Tag Archives: encouragement
NO PLACE TO HIDE
As a performer, I have had to assume many characters. In so doing, I’m hiding my real identity behind a mask for a time and can be judged for the part I play rather than the person I really am. … Continue reading
MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS
I was engaged to a man named, Joseph. Our marriage was planned long before we even knew each other. Both of us were from the lineage of King David, but those days of glory were long gone for our people. … Continue reading
A MOTHER AFFECTED BY THE PRAYERS OF HER HUSBAND
My name is Hephzibah, which means “my delight is in her.” This same name would be assigned to Zion by the prophet, Isaiah. My husband, Hezekiah, was a great king in the line of Judah. He was a very just man, … Continue reading
TAKE A TIME OUT
In my day, a time out required sitting in a corner, facing the wall and thinking about the naughty thing I had done. It followed my bad behavior and a spanking. It wasn’t really called a time out. It was referred to as … Continue reading
PERSISTENT MOTHER
I came from a long line of military men. My father, Eliam was one of David’s mightiest soldiers. My grandfather, one of David’s trusted advisors. It was only natural that I would marry into that lifestyle. I loved my husband, … Continue reading
COME, THOU LONG EXPECTED JESUS
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Live in my heart forever, Lord. Light up a darkened world. Bestow on us your gift of love, through Jesus, Christ our Lord, A peace that lasts forever- A light that always shines, He will … Continue reading
WHAT DO I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS?
We started this year with a total re-evaluation of our lives when my husband experienced a small stroke last December. Where was our focus? What mattered in our life? Why were we working so hard? Why were we living in a house … Continue reading
HOW FAITH SAVED THIS MOTHER
We knew it was inevitable. This nation, called Israel had become massive in size and even our walls might not hold them back. We all began to wonder when we saw this mighty populous camping at the base of … Continue reading
AWAY IN A MANGER
Anyone who has given birth knows that a baby usually arrives when it’s ready, not when we are. There wasn’t any place to go. No rooms were left in the inn. I can picture the innkeeper, up to his ears … Continue reading
BITTER OR BETTER
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I was recently reminded that our attitude often needs an adjustment. The bitter things in life, Sadness, Illness, Loneliness, Trials Indifference, All lead to, Anger, Frustration, Fear, Emptiness, But when our hearts are … Continue reading
WHY GO TO CHURCH?
“The True Church can never fail. For it is based upon a rock.” T.S. ELIOT, The Hippopotamus Today I am staying home from church. The wind chill in Minnesota is currently -26 degrees. I know that’s a poor excuse for … Continue reading
NECESSARY MOTHER
You’ve undoubtedly heard of my father-in-law, Judah. He was the fourth son of Jacob. His line would eventually produce the birth of David, the ancestor of the Messiah. He was one of Joseph’s brothers. I’m sure you’ve heard of him as well. Quite … Continue reading
WHAT LOVE IS THIS?
A child is born – it happens every day. But when our Lord, Savior, Messiah, Baby, Jesus, King, Emerged from Mary’s womb, lt was more than extraordinary, God chose to come to us, to live among us, to be human … Continue reading
SARAH – MOTHER OF NATIONS
You can’t imagine what it was like. I was scorned by friends and neighbors. My husband even made me feel responsible for my not producing an heir – a bloodline which would eventually lead to the birth of the Messiah. … Continue reading
FACEBOOK TEST
Every once in a while I take one of those Facebook tests. Today I came upon one that is suppose to be a quote which will define your life in the coming year. Of course we can’t determine our future. … Continue reading
IN A LOWLY MANGER
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You could have come in glory, in purple robes and crown, You chose a life of poverty instead, Your bed was once a feeding trough, your palace now a barn, A perfect place … Continue reading
A CHILL IN THE AIR
Winter has officially arrived in my neck of the woods with the snow filled skies opening on our “new” old house. I love the frosty, fluffy, white stuff as long as I don’t have to go anywhere. The fresh blanket … Continue reading
RICHEST TREASURE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I once in poverty did lay, my heart was full of need, You came and took my sins away and now I’m rich indeed, You gave your richest treasure – your one … Continue reading
LESSONS OF THE SEASON
This Christmas season is filled with new lessons , even for an old ladu. I used to have a fireplace mantel in my old house. My “new” old house didn’t come with one, so I had to do a … Continue reading
WINTER WARMTH
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Majestic pines, remain fresh and green, A light dusting of snow tickles their branches, Glistening like diamonds across the once lush landscape, Within that icy mass, brilliance pours forth, Color still … Continue reading
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