Jesus Is... Born Unto Us

The central message of this sermon is that Jesus Christ is the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace, who has been given to us as a gift from God. The passage in Isaiah 9:6-7 paints a vivid picture of Jesus' role as a future king who will bring peace, justice, and salvation to the world. However, the sermon also acknowledges that despite the promise of this future kingdom, the present reality is still marked by conflict, suffering, and injustice. The teacher suggests that the key to understanding this paradox lies in a grammatical concept called the "prophetic perfect," which describes a future event spoken of as if it has already occurred. This idea is used throughout the Bible to convey the certainty and nearness of God's promises, even when they have not yet been fulfilled. Ultimately, the sermon encourages listeners to hold onto hope in the face of uncertainty, knowing that Jesus' kingdom is coming and will one day bring peace and justice to all nations.