Category Archives: Inspiration

MY HUSBAND, MY FRIEND

Yesterday, as I watched my husband vigorously lift and haul things out of our basement, my heart jumped for joy.  These past few years he’s undergone treatment for prostate cancer as well as enduring a small stroke.  He’s always had … Continue reading

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LOOKING FORWARD

With each box we pack, there is a memory or more to go through.  Every scrap of paper, every photograph deserves our attention as we decide whether to save or toss them.  In the middle of all this clutter and … Continue reading

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WHO’S YOUR FATHER?

  I’ve always thought it would be interesting to study my family tree and learn the kind of people I came from. The problem is, there were probably more than a few scalawags in the bunch, and I don’t necessarily … Continue reading

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BY GRACE ALONE

Good works are a result of our love for Jesus, Christ and the work that He has done in us. If for one minute, we deceive ourselves into thinking that we have anything to do with our salvation, we are … Continue reading

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BREAKING POINT

  The top things that cause us stress in life have to do with our environment, our relationships, our work and our social lives.  Each of these things should also be rewarding, but when you think about it, the most … Continue reading

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WEEDS

We have a huge hill in our front yard.  When we first moved into our house 24 years ago, we still possessed the vigor of youth.  Each week my husband would get out the lawn mower and tackle that hill.  … Continue reading

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MY QUIET PLACE

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Where is the quiet place that you are longing for? Is it in those empty times when waiting to do more? Can you find contentment in the solitude of living? Or does is come … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHTS – PATIENCE

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER After a long winter, we yearn for the warmth of summer.  In summer we long for the cool of winter.  When we wait patiently, everything comes in its due time.  Be patient and wait … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – TRANSITION

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© We all go through times of transition throughout our lives.  Isn’t it good to know that we have the Creator of the Universe leading us to that new destination – beside us to support … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Birds cannot fly unless they open their wings.  How much more are we capable of if we just try?  For the next 365 days we have that many chances to open our wings and fly.

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© The Tree of Life was God’s gift to Adam and Eve guaranteeing eternal life.  They were told not to eat of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, but they disobeyed God and … Continue reading

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ANTICIPATION

This is the season of anticipation.  We look forward with hearts wide open to what’s coming.  Like the little child who can’t wait to open his presents – or the grandma longing to be with her family again – or the young … Continue reading

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ADVENT

The process of having a child is an exciting time.  A new life growing within a young mom stirs all kinds of emotions.  One moment you’re thrilled with the prospect – the next second you’re fearful of the role you will … Continue reading

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BUILT ON A ROCK

ARTWORK BY PAUL BOECHER© At Stillwater, Minnesota Steeples line the nooks and crannies of a hilltop, reaching to God Almighty in His holy sanctuary, Houses planted deeply in the ground have a sure foundation.  The wind blows and the waters rise, but … Continue reading

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GOD’S LOVE, MY STRENGTH

He’s like a whisper on a silent night, His lofty wings protect me in His sight, A voice so quiet yet it roars, My heart ignites, my spirit soars, He is my strength, my confidence, Through Him alone lies my … Continue reading

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I AM INSPIRED

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 am … Continue reading

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INSPIRE ME

What does it take to be inspired, especially when it comes to your relationship with God? For me, there are no fireworks, no feeling of physically bonding with my Savior, no Road to Damascus moment like Paul experienced. When I … Continue reading

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IT’S FRIDAY!

Well the work week is over – that is unless, you work on weekends, are a parent, a caretaker or any other job that means you work all the time.  We look forward to the weekends, because we can catch up on things … 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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WHY ARE SO MANY SO ANGRY?

I went in for my annual physical this morning and while waiting, I heard a woman’s voice screaming at the top of her lungs.  At first it scared me, because I have seen video clips of people freaking out at … Continue reading

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