ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©

Many of the paintings I’ve shared with you this past year include scenes of nature and how God provides for all creatures great and small. He has healing in His wings. His hands carry us through whatever we face physically, emotionally and spiritually. We can hide from danger in their protection. We can be comforted and cuddled by them. We can soar along with the eagles on those strong and mighty wings, and we can rest in them with assurance that He will always be with us. The year 2025 is beginning to wane. In a couple days we will welcome a new one. We may make resolutions for the coming year. We may or may not keep those promises, but we can always depend on God’s promises being fulfilled.

In a year filled with ups and downs, we can be confident that our God will never break any of His promises. He is steadfast and true in every instance. Ending an old year can be lethargic as we hang onto memories that linger. It can also be cathartic as we look to the future with hope. Walking with the Creator of the universe will get us through every day of every year that we live. The span of this past year has opened my eyes to many memories, dreams, goals, losses and tears. The years to come will include those moments of awareness and acceptance. Let your resolutions include thanking Jesus for every day. This time has been freely given to us to follow Jesus, use Him as your role model, ask and receive His forgiveness and share His love with others.

You hold me safely in Your hand.
For everything my body does demand.
You guide my steps, You hold me tight,
You strengthen me with all your might.
You lift me out of ever sinking sand.
I am one speck upon this ground.
There are so many other folks around.
But still You find the time for me,
You gave your life to set me free,
Your mercy always will abound.
When I am weary from the tasks of life,
And burdened with death’s heavy strife,
You give me confidence within,
To live my life free from all sin,
Within your mighty healing wings.

“Don’t just step into the new year — leap into it with courage, curiosity, and kindness.” — inspired by Maya Angelou