ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

This past week, God has been painting the sky to reflect the beautiful color on the ground. In Minnesota, we’ve been blessed to see the Northern Lights – gorgeous sunsets – amazing sunrises. The painting I’ve chosen for today is somewhat similar to what many experienced as they looked at the night sky a couple nights ago. I’m not sure what the source was for this work, but it does mimic slightly what happens when the Northern Lights shine in the sky. Today is November 14th. We’re almost half-way through the month. Some might refer to this as Indian Summer – when God displays all His majesty in the heavens and on earth. His artistry lasts throughout the year. The seasons change. The landscape is altered. Life springs forth and withers away. Much like the seasons of our own lives. We wait for that perfect paradise that lays beyond the grave. Where we will experience even greater beauty. For now, we thank God for His consistency, His presence, His faithfulness and His unconditional love. Thank you, Jesus for another day and the blessings from your paintbrush.

The piercing rays of crimson red, cut through the morning sky,

The hand of God has painted them – a treasure for the eye,

Some say that we should be aware of danger at the door,

When ships don’t sail or hoist the mast, when flowers bloom no more.

Make haste, they offer as advice, tread softly as you go,

The storms may come and ruin the day, stay home and just lay low,

But He who tends the winds and rain will also care for you,

Through all the danger at your door, God surely sees you through.

His mighty hand will comfort you, His mercy is your glue,

The redness soon will dissipate, and skies will turn to blue,

Just trust in His unfailing love, let go of all your fears,

He’s there within your past as now and all your future years.