2The people walking in darknesshave seen a great light;on those living in the land of deep darknessa light has dawned.3You have enlarged the nationand increased their joy;they rejoice before youas people rejoice at the harvest,as warriors rejoicewhen dividing the plunder.4For as in the day of Midian’s defeat,you have shatteredthe yoke that burdens them,the bar across their shoulders,the rod of their oppressor.5Every warrior’s boot used in battleand every garment rolled in bloodwill be destined for burning,will be fuel for the fire.6For to us a child is born,to us a son is given,and the government will be on his shoulders.And he will be calledWonderful Counselor, Mighty God,Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.7Of the greatness of his government and peacethere will be no end.He will reign on David’s throneand over his kingdom,establishing and upholding itwith justice and righteousnessfrom that time on and forever.The zeal of the Lord Almightywill accomplish this.
Focus on God's Presence
Jesus, everywhere I look I see fighting, injustice and suffering. Help me to look to you so I can see love and peace. Thank you for promising a future where peace will reign. Amen.