REPRIEVE!

"...The people walking in darkness have a seen a great light; 

on those livingin the land of deep darkness and light has dawned. 
You have elnarged the nation and increased their joy; 

they rejoice before you 

   as people rejoice at the harvest, 

as warriors rejoice 

   when dividing the plunder. 

For as in the day of Midian’s defeat, 

   you have shattered 

the yoke that burdens them, 

   the bar across their shoulders, 

   the rod of their oppressor. 

Every warrior’s boot used in battle 

   and every garment rolled in blood 

will be destined for burning, 

   will be fuel for the fire. 

For to us a child is born, 

   to us a son is given, 

   and the government will be on his shoulders. 

And he will be called 

   Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, 

   Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 

Of the greatness of his government and peace 

   there will be no end. 

He will reign on David’s throne 

   and over his kingdom, 

establishing and upholding it 

   with justice and righteousness 

   from that time on and forever. 

The zeal of the LORD Almighty 

   will accomplish this..."

Isaiah 9: 2-8

chains broken, yoke shattered, veil lifted, darkness pierced, hope restored!

Merry Christmas,

lee