Jesus and Emmanuel
Matthew
reports the two names of the child to be born by Mary.
With
these names, his identity and mission are revealed. He is Jesus (meaning “God saves”) “because he
will save his people from their sins.”
And He is Emmanuel, “God is with us.”
Looking
into ourselves and the world around us, we know that we cannot save
ourselves.
But this
Jesus is not the type of a trouble-shooter or superhero who only shows up when
there are troubles. Matthew would later
end his Gospel with the Risen Jesus’ last words to the disciples, “I am with
you always, until the end of the age” (28:20).
As we are
about to celebrate Christmas, may we grow in appreciation and love for Jesus
who saves us and who is with us always.
And may
we share this divine presence, not just presents, with others.
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