Held by the Everlasting Father

Isaiah 9:6 (ESV) - “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.”

Isaiah 9:6 gives us a promise that speaks deeply to our fears: “His name shall be called… Everlasting Father.” After hearing that the Promised King is a Wonderful Counselor and Mighty God, a personal question naturally follows—Will His care last? Will His love remain?

Life has taught us that even the best leaders fail, even strong rulers fall, and even loving people change. But Isaiah reminds us that this King is different. Jesus is not only wise and powerful—He is everlasting. He is not bound by time, seasons, or circumstances. He does not grow weary, distracted, or distant. He remains the same yesterday, today, and forever.

Calling the Messiah “Everlasting Father” does not mean Jesus replaces God the Father in the Trinity. Rather, it describes how He rules and relates to His people. Like a perfect Father, He protects, provides, guides, corrects, and comforts—with love that never expires. His care does not fade with failure, nor does His compassion run out when we struggle.

Because He is eternal, His love is steady. Because He is unchanging, His faithfulness is secure. When everything around us shifts—relationships, health, plans, and emotions—we are held by One who does not change.

Even more, this Everlasting Father invites us into His family. Scripture tells us that all who receive Christ are given the right to become children of God. To belong to Jesus is not only to follow a King—it is to be adopted, known, and loved forever.

This Christmas, remember: you are not living in random chaos. You are not facing life alone. You are living under the loving rule of an Everlasting Father whose care will never fail.
What worry or fear do you need to place back into the hands of your Everlasting Father today?

Prayer:
Everlasting Father, thank You for loving me with a love that does not change or end. Help me rest in Your care and trust You with my life, today and always. In Jesus’ name. Amen.