When Isaiah the prophet wrote, the birth of Jesus was still almost 800 years away. Yet there is good reason to believe key parts of the book of Isaiah are pointing to the coming Savior.

 

Near the end of the book, we see this clearly.

 

Isaiah 60:1 says, “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.”

 

It’s reasonable to believe that this has dual meanings. One, the prophecy speaks of the wise men from the East seeing the star in the sky. And then, traveled to see the baby Jesus in Bethlehem.

 

A second, longer view looks ahead far into the future, when Jesus will return to Earth and set up His Kingdom of righteousness.

 

As believers, we know what it feels like when the spirit of God dwells in us. It’s that glow God intends for us to share with others.

 

Jesus has come! Your challenge is to share that Good News with all those you meet.

 

Let’s pray. 

 

Lord, your Gospel is our mission. God, give us endurance for our race! In Jesus’ name, amen.