Tag Archives: encouragement
THE END!
OK it wasn’t the best movie ever, but the title was catchy. The funniest part about “The End,” was when Burt Reynolds tried to make a deal with God – promising to give Him a certain percentage of his income … Continue reading
EDIFICE
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A strong, imposing building stands firmly on the ground, Composed of brick and mortar, protected all around, A canopy of trees provides a strong yet gentle bastion, Though crafted well and made to last, … Continue reading
CONSCIENCE
Conscience is defined by Webster as an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one’s behavior. Martin Luther spoke of his conscience as being captive to the Word of God and that he … Continue reading
ON FIRE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Clouds laced with a rim of gold, Woven with threads of red and purple, It bursts into a tapestry of majesty. As the sun ascends over distant mountains, A precious fabric, designed by the King of … Continue reading
CONTENTMENT
New hydrangea bush, planted yesterday – still blooming and so am I. “Revenge, lust, ambition, pride, and self-will are too often exalted as the gods of man’s idolatry; while holiness, peace, contentment, and humility are viewed as unworthy of a … Continue reading
RIVER RENDEZVOUS
ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The morning mist lingers upon the remaining blades of grass, A stillness covers the surface of the mirror-like water, Reflections of the city lights dance across it, We walk side by … Continue reading
STOP, ALREADY!
I imagine we’ll be hearing all kinds of stuff about Donald Trump this week. This whole political season has been so predictable and childish. It’s about time we stop talking about Trump’s alleged hatred of women and Hillary’s emails. Let’s … Continue reading
THE WORD WILL REMAIN
As a historical event, reformation isn’t anything new. Changes occur all the time, but the Lutheran reformation occurred at just the perfect time in history. With the invention of the Gutenberg printing press, mass production of the Bible could be placed in the hands … Continue reading
LITTLE BOXES
Right now I’m up to my ear lobes in boxes of all sizes. Actually I’m doing much better than I was. Last week they were over my head. I thought we’d downsized, but guess what? We’re going to have to … Continue reading
THE SINGING CHURCH
“Beautiful music is the art of the prophets that can calm the agitations of the soul; it is one of the most magnificent and delightful presents God has given us.” Martin Luther One lovely result of the Protestant Reformation was … Continue reading
TIME FOR REFORMATION
In a way we’re faced with a similar dilemma to what Martin Luther encountered almost 500 years ago before the reformation of the church. He was troubled by the conflicting teachings, the false doctrine, the malpractice and the inability for … Continue reading
SHORT & SWEET
You probably won’t be hearing much from me for the next few weeks. I’m back at working with my public speaking team, after school drama and writing classes and unpacking. The last few months have been a whirlwind of activity … Continue reading
PRAISE GOD, WE’RE HOME😍
Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him all creature here below. Praise Hm above ye heavenly hosts. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. The move is over at last. Now, as my sister advises, it ill be a … Continue reading
MOVING DAY
Dear, Lord, You have seen us through many trials and joys in our married life. Today we are undertaking another chapter in the wonderful adventure you’ve created for us. We will need every ounce of energy, stamina and ability to … Continue reading
DIRT
I recall making mud pies, as a child. What fun it was holding wet dirt and molding it into round shapes and covering them with colored sugar. This feast for the dog was only made palatable because of the topping, and of … Continue reading
HIDDEN
Theater flat painted by Paul Boecher – Poetry by Kathy Boecher A city of blazing lights can cover all the ugliness of the other world, A world that lies beneath the bridge of deception, hate, fear and addiction, Underneath that hidden territory where … Continue reading
COLUMBUS DAY
Today you don’t hear much about Christopher Columbus other than it being another time for retailers to draw in business. This explorer, like many before and since, have had their life’s work corrupted over time. In 1492, much of the … Continue reading
THE END IS NEAR
THE HOUSE WE WILL BE MOVING INTO ON SATURDAY It’s been four years in the coming, but we are finally on the last leg of our move. I have resisted it, not only because of the work I knew would be … Continue reading
AUTUMN GLOW
Original art & poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher A lone kayak pierces its way through chilled morning waters, A final view of the majesty of summer days gone by, Each dip of the paddle sends a ripple effect across the glass … Continue reading
FEARFULLY, WONDERFULLY MADE
“The true work of art is but a shadow of the divine perfection.” Michelangelo When I look in the mirror first thing in the morning, I’m sad to say I don’t always like the reflection, but that’s just my vanity … Continue reading
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