Don't leave me when I am old
and my hair turns gray.
Let me tell future generations
about your mighty power.
LUKE 2:36-38 (CEV)
The prophet Anna was also there in the temple. She was the daughter of Phanuel from the tribe of Asher, and she was very old. In her youth she had been married for seven years, but her husband died. And now she was 84 years old. Night and day she served God in the temple by praying and often going without eating.
At this time Anna came in and praised God. She spoke about the child Jesus to everyone who hoped for Jerusalem to be set free.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Even old people have a vital role as witnesses of God's activity.
DAILY FODDER
Why might older people struggle to fit into God's plan?
PRAYER
God of the ages, time doesn't affect you. But as I rapidly age I'm feeling the aches, pain, and losses. It's easy to conclude that my life is purposeless. Renew me with the fortitude and wisdom that only comes with age. Even though I don't have the same kind of energy, I'm looking to you for strategic placement. I want to witness to your faithfulness from the perspective of a lifetime of service. I'm going to tell future generations about your mighty power. Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
