“In that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples; the nations will rally to him, and his resting place will be glorious.” Isaiah 11:10

Dear Father, I see your banner! I see it standing high on the hill. I look at the cross of Jesus and I gaze at his empty tomb and my heart is overwhelmed with joy and with rest. I see all of his enemies (and mine too!) lying under his feet. I see justice executed on your enemies and vindication given to me. I feel his hand on my shoulder raising me up as a justified and righteous child of God. I see your banner on the hill of Calvary and I long for the day when there will be complete peace throughout this world, when there will be complete and total peace in your eternal kingdom. Dear Father, I see your banner and long for the day when the multitude of your people will be gathered to your side. Dear Father, I can’t wait for that day. Hurry and come, Lord Jesus. Amen.

The first coming of Jesus brought victory for all. The coming again of Jesus brings judgment to all his enemies and peace to all of his people.