Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary Kids
by Annie Yorty
Bible Encouragement for Special Needs Moms
Podcast episodes
Season 2023
Become a Woman of Your Word
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary KidsBible Encouragement for Special Needs MomsSeptember 25, 2023 • 10:39 minutesEpisode 43—Become a Woman of Your WordHave you ever wondered how your children interpret your words? Can they truly trust you mean what you say? Let’s dig into the Word and see what God says about the importance of becoming a woman of your word. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals our lives should reflect the promise-keeping nature of God.About your Host—Annie YortyWife, mother, writer, and speaker, Annie encourages those living through difficult situations to perceive God. Embracing the task of advocacy after the birth of her first child, who has Down syndrome, Annie has led both disability and homeschool organizations for over thirty years to promote understanding and acceptance for individuals with intellectual disabilities. In particular, she loves to connect with other ordinary moms of extraordinary kids.Annie and her high school sweetheart/Air Force veteran husband, Jeff, have two grown children and one still in process. (Isn’t everyone, really?) Despite significant challenges, her favorite global mission destination is Siberia in February, but she’ll go anywhere God opens the door. She delights in anything crafty or creative except sewing, which she merely tolerates. Annie wishes she had more time to read, learn the piano, crochet, and practice Russian. Her furry beast (aka labradoodle) would like her to spend more time teaching him new tricks.Links and ResourcesBible references and further reading: 2 Corinthians 1:17-22, Steps to Peace with GodFor additional weekly encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog.Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly NewsletterIf you found encouragement here, share Become a Woman of Your Word with a friend.From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie YortyEpisode transcript is available.
Rely Only on God
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary KidsBible Encouragement for Special Needs MomsSeptember 18, 2023 • 10:21 minutesEpisode 42—Rely Only on GodHave you ever felt crushed by the weight of the world you carry on your shoulders? Let’s dig into the Word and see what God says about self-reliance. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals God uses overwhelming circumstances in our lives to teach us to rely only on Him.About your Host—Annie YortyWife, mother, writer, and speaker, Annie encourages those living through difficult situations to perceive God. Embracing the task of advocacy after the birth of her first child, who has Down syndrome, Annie has led both disability and homeschool organizations for over thirty years to promote understanding and acceptance for individuals with intellectual disabilities. In particular, she loves to connect with other ordinary moms of extraordinary kids.Annie and her high school sweetheart/Air Force veteran husband, Jeff, have two grown children and one still in process. (Isn’t everyone, really?) Despite significant challenges, her favorite global mission destination is Siberia in February, but she’ll go anywhere God opens the door. She delights in anything crafty or creative except sewing, which she merely tolerates. Annie wishes she had more time to read, learn the piano, crochet, and practice Russian. Her furry beast (aka labradoodle) would like her to spend more time teaching him new tricks.Links and ResourcesBible references and further reading: 2 Corinthians 1:8-12For additional weekly encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog.Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly NewsletterIf you found encouragement here, share Rely Only on God with a friend.From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie YortyEpisode transcript is available.
God Comforts You
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary KidsBible Encouragement for Special Needs MomsSeptember 11, 2023 • 11:45 minutesEpisode 41—God Comforts YouHave you ever wondered what purpose God may have for the trials in our lives? Let’s dig into the Word and see how God comforts you and gives you a mission through struggles. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals God comforts you and equips you to pass it on to others in similar circumstances.About your Host—Annie YortyWife, mother, writer, and speaker, Annie encourages those living through difficult situations to perceive God. Embracing the task of advocacy after the birth of her first child, who has Down syndrome, Annie has led both disability and homeschool organizations for over thirty years to promote understanding and acceptance for individuals with intellectual disabilities. In particular, she loves to connect with other ordinary moms of extraordinary kids.Annie and her high school sweetheart/Air Force veteran husband, Jeff, have two grown children and one still in process. (Isn’t everyone, really?) Despite significant challenges, her favorite global mission destination is Siberia in February, but she’ll go anywhere God opens the door. She delights in anything crafty or creative except sewing, which she merely tolerates. Annie wishes she had more time to read, learn the piano, crochet, and practice Russian. Her furry beast (aka labradoodle) would like her to spend more time teaching him new tricks.Links and ResourcesBible references and further reading: 2 Corinthians 1:3-9, John 14:26, Psalm 103:13, Isaiah 66:3For additional weekly encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog.Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly NewsletterIf you found encouragement here, share God Comforts You with a friend.From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie YortyEpisode transcript is available.
Power Up with Prayer
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary KidsBible Encouragement for Special Needs MomsSeptember 4, 2023 • 10:56 minutesEpisode 40—Power Up with PrayerHave you ever wondered if God really knows what you’re going through? Let’s dig into the Word and see how we can power up our lives by developing a habit of daily prayer. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals God is ready and waiting to communicate with us about every aspect of our lives.About your Host—Annie YortyWife, mother, writer, and speaker, Annie encourages those living through difficult situations to perceive God. Embracing the task of advocacy after the birth of her first child, who has Down syndrome, Annie has led both disability and homeschool organizations for over thirty years to promote understanding and acceptance for individuals with intellectual disabilities. In particular, she loves to connect with other ordinary moms of extraordinary kids.Annie and her high school sweetheart/Air Force veteran husband, Jeff, have two grown children and one still in process. (Isn’t everyone, really?) Despite significant challenges, her favorite global mission destination is Siberia in February, but she’ll go anywhere God opens the door. She delights in anything crafty or creative except sewing, which she merely tolerates. Annie wishes she had more time to read, learn the piano, crochet, and practice Russian. Her furry beast (aka labradoodle) would like her to spend more time teaching him new tricks.Links and ResourcesBible references and further reading: James 5:13-20For additional weekly encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog.Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly NewsletterIf you found encouragement here, share Power Up with Prayer with a friend.From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie YortyEpisode transcript is available.
Be Patient
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary KidsBible Encouragement for Special Needs MomsAugust 28, 2023 • 10:34 minutesEpisode 39—Be PatientHave you ever felt discouraged as a mom because you couldn’t see a good end to your efforts? Let’s dig into the Word and see how God gives us courage to be patient in trials. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals we can be patient because He is always working on our behalf.About your Host—Annie YortyWife, mother, writer, and speaker, Annie encourages those living through difficult situations to perceive God. Embracing the task of advocacy after the birth of her first child, who has Down syndrome, Annie has led both disability and homeschool organizations for over thirty years to promote understanding and acceptance for individuals with intellectual disabilities. In particular, she loves to connect with other ordinary moms of extraordinary kids.Annie and her high school sweetheart/Air Force veteran husband, Jeff, have two grown children and one still in process. (Isn’t everyone, really?) Despite significant challenges, her favorite global mission destination is Siberia in February, but she’ll go anywhere God opens the door. She delights in anything crafty or creative except sewing, which she merely tolerates. Annie wishes she had more time to read, learn the piano, crochet, and practice Russian. Her furry beast (aka labradoodle) would like her to spend more time teaching him new tricks.Links and ResourcesBible references and further reading: James 5:1-12For additional weekly encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog.Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly NewsletterIf you found encouragement here, share Be Patient with a friend.From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie YortyEpisode transcript is available.