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.…
Be Bold
by Annie Yorty I’ve noticed an interesting inverse correlation in today’s culture. Self-promotion—the expression of one’s characteristics, opinions, or activities—has rocketed off the charts while truth-promotion has plummeted. We have grown timid in our role as image-bearers…
Grace and Peace Multiplied
by Annie Yorty ©2022 I recently read that a huge majority of Americans feel overwhelmed by stress. The multiplication of troubles—chaos spreading across the world, economic pressure, political vitriol, social upheavals, and personal crises—subtracts grace and peace…
Friendship with God
by Annie Yorty ©2022 If you’re a parent, or if you were ever a kid, then you know how friendship ups and downs impact thinking, mood, and even emotional well-being. Adults, too, experience instability in friendships. Can…
Soar High with God
by Annie Yorty ©2022 The Bible says those who trust in the Lord will soar like eagles. But what does it really mean to soar high with God? God’s Gifts in Nature On a recent vacation, God…
