Category Archives: Advent

AN UNEXPECTED PREGNANCY

Posted on December 2, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

  POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© You came to a world filled with darkness and sin, You loved us devoutly without and within, His love conquered all through a child meek and small, Dear, God, Your Son came and He died for … Continue reading →

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THE ADVENTURE BEGINS

Posted on December 1, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

They waited for generations.  Not since the days of King David and his wise son, Solomon, had there been such anticipation.  They’d wait for a long, long time.  They’d be persecuted, live in slavery, become a nomadic nation moving from … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMASES PAST

Posted on November 29, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

“Spirit!” said Scrooge in a broken voice, “remove me from this place.” “I told you these were shadows of the things that have been,” said the Ghost. “That they are what they are, do not blame me!” Charles Dickens – … Continue reading →

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THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS TREE

Posted on November 28, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

Our Christmas tree in my younger years was often the last one on the tree lot.  Dad always waited until the day of Christmas Eve to buy one, because he’d get the best deal.  The problem was there undoubtedly would … Continue reading →

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A MOTHER AFFECTED BY THE PRAYERS OF HER HUSBAND

Posted on December 23, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

My name is Hephzibah, which means “my delight is in her.”  This same name would be assigned to Zion by the prophet, Isaiah. My husband, Hezekiah, was a great king in the line of Judah.  He was a very just man, … Continue reading →

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TAKE A TIME OUT

Posted on December 22, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

In my day, a time out required sitting in a corner, facing the wall and thinking about the naughty thing I had done. It followed my bad behavior and a spanking.  It wasn’t really called a time out.  It was referred to as … Continue reading →

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PERSISTENT MOTHER

Posted on December 21, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

I came from a long line of military men.  My father, Eliam was one of David’s mightiest soldiers.  My grandfather, one of David’s trusted advisors.  It was only natural that I would marry into that lifestyle. I loved my husband, … Continue reading →

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HOW FAITH SAVED THIS MOTHER

Posted on December 19, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

  We knew it was inevitable.  This nation, called Israel had become massive in size and even our walls might not hold them back. We all began to wonder when we saw this mighty populous camping at the base of … Continue reading →

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WHY GO TO CHURCH?

Posted on December 18, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

“The True Church can never fail.  For it is based upon a rock.” T.S. ELIOT, The Hippopotamus Today I am staying home from church.  The wind chill in Minnesota is currently -26 degrees.  I know that’s a poor excuse for … Continue reading →

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NECESSARY MOTHER

Posted on December 16, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

You’ve undoubtedly heard of my father-in-law, Judah. He was the fourth son of Jacob.  His line would eventually produce the birth of David, the ancestor of the Messiah.  He was one of Joseph’s brothers.  I’m sure you’ve heard of him as well. Quite … Continue reading →

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WHAT LOVE IS THIS?

Posted on December 15, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

A child is born – it happens every day. But when our Lord, Savior, Messiah, Baby, Jesus, King, Emerged from Mary’s womb, lt was more than extraordinary, God chose to come to us, to live among us, to be human … Continue reading →

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SARAH – MOTHER OF NATIONS

Posted on December 14, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

You can’t imagine what it was like.  I was scorned by friends and neighbors.  My husband even made me feel responsible for my not producing an heir – a bloodline which would eventually lead to the birth of the Messiah.  … Continue reading →

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THE MOTHER OF HUMANITY

Posted on December 11, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

This series pertains to Jesus’ lineage and the women who played a part in it.  I do not claim to be a theologian, but as a dramatist and writer I believe that the Bible is full of stories about average and … Continue reading →

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LESSONS OF THE SEASON

Posted on December 10, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

  This Christmas season is filled with new lessons , even for an old ladu.  I used to have a fireplace mantel in my old house.  My “new” old house didn’t come with one, so I had to do a … Continue reading →

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ANGEL OF THE LORD

Posted on December 5, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

Another one from last year.  Originally posted 12/15 If you’ve ever read, “The Best Christmas Pageant, Ever!” by Barbara Robinson, you’ll remember how the nativity was portrayed by the five Herdman children –  the worst kids in town.  The only … Continue reading →

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UNWED MOTHER

Posted on December 4, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINALLY POSTED ON ATIMETOSHARE.ME 12/4/15 A young girl of about 13 is about her duties in the house. She’s possibly weaving cloth or sewing items for the humble trousseau she would bringing to her pre-arranged marriage.  She was used to working hard.  … Continue reading →

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I CAN’T WAIT!

Posted on December 1, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

“Time always seems long to the child who is waiting  – for Christmas, for next summer, for becoming a grownup: long also when he surrenders his whole soul to each moment of a happy day.”  Dag Hamarskjold Advent is a … Continue reading →

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NOT AN ORDINARY BABY

Posted on December 21, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Hands and feet swollen, tired and sore from the treacherous journey.  Belly full and heavy with child.  A journey that wasn’t required of her, yet it was.  Had she not travelled the rugged road to Bethlehem with Joseph, the prophesy would … Continue reading →

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HOW MAJESTIC IS YOUR NAME

Posted on December 18, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

   ORIGINAL ART – “MAJESTY” by PAUL T. BOECHER©  Oil on canvas 28″ x 22″ I imagine this is what Moses witnessed as he stood at the foot of Mt. Sinai.  God’s glory inhabited that place especially at that moment … Continue reading →

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JUST A BABY BOY

Posted on December 17, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 in a place Unlike all other … Continue reading →

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