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1Nevertheless the dimness shall not be such as was in her vexation, when at the first he lightly afflicted the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, and afterward did more grievously afflict her by the way of the sea, beyond Jordan, in Galilee of the nations.
2The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light: they that dwell in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined.
3Thou hast multiplied the nation, and not increased the joy: they joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, and as men rejoice when they divide the spoil.
4For thou hast broken the yoke of his burden, and the staff of his shoulder, the rod of his oppressor, as in the day of Midian.
5For every battle of the warrior is with confused noise, and garments rolled in blood; but this shall be with burning and fuel of fire.
6For 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.
7Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.
8The Lord sent a word into Jacob, and it hath lighted upon Israel.
9And all the people shall know, even Ephraim and the inhabitant of Samaria, that say in the pride and stoutness of heart,
10The bricks are fallen down, but we will build with hewn stones: the sycomores are cut down, but we will change them into cedars.
Christmas is a season that reminds us of the incredible gift of light piercing through darkness. While there’s no biblical command to observe Christmas as a holy day, its message is undeniably profound. Isaiah 9, written during a time of political turmoil and spiritual decay in Judah, prophesies hope in the midst of despair. The northern kingdom of Israel faced imminent invasion by Assyria, and Judah, under King Ahaz, grappled with idolatry and weak leadership. Yet, in this bleak context, God spoke through Isaiah of a future restoration, a time of peace and joy that would contrast their present suffering.
The prophecy reveals three essential truths. First, it highlights humanity’s shared darkness—a world burdened by sin and the shadow of death. Like the Israelites, many today live under the weight of despair, searching for meaning in earthly success that fails to bring lasting joy.
Second, it proclaims deliverance. Isaiah speaks of a great light breaking through the darkness, a promise fulfilled in Jesus Christ. He came to lift our burdens, conquer sin, and offer eternal peace.
Finally, it introduces the Deliverer—”a child born” who would be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. This prophecy assures us that Jesus’ kingdom, grounded in justice and righteousness, will never end.
As we celebrate Christmas, we remember that God didn’t leave us in our darkness. He sent His Son, born in Bethlehem, to be the light of the world.
Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus offers hope, joy, and peace to all who trust in Him.
If you’re carrying the burdens of sin or hopelessness, know that the light of Christ shines for you. Step into His marvelous light, and experience the true joy and peace that only He can give.
A Bible preaching Baptist church in the Waterloo Region. Preaching the cross of Christ for over 40 years.
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