Category Archives: Christian daily devotion
BESIDE STILL WATERS
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Slowly crossing the sands of time – into a pasture green sublime, I’ll rest my feet and wet my lips, with waters clear and cold that grips, Through danger I will … Continue reading
INVESTING IN YOUR CHILDREN
I have a tendency to try and fix things. When people are sick, hurting in any way, lacking confidence, wanting to succeed – I feel responsible for taking care of all of that. I often overload myself with these cares … Continue reading
THE LOSS OF A CHILD
My maternal grandmother was one with a true pioneer spirit. All that she did in life was done with gusto as well as perseverance. She, along with my grandfather, raised 8 children, built a dairy farm, tended the chickens, baked fresh … Continue reading
WHERE’S YOUR STRENGTH
One of my favorite sources of comfort when I’m fearful or anxious is Psalm 91. These beautiful words have been converted into exquisite poetry and hymns throughout the centuries. The picturesque language shows just exactly how much our God protects … Continue reading
HEAR ME ROAR!
ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL KATHY BOECHER© On the days when I feel useless, when I simply cannot move, When my heart is full of energy, but I can’t get in the groove, That’s the time I need my Savior, The … Continue reading
COME ON – SMILE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Shriveled skin without elasticity, Tiny eyes embedded in a sea of flab, Bags and creases uncommonly placed between, Hair coming from places it has never before been, Loss of hair in other … Continue reading
YOU ARE A MASTERPIECE
ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “While we have the gift of life, it seems to me the only tragedy is to allow part of us to die – whether it is our spirit, our creativity or … Continue reading
MY LIFE – THE SEQUEL
“Last year’s words belong to last year’s language and next year’s words await another voice.” T.S. Eliot Several years ago I wrote an autobiography called, “Stages – a Memoir.” The book was written mainly for my family as a record of my … Continue reading
REVOLUTIONARY RESOLUTION
Someone once made the following New Year’s resolution – “This year I will gain a big checkbook and lose a lot of weight. I just hope I don’t mix them up again.” How true this is, especially in my case. … Continue reading
MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS
I was engaged to a man named, Joseph. Our marriage was planned long before we even knew each other. Both of us were from the lineage of King David, but those days of glory were long gone for our people. … Continue reading
YOU HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR
“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should … Continue reading
A MOTHER AFFECTED BY THE PRAYERS OF HER HUSBAND
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
PERSISTENT MOTHER
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
COME, THOU LONG EXPECTED JESUS
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Live in my heart forever, Lord. Light up a darkened world. Bestow on us your gift of love, through Jesus, Christ our Lord, A peace that lasts forever- A light that always shines, He will … Continue reading
WHAT DO I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS?
We started this year with a total re-evaluation of our lives when my husband experienced a small stroke last December. Where was our focus? What mattered in our life? Why were we working so hard? Why were we living in a house … Continue reading
HOW FAITH SAVED THIS MOTHER
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
AWAY IN A MANGER
Anyone who has given birth knows that a baby usually arrives when it’s ready, not when we are. There wasn’t any place to go. No rooms were left in the inn. I can picture the innkeeper, up to his ears … Continue reading
BITTER OR BETTER
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I was recently reminded that our attitude often needs an adjustment. The bitter things in life, Sadness, Illness, Loneliness, Trials Indifference, All lead to, Anger, Frustration, Fear, Emptiness, But when our hearts are … Continue reading
WHY GO TO CHURCH?
“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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