By Monica Asante Eighty years — what a blessing! I am so grateful to God for guiding me through every season of life. Through it all, the love of the people around me and, most importantly, my faith in God and constant prayers have brought me this far. My faith reminds me that no matter what lies ahead, God is already there — ready to give strength and support. I truly believe that He has a purpose and a hopeful future for each of us. When challenges come, it’s important to keep holding on to prayer and hope. Be encouraged to lean on God’s strength to carry you through whatever you face. Above all, give thanks and praise to God in all things. So—when life is hard, PRAY! When life is great, PRAY! When life is somewhere in between, PRAY! When prayer becomes your habit, miracles become your lifestyle! Throughout my journey, I have leaned on the Bible for guidance. God’s word has beenmy comfort, my reminder that He is always near, andmy assurance that I amnever alone. As I celebrate my 80th birthday, I want to share 80 of my favorite scriptures and a few inspirational quotes with you. These verses remindme of the power of prayer, the beauty of patience and praise, and the importance of trusting God completely. Some will lift your spirit, others will comfort your heart, and all will remind you that God hears your prayers and stands with you through every trial. To God be the glory for these 80 wonderful years — and for the blessings still to come. AuntyMonica once asked Akua what she thought would be meaningful to gift her grandchildren. When Akua suggested sharing 80 inspirational bible verses and quotes, personalized with individual pictures tomark her milestone, everything shifted. She didn’t hesitate; She didn’t weigh it for a moment. That embrace, that warmth, that eagerness to pour blessings into her grandchildren captured her spirit perfectly. Maa, thank you for curating this beautiful piece. Though the verses are for them, each of us can draw inspiration from the wisdom they hold. We await eagerly for your AbrahamLincoln quotes in your next edition! 170 The Birthday Journal
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