How does "Wonderful Counselor" guide us in making godly decisions today? The promise in Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Why the title “Wonderful Counselor” matters • “Wonderful” speaks of supernatural ability—wisdom beyond human reach. • “Counselor” describes a reliable guide whose advice never fails (cf. Psalm 33:11). • Jesus, the Child foretold, still exercises this role through His Word and Spirit (John 14:26). How the Counselor guides us today 1. Through Scripture • “All Scripture is God-breathed…so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:16-17) • Biblical commands and principles form the plumb line for every decision. 2. By the Holy Spirit’s inner witness • “The Helper, the Holy Spirit…will teach you all things and remind you of everything I have told you.” (John 14:26) • The Spirit illuminates passages, stirs conviction, and provides peace or unrest that confirms or redirects our plans (Colossians 3:15). 3. Through prayerful communion • “Call to Me and I will answer you and show you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” (Jeremiah 33:3) • As we ask, He aligns our desires with His will (Psalm 37:4). 4. Via wise, godly counsel • “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.” (Proverbs 15:22) • The Counselor often speaks through mature believers who know His Word. 5. By providential circumstances • “A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.” (Proverbs 16:9) • Open and closed doors, timing, and resources reveal His steering hand. Practical steps for listening to His counsel • Begin every choice with Scripture—seek a clear command or principle. • Pause for prayer, inviting the Spirit to search motives and bring verses to mind (Psalm 139:23-24). • Compare options against Christlike virtues listed in passages such as Galatians 5:22-23 and Philippians 4:8. • Consult seasoned believers who model obedience. • Look for confirmation through peace, circumstances, and consistent biblical alignment. • Move forward in faith; adjust quickly if the Counselor redirects (Acts 16:6-10). Living under His wise leadership When hearts stay humble, ears stay open, and Bibles stay open, the “Wonderful Counselor” faithfully charts a path that honors Him and blesses us (Proverbs 3:5-6). |
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