Tag Archives: FAITH

RACHEL, THE WEDDING PLANNER . . .

Posted on February 17, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

The young couple had just finished the ritual of marriage. Weddings in Cana were nothing to sneeze at. The party could last for seven days or more, so this could mean considerable expense for the family. It was a social … Continue reading →

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MAHALA, THE LEPER – OUTCAST . . .

Posted on February 16, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

I was only a young man when the dreaded disease began to take over my body. Prior to that horrible time in my life, I had been strong and healthy. People looked up to me. I was honored by many … Continue reading →

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HADAR, THE POTTER . . .

Posted on February 15, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday, as it was nearing the end of the day, a golden glow filled the city streets. I had always loved watching the sun make its final departure. The sky was filled with mauve, gold and silver. Beams from the … Continue reading →

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TWO SHALL BECOME ONE . . .

Posted on February 15, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The trumpeter swans in the painting are usually seen together in pairs. When one lands on a pond for sustenance and a quick swim, the other is sure to be there in … Continue reading →

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JEREMIAH, A HOMELESS CHILD . . .

Posted on February 14, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

I made a habit of running away. It was the only way I could feel alive. My father deserted his family and my mother wanted nothing to do with me. She said I was just a constant reminder of my … Continue reading →

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A BLIND MAN SEES . . .

Posted on February 13, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

The story of Bartimaeus is written in the New Testament book of Mark. This is a man who was blind from birth. He was rejected by the mainstream not only for the curse that overtook his life, but that he … Continue reading →

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A GIRL NAMED HADASSAH

Posted on February 12, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Where I live, women- especially young ones, are treated as inferior. Their main purpose in life is to be enslaved by their male counterparts, produce children and be keepers of the household. It isn’t much different being part of a … Continue reading →

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SECONDHAND WITNESS – CALEB

Posted on February 9, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

My home is near the small town of Bethlehem. It is noted for the many sheep that roam across the land in search of greener pastures. The life of a shepherd might be considered by some as one of the … Continue reading →

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A WITNESS . . . NATHANIAL

Posted on February 8, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

This a fictional series of stories, based on the history of the Bible along with historical writings about the time when Jesus walked on the earth. These characters represent the melting pot of people who made their living in various … Continue reading →

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THE YEARS IN BETWEEN . . .

Posted on February 7, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The season of Lent will soon be upon us, with the celebration of Ash Wednesday on February 18th. The word “Lent,” is derived from an old English word “Lencten,” which pertains to … Continue reading →

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THE LITTLE BOY SHE CARRIED . . .

Posted on February 6, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

(FROM MARY’S POINT OF V IEW) We made the arduous trip to Jerusalem each year for the Passover celebration. Our family with many other relatives formed a caravan of sorts and traveled over rough terrain to pay homage to our … Continue reading →

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THE FINGER OF GOD . . .

Posted on February 5, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER His hand controls the planets, the stars, the moons and sun He made them for the pleasure of each and every one, He separated earth from sky, made lakes and streams and … Continue reading →

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MYSTERIOUS . . .

Posted on February 1, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Happy February! Another page to turn on the calendar and thoughts of love abound. The painting I’m showing today is a mysterious look at a cliff-lined river right after sunrise. The contrast … Continue reading →

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SATURDAY REFLECTIONS . . .

Posted on January 31, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

I became a mom when I turned 24. I was blessed to experience the same feelings two more times. Parenting has taught me so many lessons about things I thought I knew when I was that age. How to forgive … Continue reading →

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REDEMPTION . . .

Posted on January 28, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Through the cobwebs of existence – through the darkness of our strife – Through the dankness of our sinfulness and wickedness of life Through the deepest, darkest pits of hell and the helplessness … Continue reading →

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HIS WORD IS TRUTH . . .

Posted on January 27, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Those of us who call ourselves writers, cannot compete with the oldest book in time. There is nothing like it. It’s the inspired Word of the One who created time and eternity. It’s His Spirit being penned by human hands. … Continue reading →

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DARKENED SUN BEAMS . . .

Posted on January 25, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER In this watercolor painting by Paul, you can see the use of various sizes and shapes of brushes which he used to create lines, surfaces, contrast and rays of light. With very … Continue reading →

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CLOTHED IN ICE . . .

Posted on January 24, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

“In our world too, a stable had something inside it that was bigger than our whole world.” (spoken by Lucy) C.S. Lewis “The Chronicles of Nania” ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The painting I’ve chosen for today … Continue reading →

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THE JOY IS IN THE GIVING . . .

Posted on January 22, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

O.K. enough of this gloom and doom stuff. The last few days my posts have reflected my feelings. Most of these words were not meant to bring people down. There’s enough of that in the news. Unfortunately, reality isn’t great … Continue reading →

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DAYS OF OUR LIVES . . .

Posted on January 21, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Betty White had a long life, filled with trials and loss. She also was a funny lady who appeared as the naïve lady from Minnesota who always tried to find the best in every situation. Her dimpled smile made us … Continue reading →

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