Since the fall of Adam and Eve, God has promised a Messiah. The prophets of the Old Testament spoke of the coming Messiah. Isaiah 9:6-7 “For unto us a Child is born,
Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, To order it and establish it with judgment and justice From that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.”
The Messiah would save them/us from sin. The Light would enter the dark world of sin and be received by all who put their faith and trust in Jesus, our awaited Messiah. The hope He brings, shining a light into our darkened heart and providing the way to God- His substitutionary death on the cross for me, you, them.
As we begin this Christmas season, let the Light of Jesus shine through us to those without hope, that they may receive, in faith, the hope Jesus brings.
Billy Graham: “For the believer, there is hope beyond the grave, because Jesus Christ has opened the door to heaven for us by His death and resurrection.”