Tag Archives: FAITH
A BAZILLION DREAMS . . .
One of my favorite songs from “The Greatest Showman,” is “A Million Dreams.” The story of the famous P.T. Barnum is told through music, dance and a cast of many is one filled with dreams. Barnum looked nothing like Hugh … Continue reading
CARVING A PATH . . .
“As a single footstep will not make a path on the earth, so a single thought will not make a pathway in the mind. To make a deep physical path, we walk again and again. To make a deep mental … Continue reading
OCTOBER MUSINGS . . .
Here we are, into the first week of October – another month with 31 days, lots of festivities and pumpkins galore. My family celebrates three birthdays this month. Two of them, will reach a milestone of 80 while the other … Continue reading
SUNDAY PRAYER . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Dear, Lord, You have blessed me beyond compare this week. Through each day you’ve given me hope. In my waking and my sleeping you’ve covered me with your protection. You’ve given me another … Continue reading
WALKING THROUGH HELL . . .
ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Imagine what the early explorers of America thought when they reached what now is Yellowstone National Park. What would you think when seeing the paint pots of simmering smoke? Colors that … Continue reading
THANK YOU, LORD . . .
ART & INSPIRATION BY KATHY BOECHER Thank you, Lord, for giving me breath and life and for your gift of the Holy Spirit which has been working within me since my baptism. Each day you provide all that I need … Continue reading
HIDDEN . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & 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 sin abounds, There, … Continue reading
THE HARVEST . . .
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Like any gardener or farmer, I often grow impatient. I want to see results within days of my planting. I soon remember that in this blogging world of ours, there are many seeds … Continue reading
NEVER GIVE UP . . .
Why is it, that in a community of believers, there’s still room for the “put down?” Maybe because we’re human. Maybe because the devil is still allowed to roam the earth and tear away at the souls and hearts of … Continue reading
FINDING PEACE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This painting shows the change of season. We are still in the beginning stages of this transition, but soon all the foliage will lay helplessly on the floor of the forest. It will … Continue reading
MUSIC TO MY EARS . . .
“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 The Lutheran Reformation in Germany occurred at a … Continue reading
CHRISTIAN RESPONSIBILITY . . .
Being a Christian comes with responsibility. It doesn’t mean our lives won’t be without detours or bumps in the road. We’re told that we’ll have crosses to carry. We’re not guaranteed a life free from anxious moments, fear or even death. One … Continue reading
CREATION . . . GOD’S MASTERPIECE . . .
This gallery of art by Paul Boecher shows an assortment of elements of nature – trees, water, air, change, seasons, beauty and God’s presence. As we begin the next season, we see all those things surrounding us. Beautiful colors invade … Continue reading
THE ROAD HOME . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This little house in the woods isn’t much, but to those who dwell within it, it means safety, happiness, trials, love and family. All the obstacles put in our way during this … Continue reading
SUNDAY PRAYER . . .
ART& INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Paul always had a sketchbook handy, especially when he was on a walk in the woods or driving through a wildlife refuge. His love of God’s creation spoke loudly through his art. To … Continue reading
HOLD ME CLOSE, LORD . . .
“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should … Continue reading
ON 09/10/2001 – WHO KNEW . . .
For Throwback Thursday, I am reposting this piece, written three years ago. 25 years have passed since the terrorist attack of 09/11/2001. We must never forget what happened within the skies, in the streets, in the buildings and the hearts … Continue reading
SIT WITH ME A WHILE, LORD . . .
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER My daughter, Amy, is still in the hospital. She is getting better but will have an additional procedure today to stabilize her. Prayers are appreciated for her complete recovery. Days of longest waiting make me yearn … Continue reading
WALK WITH ME, LORD . . .
Walk with me, Lord, Jesus. Hold your hand in mine. Protect the ones who love you, and your truth divine. Help me through the tough times, give me peace of mind, Clear malicious thoughts I have. Your faithfulness to find. … Continue reading
PICKING UP THE PIECES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting is filled with so much activity and chaos. Our lives are often that way. Out of control and full of clutter. Paul often told a story with his paintings. In … Continue reading
