Advent Season – Peace 2

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be upon his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” - Isaiah 9:6

 

            Jesus is the central figure in Christianity. "Prince of Peace" is a messianic title for Jesus Christ, derived from Isaiah 9:6, signifying His role as the divine bringer of true and lasting peace. This peace, in Hebrew ‘shalom’,encompasses wholeness, harmony, and restoration—primarily the reconciliation between God and humanity achieved through Christ's sacrificial death and resurrection. Unlike earthly peace, which is temporary and depends on circumstances, the peace of Christ is spiritual, internal, and eternal, transforming hearts and overcoming sin, fear, and division. He establishes this peace not passively, but as a victorious King who defeats spiritual enemies, bringing wholeness, or ‘shalom’, to His people. His reign, marked by justice and righteousness, promises ultimate fulfillment in the future kingdom of God.

            Isaiah 9:6 reveals three things about the Messiah. It describes what He brings: joy, freedom, and peace. It tells us just who He is: counselor, God, Father, and Prince of Peace. Scripture tells us, “and of His Kingdom it shall have no end.” ^{(Luke 1:33 NLT)} Lastly, it tells us who He is for, and that would be you and me. He comes with forgiveness in one hand and justice in the other. That is our Prince of Peace. There is NO power greater than the power of God, so if He declares that both peace and justice will come to men, you can bank on it, because no one has the strength or ability to stop Him from working thru His eternal plan. Until next time, walk with the King & be a blessing.

In His Name & for His Glory,

RL Keller

Bread of Life Ministries