The Promise of a Savior Isaiah 9:6-7, Micah 5:2

Summary

The script takes us on a journey to understand why Jesus was born, starting with the Israelites' disobedience to God in the promised land. Despite numerous warnings from prophets like Isaiah and Micah, who foretold the coming of a Savior, the people continued to ignore God's guidance. Isaiah prophesied that a child would be born, a mighty ruler bringing peace and justice. Micah also foretold that from the small town of Bethlehem, a ruler would emerge to lead Israel. These prophecies point toward a savior who would take away the sins of the people and restore righteousness.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Israelites were constantly disobeying God, and sin was rampant in Israel.
• 😀 God sent prophets to warn the Israelites about their disobedience.
• 😀 A prophet is someone who conveys God's messages to people on Earth.
• 😀 The prophet Isaiah spoke of the coming of God's savior, describing him with titles like Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, and Prince of Peace.
• 😀 Isaiah's prophecy foretold that the savior would reign with justice and righteousness, bringing peace that would never end.
• 😀 Despite Isaiah's warnings, the Israelites continued to disobey God.
• 😀 God sent another prophet, Micah, to deliver a message to the Israelites.
• 😀 Micah's prophecy stated that the savior would come from Bethlehem, a small town in Judah.
• 😀 The savior foretold by Micah would rule Israel and come from ancient times.
• 😀 The prophets emphasized that disobedience to God's rules leads to harm and suffering, both for individuals and communities.
• 😀 Nearly all the prophets spoke of a coming savior who would take away sin and disobedience.

Q & A

Why is it important to understand why Jesus was born?

Understanding why Jesus was born helps us connect to God's promises and the fulfillment of those promises through Jesus, as foretold by prophets like Isaiah and Micah.

What was the situation of the Israelites when Jesus was born?

The Israelites were living in the Promised Land, but they were constantly disobeying God, and sin was rampant throughout the nation.

Who were the prophets, and what was their role?

Prophets were individuals chosen by God to deliver His messages to people. They spoke on God's behalf, warning and guiding people about their behavior and God's plans.

What did the prophet Isaiah say about the coming of Jesus?

Isaiah foretold that a child would be born who would be a Savior and a ruler, calling him Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. His government would bring everlasting peace and justice.

What is the significance of the titles given to the coming Savior in Isaiah’s prophecy?

The titles given to the Savior in Isaiah's prophecy highlight His divine nature and His role as a leader who would bring justice, peace, and eternal rule over God's kingdom.

How did the Israelites respond to Isaiah's prophecy?

Despite Isaiah's warning, the Israelites continued to disobey God, ignoring the prophet’s message about the coming Savior.

What was Micah's prophecy regarding the coming Savior?

Micah prophesied that the Savior would come from Bethlehem, a small town in Judah, and He would rule Israel, coming from ancient times.

How do the messages of Isaiah and Micah complement each other?

Both prophets foretold the coming of a Savior, with Isaiah describing His qualities and reign, and Micah specifying His birthplace and eternal origins.

What does the role of the Savior involve according to the prophets?

The Savior would take away sin, bring peace, and establish justice and righteousness, fulfilling God's promise to restore and redeem His people.

How is the birth of Jesus a fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies?

Jesus’s birth fulfilled the prophecies of Isaiah and Micah by being born in Bethlehem, embodying the titles given to the Savior, and ultimately bringing peace, justice, and salvation to the world.