Jesus is Immanuel, God with us. He has come to us in the incarnation and continues to be present with us through his Spirit. Jesus is also very personal and active in our lives, leading, transforming, and empowering us to serve. When we become more alert to his presence and his voice, we see him at work in our daily interactions and even our schedules. We become awake to his Spirit transforming our very lives and the lives of others. The Lord is near. Draw close to him.