Tag Archives: encouragement
NOTHING HAPPENS BY CHANCE
As we wind down another year, our natural tendency is to look back at the mistakes we made – the goals we missed – the lost opportunities – the habits we didn’t break. We look forward to a clean slate and … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT
Original art by Paul T. Boecher © Soon this leaf cluttered green turned to the white of winter, bringing the solace of an icy, glimmering peace. We live life fully in the spring and rage through the heat of summer. Each season has its … Continue reading
WINTER
Original Art “SNOW” by Paul T. Boecher© The sun sprinkles a handful of fairy dust upon clinging icicles. Each one hangs on for dear life hoping that tomorrow the thermometer allows them to dwindle a bit, but in reality that … 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
RANDOM THOUGHT
Original Art by Paul T. Boecher, “WINTER”© A fresh coating of snow is a great reminder of how God washes the darkness of sin from our hearts. His blood makes us whiter than snow.
THE LONG AWAITED SAVIOR
He didn’t come in glory on that first Christmas Day. His palace was a lowly place. His bed was made of hay. His servants were the angels, the shepherds came to pray. The Magi came from far away their richest … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© The Tree of Life was God’s gift to Adam and Eve guaranteeing eternal life. They were told not to eat of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, but they disobeyed God and … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT
Original Art by Paul T. Boecher© There was no room for the child to be born in the inn. Is there room in our hearts for Him today? Open the door.
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
HOW MAJESTIC IS YOUR NAME
ORIGINAL ART – “MAJESTY” by PAUL T. BOECHER© Oil on canvas 28″ x 22″ I imagine this is what Moses witnessed as he stood at the foot of Mt. Sinai. God’s glory inhabited that place especially at that moment … 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
I CAN’T WAIT
I have a real problem with patience. It all started when I was a child at this time of the year and it seemed an eternity until Christmas. I have to admit, I sneaked a peek a time or two and … Continue reading
AND IT CAME TO PASS . . .
Caesar Augustus reigned as emperor of the Roman Empire during a time of relative peace and prosperity – The Pax Romana. Many beautiful buildings were erected during this time. Old traditions were brought back and people also looked forward to … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT
Original Art “CREATION” by Paul Boecher© If God can create order out of chaos, why do we wait until the last minute to ask Him for help?
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
ADVENT
The process of having a child is an exciting time. A new life growing within a young mom stirs all kinds of emotions. One moment you’re thrilled with the prospect – the next second you’re fearful of the role you will … 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
RANDOM THOUGHT
FDR said in his inaugural address, “We have nothing to fear, but fear itself.” I believe that fear is simply a wound. If we allow it to fester it can kills us. If we consider its source we can overcome it with … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT
We ask for a sign, we hope for a clear answer, we pray and still no clarity – and yet the truth is right before our eyes. We are in the middle of a war – not a war we … 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
