An ancient Jewish saying states, "With each child, the world begins anew." For many parents, the name they choose for their child is an important step in the birthing process. The world indeed begins anew as the child’s name is repeated on the lips of parents, grandparents, and friends. As he or she grows, others claim identity with that child as they call his or her name, and as that name becomes a part of their circle of relationship.
The Psalmist often calls upon the name of the Lord. In our text today, he hopes in that name, because it is good. Of the child of hope that would be born for all, the prophet Isaiah called him, “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Yes, there is hope in the name of the One whose love and grace are made evident in another name…the name of Jesus.
Throughout these days of Advent, speak that name again and again as reminder of the hope you have because of the birth of a child, unlike any other, whose name is Jesus.
Jesus…Jesus…Jesus
Prayer: Name above all names, Jesus, the Christ, we celebrate your coming as a child, the gift of God, to make this world new. Amen.
Jim Abernathy
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