Prince of Peace

It seems that a theme has developed in my life as I walk through the advent season: peace. Perhaps it's because more than anything, this is what I long for. Perhaps it's a return to the truth and life of Christmas. Perhaps it's because, in looking at Christ, one cannot help but find peace.

He is the Prince of Peace.

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 Wonderfu, Counsellor, the mighty God, the everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.

Isaiah 9:6

Wonderful

Counsellor

Mighty God

The everlasting Father

The Prince of Peace.

Who would have thought that a babe born in a stable would wear such a title or bring such a promise?

Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.

Romans 5:1

And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Phillippians 4:7

Through Christ, at Christmas and throughout the year, we are promised the peace of God.

And so, each Christmas, we sing:

"Peace on the earth,
good will to men,
from Heaven's all gracious King."
The world in solemn stillness lay,
To hear the angels sing.

(Edmund Hamilton Sears, from 'It Came Upon the Midnight Clear.')