Matthew 1:18-25

Immanuel (or Emmanuel) means “God with us.”  This is a central promise of the heavenly Father all through the Bible!

• God was in the Garden of Eden with Adam and Eve.
• God was with Abraham when he traveled to Canaan.
• God was with Joseph while in Egyptian slavery.
• God was with Moses when he stood before Pharaoh.
• God was with Joshua while conquering the Promised Land.
• God was with David as he governed the nation of Israel.
• God was with the world when He send His Son to be born in Bethlehem.

The last promise of Jesus to his disciples before ascending into heaven was, “Surely I am with you always, even to the very end of the age.”

Isn’t it wonderful to know that because Immanuel came to earth, God is with you in all your decisions, all your challenges, all your victories and defeats, all your joys and sorrows?