God with us

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

The title Immanuel is probably my favorite of all the names given to Jesus. The thought of God coming down to be with us is so beautiful, so personal, so necessary. He is my dearest Friend, and He has proved that to me over and over.

The day after HB’s second disclosure, God spoke to me through this song. It was so comforting to know that I was still His child, and that He was with me. Even if all my responses weren’t perfect, even if the night looked so dark. His presence was there in it all.

I Am with Thee

I walked through a valley so dark and so low
The sun did not shine there but a lily did grow
I cried to my father, How can this be?
He said, Can’t you see, child? I am with thee

I am with thee, I am with thee
Through the fire
Through the flood
You are covered by the blood
For I am with thee

I climbed up the mountain ’till I reached the top
And there sprang a fountain in a dry and barren spot
Again my heart questioned, my eyes could not see
And again Jesus whispered, I am with thee