Category Archives: Christian daily devotion

AWAY IN A MANGER

Posted on December 19, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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BITTER OR BETTER

Posted on December 18, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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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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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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FACEBOOK TEST

Posted on December 13, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

Every once in a while I take one of those Facebook tests.  Today I came upon one that is suppose to be a quote which will define your life in the coming year.  Of course we can’t determine our future.  … Continue reading →

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IN A LOWLY MANGER

Posted on December 13, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You could have come in glory, in purple robes and crown, You chose a life of poverty instead, Your bed was once a feeding trough, your palace now a barn, A perfect place … Continue reading →

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GOD’S WORD

Posted on December 12, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Your Word, Lord, is perfect. Its teachings are true, By faith we accept it, not by what we do, Your words can give strength to our weak minds each day, Our path … Continue reading →

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A CHILL IN THE AIR

Posted on December 12, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

Winter has officially arrived in my neck of the woods with the snow filled skies opening on our “new” old house.  I love the frosty, fluffy, white stuff as long as I don’t have to go anywhere.  The fresh blanket … Continue reading →

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RICHEST TREASURE

Posted on December 11, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I once in poverty did lay, my heart was full of need, You came and took my sins away and now I’m rich indeed, You gave your richest treasure – your one … Continue reading →

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WINTER WARMTH

Posted on December 9, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Majestic pines, remain fresh and green, A light dusting of snow tickles their branches, Glistening like diamonds across the once lush landscape, Within that icy mass, brilliance pours forth, Color still … 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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REMEMBRANCES

Posted on November 28, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL WOOD SCULPTURE BY PAUL BOECHER For most of us, memories of past misdeeds are things we’d rather not remember.  We’d rather tuck them away in the deepest recesses of our minds and never bring them to the light of … Continue reading →

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HOLD TIGHT

Posted on November 28, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

I love old Christmas movies. They stir up all kinds of wonderful feelings and memories. One special one that comes to mind is “A Christmas Story.” I think it really hits home because it takes place in the town where … Continue reading →

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SAVING LIGHT

Posted on November 27, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

A light streams through resistant clouds. It brings a glimpse of heaven, As once in darkness bathed in shrouds, it’s filled with hope once given. The light came forth in darkness, so many years ago. And shone upon the Son … Continue reading →

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TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY

Posted on November 26, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

I love tradition but it doesn’t carry the same punch it used to. Maybe it’s because we want to make new traditions that fit our lifestyle and some of the old ways are nothing more than old-fashioned. Did you know … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMAS ANGELS 

Posted on November 25, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

Isn’t it great to know that God has sent His own angels to protect us each day? I have spoken about my angels and the shape they must be in by now. I have given all of them a run … Continue reading →

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HISTORY LESSONS

Posted on November 19, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

I’ve been spending a lot of time watching the history channel lately, mainly because most of what is on the tube is disgusting, immoral, disturbing and far from entertaining. I kind of wonder why I didn’t like history in school, … Continue reading →

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ARE WE WHAT WE DO?

Posted on November 19, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” Benjamin Franklin achievement – noun – something that has been done or achieved through effort : a result of hard work Are we shortchanging our children, by … Continue reading →

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