Category Archives: Jesus

WHY DO WE NEED JESUS?

Posted on March 26, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

It’s easy to see why we need someone to rescue us from the ugliness which has covered the world.  Identity theft has run amok – human slavery still exists as children are sold into prostitution – morality is at an all-time low – everything except … Continue reading →

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WHY DO WE CELEBRATE HOLY WEEK?

Posted on March 25, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday, we celebrated the final entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem. He was honored with shouts of “Hosanna,” as he rode in on a donkey. In a matter of days, the crowd would turn on Him and chant, “Crucify Him, crucify … Continue reading →

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 18

Posted on March 20, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

HANNAH – WEAVER OF HOMESPUN GARMENTS Psalm 22:18 “they divide my garments among them,    and for my clothing they cast lots.” My family has survived because our men are shepherds and the women spin the wool from the sheep to create … Continue reading →

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 14

Posted on March 14, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

MARCUS – A ROMAN JAILER I served as a jailer in the prison of Jerusalem. Prisoners were chained and locked up and likely would spend the rest of their lives in jail. Most would say I had an easy life, … Continue reading →

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART TEN

Posted on March 8, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

OVADYA – A SLAVE Slavery in my time was like a last resort for most. Those who had special talents or abilities had better lives to look forward to. Imagine, standing on an auction block, waiting for the highest bid … Continue reading →

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MARCH MARCHES IN LIKE A LAMB

Posted on March 2, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

So much going on in the merry month of March. It’s a good thing it contains so many days. In March, our family celebrates many birthdays. The month also brings St. Patrick’s Day, where everyone becomes Irish for a day. … Continue reading →

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JESUS, LEAD US THROUGH THE SHADOWS. . .

Posted on February 4, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Our world is full of tragic news and difficult decisions. We struggle to find good in all the strife and dark divisions. The devil uses all these things to tug within our … Continue reading →

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CLEANING OUT THE CLOSET

Posted on January 30, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

We often work too hard and might forget that life is too short not to enjoy the time we have. We place stock in the accumulation of things – the blessings from God – the special remembrances. When it’s time to … Continue reading →

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WE ALL NEED JESUS! PART TWO

Posted on January 14, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday, I started a series on how important Jesus is for all of us. It actually was to be one post, but I got a little carried away, which happens to me often these days. Through all the stages of our lives, … Continue reading →

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WE ALL NEED JESUS! – PART ONE

Posted on January 14, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

John 3:18 ESV ”Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.” The lovely picture associated with this post was found on … Continue reading →

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BEST FRIENDS FOREVER . . .

Posted on January 10, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

As I review my life, I can’t help but think about the many friends have had through these past 81 years. I remember the name of my very first best friend. It was Mary Beth O’Neill. She was the first Catholic I’d ever … Continue reading →

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COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

Posted on December 22, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Final exams are done.  It’s time for a well-deserved Christmas break for students and teachers.  The excitement for the big day is growing.  People scurry about looking for the perfect Christmas gifts and carols are filling churches across the country. Christmas … Continue reading →

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DO WE MATTER?

Posted on December 20, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

In these days leading up to Christmas, there are many out there suffering greatly with depression. All the hub-bub of the holidays can often add to that. The world is so focused on not offending others, that we might think that our … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMAS PRESENT 3 – IGNORANCE & WANT

Posted on December 18, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

“The Christmas Carol,” by Charles Dickens seems to resonate from generation to generation. It is filled with ghosts, memories, poverty, illness, ignorance and want. Dickens was speaking from experience as he wrote this story of a stingy old man named Ebenezer … Continue reading →

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THE LITTLE SHEPHERD BOY

Posted on December 16, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

A SHORT STORY BY KATHY BOECHER It was an amazing night of wonder and miracles. The little shepherd boy hugged the little lamb in his arms as he looked at the tiny baby in a manger. How could it be? … Continue reading →

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EMMANUEL – GOD WITH US . . .

Posted on December 15, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

“GOD WITH US” By Kathy Boecher The world in pain and trouble lay, temptation all around, But in a lowly feeding trough. a Savior could be found, Born of a virgin, meek and mild and God’s own precious Son, He … Continue reading →

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NO ROOM FOR JESUS?

Posted on December 12, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

The innkeeper is never mentioned in the Bible, but we can assume there was one since Luke says there was no room at the inn.   If this were a theatrical production, we’d call on a minor character to add some dramatic … Continue reading →

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I DON’T WANT TO BE A SHEEP

Posted on December 11, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

I’ve had the opportunity to direct several Christmas pageants over the years and one thing is for sure. No one wants to be a sheep. Sheep are stubborn – they stray from the flock and get in trouble – they … Continue reading →

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JOSEPH, A MAN OF FAITH & HONOR

Posted on December 5, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Nazareth was an insignificant small-town set in the hill country just a few miles from the Sea of Galilee. It had a population of about 400 people who were mostly Jewish in heritage. Everyone knew everyone else. Any news would … Continue reading →

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ANGELS AMONG US . . .

Posted on December 4, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

This time of year is filled with lights of all kinds – festive events – beautiful choral music – gifts – anticipation – excitement – stories – and angels. The Bible talks about angels being present from the beginning of … Continue reading →

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