Today's Scripture:A child has been born to us; God has given a son to us. He will be responsible for leading the people. His name will be Wonderful Counselor, Powerful God, Father Who Lives Forever, Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6
Isaiah had the privilege and the burden of foretelling the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. His prophecy stands as one of the most significant predictions in the Bible. In a time of great suffering and darkness, he foretold of a King who would save the world. Isaiah identifies this child as the Son of God and as the leader of God's people. Isaiah's lists of names for the Son of God are a description of Jesus.
The word wonderful in Hebrew is pele, which means "extraordinary, hard to understand." The birth Jesus certainly fit that description.
No one could explain how a virgin could become pregnant and have a child. And the way Jesus healed people and provided for their deepest needs was nothing short of extraordinary. The Hebrew word for counselor is ya'ats, which means "to purpose, devise, and plan." Jesus came to fulfill God's plan. His purpose in life was to be the living sacrifice for all sin. The Hebrew word for sin is gibbowr, which means "strong, brave champion." Only the strongest and mightiest man could endure the sadness of being abandoned by friends and the shame of being falsely accused of a crime.
Isaiah's prophecy came true when Jesus was born. the prophecy is evidence of God's divine plan for your life. It is the record of his love for you. It is proof that the Bible can be trusted.
Jesus was God in human form. He died on a cross for your sins and conquered death by coming back to life and returning to heaven.
Selah people' and friends do you truly believe that Jesus was God's Son and that he lived, died, and rose again for your sake? How long has it been, how many times have you heard this story in the Word and not yet taken action? Please know who is in control of your daily life, our country, it's leaders and yes even our recent election. God does not make mistakes! He is in control. Don't you believe in Him and His Son? If so, what do you plan to do about it?
As our President Elect Obama shared last night...regardless if you voted for him or not he is our President now and united we can all make a difference for the future. Will your future be in Heaven?
"Peace and guidance we seek from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and may that peace and wisdom be shared by all whom believe in Him."
Your pastor,
Rev Muston (PreacherPatrick)
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