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Isaiah 9:6–7 — “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”

Isaiah paints one of the most majestic portraits of the coming Messiah. A child would be born, yet He would carry the government upon His shoulders. His names would reveal His divine nature and eternal reign. This passage brings together both the humility of the manger and the glory of the throne.

The phrase “unto us” emphasizes that His coming is for our benefit. He was not born for Himself but for us—for our salvation, our peace, our hope. Gratitude flows when we realize the personal nature of Christmas. Christ came for you and for me.

Each name reveals His character. He is Wonderful, filling us with awe; Counsellor, guiding us with perfect wisdom; Mighty God, defending us with power; Everlasting Father, caring for us with eternal love; Prince of Peace, reconciling us to God. These names are not titles of mere honor but realities of who He is to His people.

The promise of government on His shoulder speaks of ultimate authority. Though human kingdoms rise and fall, Christ reigns forever. Christmas points forward to His eternal kingdom, where peace will never end. Gratitude is not only for what He has done but for what He will do in establishing His reign.

For pastors and believers alike, this passage steadies the heart. In a world of chaos and conflict, we remember that Christ is Wonderful, Mighty, Eternal, and our Prince of Peace. His kingdom is unshakable, and His reign is sure.

As we reflect on Isaiah’s prophecy, let us rejoice in the child born for us and the Son given to us. He is everything our hearts long for, and His coming fills us with gratitude and worship.