Scripture: Matthew 12: 17-21

That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles.  He shall not strive, nor cry; neither shall any man hear his voice in the streets.  A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.  And in his name shall the Gentiles trust.  

Scripture Commentary:

The people in Jesus’ time expected the Messiah to be a king.  They forgot the prophecy detailing the kind of king He would be.  The Book of Isaiah showed the king to be a quiet, gentle ruler who brought justice to the nations.  Although Jesus fulfilled the prophecy, the people were looking for the big bang.

Like the crowd in Jesus’ day, we may want Christ to rule as a king orchestrating great and visible victories in our lives. Do not look for the big bang miracle.  Look at your life and see what Jesus has done for you.  You are the big bang! You are the miracle!

God created you, He loves you, and He lets His light shine in and on you.  He gave His only begotten son for you.

Are you working in His name?  Have you told anyone about Our Lord Jesus Christ and what He has done for you?

Let Jesus into your life, and feel and see the love He has for you.  Get down on your hands and knees and thank Him for His goodness.

God loves you.

Read the Entire Chapter:
Matthew Chapter 12

Additional Reading on the Prophecy of the King:
Isaiah Chapter 42