Confusion To Consolation

 “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”                 John 14:27  NLT

        Having outlined the consequences for those who reject his message (8:19-22 NIV), Isaiah reveals a Light which is about to come.  A light which will dispel their darkness and confusion; and bring rejoicing and jubilation to those who would embrace God’s plan in their lives.

Read:  Isaiah 9:1-7

v6  Our Wonderful Counselor

            Isaiah 11:2  Why is He so special to us?

I.  He Understands Our Struggles

            Isaiah 53:7-9  He would be familiar with grief for our sake

            Hebrews 4:15,16  He understands our weaknesses;  and is ever present to help us when we come to Him for help

II.  He Cares For You Personally

            1 Peter 5:7  even when we can not pay, He cares

*  He cares about your emotional welfare, your, spiritual growth,  your character, the pain you suffer, your value and worth

            Matthew 6:26  God’s Son says we are worth caring for

*  He will help you with your problems-

*  that is why He is called  “Wonderful Counselor “  because;

III.  He Commits Himself To You

            John 10:27,28

*  Jesus does speak to us through the Bible

            Psalms 119:105  His word lights our way

            John 16:13  the Word of His truth guides us

*  when scripture comes to you out of the blue- It’s Him talking to you  

            Proverbs 15:22  seek out wise counsel

*  when you commit yourself to God- He commits Himself to you !

            Romans 8:38,39  a measure of our confidence in Him

He takes us from confusion to consolation