Category Archives: Advent
MOUNTAINS WILL BOW DOWN . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER For the past month I’ve been sharing a small portion of the blessings I’ve experienced in my lifetime. It would take years to express my gratitude for all the things God has … Continue reading
JUST A TINY BABY BOY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER He was just a little baby boy, but like no other one.He fussed and cried like babies do, but this was God’s own Son.People came to see the King and found Him … Continue reading
LIFE & DEATH MIRACLES . . .
Anyone sitting at the bedside of their child gazing at the perfection of that new life, will tell you it’s a miracle – a gift from God. When a parent spends the last few days of their child’s life in a hospital … Continue reading
UNEXPLAINED MIRACLES
It was a bleak December. Snow covered the ground, but had been soiled by the salt on the road. The skies held ominous clouds. Another storm was on the horizon. In my heart, December had always been a time of … Continue reading
CHRISTMAS OVERLOAD . . .
This time of the year is packed with a complete bag of mixed emotions. We can be up one minute and down the next. In all the rush and anticipation, we find ourselves with not enough time, money or ability … Continue reading
GLITZ, GLITTER AND BLING . . .
It’s that most wonderful time of the year. At least that’s what the song says. Store windows are filled with sparkles, lights and glitter galore. The tree stands in the center of your living room, filled with more lights and … Continue reading
A BIRTHDAY LIKE NO OTHER . . .
Birthday celebrations for little ones are always special. A new life brings hope for the future, a fancy cake and lots of friends gathered to celebrate. Jesus’ birthday didn’t consist of those things. He was born at a time when … Continue reading
I WANNA BE MARY OR THE ANGEL OF THE LORD . . .
Many years ago, I had the opportunity to direct the Best Christmas Pageant Ever. It is based on the book by Barbara Robinson that most of us have read or at least seen performed. The tale relates the story of … Continue reading
IS IT A WONDERFUL LIFE?
One of my favorite traditions for the holiday season is to sit back with a bowl of popcorn and enjoy the movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” It’s a story of the impact each of us has on the world as we … Continue reading
CHRISTMAS ON THE FARM . . .
Memories of my maternal grandparent’s farm in Wisconsin, brings back all kinds of special thoughts for me. Christmas was not only an event, a celebration or time of wonder, but there were so many connections to that first Christmas so … Continue reading
THE DAYSPRING FROM ON HIGH . . .
“And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Most High; for you will go before the Lord to prepare his ways, to give knowledge of salvation to his people in the forgiveness of their sins, because of the … Continue reading
BEST LAID PLANS . . .
The children are bundled in their warmest clothes. Mom has filled the thermos with hot chocolate. Dad has warmed up the car and it’s off to the tree farm. When they arrive, everyone sprints out in wild anticipation. All of … Continue reading
I JUST CAN’T WAIT . . .
There’s nothing like a road trip to make the best of family or friends into the exact opposite by the time the journey is over. I recall many of our family road trips. Most of the early years of our … Continue reading
WAITING FOR JESUS . . .
As we await the return of our Savior, Jesus, we wonder how long it will be. Will He return to judge the world during my lifetime? Will I have to wait to actually meet him when I go to heaven? … Continue reading
THE YOUNG & RESTLESS SHEPHERDS . . .
This is a rerun of what will probably be posted annually. It is a wonderful memory from several years ago, that will remain in my mind forever. There’s nothing like a Christmas pageant with children that seems to ignite all … Continue reading
THE MESSIAH IS COMING . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The merriment of Christmas, brings smiles to everyone,But often we forget the joy of God’s own precious Son.When packages are opened, and wrapping are all torn.The ribbons lay upon the floor, expectation … Continue reading
GOD UNDERSTANDS . . .
Through every great blessing God bestows on us; for all the messes He’s repaired, for all the broken hearts; for providing relief from all our physical, spiritual and emotional needs, we give thanks today and every day. God understands. The … Continue reading
COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS
Final exams are done. It’s time for a well-deserved Christmas break for students and teachers. The excitement for the big day is growing. People scurry about looking for the perfect Christmas gifts and carols are filling churches across the country. Christmas … Continue reading
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