Isaiah 7:14

“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.”

When studying scripture I have found it important to read prior verses along with verses after the actual verse I am studying. This provides me with a greater understanding of it.
This verse was prophesied by Isaiah between 740 and 700 BC – The reasoning for the message was due to King Ahaz wanting a sign from God. Ironically this verse is also found in Matthew 1:23 when the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph, which was written in 50 and 60 AD.

The name Immanuel means “God with us”.
These words are similar to the words used in the New Testament.
John 1:14 – “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.”
1 Timothy 3:16 – “He appeared in a body.”

As I read this verse I also noticed the “The Virgin” is an indication that shows how God’s plans are set. “The Virgin” is pointing to a specific person (Mary). If this was prophesied as “A Virgin” it would leave the impression or emphasis the “The Virgin” was not yet picked. This I feel is very significant for as it states in Psalm 139:16 – “All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them became to be.”

I wonder what God has already written in His book for me? I know I need to open my heart in order to hear Him and allow Him to guide me.
I urge each of you to take time daily to sit and ask God the questions you have. Then take a moment and relax, clear your mind, open your heart and listen.
Remember it may not always be what you have pre-determined the answer should be and it may not be what you want to hear.
However God provides us with three answers: Yes, No, Maybe in my time and will. It is always your decision to walk on the narrow or wide path.