Category Archives: God

TAKE HIS HAND

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© When the way is cluttered with the fog of uncertainty, take his hand. His hands are open to the world.  He reaches out to heal. He touches and His will is done.  He knows … Continue reading

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THE CENTURION

   I was simply following orders.  I’d done this many times before, but this was different.  Now an innocent man, stood before an angry mob who demanded His death. As I raised the lash for the last time, He was … Continue reading

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DENY JESUS?

The dark shadows of night still filled the courtyard.  Many were gathered in the stillness.  Word was out that Jesus had been arrested and was standing trial before the high priest.  I couldn’t help wondering how this could be.  Only … Continue reading

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PRAY

Romans 8:26 …. “We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express.” My prayer list seems to get longer every day. The words of the above passage … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – MOTION

Original Art by Paul T. Boecher© When the earth was perfectly formed, God was there in the action.  When mankind disobeyed God, they couldn’t hide from Him.  When He determined the payment for sin, He was the one  who provided … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – CLARITY

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER© Psalm 119:130 “The unfolding of Your words gives light; It gives understanding to the simple.” Some days become so diluted  with every facet of living, that we forget what it all means.  God allows us … Continue reading

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MEMORIES

Memories can surface when we least expect them. There are times we tuck them away knowing they have value, but you aren’t quite sure what it is until you need it the most.  My thoughts were swimming with thoughts of my boy. … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – SIMPLICITY

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Hebrews 13:5 “Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Setting goals for the future … Continue reading

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GOD’S VALENTINE

John 3:16

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LOVE IS …

  Patience is the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset.  So says the dictionary. Patience also means putting others needs ahead of our own.  It should be so easy, but our natural inclination … Continue reading

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SUPER SUPER HERO

Another Super Bowl has come and gone and men who are simply much larger, stronger, physically capable than most can now rest on their laurels.  Isn’t it amazing how willing some are to place their hopes and dreams on such qualities?  … Continue reading

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WHO DO WE TRUST?

   For over a hundred years, many Americans have been relying on a rodent to predict how long winter will last. For the past forty eight years we gather together for parties to celebrate the top two football teams in … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – MAJESTY

   Original art by Paul T. Boecher© There is nothing more majestic than the beauty of God’s glorious landscape. It gives one pause to realize what it must have been before sin entered the world.  In spite of man’s disobedience, … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – CONTENTMENT

   Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Contentment can be achieved when we’re alone in the quiet moments of life or we can be the calm in the turmoil of everyday living.  I guess it depends on where your priorities … 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 – PRAYER

Should prayer be reserved only for quiet contemplation or should we feel comfortable calling on God any time and anywhere?.  The answer is YES!

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MONEY, MONEY, MONEY!

Not long ago, the Powerball Lottery passed the billion dollar mark and everyone was scampering to win a lifetime of happiness.  People enter sweepstakes or frequent casinos for that one chance to live on Easy Street. We all have hidden desires for wealth.  Wouldn’t it be nice … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – LAUGHTER

   Laughter can cause tears to roll down our cheeks.  If we laugh hard enough, tears can fall down our leg.  Wouldn’t it be great if tears could have the same profound effect on us?

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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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MY SURE DEFENSE

If you’re a defense attorney and you have doubts about your client’s innocence, it will be difficult for you to come up with a convincing defense. Even if there is a tiny amount of circumstantial evidence, that’s all you have to … Continue reading

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