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Isaiah 9:6

Isaiah 9:6. Why study names? a. Helps us understand the purpose behind the incarnation. b. Help us to relate to God. c. Helps us know what He means to us today. The Hebrew word “ wonderful ” signifies: a. Something indescribably great. b. Something tremendous.

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Isaiah 9:6

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  1. Isaiah 9:6

  2. Why study names? • a. Helps us understand the purpose behind the incarnation. • b. Help us to relate to God. • c. Helps us know what He means to us today.

  3. The Hebrew word “wonderful” signifies: • a. Something indescribably great. • b. Something tremendous. • c. Beyond description. • Jesus knows things only God knows. • His ways, plans and purposes.

  4. In Jesus, we have someone who can guide and direct our lives. • He is never confused or mistaken. • Knows exactly what to do.

  5. There is a great need for advice / counsel in our society. • Wisdom and counsel are important. • Proverbs 1:5 – “Will hear, learn..” • Psalms 33:11- “Stands forever” • What makes Jesus WONDERFUL?

  6. 1. He UNDERSTANDS Your Struggles. • Hebrews 4:15 – “tested in every way” • He can relate to you. • Knows exactly what you are going through. • He knows your situation.

  7. He knows my heart and mind. • Because of this we are able to “approach the throne of grace” (Hebrews 4:16) • John 1:14 – “Word became flesh” • Jesus knows how rough life can get. • He understands your struggles.

  8. 2. He CARES for you. • 1 Peter 5:7 – “God cares for you.” • Some counselors only care as long as you can pay the bill. • But Jesus cares for you as a person. • He cares about your character.

  9. He cares about your spiritual growth, emotional welfare. • He cares about the pain you suffer. • You are of value and worth. • Matt. 6:26 – “Worth more.” • He thinks so much of you that He sent His Son to die for you.

  10. To give you new hope, new life and salvation. • God cares for you. • He will help you with your problems. • He will help you deal with them. • Matt.11:28 – “Come To Me.”

  11. 3. He COMMITS Himself to you. • Jesus wants us to have a personal relationship with each of us • John 10:27 ‘”Hear my voice.” • Jesus speaks to us. • How does Jesus do that?

  12. Through the BIBLE – Ps.119:105 B. Through the HOLY SPIRIT – John 16:13 C. Through the CHURCH – the world’s largest support group. • Do not be a “lone ranger.” • Col.3:16 – “ Word dwell richly.”

  13. Remember • God is the source of all wisdom. • Job 12:13 – “Belongs wisdom and power” • Psalm 16:7 – “Counsels us.” • Proverbs 2:6 – “Gives wisdom”

  14. B. To receive wisdom – Pray. • When we pray, the Holy Spirit gets involved. • John 14:26 – “The Counselor, the Holy Spirit.” • Isaiah 11:2 – “Spirit of wisdom.” • Ephesians 1:17 – “Give you wisdom.”

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