\u201cThey will call him Immanuel\u2014which means \u2018God with us\u2019\u201d (Matthew 1:23). The Incarnation means God is not distant; He dwells among us (John 1:14).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In loneliness or trial, He is present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.\u201d (John 1:14)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prayer:<\/strong> Emmanuel, thank You for being with me always. Draw near today. 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