Reinterpreting 'Immanuel': God's Presence Explained

Everyone knows 'Immanuel' means 'God with us' in Isaiah 7:14. But here's the twist: it doesn't mean

Jesus *is* God in the way you might think! Traditional views often equate 'Immanuel'

directly with Jesus being God incarnate. But the biblical text, in its historical

and canonical context, points to a profound difference. Think about it: Israel's camp had

God with them (Numbers 14:14), the Temple was where God dwelt. Names like 'Elijah'

mean 'My God is Yahweh,' but Elijah wasn't God himself! Immanuel signifies God's *presence

and powerful working through* this specially chosen human agent. It means God's deliverance accomplished,

His promises fulfilled, His presence manifested *in and through* this child. It's not about Jesus's