When God became man: Day 3

The promises of His coming: The promise of a ruler like no other

For a child will be born to us; a son will be given to us; and His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of peace. There will be no end to the increase of His government or of peace . . . (Is. 9:6-7a).

God promised he would establish a never-ending government upon the shoulders of a tiny child. This is another of the paradoxes of Scripture. How could a baby bear such weight? The question is a natural one; the answer is a supernatural one. No other child would bear such titles – “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.” This is God in the person of a little boy. From the moment of His conception, God indwelt this embryo turned boy turned man. Because this child was God in the flesh, we can trust His rule will never end. He will reign as a benevolent monarch, bringing a peace that will go on into eternity. Notice whom this son is a gift to – us. Certainly, this applied to the Hebrews whom God had set apart, but it also is a particular promise to those of us who have received the gift of salvation – He has been given to us.

Song: “For Unto Us a Child Is Born” (from Handel’s “Messiah”)