Tag: Son of David

Christmas, unbelievably, is right around the corner. I’m seeing Christmas decorations all over the place here in Japan.

And so I’ve been reflecting on Isaiah 9:6 recently, where the Messiah is to be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

I’ve been especially thinking about the name, “Mighty God.”

The picture seems to be of the Messiah as a strong and valiant warrior.

It’s only fitting then that David would prove to be a strong and valiant warrior himself. After all, the Jews often thought of the Messiah as the “Son of David.” (Matthew 21:9)

And at a time when the Israelites had lost heart, were beaten down and intimidated, David fought for them, giving them victory over their enemies.

In the same way, when we lose heart, when we feel beaten down and intimidated by our problems, Jesus, our Messiah fights for us. And he gives us the victory.

So whatever struggles you may be going through right now, put your hope in our Mighty God. For he looks at you now, and says, “I fight for you.”