“Christmas”
” For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. “
Isaiah 9:6

To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which has come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child. And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart. And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them. And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb. And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord; (As it is written in the law of the LORD, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;) And to offer a sacrifice according to that which is said in the law of the Lord, A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons. Luke 2:5-24″

After this manner therefore pray ye:”
Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. Matthew 6:9-13″

The Messiah foretold long before Bethlehem. Together the birth of Christ, the prayer He taught us, and the prophecy that announced Him, all in one flowing testimony. Luke’s Nativity.

God’s Journey  Promise (Isaiah) “Isaiah’s Prophecy: Closing with the ancient promise, the Child who would be called Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Fulfillment (Luke) Begins with the moment heaven touched earth. Mary, great with child the humble manger, the shepherds startled by glory. The angel’s “Fear not “and the heavenly host proclaiming peace and goodwill. It’s the story of God stepping into the world quietly, yet with all of heaven singing,

Response (The Lord’s Prayer) . The prayer Jesus Himself taught, a prayer of surrender, provision, forgiveness, and deliverance. It’s the heartbeat of trust: “Thy will be done, give us this day, forgive us, deliver us.“God promised a Savior long before the manger. Hope was spoken before hope appeared. Promise, birth and life with Him. This weaves together the entire arc of Christmas, prophecy, fulfillment, and discipleship.

May your heart rest in the truth that God keeps every promise He speaks. The Child foretold in Isaiah, revealed in Bethlehem, and worshiped by shepherds is the same Savior who walks with you today. As you move through this day, remember: You are not alone. Heaven still draws near. You are not forgotten. God fulfills what He begins. You are not without guidance. The Lord who taught us to pray still leads your steps. You are held by the One called Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Let His peace steady you. Let His presence comfort you. Let His promises strengthen you. May you find quiet joy in knowing that the same Jesus who came in a manger now carries you with everlasting love.