The Names of Jesus

Below is one of the major prophecies of the Messiah. Notice the different ways the Messiah is described and the different names. Maybe even jot down a list (If it interests you, HERE is a list of many names for Christ).

The point of the different names isn’t to pin him down or to systematize theology about Jesus. The point is that Christ ends up being everything we really need and everything good about God.

So spend some time today thinking about who you need Jesus to be right now in your life. Maybe think of a name that would summarize that. And then talk to him using that name.

Jesus fulfilled all of those names and so many more.

The people walking in darkness

    have seen a great light;

on those living in the land of deep darkness

    a light has dawned.

For to us a child is born,

    to us a son is given,

    and the government will be on his shoulders.

And he will be called

    Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,

    Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Of the greatness of his government and peace

    there will be no end.

He will reign on David’s throne

    and over his kingdom,

establishing and upholding it

    with justice and righteousness

    from that time on and forever.

The zeal of the Lord Almighty

    will accomplish this. - Isaiah 9:2, 6-7