Category Archives: Lent

PURVEYOR OF OILS & HERBS . . .

In Jesus’ time, there was little regard for women. The traditions and laws of the Jews were extremely hard on them. They were allowed to be in the Outer Court of the temple, so they could see and hear what … Continue reading

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THE SINLESS SON OF GOD . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today is the first Sunday of Lent. We’ll hear about the temptation of Christ after He had fasted for 40 days in the desert. The fact that He never succumbed to the lure … Continue reading

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ASHES, ASHES, WE ALL FALL DOWN . . .

Then Job answered the Lord and said: “I know that you can do all things,    and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted. ‘Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge?’Therefore I have uttered what I did not understand,    things too wonderful … Continue reading

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THE VILLAGE BLACKSMITH . . .

DAMIEN – THE BLACKSMITH I’m a Roman citizen. Roman soldiers were a commonplace on our streets. Even those of us who were considered part of the infrastructure of the city, were enslaved in a manner of speaking. The Romans taxed … Continue reading

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JESUS MY KING

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Our God is inconceivable in every aspect of life. He is the King of Creation, Lord of Lords, the One and only True God. His love is beyond our human comprehension. He … Continue reading

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LENT IS OVER – PALM SUNDAY IS NEAR

Don’t you just love Pinterest? Usually, my endeavors at making a spectacular table for Easter falls far short of the images you see in the first picture. The ideas always look so creative and seem like they would be easy, … Continue reading

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 20

MIRIAM & JOEL – A STABLE OWNER & HIS WIFE I am Miriam, the wife of a stable owner. My husband, Joel, owns a small herd of donkeys. We’re under the thumb of the Roman empire and must continue to … Continue reading

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 19

AHAVA – THE PROSTITUTE My name is Ahava, which means “love.” The work I do is devoid of love, but it brings in the necessary means to provide for my family. I am a prostitute. I began this journey at … Continue reading

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 18

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 16

This series is a grouping of fictional sketches of various characters Jesus might have met during His time on earth. Though these characters aren’t all real, they could have been. The story of Jesus’ ministry and time on earth is … Continue reading

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE- PART 15

When we approach the final days of life, our mind tends to wonder what it was all for. We aren’t the same as we once were. We experience physical pain and have endured emotional loss along the way. Our spiritual … Continue reading

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 14

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 THIRTEEN

LEVI – THE TAX COLLECTOR My name is Levi. My occupation has me right on the same level as prostitutes and traitors. In the eyes of my fellow Jews, I am nothing more than someone who sells his soul to … Continue reading

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WAITING FOR THE SON TO RISE . . .

ORIGINAL ART & P9OETRYBY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© His bruised and smitten body lay quiet in the grave, In His holy precious blood, the whole world He would save, There are no words to thank Him, to give love in … Continue reading

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MARCH MARCHES IN LIKE A LAMB

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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MY LORD AND KING

ART & POETRY  BY KATHY BOECHER You are my Lord and King. Without you I am lost.My praise to you I bring, for paying the great cost.You died upon the cross to save a wretch like me.You suffered pain and … Continue reading

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ON THE BACK OF A DONKEY

Before His birth, Jesus traveled on the back of a donkey. He was safely protected from the bumps and crevices on the rugged road. Tucked away in His mother’s womb, it wouldn’t be long and He’d be born to set … Continue reading

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DATELINE – MARCH 31

March 3`1st usually indicates the end of winter in my town, but this year, winter has decided to hang on indefinitely. Another winter storm is approaching with the possibility of 5″ to 8″ of new snow. We sort of get … Continue reading

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MRS. PILATE, THE DREAMER . . .

She’s known  as Claudia Procula and had a bit part in the Passion Story.  She had a disturbing dream regarding the accused blasphemer and self-professed King of the Jews.  It was real enough in her mind to go to her husband and  plead for … Continue reading

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BLIND BUT NOW I SEE . . .

Blindness in Jesus’ lifetime was quite common.  Actually blindness was a contagious disease carried by flies and the only way to avoid catching it was to stay away from those afflicted with it.    The hot desert sun would close … Continue reading

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