Category Archives: Jesus
HE IS NOT HERE. HE IS RISEN!
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© He died that I could live. He suffered pain and loss. He gave all He could give, upon that rugged cross. But on that awesome day, so many years ago, He for my sins … Continue reading
THE TOMB
According to Jewish custom, burial of the dead had to take place on the same day of death. His body had been turned over to Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus. The women followed and watched as Jesus was carried to … Continue reading
REDEMPTION
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Through the cobwebs of existence – through the darkness of our strife – Through the dankness of our sinfulness and wickedness of life Through the deepest, darkest pits of hell and the helplessness we … Continue reading
THE CURSE OF THE CROSS
Many years ago, a group of our church members were putting the finishing touches on our newly built sanctuary. My husband had the honor of constructing the cross which would be placed at the front. It was made of railroad ties … Continue reading
MALCHUS
There are many minor characters in the Passion story. One of them was a servant of the high priest Caiaphas, named Malchus. Most of us remember him being the victim of Peter’s sword and having his ear restored miraculously by Jesus, … Continue reading
CAIAPHAS
He was the chief priest of the temple. The one who would enter the Holy of Holies each year to make the sacrifices of the people to God. He came by the job after marrying the daughter of Annas, but he was also … Continue reading
GOD WITH US!
My mind overflowed with memories. There was day when I was first approached by the Angel of the Lord. “The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall … Continue reading
MIRACLES
Miracles don’t happen every day, but my boy was proving that to be wrong. He took a small amount of food and turned it into enough to feed five thousand – and that didn’t even include the women and children. There … Continue reading
THEY CAME TO HEAR
There were those who left their jobs and families behind to follow Him. They gave up everything to be a part of it. Some of them became His inner circle of workers and would someday continue to share the words He … Continue reading
PREPARE THE WAY . . .
My relative, Elizabeth had a child shortly before my Son was born. It was quite astounding since she was way beyond child bearing years. However, this was all part of God’s amazing plan for the world. When her son, John … Continue reading
SUNRISE – SUNSET
The little boy I watched grow from a tiny, helpless infant was now a strong , young man with confidence in His step, determination on His face and love in His heart. It was difficult to understand how such an ordinary child … Continue reading
A WEDDING TO REMEMBER
Weddings are a time of reunion in our family. The young couple had pledged their love – food was served – relatives had arrived from all over. It was a homecoming of sorts – the first time I’d seen my son … Continue reading
DO YOU FEEL LIKE A FAILURE?
We all have days that start out with plans to take on the world only to have them dashed the minute we take one step out of bed. Who knew there would be a Lego underfoot? No matter how strong we … Continue reading
WHO IS THIS CHILD?
God created life before it existed. He carved the mountains into majestic peaks – He filled the seas with living things – He looked at the heavens and placed the stars and planet. Each tree was planted perfectly by Him … Continue reading
NOT AN ORDINARY BABY
Hands and feet swollen, tired and sore from the treacherous journey. Belly full and heavy with child. A journey that wasn’t required of her, yet it was. Had she not travelled the rugged road to Bethlehem with Joseph, the prophesy would … Continue reading
JUST A BABY BOY
He was just a little baby boy, but like no other one. He fussed and cried like babies do, but this was God’s own Son. People came to see the King and found Him in a place Unlike all other … Continue reading
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
WAKE UP!
The holiday season is filled with preparation in many ways. We often have a million things to do to get ready, but what are we preparing for? If we look at the original story of the coming of Jesus, His … Continue reading
A POWERFUL TYRANT
As a playwright, I find it helpful to get to know the characters involved in any dramatic setting. The story of Christmas is packed with many faceted characters who all fit the gigantic puzzle God was laying out for mankind. … Continue reading
ALL IN GOD’S TIMING
An empty cradle sat collecting dust in the quiet home of an elderly couple. Carved many years ago, by anxious hands – filled with soft blankets of lambs wool. Time passed and still the cradle remained empty. A sad scenario for many … Continue reading
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