What an amazing thing it is that God became flesh & dwelt among us. It was prophesied by the prophet Isaiah that He would be called "Immanuel," which means "God with us" (Is. 7:14). How remarkable it is that God took on a human body & became a little baby (Mt. 1:23).
He became "God dwelling among us" in the flesh (Jn. 1). The disciples could touch Him, talk to Him, eat with Him, & laugh with Him--just like we can with our friends & family. It seemed His death would separate them from that reality.
However, before He died, Jesus promised that He would not leave his disciples as orphans but He would send the Helper who would not only dwell among us, but reside IN US. All who believe in Christ Jesus as their Lord & Savior have Jesus living inside them through the power of the Holy Spirit.
As we near Christmas day & the celebration of Jesus' birth, let us remember to celebrate "God with us"--the living, breathing, loving God who is with us right now. Thank you, Jesus!
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