Our Messiah
Psalm 72:1-7, Isaiah 11:1-10, Romans 15:4-13
As you read the scriptures for this devotion notice that each one is a statement to those reading them at their time in life. The theme is one of hope and peace.
In the Psalm 72:1-7 there is a desire for a King to lead the people and for a future Messiah. Both would bring justice and righteousness, defend the poor and needy, and bring peace and prosperity. It is thought that King Soloman, son of King David and a descendant of Jesse is the writer.
The Psalm was written several centuries after Isaiah (Isaiah 11:1-10) had prophesized the coming of a Messiah that would bring righteousness and justice. That a shoot would come from the lineage of Jesse. A leader that will be filled with the Spirit, possessing wisdom, understanding, counsel, might, knowledge, and the fear of the Lord. This passage describes a future peaceful kingdom where humans live in harmony, with a child leading them.
To the Christian Community the birth of Christ fulfilled the prophesy. But it wasn’t for several centuries that Advent would be celebrated.
Today we celebrate Advent as the coming birth of Christ but also the return of Christ to claim his Kingdom. We celebrate the; Hope, that Christ brings of God’s promises. Peace, that Christ brings to our lives and the world. Joy, in celebrating the arrival of Christ. Love, to show the love of God by sending his Son Jesus to live among us and leading us to show love to all.
Let us pray: Heavenly Father be with us during this Advent as you give us the hope and peace of your son, Jesus. In our world today we feel a worry that is heavy with uncertainty. We ask that you quiet our hearts and mind that only your Son, Jesus Christ can give. Amen
Fred Herr, CLM
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