Everlasting Father

Isaiah 9:6

For a child is born to us, a son is given to us.
The government will rest on his shoulders.
And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor,* Mighty God,
Everlasting Father , Prince of Peace.

Introduction

I.  Prophetic Past -

Rabbinic teaching indicates that writing in past tense to indicate it will happen in the future, but it is considered done.  "Unto us a child is born..."

II.  Throne Name of a Royal Child -

The name is an attribute to God.  Rabbinic tradition indicates that this is not a divine attribute of the Child, but of the parents God.

III. Everlasting Father -

    A.  Luke 15: 11 - 32

       i.  ‘I want my share of your estate now before you die.’

       ii. " And while he was still a long way off, his father saw him coming."

      iv.  "Filled with love and compassion, he ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him. "

      v.  "this son of mine was dead and has now returned to life. He was lost, but now he is found.’

Conclusion