Now y’all, Isaiah 9:6 gives us one of the most beautiful descriptions of hope in the Bible. “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.” That verse right there isn’t just poetry; it’s a promise.

When life gets tough—and let’s be honest, it gets tougher than a two-dollar steak—you need to remember this: God saw our mess and sent us the answer wrapped up in swaddling clothes. Wonderful. Counsellor. Mighty God. Everlasting Father. Prince of Peace. Those aren’t just titles; those are lifelines.

He’s Wonderful when the world leaves you weary. He’s the Counsellor when you’re lost and don’t know where to turn. He’s the Mighty God when the load is too heavy for your shoulders. He’s the Everlasting Father, never too busy, never too far away. And oh, He’s the Prince of Peace when the storms in your life just won’t let up.

So, next time you’re feeling like the weight of the world is on your back, remember this: the government is on His shoulder, not yours. That’s why He came—so you could breathe, hope, and trust. Isaiah 9:6 isn’t just ancient prophecy; it’s today’s truth. Hold on to it, lean into it, and let it carry you. God’s got this, and He’s got you, too.