Tag Archives: forgiveness
ZACCHAEUS WAS A WEE, LITTLE MAN
He was the chief tax collector of Jericho. He was also a descendant of Abraham. His own people despised him because tax collectors were considered corrupt as well as traitors to their own people. Zacchaeus was also short – very … Continue reading
PETER’S MOTHER-IN-LAW
“And when Jesus entered Peter’s house, he saw his mother-in-law lying sick with a fever.” Matthew 8:14 Jesus had chosen Peter to be His first disciple and obviously had a special connection with him – so much so, that He … Continue reading
OUTSIDE THE BOX JESUS
It was the hottest point of the day, when the Samaritan woman came to draw water from Jacob’s well. Most likely she was trying to avoid the other woman who came to gather water in the coolness of morning. Those … Continue reading
THROUGH THE DARKNESS
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Through the darkness and the shadows, God is with me all the way, Even when the road is cluttered, with the cares of every day, When I’m lonely or downhearted, fears surround … Continue reading
ASH WEDNESDAY
In Luke 22, where I left off on my Advent study, we find the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. It begins with the preparation for the Passover meal, continues as Judas betrays the Son of God, Peter … Continue reading
IT’S TIME FOR FORGIVENESS
Anger, frustration, feeling used, being abused, broken hearted, struggling, hatred – all words to describe what many are feeling these days. For several years our nation has been divided politically to the point of breaking up families and friends. More … Continue reading
HE’S ALWAYS THERE
We go through life with goals that seem insurmountable, only to find we’ve already obtained them. We look at what our friends, neighbors or co-workers have and covetousness might fill our hearts. We sometimes desire that which is way beyond … Continue reading
LUKE 17 – FORGIVENESS, FAITH, COMPASSION & END TIMES
READ LUKE 17 Isn’t it wonderful to be forgiven by God? All of our sins have been paid for by the sacrifice made on the cross. Our redemption was made evident when Christ overcame death and gave us the promise … Continue reading
LUKE 11 – THE LORD’S PRAYER
READ LUKE 11 Prayer was part of Jesus daily living as a human being. Luke is the writer who discusses this fact the most in his gospel writing. Prayer was important to Jesus. He would often escape to a quiet … Continue reading
“I’M NOT A CROOK!”
The word STEAL has many meanings. The obvious one is to take something from another person which you have no right to. Over time it has been associated with thievery, identity theft, stealing a kiss, a base, a scene, an … Continue reading
LOVE YOUR ENEMIES
One of the most difficult commandments from Jesus during His time on this planet is for us to love our enemies. Of course it’s easy to love those who love us in return, but those who hate us and hurt … Continue reading
THE DEPTH OF SIN
A tangled snare begins quite small, but quickly grows either into a thing of beauty or it takes advantage of other living things to sustain itself. Beneath the surface it worms it’s way through the fertile soil and takes hold … Continue reading
THE PLANK IN MY EYE
As a follower of Christ it is not my job to judge others. I know that I am a sinner just like everyone else. My sin is as great as that of Jack the Ripper, a member of ISIS, Judas, … Continue reading
WHAT’S GOOD ABOUT IT?
There doesn’t seem to be anything good about Good Friday. The streets were lined with an angry mob demanding the death of three men. Two deserved to die, the other didn’t. Hidden in that crowd were a few of Jesus’ followers, … Continue reading
THE COMPANY WE KEEP
READ LUKE 15:11-32 Jesus was a great story teller. His stories held His audience captive, because they could easily relate. His audience consisted of every day people like you and me. His critics were also among them. These fellows were on … Continue reading
NO MATTER HOW GREAT OR SMALL
I measured in at five feet tall, during may last medical exam. I’m short. I’m also a sinner, just like the little man that couldn’t wait to see the Messiah. Like all sinners, waiting to get a look at the … Continue reading
COME CLOSER
Holding my breath in wild anticipation, I come to you prepared for the best, You reach out to me with loving arms, Your enfold me, You protect, You cover me, You fill me with love unending, Come closer, Let me … Continue reading
SHE TOUCHED HIS HEM
Read Mark 5:25-34 For twelve years she ‘d carried the burden of her disease. Not only was she wasting away because of the loss of blood she shed each day, but her finances were being eaten away as well. She … Continue reading
I’M SO SORRY!
For I eat ashes like bread and mingle tears with my drink, because of your indignation and anger; for you have taken me up and thrown me down. My days are like an evening shadow; I wither away like grass. PSALM … Continue reading
AFRAID OR STANDING IN AWE?
I don’t deserve God’s forgiveness and the promise of eternal life. When I look back on my 76 years of living, all I can see is one failure after another. Who am I to be given such mercy? When … Continue reading
