Tag Archives: FAITH

LIGHT IN DARKNESS

His hand reached for the oil lamp in the darkness. He was enveloped in the deepest darkness he had ever experienced. He strained to see even a tiny glimpse of light – just a faint whisper – nothing. He groped, … Continue reading

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I’M SO TIRED

I posted this two years ago and find myself in the same position today.  When downsizing a house and getting rid of the clutter, I realize that I’ve actually been doing this for quite some time. Some things never change.  We … Continue reading

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NOTHING CAN SEPARATE US

ORIGINALLY POSTED ON ATIMETOSHARE.ME ON 6/21/14 I came across this passage today and it made me think of how this life is so uncertain.  We can share relationships and friendships – hardships and loss – joys and successes, but all those … Continue reading

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IN THE EYE OF THE BEHOLDER

“The artist is a receptacle for emotions that come from all over the place: from the sky, from the earth, from a scrap of paper, from a passing shape, from a spider’s web.” Pablo Picasso An artist has the ability … Continue reading

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WHY ARE WE SURPRISED

ORIGINALLY POSTED ON THE ISAIAH 53:5 PROJECT BY KATHY BOECHER 6-13-16 Have we become so glossed over – so apathetic – so politically correct, that we can’t see this coming?  A man on the Homeland Security watch list commits mass … Continue reading

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WEEDS

We have a huge hill in our front yard.  When we first moved into our house 24 years ago, we still possessed the vigor of youth.  Each week my husband would get out the lawn mower and tackle that hill.  … Continue reading

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HEAVY LOAD

Have you ever had days when you feel you just can’t carry another load?  Do you feel overwhelmed by the burdens you’ve laid upon yourself?  When Jesus invites us to come to Him for rest, He isn’t just talking about our … Continue reading

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THE SHADOW OF DEATH

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER© Our lives on earth are temporal – a whisper hushed and still, We’re placed here by the Father’s hand and through His mighty will, He guides us through the depths of pain, He takes our … Continue reading

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OVERLOAD

This has been quite a week.  We’re in the midst of a garage sale, downsizing our living space, getting rid of a lot of unnecessary clutter in our life and looking forward to more organization in our lives.  Add to … Continue reading

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OMNIPRESENT GOD

The idea that someone can be in all  places at the same time, defies reason  but then again, so does a virgin birth, resurrection from death, the triune God and just about everything having to do with Christianity.  There is … Continue reading

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SSSHHHHH!

Sure, the Bible says, “be still and know that I am God.”  I know that, but the world is spinning out of control.  The main focus of the news today has to do with which bathrooms are acceptable to use, … Continue reading

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WHITEWASHED

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER© The white picket fence has seen better days, a bucket of whitewash will do, To cover the shadows and darkness of life, to make it look better and new, But time once again will take over … Continue reading

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KATHY RANT

There are times when Maxine has wisdom beyond her years.  Good heavens, did I really say that?  I must be about the same age so I guess I’m allowed to express my opinion occasionally.  Lately I’ve found myself sitting down … Continue reading

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BUMPS IN THE ROAD

So, you’ve got it all figured out, do you?  You’ve made a blueprint for your life and expect everything to fall into place.  You begin to put things into action and suddenly reality sets in. Your child needs braces – the … Continue reading

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DAY BY DAY

There are days when we simply wonder if we will be able to make it through.  This hymn gives strength in those moments. 1 Day by day and with each passing moment, Strength I find to meet my trials here; … Continue reading

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SCURVY DOGS

Yesterday ended an eight week after school program of drama enrichment.  Nine kids ranging from 2nd to 4th grade showed off their acting skills to their classmates and parents.  Working with children has always been a blessing for me, but … Continue reading

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TRANSITION

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© A haze entrenched sky sheds a minute amount of light upon the river’s edge, Capturing reflections, dispersing shadows, displaying an array of natural color, The houseboat has been idle for months, frozen in a mass of crystal … Continue reading

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MY ROCK

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER© A fortress carved from stone, stands rigidly against raging waters, A refuge from the relentless waves threatening to intrude, God alone has created that place, Cut through the massive rock with His finger, Each pebble blasted … Continue reading

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HOLD ME TIGHT

Each day of our lives has already been planned according to a divine plan – God has it all figured out – He’s got our back – He’s got our future in the palm of His hand.  We naturally want … Continue reading

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ANOTHER TIME, ANOTHER PLACE

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© A cobblestone path, a house made of mortar and brick, With shutters to shade, open windows to cool, The doors were not locked, its light was a lone candlestick, A fire to cook on and … Continue reading

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