A Song of His Presence

As much as I remember that only God can change the course and direction of this world, Election Day always presents itself with a sliver of hope to my heart. Maybe this time, someone with morals and ethics and integrity will come and turn this sinful nation around. Anyone else?

Then, I remember what kind of world Jesus was born into. His people thought He came to save them from the political system. He had a much higher purpose, however. He came to save man from their sins.

One by one, soul by soul, He changes one person at a time. He made Himself of no reputation. He made Himself dependent on His own creation. He made Himself subject to the whims of those with far less knowledge and wisdom than His own. Why? So He could demonstrate His love and save them from the wages of their sin.

On Instagram, I have been meditating on the names and attributes of God, and the study has been encouraging and foundational to a grateful heart. Knowing who He is gives me strength and courage to live for Him “for such a time as this.”

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Today’s focus was on Immanuel, God with us. It reminded me of a poem I wrote a few Christmases ago, so I decided to share it here. I pray it is a blessing to you today!

Immanuel, God With Us

The One who the earth

And Heaven can’t contain

Within His Creation,

A Womb would constrain.

In flesh that would tear,

With a heart that could break,

He who commanded the stars

Chose silence for our sake.

 

His Word remained silent;

For months He kept still,

And out of His silence

His Word He’d fulfill.

All that He promised

Lay sleeping on straw.

Not one word fell empty

The barren tomb He foresaw.

 

Because His sure coming

Fulfilled all that He said,

Man’s heart can rest sure

He will come back again.

Nothing He’s promised

Returns to Him void.

In His presence forever

His redeemed will rejoice.

Even so, come quickly, Lord. But until then, give us boldness to speak your Truth to a world lost in darkness. Amen.

Erica B. ❤️