“Therefore the Lord Himself shall give you a sign; Behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14).
I always think of that beautiful name with such a precious promise, “Immanuel.” Young and old alike rejoice to remember the meaning of the name “Immanuel.” It tells of God being with us. Can you begin to imagine that amazing situation? God with us! She stood at the door of their home and prayed with her daughter who was so struggling with math. “Lord, I know that you care about Susan, and you know that she has studied and prepared the best that she can. Thank You for being with her throughout the day, and we commit the math test to You.” Another hug and Susan was out the door. Immanuel! He leaned over and kissed his wife who was the leading neurosurgeon at the large hospital downtown and then prayed with her, “Lord, Jen has a huge situation before her this morning. But it is not bigger than You. Thank You that You will be with her in the OR today. Guide her hands and bless those who work with her.” Another hug and she was on her way. Immanuel!
For today: Immanuel! How will the Lord’s presence with you affect you today?