Category Archives: Christian daily devotion
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
EVERY DAY HEROES
As we celebrate another Veterans Day, we take time to look up to those who have given a portion of their lives to serve their country. We’ll hear inspiring words concerning their unselfish and heroic deeds. Many of them … Continue reading
THE END!
OK it wasn’t the best movie ever, but the title was catchy. The funniest part about “The End,” was when Burt Reynolds tried to make a deal with God – promising to give Him a certain percentage of his income … Continue reading
EDIFICE
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A strong, imposing building stands firmly on the ground, Composed of brick and mortar, protected all around, A canopy of trees provides a strong yet gentle bastion, Though crafted well and made to last, … Continue reading
CONSCIENCE
Conscience is defined by Webster as an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one’s behavior. Martin Luther spoke of his conscience as being captive to the Word of God and that he … Continue reading
CONTENTMENT
New hydrangea bush, planted yesterday – still blooming and so am I. “Revenge, lust, ambition, pride, and self-will are too often exalted as the gods of man’s idolatry; while holiness, peace, contentment, and humility are viewed as unworthy of a … Continue reading
RIVER RENDEZVOUS
ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The morning mist lingers upon the remaining blades of grass, A stillness covers the surface of the mirror-like water, Reflections of the city lights dance across it, We walk side by … Continue reading
STOP, ALREADY!
I imagine we’ll be hearing all kinds of stuff about Donald Trump this week. This whole political season has been so predictable and childish. It’s about time we stop talking about Trump’s alleged hatred of women and Hillary’s emails. Let’s … Continue reading
REFORM IS SOMETIMES NECESSARY
“At twenty a man is full of fight and hope. He wants to reform the world. When he is seventy he still wants to reform the world, but he know he can’t.” Rodney Dangerfield “To improve is to change; to … Continue reading
SUCH A TIME AS THIS
A repost from 10/01/14 When Martin Luther stood up to the Catholic Church, his radical ideas were resisted by many as heresy. The Christian church had been corrupted, and many of the alterations to Scripture were made to fit the … Continue reading
LITTLE BOXES
Right now I’m up to my ear lobes in boxes of all sizes. Actually I’m doing much better than I was. Last week they were over my head. I thought we’d downsized, but guess what? We’re going to have to … Continue reading
TIME FOR REFORMATION
In a way we’re faced with a similar dilemma to what Martin Luther encountered almost 500 years ago before the reformation of the church. He was troubled by the conflicting teachings, the false doctrine, the malpractice and the inability for … Continue reading
SHORT & SWEET
You probably won’t be hearing much from me for the next few weeks. I’m back at working with my public speaking team, after school drama and writing classes and unpacking. The last few months have been a whirlwind of activity … Continue reading
PRAISE GOD, WE’RE HOME😍
Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creature here below. Praise Hm above ye heavenly hosts. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. The move is over at last. Now, as my sister advises, it ill be a … Continue reading
WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A WINNER?
I grew up and spent the early years of my adult life in Wisconsin, so I guess I’m a dyed in the wool Packer fan. That is unless the Minnesota Vikings happen to win. I was around when Vince Lombardi … Continue reading
COLUMBUS DAY
Today you don’t hear much about Christopher Columbus other than it being another time for retailers to draw in business. This explorer, like many before and since, have had their life’s work corrupted over time. In 1492, much of the … Continue reading
THE END IS NEAR
THE HOUSE WE WILL BE MOVING INTO ON SATURDAY It’s been four years in the coming, but we are finally on the last leg of our move. I have resisted it, not only because of the work I knew would be … Continue reading
FEARFULLY, WONDERFULLY MADE
“The true work of art is but a shadow of the divine perfection.” Michelangelo When I look in the mirror first thing in the morning, I’m sad to say I don’t always like the reflection, but that’s just my vanity … Continue reading
WHERE IS THE TRUTH?
I grew up on fairy tales. These stories filled my brain with hopes of finding the perfect mate, the wonderful life, the answers to all my dreams and hopes. Unfortunately, those stories were also filled with fearful characters that got … Continue reading
BRINGING IN THE SHEAVES
This favorite old gospel song was written in 1874 with Lyrics by Knowles Shaw and music later added in 1880 by George Minor. It is based on the following Psalm verse. “He who goes out weeping, bearing the seed for … Continue reading
