At the exact time according to God’s timetable, the Savior of the world took on flesh and was born.

‘but when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, ‘

Galatians 4:4

 

‘And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, Justified in the Spirit, Seen by angels, Preached among the Gentiles, Believed on in the world, Received up in glory.’

I Timothy 3:16

As we celebrate the birth of Jesus this Christmas season, it’s essential to grasp the marvelous unfolding of God’s promise, revealing His incredible plan for our salvation.

Micah 5:2

“But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, Though you are little among the thousands of Judah, Yet out of you shall come forth to Me The One to be Ruler in Israel, Whose goings forth are from of old, From everlasting.”

David serves as the precursor to the entire genetic bloodline leading up to the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. Jesus, in turn, becomes the fulfillment of all the promises made to the forefathers (Romans 15:8).

2 Samuel 7:12-16

“When your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will set up your seed after you, who will come from your body, and I will establish his kingdom. He shall build a house for My name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.”

In the days of King David (1000 BC), God promised an eternal kingdom through his lineage. The promise (the Davidic Covenant) was of an everlasting kingdom where, sometime in the future, the Son of David would come to Israel and sit on David’s throne in Jerusalem, ruling the nations.

Isaiah 9:6

“For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

Isaiah (around 700 BC) predicted the birth of a child—a Son whose rule would be marked by wonder, counsel, might, eternity, and peace. This promise began to be realized during the Lord’s first advent and will reach its complete fulfillment at His second coming.

Luke 1:30-32

“Then the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name Jesus. He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David.'”

In fulfillment of these prophetic words, the angel announced to Mary the impending birth of Jesus. The promised Ruler, the Son of David, was about to enter the world.

This Christmas, let’s rejoice in the prophetic precision of God’s word. From the humble town of Bethlehem (Micah 5:2) to the fulfillment of the miracle virgin birth of Jesus (Isaiah 7:14), every detail unfolded exactly as foretold. In Christ, we find the Wonderful Counselor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace, bringing the world joy, hope, and salvation.