From Ignorance to Bliss: God’s Heart Revealed through Down Syndrome by Annie Yorty
This is a sobering yet delightful glimpse into the feelings of a mother raising a child born with Down Syndrome. The book concludes with a chapter written by Alyssa herself, now in her thirties but still a child at heart.
Annie Yorty doesn’t sugarcoat the challenges she’s faced. But she also shares the joy that comes from helping Alyssa develop and grow to her full potential. She has learned to read and write and loves to share her love of Jesus with others. Alyssa even accompanied her mother and participated in ministering on a mission trip to Siberia.
I enjoyed the format of the book, which is written as a series of short essays with titles such as “Collision Course,” “Dream Big,” “Un-Expectations” and “Believing is Seeing.” Endorsers include author Josh D. McDowell and director of digital content at FocusontheFamily.com, Dr. Craig von Buseck.
The book opened my eyes to blessings that can be found in life’s toughest challenges. Annie Yorty is transparent in sharing the heart of a mother accepting a child different from the one she expected. Her faith has supported her and enabled her to move from ignorance of the Down Syndrome condition to the bliss of seeing God’s hand in life’s challenges.
Annie’s experiences offer insight to anyone dealing with challenges. A good read that I highly recommend.
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