There were 3 women who served as God's messngers ;they were-
1.Miriam,she was an acclaimed prophet and recognized as a leader of the Israelites.Miriam was Moses sister.She became jealous of her brother when he married a Cushite woman.She challenged her brothers leadership.Moses did not react to his sisters challenge.God's response came immediately.Although Miriam and Aaron possessed the gift of prophecy,Moses was his chosen one.For challenging Moses authority ,God struck Miriam with a disease that turned her skin white with leprosy.Moses interceded in her behalf,and eventually God healed her.(no one is to question God or doubt his word(for more on Miriam read Exodus 15)
2.Huldah,she was bold bordering on fearless.She was unafraid to speak to the nations king.She spoke Gods will and truth.She offered hope and a sign of renewal to all who listened(for more on Hulda read 2 Kings 22)
3.Anna,she was a prophet who served in Jerusalem at the time of Jesus' birth.She was no stranger to pain and grief.She suffered a devastating loss as a young woman when her husband died 7 yrs into their marriage.His death left her childless and alone.Yet,instead of growing bitter she channeled her pain into a life of ministry and spiritual reflection.Anna was so devoted that she never left the temple.Constantly worshipping,fasting and praying (if you like to read more on Anna read Luke 2)
*note-THE NAME HANNAH AND THE NAME ANNA BOTH MEAN"gracious'
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