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THROUGH THE DARKNESS
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Through the darkness and the shadows, God is with me all the way, Even when the road is cluttered, with the cares of every day, When I’m lonely or downhearted, fears surround … Continue reading
MARY HAD A BABY
She was just a simple girl – nothing special – not without sin. She was like us, yet God chose her to carry His very own Son for nine months in her womb. She would also hold His dead body … Continue reading
JUST A CHILD
Mary accepted God’s will without question – she nurtured her Son, Jesus, made sure He followed the commandments, did His chores, worked alongside His stepfather. She saw to it that He had clothes to wear, food to nourish and an … Continue reading
ASH WEDNESDAY
In Luke 22, where I left off on my Advent study, we find the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. It begins with the preparation for the Passover meal, continues as Judas betrays the Son of God, Peter … Continue reading
OLD MAN RIVER
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© We live in a small town right on the Mississippi River, as it joins the Rum River at a place called Peninsula Point. The mighty Mississip cuts a path right through the … Continue reading
THE STORY CONTINUES
During the season of Advent, I attempted to fulfill a 24 day study of the book of Luke. There are 24 chapters in this telling of the greatest story ever told. Unfortunately on the 22nd day, I became ill and … Continue reading
CONSOLATION
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Psalm 95:4-5 “In his hand are the depths of the earth; the heights of the mountains are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, and his hands formed the … Continue reading
GOOD NIGHT, CRUCIBLE
This is the second time I’ve been involved in the production of Arthur Miller’s spell binding show, “The Crucible.” Some thirty years ago I was an assistant to the director. At that time I was on my second stint in … Continue reading
IT’S NOT COMPLICATED
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The simplicity of the Gospel often boggles the mind. We are expected to believe something extraordinary – inconceivable – impossible. We delude ourselves into thinking there has to be more to it … Continue reading
DON’T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF
There are a ton of little problems we face every day. They may become mind boggling if we let them. For example: A fitted bed sheet that doesn’t fit. Having to pee as soon as you’re snuggled into bed. Trying … Continue reading
SHINING BEACON
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© “One thousand shall flee at the rebuke of one; at the rebuke of five shall ye flee: till ye be left as a beacon upon the top of a mountain, and as … Continue reading
MAJESTY
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Within the mountain’s early dawn, His majesty is seen, The skies fill up with brilliance, and glorious golden sheen, His breath is seen in morning mist, His voice through eagles’ song, His … Continue reading
GOD’S WORD THEY STILL SHALL LET REMAIN
I wonder what the early Christian church was like, before the corruption of its tenets – before reason got involved – before faith took a back seat – before factions of the original church broke away and became more to … Continue reading
GOD IS MY REFUGE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A little cottage in the woods, An escape from the noise of the city, A place to ponder on the creation of God, And the boundless beauty of it, Freedom from care … Continue reading
WHAT’S HOLDING YOU BACK?
I don’t like confrontation. I’m adverse to rejection. I fear heights and drowning in the ocean. I would rather be alone than in a crowd. I’ve learned over the years that my fears often get in the way of my … Continue reading
WINTER LOVE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Another blanket of fresh, white snow covers the winter wood, Diamonds glitter across the meadow, the moon shines bright for good, Icicles cling to skeletal limbs, days begin their ascent, Still the … Continue reading
GOD’S VOICE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Where is the quiet place that you are longing for? Is it in those empty times when waiting to do more? Can you find contentment in the solitude of living? Or does … Continue reading
HISTORY CHANNEL MINI-SERIES
Last night was the first in a trilogy about our first president, George Washington. We knew nothing about it until our son-in-law, a real history buff, brought it to our attention. I love the way the history channel gives us … Continue reading
I TRULY LOVE STAGE MANAGING
Here we go again. It’s opening week for “The Crucible,” with a group of very talented young people. The real magic started this past Saturday as new light effects and sound were added along with costumes. It seems each time … Continue reading
