How did Christmas Come? — Isaiah 9:1-7 — Unwrapping Christmas part 2

How did Christmas Come? — Isaiah 9:1-7 — Unwrapping Christmas part 2

12 December 2021

Series: Unwrapping Christmas

Topic: christmas, Immanuel, Remnant of God's people, Zeal of the Lord

How did Christmas Come? -- Isaiah 9:1-7 -- Unwrapping Christmas part 2

Hitting Christmas on the Mark

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Isaiah 9:1-7

Jerusalem is a tale of two cities
We can find rest in Christmas
The prophecy of Isaiah is guaranteed by Grace

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