To Us a Child is Born!

To us a Son is given! And the government shall be upon His shoulder. In the Bible, most government is oppressive – and Jesus came to bear that oppression, this agrees with the past description of the desolation of the Jewish people and the promise of a redeemer – now here. This Child – who then we see a series of names given for this Child – And His Name shall be called... Here we see the names that will describe the character of this Child – this Redeemer – this Promise but these are no baby or child-like names – these are names of a King – when kings were declared they were given names, such as "Giver of Life in perpetuity,” “Ever Living,” “Lord of Life,” “Lord of Eternity and Infinity”. (These were some of the inscriptions found for some of the Egyptian and Babylonian monarchs). And here we are told a Child will be born – but His name is not Nathan or Jack… Just as all note-worthy and powerful kings had names, He will be called... Wonderful Counselor – Amazing that the Holy Spirit was later given to us to be our counselor, our guide, our comforter, Mighty God – Mighty God! There should be no question, Jesus is the Mighty God! Both of these names describe a superhuman figure with wisdom and strength. Everlasting Father of Eternity – Remember Jesus said I and my father are one. (Jesus will continually act as a father to His people). Prince of Peace – The Messiah is the Prince of Peace whose government will be established and peace will rule and reign. These two names display a paternal and peaceful rule. And then we see the full breadth of His government – His kingdom shall reign and in His kingdom there will be peace and peace that will never end, there will be no wars – no conflict – because the reigning Prince is the Prince of Peace! This Prince will reign out of the throne of David – He will establish His kingdom and uphold it forever! And if that was not enough promise, The zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this. This is a prophecy that should bring great joy!