Yes, Isaiah 9:6 is a direct prophecy of Jesus Christ, identifying Him as the promised King and Mighty God.
In the context of the Abrahamic Covenant, this verse promises a child and a Son who will bear the government and be called Mighty God. Les Feldick teaches that this prophecy points to Jesus as the Messiah and Son of God, affirming His deity and His future role as ruler.
Isaiah 9:6 — Directly names the child and Son with divine titles and the government on His shoulder, answering the question about Jesus' identity and role.
Isaiah 9:6 declares: "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." This verse is part of a prophetic passage given to the nation of Israel, announcing a coming ruler who would establish an eternal kingdom. The titles given—particularly "The mighty God"—ascribe deity to this child and Son, indicating that the promised King is more than a mere human ruler. The context emphasizes the establishment of a government and peace that will have no end, fulfilling the covenant promises made to Israel.
Les Feldick teaches that Isaiah 9:6 is a pivotal prophecy within the Abrahamic Covenant, specifically the promise of a government and king who would be the Son of God. He emphasizes that the 'government upon His shoulder' refers to Christ's millennial reign, and that this verse is the origin of Handel's Messiah's hallelujah chorus. He highlights the phrase 'unto us' as referring to Israel, noting that the prophecy was given to the nation. Les also connects the names in this verse to Christ's deity, asserting that Jesus is indeed the Mighty God, answering those who deny His divine nature.
Les Feldick clarifies that the 'us' refers to the nation of Israel. The prophecy is given to Israel, promising that a child would be born and a son given to them, as part of the covenant promises for a coming King.
Les explains that this phrase points to the thousand-year reign of Christ, when He will rule and reign over the nations. It signifies that the promised King will hold ultimate authority and fulfill the covenant promise of a kingdom.
Les teaches that the names given in this verse—especially 'The mighty God'—are declarations of deity. He asserts that this verse refutes any claim that Jesus did not claim to be God, as it ascribes divine titles to the promised child and son.
Isaiah 9:6 in the Abrahamic Covenant
Les introduces Isaiah 9:6 as part of the Abrahamic Covenant's promise of a king, who would be the Son of God.
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See? Thus saith the Lord, verse 7, The Redeemer of Israel, and His Holy One, the Messiah. To him whom man despitheth, to him whom the nation abhorreth, to a servant of rulers, kings shall see and arise, princes also shall worship, because of the Lord who is faithful, and the Holy One of Israel, and He shall choose thee. All right, staying in Isaiah, go to chapter 59. Chapter 59.
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Isaiah chapter 42, Isaiah 42, and let's just start, verse 1. "...Behold My servant, whom I uphold, Mine elect, in whom My soul delighteth, I have put My Spirit upon him. He shall bring forth judgment or rule through the Gentiles." Who's the pronoun He? It's Christ, the Messiah, see, the Messiah of Israel. All right, let's go on over to chapter 49, chapter 49, and drop down to verse 6, 7.
Isaiah 9:6 and the Millennial Reign
Les explains that 'the government' on His shoulder refers to the thousand-year reign of Christ, emphasizing the future kingdom.
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Isaiah 42, and let's just jump right in at verse 1. Isaiah 42, verse 1. You all got it? Behold, my servant, whom I uphold, mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth, I have put my spirit upon him, and he, that is, the Messiah, and he shall bring forth judgment or rule to what people? The Gentile. See? That was way back in prophecy. All right.
'Unto Us' Means Israel
Les specifies that 'unto us' in Isaiah 9:6 refers to the nation of Israel, clarifying the audience of the prophecy.
The Promise of a Government
Les again connects the verse to the covenant promise of a ruler who will bear the government, pointing to the Messiah.
Prophecies Pointing to the Kingdom
Les shows that Isaiah 9:6 is one of many Old Testament prophecies looking forward to the coming kingdom, answering the disciples' question about restoration.
Isaiah 9:6: 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.
This verse is the focal point, as it directly describes the promised child and Son with divine titles and a role of governance.
According to Les Feldick, the child and Son refer to Jesus Christ, the Messiah, who is the promised King from the line of David. The verse ascribes to Him titles of deity, confirming His divine nature.
Les emphasizes that the prophecy is given to the nation of Israel, as part of the covenant promises. It pertains to Israel's future King and kingdom, not directly to the Church.
This phrase indicates that Jesus will bear the authority of ruling in the coming millennial kingdom. It signifies His role as the sovereign King who will reign over the nations.
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