Embed the Bible

Embed means to fix or retain in the mind and heart. God has chosen a very special way to embed Jesus within us. The Bible is God’s perfect revelation to man. Within its pages, we see the nature and character of God, hear the story of salvation and redemption, and experience the call to walk closely with God and be transformed in the image of Jesus. Everything we do with regard to spiritual growth and health is fueled by what we find in the Bible.

This year we will be reading through the New Testament together. It is a journey that will take us from the birth of Jesus through the Revelation. We will walk with Jesus through the streets of Judea and experience the wonder of watching the world discover God walking among us. We will travel the road to the cross and stand again in wonder at the love and sacrifice that Jesus freely offers everyone who would follow Him. We will travel with the gospel message at it leaves Jerusalem and lays hold of the hearts of the world. It is an amazing adventure that God invites us to live as we embed His presence in our lives. And it all begins in a humble stable.

As Matthew opens, we see God entering the world and the lives of men in an amazing way. Jesus, the One who will save His people from their sins, becomes man. Announcing His name to Joseph, the angel of the Lord proclaims that He shall be called Immanuel, which means “God with us.” It is a picture of intimacy and relationship. Jesus wants to embed Himself in every moment of our days in order to transform us into Christ-likeness. This year, as we read through the New Testament together, our goal is to embed the Bible in our lives and imprint Immanuel on our hearts.

Embedding the Bible
1. What does it mean for God to be with us today?
2. How does an awareness of God with you change the way you will live today?