Thoughts and Prayers
by Annie Yorty What could be more natural than to offer thoughts and prayers for the victims of tragedy? For much of human history, people offered prayers to God when tragedy struck. The prayers of family, friends,…
Wholehearted in 2025
by Annie Yorty As I contemplate and pray over the new year, a theme surfaces. Wholehearted. What can God produce through me if I offer an undivided heart to Him? Waning Passion At first, my daughter loved…
Peace with God
by Annie Yorty ©2022 In the Bible, Isaiah prophesies about Jesus, calling Him “Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6). The Jews looked for a Messiah who would bring peace to their nation. But Jesus came for a more…
Going in Circles
by Annie Yorty ©2022 Have you ever found yourself going in circles? Directionally challenged. That’s what we would affectionately call my mom. I recall taking a rare road trip from Pennsylvania to Ohio as a teen to…
Abortion–America’s National Sin
by Annie Yorty ©2022 Problems without possibility of solution simply frustrate. And America has a deeply entrenched problem with abortion. But God offers a lasting and life-giving solution for abortion, America’s national sin. When Does Life Begin?…
