ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©

God is my everything. When I wake each morning, I thank Him for another day. He takes my hand and leads me through all the perils of life. He gives me the strength to endure the aches and pains of an aging body. He lifts my spirits with the beautiful smile of a young life – like me, possessing only a few teeth. He makes me laugh at silly things, keeping my sense of humor alive. He lives through His creation, through the splendor of a mountain and the shade of a pristine green valley. I am so blessed to have Him as my partner through this darkened world. I know I will meet him face to face one day. Then we will be eternally bound.

Your hand reaches down and touches the vastness of creation,

Within your hand is the power to carve into mountains and establish flowage for the water,

In your voice is majesty and steadfastness,

With one word from you, all the angels bow in humility,

Your breath inspires us to speak your words,

Your eyes watch over all within your omnipotent sight,

Not a word or action goes unnoticed,

Not a prayer goes unheard,

Your constant presence comforts and protects us,

The mountains lay low at the sound of your voice,

You command water to spring from barren land and it heeds,

You say the word and your will is done, in spite of us,

Where can we hide from you?

Why would we try?

You created this place for us, but we have c0rrupted it,

You placed the sun, moon and stars in the heaven to bring us light,

We have polluted it with our sin,

Still, you love us,

Still, you will do anything for us,

Still, you are a loving Father,

A sanctuary, a prince of peace and Lord of Lords,

Let me run to you instead of away,

Lead my steps to you instead of the world’s path,

Give me confidence that your way is the only one.

Let me rest in your unfailing love.