Immanuel
Many years before Jesus birth, God promised a
sign to reveal the fact that He would be making a personal appearance. At that time prophets and priests were the only
ones who communicated directly with God. Isaiah was one of those prophets and he
received the news that Immanuel was coming and there would be a sign to announce
His coming – and let’s just say it was unexpected!
Isaiah 7:14(AMP) tells us: “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a
sign: Listen carefully, the virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and
she will call his name Immanuel (God with us).” The ancients must have been puzzled at the
sign recalling previous signs given by God. Hope and fear must have been
stirred at the thought of God being with them.
When I ponder the truth of God with us, I know that it was not just for
the time of his life on earth. Rather His name is eternal, Immanuel, forever.
His presence is ever with us. The Holy One in the triune person of God the
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. For me, reflecting on His being with us at all
times and in all ways brings comfort, peace, and joy knowing His love and care
are close at hand. May this bring clear hope as you consider Immanuel, God with
us.
By: Joy Pedersen
Matthew 1:23(AMP)
“Behold, the virgin shall be with child and give birth to a
Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel”—which,
when translated, means, “God
with us.”
