Tag Archives: encouragement

TAPPING YOUR POTENTIAL

Posted on January 3, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

   When you’re a student and your being encouraged to make it into a great college and your grades don’t meet up to the standards, you might think your dream will never come true. You may even go to extreme … Continue reading →

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THE STORM OF THE DECADE

Posted on January 2, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

Remnants of carved Jack-O-Lanterns hidden by a blanket of snow.  Little trick or treaters tucked into their beds as folks pushed shovels to stay ahead of the storm.  The blizzard of October 31, 1991 buried Minneapolis in more than 2 feet of fresh … Continue reading →

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Posted on January 1, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Birds cannot fly unless they open their wings.  How much more are we capable of if we just try?  For the next 365 days we have that many chances to open our wings and fly.

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KEEP ON TRUCKING

Posted on January 1, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

A story begins – we’re introduced to the characters – see their goals and failed attempts at reaching them – get involved in what happens next.  With the turn of each page, we see the mistakes they make, root for them to … Continue reading →

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NOTHING HAPPENS BY CHANCE

Posted on December 29, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Posted on December 28, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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WINTER

Posted on December 27, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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WHO IS THIS CHILD?

Posted on December 27, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Posted on December 26, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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.

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THE LONG AWAITED SAVIOR

Posted on December 24, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Posted on December 23, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Posted on December 21, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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.

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NOT AN ORDINARY BABY

Posted on December 21, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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HOW MAJESTIC IS YOUR NAME

Posted on December 18, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

   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 →

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JUST A BABY BOY

Posted on December 17, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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I CAN’T WAIT

Posted on December 14, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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AND IT CAME TO PASS . . .

Posted on December 12, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Posted on December 11, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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?

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ANTICIPATION

Posted on December 9, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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ADVENT

Posted on December 8, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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