Isaiah writes that this child shall be called "Wonderful Counsellor." This title ‘Counsellor’ does not mean a therapist or simply a good listener (though he certainly does listen to us). It has little to do with the child’s capacity for empathy or compassion (though he has an abundance of both). Rather, it refers to his wisdom, a godly and kingly wisdom far and above that of human wisdom. Isaiah later writes: “And the Spirit of the LORD shall rest upon him, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and the fear of the LORD” (Isa. 11:2).

This Wonderful Counsellor would be wisdom for Israel, fearing and obeying God in their place. He would be a ruler who would not run and hide from evil, as some rulers had done. Nor would he be a ruler who would yield and conform to evil, as other rulers had done. He would instead face and confront evil with complete wisdom. And He would in every respect be the ultimate and most perfect teacher, guiding his people with sound judgement.

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One of the keys to understanding how God is at work in

Even in these moments of confrontation and celebration,

This is the grander story of Scripture. God works through the established order to bring hope and life to his creation. We were powerless, and God gave us hope and offered us life.

As we read the account of Jesus on the night before

What do you need to surrender to God today?

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All things work out in God's timing. No matter what your facing, or how challenging things might seem, God has a greater plan. Esther's story shows that even in the bleakest of circumstances God is weaving his story through it all.

If you need prayer, we're here for you. Reach out at ⁠www.gatewaybaptist.com.au/prayer

The verse “for such a time as this” is one we’ve held

Where is the unique place God has you at the moment?

If you need prayer, we're here for you. Reach out at ⁠www.gatewaybaptist.com.au/prayer

The verse “for such a time as this” is one we’ve held

Where is the unique place God has you at the moment?

If you need prayer, we're here for you. Reach out at ⁠www.gatewaybaptist.com.au/prayer

Ever felt like life is just too complicated? Esther’s story shows us that even in the most challenging situations, God is working behind the scenes. She found unexpected favour not by chance but because of a faithful God and her steady trust in Him. Just as Jesus grew in favour with God and people, God invites us to be consistent in faith, no matter what we’re facing. We hope this message blesses you!

What has been your understanding of heaven and hell? How does your understanding of heaven and hell impact the way you live today? Today, we ask the question “What happens when we die?”. This is a big and deep question that has impacts for us all. We pray that it helps you grow in your faith in Jesus.

We are exploring the question Can you trust the Bible? Andrew unpacks a variety of different argument's as to why we can trust the text in the bible. He also unpacks a few different ways to read the bible.

In this message from the Ask Anything series, Pastor Tim Lucas explores the question, "Can I Trust the Bible?" Through evidence from history, archaeology, and scripture, he shows how the Bible is reliable and authoritative. Whether you're curious about its origins, accuracy, or relevance today, this sermon provides clear answers to strengthen your faith in God's Word.

God created us to be loved freely and to love freely. Why does God allow suffering? Ben unpacks this topic with us at Gateway City.

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Gateway Baptist Church meets across six campuses in South-East Queensland and also online.