As we gather today to reflect on God's Word, let us turn our hearts and minds to the book of Isaiah, chapter 9, verses 6-7, which says:
"For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this."
In these verses, we see the promise of a Savior, who would be born as a child and would be given to us as a son. This Savior, Jesus Christ, would be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. His government and peace would increase without end, and he would establish and uphold his kingdom with justice and righteousness forevermore.
As we reflect on these verses, let us remember that Jesus came to save us from our sins and to establish his kingdom on earth. He is our Wonderful Counselor, who guides us in all things. He is our Mighty God, who has the power to save us. He is our Everlasting Father, who loves us with an everlasting love. And he is our Prince of Peace, who brings peace to our hearts and to the world.
Let us also remember that Jesus' kingdom is not of this world, but is a spiritual kingdom that is established in our hearts. As we submit to his rule and reign in our lives, we can experience the peace and joy that only he can give.
As we go about our day today, let us remember to submit to the rule and reign of Jesus Christ in our lives. Let us seek his guidance and wisdom as our Wonderful Counselor. Let us trust in his power as our Mighty God. Let us rest in his love as our Everlasting Father. And let us experience his peace as our Prince of Peace.
May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. May the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.
