S. Luke 2:36-37 (NIV) “There was also a prophet, Anna, the daughter of Penuel of the tribe of Asher. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshipped night and day, fasting and praying.”
O. I am impressed with the prophet, Anna. It looks like her husband may have died early on in their marriage and she then dedicated herself completely to the Lord’s service. While some people might be looking for a new mate, others such as Anna, totally commit themselves to the Lord’s service, which is also commended by the Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 7.
A. I’m thankful to have Michelle along with me in our service to the Lord. It is my prayer that we can remain as committed to the Lord’s service as Anna’s example – whether together or on our own should the Lord take one of us home.
P. Thank you Lord for Anna’s example. Through the loss of her husband, Anna remained focused in continuing to serve the Lord in her ministry as a prophetess. Holy Spirit I pray that I too might have the same type of focus and resolve in serving. In Jesus’ name I pray.
