Thursday December 19, 2024

Luke 1:5-25

In the days of King Herod of Judaea there lived a priest called Zechariah who belonged to the Abijah section of the priesthood, and he had a wife, Elizabeth by name, who was a descendant of Aaron. Both were worthy in the sight of God, and scrupulously observed all the commandments and observances of the Lord. But they were childless: Elizabeth was barren and they were both getting on in years.

One of the most painful (emotionally draining) and lonely journeys that has ever been walked by any couple is INFERTILITY. Well at least in the African context. Family in Africa expects lots of children from a couple and we are not shy asking when a married couple will start giving us babies. I have since found out that sometimes, well anytime or rather it is not ever appropriate to ask for babies from a couple. This is stressful!! This obviously is for my fello Africans.

Anyway back to the scriptures. What have you been praying for recently. Can you see God working on it or is there just silence? Zechariah and Elizabeth had everything in their lives except a child. They waited a long time for God’s answer. Today I want to pray for all those who are waiting on God. Please do not be discouraged. This God will find a way to fulfill your heart. The answer sometimes comes in very different ways. God bless you and I see you!