God had humbled Zebulun and Naphtali through the Assyrian army. But later, he would honor them. This happened when Jesus ministered in Galilee. Jesus is the great light that is prophesied here. Because of Jesus, a great light has dawned. We once lived in darkness, but now we have the light of God shining for us and in us because of Jesus. He is the reason for our rejoicing. He removes the yoke of our burdens. Because Jesus came and died on the cross for our sins, and was raised to life, we have victory over sin and death and an assured hope in new and eternal life.

Verses 6 and 7 are a beautiful rendition of who Jesus is to us. For to us a child is born! For to us a son is given! God loves us so much, he gave us his Son so that we could have life. He is our Wonderful Counselor. We can go to him with all our problems. He is Mighty God through whom we have defeated Satan. He is our Everlasting Father who loves us and protects us. He is our Prince of Peace, through whom we have peace with God. He is our everlasting King!


Application: Father, thank you for Jesus. He is our light and our wonderful Lord and King. May Jesus' light shine brightly in each of us.
One Word: Listen to God's word and obey