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Isaiah 9:6 tells us about the Prince of Peace. He will come and bring eternal peace. This is great news for the world! In a world where division and hate are the norms, this is good news.
The prophet Isaiah predicted the coming of the Messiah. Specifically, he foretold that the Prince of Peace would rule over all creation. And in His kingdom, all armed conflicts will cease.
Isaiah also describes the person of the child that would be born. This special child would be mighty God himself.
Jesus is the Prince of Peace. We need to invite him into our lives. When we invite him into our lives, we become a part of His kingdom and live in peace.
The prophet Isaiah describes a Prince of Peace as a man who does not seek revenge. But rather brings a peace that is not only for him but for all those who are in his presence.
Isaiah says the kingdom of the Messiah will include peace and justice. People from all over the world will be drawn to the kingdom and desire its judgments.
The Hebrew word for peace was used throughout the Old Testament to describe a time of rest. It was also used to describe the goal of believers.
During the time of Isaiah, Jews were looking for a king who would overthrow their enemies. Eventually, they discovered that they had to look to the only king who could reign forever, God.