Anna Never Left the Temple But Worshiped

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 worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.  — Luke 2:27-28 

God planned for Anna also to be able to see baby Jesus.

She blessed Him when He was brought to the temple.

She had been fasting and praying, worshiping God night and day.

She was a widow, 84 years old.

And she loved the Lord.

So do we!

Living in the Lord

The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” — Genesis 4:18

God has blessed us with 35 years of marriage.

Hard to believe that 35 years ago yesterday we were married here in San Diego.

My dad had just died that previous July, but our moms, grandmothers, aunts, uncles, and Kirk's dad were there, along with friends and relatives from around the country.

Yesterday we worshipped in the same church where we were married.

We have been members there for the past 38+ years.

Saturday night our new pastor was ordained in our church chapel and Kirk and I served communion for his service.

This photo is of our sanctuary where we worship each week and where we were married.

God has helped us grow closer to him and closer to each other over the years.

We are thankful.

Come Into the Light

Whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God. — John 3:21

This year Kirk and I celebrate 35 years of marriage.

Our daughter is throwing us an anniversary party at the end of October.

I am blessed to have married such a strong and loving Christian man.

We did not have a limo, but when we arrived at our reception and saw this one parked outside, our photographer suggested we take a photo.

It turned out really great.

And God has overwhelmed us with blessings throughout our marriage.

Even through the dark times, God has brought us into the light of his mercy and grace.

We are thankful.

Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. — Psalm 150:6

Praise God for all the wonderful things has done.

In October, Kirk and I will celebrate 35 years together.

Our friends, Brad and Peggy, celebrated their 44 year anniversary last week.

Our friends, Wayne and Chrissy, celebrated their 40th anniversary this month.

God has watched over our marriages and has strengthened us during the difficult times.

The Lord has caused us to rely on him.

Here we are 4 years ago with Mickey.

Growing closer to God has drawn us closer to each other.

Praise the Lord!