“Branch” I will raise unto David a righteous Branch. —Jeremiah 23:5 Read Jeremiah 23:5-8 During the winter trees look very dead, but when you look closely, you will notice little buds on the branches. When the sun shines on them in the spring, little branches and leaves begin to sprout from them. Jeremiah uses the…
“Shepherd” He shall be their shepherd. —Ezekiel 34:23 Read Ezekiel 34:20-31 Maybe you have seen a shepherd take care of his sheep. A true shepherd knows his sheep and they know him. They listen to his voice and follow him. What a beautiful image this is of the Lord Jesus; He is the Good Shepherd.…
“Christ” Thou art my Son. —Psalm 2:7 Read Psalm 2 Were there people who longed for Christ’s coming? The Apostle John wrote the following words in John 1:10: “He was in the world… and the world knew him not.” The world was not look-ing forward to Christ’s first coming. Do you celebrate advent with great…
“Jesus” He shall save his people from their sins. —Matthew 1:21 Read Matthew 1:18-25 Some people use the term “heavenly” very easily. They speak of heavenly weather, a heavenly vacation or heavenly chocolates. But they do not understand the real meaning of this word. Something that is heavenly has to do with salvation, which means…
“Immanuel” And shall call his name Immanuel. —Isaiah 7:14 Read Isaiah 7:1-16 On the currency of some nations you can find the phrase “God be with us” or something similar. By this we are always reminded that the Lord has not forsaken us, although sometimes it may seem that way. He still remembers mankind and…
“Prince of Peace” On earth peace. —Luke 2:14 Read Ephesians 2:11-22 Much misery is brought into the world through wars, and much effort is being used to try to bring about peace. It is good to seek earthly peace, but are we just as busy seeking peace with God? The angels announced peace on earth…
“Eternal Father” We beheld his glory. —John 1:14 Read John 1:1-5, 9-14 The concept of time is very important for us. Expressions such as “I hope you can make it on time” or “I don’t know if I have time to do that tonight” or “Now’s not the time to be doing that” are quite…
“The mighty God” What manner of man is this! —Luke 8:25 Read Luke 8:22-25 Maybe you have heard the proverb, “The Lord has not promised us an easy journey but a safe arrival.” We encounter many storms in our lives; when a loved one dies, a disease enters your life, or good friends forsake you.…
“Counselor” Counsel is mine. —Proverbs 8:14 Read Proverbs 8:12-16 “Good counsel is hard to come by” is a common saying. Indeed, sometimes it can be very difficult to make the right decision. It may be encouraging to receive advice, but ultimately you have to make a final decision in spite of the advice given you.…
“Wonderful” Art thou he that should come? —Matthew 11:3 Read Matthew 11:1-6 The first name we wish to consider is “Wonderful.” It is a miracle that the Lord chose to enter this world as a human being to deliver man from his sin and guilt. The Lord Jesus performed many miracles while He was on…