For a child has been born for us, a song given to us; authority rests upon his shoulders; and he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His authority shall grow continually, and there shall be endless peace for the throne of David and his kingdom. He will establish and uphold it with justice and righteousness from this time onward and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.

Isaiah 9:6-7

We complain about the moral and spiritual darkness of our world, yet it is the perfect setting for the radiance of the Lord Jesus Christ. In a dark world, people don't see a great light without wondering why it is there and what it means. We get to tell them.

To lead others out of the darkness,

let them see your light.

Our Daily Bread - December 1, 2003