Isaiah 9:4-6

New Century Version

⁴ Like the time you defeated Midian,
    you have taken away their heavy load
and the heavy pole from their backs
    and the rod the enemy used to punish them.
⁵ Every boot that marched in battle
    and every uniform stained with blood
    has been thrown into the fire.
⁶ A child has been born to us;
    God has given a son to us.
    He will be responsible for leading the people.
His name will be Wonderful Counselor, Powerful God,
    Father Who Lives Forever, Prince of Peace.