1. Isaiah 9:6

2. Introduction  Why study names?  a. Helps us understand the purpose behind the incarnation.  b. Help us to relate to God.  c. Helps us know what He means to us today.

3.  The Hebrew word “wonderful” signifies:  a. Something indescribably great.  b. Something tremendous.  c. Beyond description.  Jesus knows things only God knows.  His ways, plans and purposes.

4.  In Jesus, we have someone who can guide and direct our lives.  He is never confused or mistaken.  Knows exactly what to do.

5.  There is a great need for advice / counsel in our society.  Wisdom and counsel are important.  Proverbs 1:5 – “Will hear, learn..”  Psalms 33:11- “Stands forever”  What makes Jesus WONDERFUL?

6. 1. He UNDERSTANDS Your Struggles.  Hebrews 4:15 – “tested in every way”  He can relate to you.  Knows exactly what you are going through.  He knows your situation.

7.  He knows my heart and mind.  Because of this we are able to “approach the throne of grace” (Hebrews 4:16)  John 1:14 – “Word became flesh”  Jesus knows how rough life can get.  He understands your struggles.

8. 2. He CARES for you.  1 Peter 5:7 – “God cares for you.”  Some counselors only care as long as you can pay the bill.  But Jesus cares for you as a person.  He cares about your character.

9.  He cares about your spiritual growth, emotional welfare.  He cares about the pain you suffer.  You are of value and worth.  Matt. 6:26 – “Worth more.”  He thinks so much of you that He sent His Son to die for you.

10.  To give you new hope, new life and salvation.  God cares for you.  He will help you with your problems.  He will help you deal with them.  Matt.11:28 – “Come To Me.”

11. 3. He COMMITS Himself to you.  Jesus wants us to have a personal relationship with each of us  John 10:27 ‘”Hear my voice.”  Jesus speaks to us.  How does Jesus do that?

12. A.Through the BIBLE – Ps.119:105 B. Through the HOLY SPIRIT – John 16:13 C. Through the CHURCH – the world’s largest support group.  Do not be a “lone ranger.”  Col.3:16 – “ Word dwell richly.”

13. Remember A.God is the source of all wisdom.  Job 12:13 – “Belongs wisdom and power”  Psalm 16:7 – “Counsels us.”  Proverbs 2:6 – “Gives wisdom”

14. B. To receive wisdom – Pray.  When we pray, the Holy Spirit gets involved.  John 14:26 – “The Counselor, the Holy Spirit.”  Isaiah 11:2 – “Spirit of wisdom.”  Ephesians 1:17 – “Give you wisdom.”