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WHERE ARE YOUR ROOTS?
“Millions of men have lived to fight, build palaces and boundaries, shape destinies and societies; but the compelling force of all times has been the force of originality and creation profoundly affecting the roots of human spirit.” Ansel Adams Most … Continue reading
REDEMPTION
“Nations, like stars, are entitled to eclipse. All is well, provided the light returns and the eclipse does not become endless night. Dawn and resurrection are synonymous. The reappearance of the light is the same as the survival of the … Continue reading
LIFE UNBOUND
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A town was once alive and bustling with activity, Abandoned, but still built on solid ground, We trudge through time with hearts held in captivity, Our walk in life may keep us earthly bound, But when … Continue reading
APRIL TESTIMONY TAG
I was tagged by Mark “Hat” Rackley last week to share my testimony with you. Last week was a little crazy for me, so I had to put the honor on the shelf for a while. Today, being Monday and … Continue reading
THE KINGDOM OF GOD IS OURS
Gated communities, walls, barricades, stockades, bulwarks, road blocks – all designed to protect one side from the other. These obstacles are built for the purpose of protection of what lies within. They include precious people, riches and treasures, things not wanted … Continue reading
MY WRITING JOURNEY
Last week my writing journey took a brief hiatus. I guess it all started the week before, when Minnesota was hit with one last (I hope) snow storm. There I sat again, in a pile of snow and ice, struggling … Continue reading
ALL THE SAME IN HIS SIGHT
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Within the city limits stands a relic from the past, It used to hold some animals, but those days are long passed, Today it holds many treasures, of times from long ago, Their memory … Continue reading
ALELLUIA, HE IS RISEN!
The cross becomes a distant memory. Was it worth it? There was no greater sacrifice. Our holy God took on human flesh, lived a perfect life, was hailed by many and scorned by more. He took our place and carried … Continue reading
GOLDEN OLDEN DAYS
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This aging bulwark stands as a reminder of days gone by. Firmly grounded more than a hundred years ago, in the heartland of our country. Each brick and stone, each hewn log was … Continue reading
HE DIED
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© At the hour of the evening sacrifice, Jesus died. His stricken body had suffered unbearable torture, even for the Son of God. At last the weight of the sin of the world crushed him. He died, … Continue reading
THE CURSE OF THE CROSS
Roman crucifixion was considered to be the most painful, disgraceful and horrific forms of torture. The hands and feet were bound and nailed to the cross. The pain was excruciating. There was strain on the wrists,, shoulders and arms. The rib cage was … Continue reading
HE WAS PIERCED FOR ME
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© A babe so soft, a child so sweet, lay on a bed of hay, His mom looked at the dimpled hands and counted fingers at play. His hands would grow with bruises and scuffs as children so often … Continue reading
THE FINAL SACRIFICE
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© A tender shepherd walked this earth with love within his touch, His words could calm the troubled sheep, His hands led them through much. He chased away the predators, He brought them safely home. He often searched … Continue reading
GOODBYE, OLD SPORT
It’s always so hard to say goodbye to our furry friends. We’ve had Gage since he was six weeks old and placed him in God’s hands yesterday, just shy of his 12th birthday. He was a lively pup, full of … Continue reading
BLENDING IN
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This offering is the beginning of a new series of paintings – farms, barns and broken buildings. In the weeds and trenches, In the darkest holes, Perched within the clenches, Of yearned for … Continue reading
DESTRUCTION OF A TEMPLE
READ JOHN 2:13-22 Today, as we consider the burning of Notre Dame Cathedral and all its worldly treasures, hearts will ache and tears will fall. This building has stood the test of time through wars, scandal, revolution, discouragement and hatred. … Continue reading
ROAD OF PASSION
It was over. Jesus triumphal entry into the holy city of Jerusalem ended like every day. This man who was thought to be the King of the Jews, the Messiah, the Savior was paraded down a cloak strewn road in … Continue reading
MY WRITING JOURNEY
Only fifteen thousand words to go. Maybe I could add some ands, buts, pluses, likewises or toos. The word count has been my nemesis in this process. I realize words are a necessary component to flesh out my characters, so I continue … Continue reading
BEHOLD THE CROSS
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When bruised and injured we do fall, before our Father’s throne And look upon the lamb once slain for all sins to atone, Our pain is nothing next to His, our wounds … Continue reading
