“And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser; she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. And coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of Him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem” (Luke 2:36-38).
Anna was known by the fruit she bore. She was a true servant of God. In this day and time, we tend to look down on the elderly. Many times they do not get the respect that they deserve. I knew a wonderful, Christian lady, who has since gone to be with the Lord. Like Anna, she bore good fruit. Many times I have gone to her for comfort or help in time of need. She had been through similar life experiences and was a minister’s wife, also. She was able to council me in a godly way. What a blessing and inspiration she was to me. She taught me how to bake the bread for our Communion and Feet Washing service, laughed with me and comforted me in trying times. I look back on those times with fond memories. We are blessed by God to have good, elderly Christian women among us. He placed them in our paths for a purpose. What a blessing to see them pressing on for the Lord and to know by their example, that we can make it, also.
Debbie White West VirginiaPRAY TOGETHER: Christmas in Brazil means many church Christmas programs. Pray for the children as they participate in these programs.
