J. Barton Payne
Payne #41 — Jer 23:5–6
Righteous Branch of David called The LORD Our Righteousness; Payne notes the divine name given to the Branch
Righteous Branch
Jeremiah foretold that God would raise up a righteous Branch from David's line—a king who would reign wisely with justice and righteousness.
Old Testament
Jeremiah 23:5
"The days are coming," declares the LORD, "when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, a King who will reign wisely and do what is just and right in the land."
New Testament
Luke 1:32
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David,
Why This Matters
Jeremiah foretold that God would raise up a righteous Branch from David's line—a king who would reign wisely with justice and righteousness. The angel Gabriel announced to Mary that her son would receive David's throne and be called the Son of the Most High. In Jesus, the long-awaited heir of David's dynasty arrived—not to sit on an earthly throne, but to reign eternally.
Reflection
Christ our King, when my identity feels uncertain, remind me that Your promises in Jeremiah 23:5 stand fulfilled in Luke 1:32.
Scholar Credits
📘 Payne ✓📚 Edersheim ✓📖 McDowell ✓
Alfred Edersheim
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX
Righteous Branch (Tsemach) is one of the best-known Messianic designations; applied in Targum and multiple Midrashim
Josh McDowell
The New Evidence That Demands a Verdict • #9 House of David
Righteous Branch; Messiah called Son of David throughout both Talmuds
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