A Land of Deep Darkness

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Advent Reading, Day 07: Isaiah 9:2, 6-7

2 The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light;

those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shone.

6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given;

and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called

Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,

Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

7 Of the increase of his government and of peace

there will be no end,

on the throne of David and over his kingdom,

to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness

from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this.

 
 

The prophet announces the birth of a king to a people in darkness.

 
 

Thought for the Day:

My favorite part is the last verse: “The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this.”
What the Lord promises will come to pass.
Don’t be afraid today!