When Jesus was born, an ancient prophecy was fulfilled: Immanuel was born (Isaiah 7:14). But what did this prophecy mean in its original context? And how does understanding its original meaning help us truly grasp its significance today?

Dig into Isaiah's prophecy about Immanuel and its fulfillment in this week's bonus episode of the Know God Deeply podcast!

Tune into this episode as Adam, David, Rachel, and Corina unpack…

• The shocking historical context of Isaiah's prophecy about Immanuel
• Why God is faithful—even when we aren't
• How to let go of fear and control, trusting God more fully this Advent

Scripture Passages and Verses Referenced: Isaiah 8; 2 Kings 16; 2 Samuel 7; Hebrews 13:5; 1 Kings 19; Jeremiah 15:18; Matthew 1:21-23; Luke 24; Genesis 3:15; Psalm 27:10; Romans 5:8.

About Know God Deeply: This podcast is produced by Precept. Precept exists to help people know God deeply and live differently through knowing God's Word. With Bible studies on every book of the Bible, Precept guides you to discover truth in Scripture for yourself, but not by yourself.

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• How to Study Your Bible https://shop.precept.org/products/how-to-study-your-bible?
• The Purpose of Prayer https://shop.precept.org/products/the-purpose-of-prayer-a-collection-of-prayer-volume-one
• New Inductive Bible https://shop.precept.org/collections/bibles-study-accessories/products/the-new-inductive-study-bible-esv-milano-softone-burgundy

Read the transcript here: https://www.precept.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Know-God-Deeply_Advent_Bonus-Episode-1_What-Immanuel-Meant-to-Israel—And-How-We-Can-Trust-Jesus-Today.pdf

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Download Episode Transcription: https://www.precept.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Know-God-Deeply_Season-2_Episode-4_Is-Justice-Worth-Waiting-For_.pdf

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