By Pastor Jason Lim
Isaiah 7:14 is a popular verse during Christmas. And it should be! It promises the birth of Jesus, our Immanuel!
And it is also important to know the context of why and how the promise was given.
The promise was given in the midst of sin, rebellion & impending war.
In spite of Judah's unfaithfulness, God remains faithful. He will not forsake His own, even if they should stray.
He promises a sign of "Immanuel" (God with us) to His people in spite of their sins.
This is our God- His love is so strong nothing shall separate us from His love in Christ Jesus.
The virgin birth of Jesus Christ is a most unique event in human history. There is simply no other example of this.
It is one of the many proofs that Jesus is indeed the Messiah.
Jesus is the one who will crush the serpent's head, who will be the everlasting Davidic King, and who is the mighty God.
Today, you can find peace with God through Jesus.
And dear brethren, your God is with you and for you, and not against you.
