Day 9 | Liz Hogan
Isaiah 9:6-7
“Unto us a child is born; unto us a son is given.”
These prophetic words are inscribed on Christmas cards, preached and sung during the Christmas season. They
embody the joy felt by Christ’s followers during this season, and they often imbue hope in those who still need to meet
Him. They represent the anticipation of the joy of a relationship with the one true God and His promises to us.
Isaiah’s verses depict the magnificence of the God and Savior this child will become. How blessed we are to have a
God that is phenomenal, who desires to be our defender, who is mighty, who will be our father forever, and who is a
sovereign that brings peace to His people. The “zeal” of our God will establish a kingdom that is governed by His justice
and dominated by His peace. Those who love Him will live in that eternal kingdom.
Wow! Why do I waste time in this joyful season worrying about what dessert to bring to an open house or what
color sweater I should give my sister? I need to allow my mind to dwell on these beautiful truths of the most High
God, and the love he has for mankind. In total humility, I need to bask in the fact that His love extends to me.
How precious is this Lord who cherishes us and loves us. He is my God and yours because:
“Unto us a child is born; unto to us a son is given.”
