Denying Jesus
by Annie Yorty ©2022 After Jesus was arrested, Peter denied Him. More than once. But he may not be the only one. What about us? Do we need a rooster’s crow to signal when we’ve been denying…
How to Respond to Loneliness
by Annie Yorty ©2022 Betrayal, false accusations, and loneliness—every human must bear these unavoidable, heartbreaking burdens. Jesus, living in a fully human condition, was no exception. But Jesus is also fully God. That’s why, in the final…
Easter Lily
by Annie Yorty ©2022 Legends of the white-blossomed Easter lily abound. Scripture refers several times to the bloom but does not corroborate the tales. Nevertheless, the Bible says that God’s creation sings His praise. I hope you…
How to Endure False Accusations
by Annie Yorty ©2022 This month, we are looking at how Jesus persevered with His plan through betrayal, false accusations, and loneliness. Talk about a toxic environment! During Jesus’ last days on earth, flaming arrows of accusation…