The prophet Isaiah looked forward to the arrival of a future King, who would make a covenant of shalom with his people. His reign would right all wrongs and heal all brokenness. 

READ
6 For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given;
and the government shall be upon his shoulder,
and his name shall be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
7 Of the increase of his government and of peace
there will be no end,
on the throne of David and over his kingdom,
to establish it and to uphold it
with justice and with righteousness
from this time forth and forevermore.
The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.
Isaiah 9:6-7

REFLECT
-What words or phrases stand out to you as you observe this passage?
-Based on this passage, how does the Prince of Peace govern his Kingdom?
-How can you help bring about God’s peaceful rule in the places where you have influence?
-Pray to ask the Prince of Peace to govern over and through you this week.