Category Archives: Christian devotions

RANDOM THOUGHT – LIGHT

“Golden Moment” acrylic on canvas 20×16 by Paul T. Boecher© Ask any outdoor painter when it’s the best time to create art and they will undoubtedly say – in the morning or at twilight.  During these brief moments, God has … Continue reading

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RESTORATION

There are some reality shows on TV that deal with restoring old things into their former state.  As you walk through a neighborhood of restored Victorian homes, it’s easy to imagine the kind of lives the residents lived.  You may have … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT -FLOWERS

   Original art collaboration by Paul T. and Kathy Boecher “Hydrangeas” acrylic.©. This painting was created first by me and enhanced by the real artist in the house.  My love of flowers and his creative abilities helped to bring my … Continue reading

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TEAM WORK

  One of the best ways for a leader to understand his team is to get into their shoes.  In the show Undercover Boss, the boss takes on the tasks of his employees to get a closer look at what or … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – DREAMS

   I wonder where dreams come from. Are they a cacophony of our daily lives or simply stirrings in the heart of our imagination? Do they serve a purpose? When ever a creative person dreams, he’s taking all those elements … Continue reading

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SUPER HEROES

I happen to be a fan of the new “Super Girl” series.  Maybe because it’s something different than the usual crime and violence we see on the tube and I don’t mean the nightly news.  Most of us like the idea of … Continue reading

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TAPPING YOUR POTENTIAL

   When you’re a student and your being encouraged to make it into a great college and your grades don’t meet up to the standards, you might think your dream will never come true. You may even go to extreme … Continue reading

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WINTER

Original Art “SNOW” by Paul T. Boecher© The sun sprinkles a handful of fairy dust upon clinging icicles. Each one hangs on for dear life hoping that tomorrow the thermometer allows them to dwindle a bit, but in reality that … Continue reading

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THE LONG AWAITED SAVIOR

He didn’t come in glory on that first Christmas Day. His palace was a lowly place. His bed was made of hay. His servants were the angels, the shepherds came to pray. The Magi came from far away their richest … Continue reading

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QUIET TIME

  My husband and son have a yearly ritual of going hunting for whitetail in Wisconsin during Thanksgiving week.  It started when our son would tag along at the age of three to sit in the woods with his dad. … Continue reading

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TERROR

We are living in terrifying times.  Fear grasps at our throats and many succumb to it.  We are slowly and cleverly being devoured by evil.  It’s a problem as old as time. In my lifetime alone, I’ve experienced the fear … Continue reading

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SANCTUARY

   Today, before church, I spoke with a woman whose husband will undergo chemotherapy … again.  I listened as a man told of his wife’s recent surgery and the difficulties she encountered in her recovery.  During the service we prayed … Continue reading

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HAPPY SATURDAY

   A day of rest for some.  A day of hard work for others.  Whatever lies ahead for you today, in all things, give thanks.  Each day is one more opportunity to serve Him – to share His wonderful message … Continue reading

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THOUGHT FOR TODAY

   Too bad we often wait that long.  He’s always with us.  All we need is to go to Him.

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YIKES! ANOTHER KATHY RANT

The internet is amazing tool.  You can find information in the blink of an eye.  You can spend hours absorbing information and drawing your own conclusions . It also has  a dark side – when a news item can be blown … Continue reading

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ON WITH THE SHOW

Tonight I am blessed to see the fruit of five months of hard, yet fun, work with a group of young actors.  As with any important endeavor, the result is often the greatest reward, but we must never forget who … Continue reading

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NOTHING NEW UNDER THE SUN

o Solomon spent a lifetime chasing the wind.  In all his years of wealth, fulfillment and pleasure, he continued to struggle with the meaning of life.  I do too.  I often wonder why we go through difficulties.  Why do we have … Continue reading

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THE WEEKEND – AT LAST

Well, you’ve made it through another week.  You may not have accomplished everything on your plate, but you came through reasonably unscathed.  Now it’s time for some rest and relaxation, but before that take a moment to thank God for … Continue reading

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LIVE IN ME

Before each nerve was sewn, or breath of life inspired, Before each muscle formed, or potter’s clay was fired, He knew me even then.  His hand was on my heart, He shaped me with His power.  With Him I’ll never … Continue reading

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SING YOUR PRAISE TO THE LORD!

Sing your praise to the Lord Come on everybody Stand up and sing one more hallelujah Give your praise to the Lord I can never tell you Just how much good that it’s Gonna do you just to Sing anew … Continue reading

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