These words of comfort were offered to the Children of Israel by the Prophet Isaiah and throughout the ages have echoed the triumph of our Lord and Messiah. I can think of no better way to begin the week of Christmas than to read these words of joy over and over. Jesus Christ has so many titles but these describe what we all long for. He is our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.
As our Counselor, Jesus Christ offers to us the wisdom we need no matter where life finds us right now. Like an attorney, He stands to plead our case before the Father and to offer His righteousness for our sins in the great exchange made at the cross. This He offers to all who have confessed their sins and called upon His name. He also guides us by the power of the Holy Spirit into all truth. He comforts us in our losses, and provides for us in our needs. There has never been nor will there ever be another who can so completely meet our needs as this Wonderful Counselor.
Jesus Christ is also our Mighty God. He is fully man and fully God come to proclaim to all mankind salvation. From the beginning of man's story in Genesis, a promise came from God the Father that He would send a Savior who would set man free from sin and death which we have inherited from Adam and Eve. Jesus the Son of God by the power of the Holy Spirit came to earth from the womb of Mary to walk among men and demonstrate the perfect obedience that Adam could not. He is our example, our Savior, the perfect sacrifice for sin and the Mighty God. How humbling to know that God the Father provided for His creation a means to restore our relationship to Him through the blood of His own Son. Furthermore, we know that the story did not end at the cross for Jesus was resurrected and ever lives at the right hand of the Father in heaven. He will return again to rule and reign!
Our Savior being part of the Godhead is in complete unity with the Eternal Father and the Holy Spirit. There never was a beginning or an end to God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. In this, as believers, we should find comfort knowing that we also are destined to live forever before the Face of God in heaven with Him. Our lives are short upon this earth when we consider eternity. When we find ourselves sick, in sorrow, or facing difficulties, we can take comfort in knowing that our Creator, who is everlasting, is with us.
Perhaps the most wonderful title is "Prince of Peace". Jesus came as a lowly servant, born in a manger, but He will return as the Prince of Peace. Our world has not known much peace throughout history. There have been wars and rumors of wars even now. However, one day this will all cease. Upon the shoulders of Jesus our Lord, the government will rest. He, who is eternal and full of justice, will bring order to our chaotic world and His rule will be joyful and not burdensome. He is and ever will be our Immanuel...."God with us".
Until His return, He has left believers to be His ambassadors to a sin filled world. We are to be His light and salt so that others will hear the "Good News" of salvation through Him. What an honor to be considered worthy to serve Him as an ambassador! How are we doing in this regard? Are we living to serve our King who will one day split the sky and return for us?
My prayer this Christmas is that we may think on the names given to our Lord Jesus Christ. Let us exalt Him in worship, conduct and words. If someone reading this has never met Christ, I encourage you to come to the knowledge of Jesus Christ through repentance and prayer. Turn from sin and turn to the Savior. In Him, we have life abundantly. Selah!
I welcome your thoughts here. Feel free to write encouraging words.
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