God Came Near
The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel - which means, “God with us.” Matthew 1:23 The words, “God Came Near” strikes like a chord that is wonderful and beautiful, yet seemingly impossible. How is it that this God who is so mighty would come near enough for me to see Him; to hear Him; and yes, to know Him personally? He left all of heaven’s glory to come close that I might know Him. He came near that I might be forgiven and