Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary Kids
by Annie Yorty
Bible Encouragement for Special Needs Moms
Podcast episodes
Season 2023
Never Give Up
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary Kids Bible Encouragement for Special Needs Moms November 27, 2023 • 11:30 minutes Episode 52—Never Give Up Have you ever felt frustrated, or maybe wanted to give up, when you experienced rejection? Let’s dig into the Word and see how God enables us to never give up. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals God helps us to persevere to shine His light into the darkness of our world. About your Host—Annie Yorty Wife, 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 Resources Bible references and further reading: John 1:9-16, Mark 16:15-16, AnnieYorty.com For additional encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog. Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly Newsletter If you found encouragement here, share Never Give Up with a friend. From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie Yorty Episode transcript is available.
Run to Jesus
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary Kids Bible Encouragement for Special Needs Moms November 20, 2023 • 11:01 minutes Episode 51—Run to Jesus Have you ever forgotten you have help with every problem in your life? Let’s dig into the Word and see how Jesus’ compassion and love compel Him to help you with every need. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals we can run to Jesus for every problem we encounter. About your Host—Annie Yorty Wife, 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: John 2:1-11, John 3:16, Psalm 46:1-3 For additional encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog. Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly Newsletter If you found encouragement here, share Run to Jesus with a friend. From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie Yorty Episode transcript is available.
Known by God
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary Kids Bible Encouragement for Special Needs Moms November 13, 2023 • 10:32 minutesEpisode 50—Known by God Have you or your child ever been misjudged or discriminated against? Let’s dig into the Word and see what it says about how we’re known by God. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals because God fully knows us and fully loves us, we can trust Him. About your Host—Annie Yorty Wife, 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 Resources Bible references and further reading: John 1:45-50, Psalm 139:1-3 For additional encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog. Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly Newsletter If you found encouragement here, share Known by God with a friend.From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie Yorty Episode transcript is available.
Your Identity and Purpose in Christ
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary Kids Bible Encouragement for Special Needs Moms November 6, 2023 • 11:00 minutes Episode 49—Your Identity and Purpose in Christ Have you ever found it difficult to define yourself and your purpose? Let’s dig into the Word and see what God says about your identity and purpose in Christ. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals God gives us an identity and purpose wrapped up in the identity and purpose of Jesus Christ. About your Host—Annie Yorty Wife, 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 Resources Bible references and further reading: John 1:19-28, John 1:12, How God Advocates for You, Advocating for God’s Cause, Advocate for Others—5 Practical Steps For additional encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog. Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly Newsletter If you found encouragement here, share your Identity and Purpose in Christ with a friend. From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie Yorty Episode transcript is available.
The Word Brings Light to Your Life
Ordinary Moms of Extraordinary Kids Bible Encouragement for Special Needs Moms October 30, 2023 • 10:39 minutes Episode 48—The Word Brings Light to Your Life Have you ever doubted the truth of God? Let’s dig into the Word and find three truths about Jesus that reveal His love and care. Today’s Bible encouragement reveals Jesus is the Word of God who brings light to your life. About your Host—Annie Yorty Wife, 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 Resources Bible references and further reading: John 1:1-8, Steps to Peace with God For additional encouragement, visit Annie’s Perceive God blog. Sign up for Annie’s Quarterly Newsletter If you found encouragement here, share The Word Brings Light to Your Life with a friend. From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed Through Down Syndrome by Annie Yorty Episode transcript is available.