Category Archives: Christian daily devotion

IN A LOWLY MANGER

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

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

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

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

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

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!

“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

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

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

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

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 

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

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?

“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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TEN REASONS TO BE THANKFUL

Americans will soon sit down to a sumptuous dinner and feast on foods served only on special occasions.  As we fill our tummies with goodies, let’s try to focus on those who don’t have such bounty. Maybe you are faced … Continue reading

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THE HUNT BEGINS

ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Within the glorious display of autumn, Brilliant yet dusky colors of gold and mauve, The untouched country side filled with still green valleys, Amidst the waters blue they lay, The grand antlered beasts, … Continue reading

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WHAT WILL I BE TODAY?

“You are never too old to set another goal or dream a new dream,” C.S. Lewis Life carries us through ups and downs and turns us inside out sometimes.  We think we have it all figured out and suddenly realize we don’t … Continue reading

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EARLY THANKSGIVING

Psalm 34:1  I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. I’m from the state of Wisconsin and so is my husband.  When we arranged our wedding, it was originally planned for the weekend bow season for … Continue reading

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YOUNG HEROES

This week has been focused on a controversial election, protests, transfer of power and other things that annoy and agitate many.  Some can’t accept the results.  Some say, let it go.  Some are angry, some violent, some are being paid to encourage … Continue reading

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DESTRUCTION FROM WITHIN

“Have no fear of robbers or murderers. They are external dangers, petty dangers. We should fear ourselves. Prejudices are the real robbers; vices the real murderers. The great dangers are within us. Why worry about what threatens our heads or … Continue reading

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