“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14).

That is the great mystery of Christ: We have a God who is not just in heaven, but “Immanuel, God with us . . . always, even to the end of the age" (Matthew 1:23; 28:20).

“Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for HE is good! For His mercy [steadfast love] endures forever!” (Psalm 136:1).

“Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, You who lead Joseph like a flock; You who dwell between the cherubim, . . . Stir up Your strength, and come and save us! Shine forth! . . . Restore us, O God; cause Your face to shine, and we shall be saved!” (Psalm 80:1, 2b, 3).

“Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!” (2 Corinthians 9:15).

“Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me” (2 Corinthians 12:9).

“The stone which the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone. This was the Lord’s doing; it is marvelous in our eyes” (Psalm 118:22-23).

“The LORD said to my Lord, ‘Sit at My right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool.’ . . . Rule in the midst of Your enemies!” (Psalm 110:1, 4b).