But as for me, I will look to the LORD; I will wait for the God of my salvation; my God will hear me.

Micah 7:7

There are prayers I keep praying constantly. Can you relate? It seems the prayers are sometimes going unanswered. Don’t lose heart. The story of Anna and Simeon gives comfort. They prayed until almost the end of their lives to come near the Savior. Their prayers were answered in the most glorious way. Baby Jesus was held by them and revealed as Savior. Their lifelong prayers were answered.

Take heart. God’s Word is powerful, and God’s will be done. We don’t need to stress over the words we choose. God gives us the Word in the Bible. We offer it back to Him in prayer and to others as the opportunity arises.

Nancy Rapp
St. Louis, MO

Dear Jesus, as I continue to pray, thank You that You hear me and lovingly keep me in Your care. Amen.

Reflect: Write prayers in a journal and praise God for answered prayers.

Read: Isaiah 55:11 and Luke 2:25-38