Friday, August 28, 2020

2 Samuel 12:1-31; Habakkuk 3:1-19; Romans 16:1-27

Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. Matthew 1:23
Teaching them to observe all things…and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Matthew 28:20

Centuries had passed since Isaiah’s prophecy concerning Emmanuel (Isa. 7:14). But the glorious incarnation fulfilled the promise that Emmanuel came to be “with us.” But before Emmanuel ascended, God once again left us His promise, “Lo, I am with you alway.” What assurance on our journey home! —Jim Comte

I will never, never leave thee, I will never thee forsake;
I will guide, and save, and keep thee, for My Name and mercy’s sake;
Fear no evil, fear no evil, only all My counsel take.—Author Unknown