Emphasis Preaching Journal

Annette was born with a hole in her heart. Although it had been corrected, she continued to have heart problems throughout her childhood and into her teen years. Annette's parents would not allow her to get involved in any activity outside their home, with the exception of school. To Annette's dismay, that even extended to regular worship and Sunday school. But when Annette was old enough to attend confirmation classes, her parents reluctantly allowed her to participate.