The Promised King

The King that is Needed (v. 1)

Geography Explanation

Assyria

Ministry of Jesus

Explanation of Prophetic Perfect

The King that Blesses (v.2-5)

Light

Isaiah 9:2 ESV

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.

Light: Truly Seeing Reality

No more: Confusion, fear, or blindness

Joy

Isaiah 9:3 ESV

3 You have multiplied the nation; you have increased its joy; they rejoice before you as with joy at the harvest, as they are glad when they divide the spoil.

Joy: The blessing of provision and victory

Freedom

Isaiah 9:4 ESV

4 For the yoke of his burden, and the staff for his shoulder, the rod of his oppressor, you have broken as on the day of Midian.

Freedom: The end of oppression and spiritual slavery

Peace

Isaiah 9:5 ESV

5 For every boot of the tramping warrior in battle tumult and every garment rolled in blood will be burned as fuel for the fire.

Peace: Justice, wholeness, completeness

“You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you.” - Confessions

The King that Rules (v.6-7)

A Child is Born

A Son is Given

The Government Shall be upon his shoulder

Speaking of Jesus being the King who rules and governs over all things

His Name

Wonderful Counselor

Divine Wisdom

Not just clever, but beyond human ability

Mighty God

Divine Warrior

Everlasting Father

Caring Provider

Prince of Peace

Total Flourishing

No End to His government and peace and righteousness

The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this

Explanation of Jesus’

Concluding Calls

Submit to the King

Obey the King

Hope for the King