Use Your Privilege
by Annie Yorty As a parent, I gave special privileges to my children when they proved themselves ready to use them responsibly. As a child of God, you have privilege. He wants you to enjoy and use…
Stand Up Under Rejection
by Annie Yorty As a young Christian, I sometimes told friends the little bit of biblical truth I had acquired. Often, their response was unenthusiastic. Sometimes they mocked me for believing so-called fairy tales. My first dose…
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…
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…
