Pack for Eternity
by Annie Yorty I’ve traveled with God many times to faraway places to share the gospel and teach His truth. So often, in fact, that I have a suitcase in my basement which contains things I commonly…
Bells—Symbol of Christmas
by Annie Yorty Doorbells announce. Warning bells alarm. School bells remind. Chimes of all kinds serve an important purpose. One of my favorites, church bells, call people to worship. At Christmas, they proclaim the birth of Jesus.…
Gifts—Symbol of Christmas
by Annie Yorty Most of us can think back to a special gift we received at Christmas. Maybe its significance sticks not because of the object, but because of the giver. Whatever the reason, we enjoy gifts…
Holly—Symbol of Christmas
by Annie Yorty Holly—we use its boughs to deck the halls in preparation for Christmas festivities. At least that’s what the song says. Fa la la la la, la la la la. The glossy evergreen leaves complement…
Symbol of Christmas—Evergreen Tree
by Annie Yorty Putting ornaments on my Christmas tree brings me great joy. Many of my ornaments reflect places we’ve traveled or special events we’ve experienced together. The nostalgic trip down memory lane warms my heart. You…
