Isaiah 9:6 (NIVUK)
6 For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
The coming of light in times of darkness, the transformation of seemingly impossible situations, and the coming of justice that we’ve thought about so far this week, all hinge on the word ‘for’ at the start of today’s reading. All of this happens because of the birth of a child, a son. Reading today’s verses, we know who he is – Jesus, God’s Son. In him we have wise counsel, God’s power, a relationship with a heavenly father, and peace, wonderful peace.
Who would have believed that all these big things could hinge on the birth of a small vulnerable child. Thank you Father, that you have given us your Son.
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