Fear of God
March 7, 2024by Annie Yorty At Easter, we celebrate the extreme, but necessary, measures Jesus took to remove the penalty of sin from us. The blood He shed on the cross paid the penalty for every sin we commit. Yet we often hesitate to come to Father God after we’ve done wrong because we’re afraid of His response. When we have a fear of God, we demonstrate a fundamental misunderstanding of His nature. “Wait a minute,” you may say. “I thought the Bible tells us to fear God.” You’re right. We are to fear—respect and revere—God. But today we’re talking about a…
Best Day Ever
by Annie Yorty This week I passed GO in the journey of life. In Monopoly, you receive $200 when you round that corner on the board. In life, what comes your way when you pass 60? Are…
Love Sacrifices
by Annie Yorty Love Sacrifices There’s only One who can perfectly love you. He sacrificed everything for your good. Fall in love with Jesus on Valentine’s Day. By this we know love, because he laid down his…
Broken Hearts and Broken Seashells
by Annie Yorty Next week we’ll celebrate Valentine’s Day—a holiday meant for all kinds of heart connections. Friends exchange cards. Parents give gifts to children. Lovers plan romantic dates. But what about those with broken hearts? How…
Seize the Days
by Annie Yorty My friend recently posted a meme on his social media. It said, “Don’t wait. The time will never be just right.” This sentiment made me think about how to seize the days—every one throughout…
More in 2024
by Annie Yorty We often quip, “Less is more.” But when it comes to our relationship with God, we don’t need to restrain ourselves. Resolve to ask for more in 2024. The Dog that Wants More First…