Tag Archives: forgiveness
“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 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
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
HOW ARE THOSE RESOLUTIONS WORKING FOR YOU?
Sad, but true, most of us make resolutions to change our lives in some way or another, only to fall victim to the same bad habits within a day or two. In some ways, it’s kind of like our relationship … Continue reading
THE TEN SUGGESTIONS?
When we observe all that’s going on in this world, and especially the obscene state of affairs in our own country, it’s easy to say God’s commandments are outdated or not useful anymore. The law of our land requires penalties … Continue reading
ATONEMENT
Yom Kippur began yesterday at sunset and will end today at nightfall. The Jewish calendar notes this day as the holiest of days. It’s a time of fasting, worship and confession. In Old Testament times, a sacrifice accompanied the celebration. A perfect, unblemished … Continue reading
SECRETS & LIES
In our world today, I think you would have to possess nerves of steel – be completely into yourself – believe you’re above reproach – have a spotless past – and possess a bit of insanity, to enter the political arena today. The … Continue reading
THE DARKNESS OF SIN
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You beckon me before your throne. I have no plea to give. My sins are far too many. I don’t deserve to live, But still you call to me. You tell me it’s all right, … Continue reading
SATURDAY THOUGHTS
In a world confused about morality, conscience and sin, we’re faced with a real dilemma. The evil of this world has slowly deteriorated to the point of obliterating the truth of God. Our inability to accept the word “sin” has … Continue reading
BLAH, BLAH, BLAH!
Our house has been pretty free of the morning, noon and evening news for the past month or two. It’s been a refreshing change. There’s something about the news that puts us into a bad mood. There’s so much of … Continue reading
MY DAD
My dad lived through the depression. He was the father figure in a fatherless home. He was a hard worker from the get go. He spent his grown up years working in a factory and tending bar to make ends … Continue reading
SUNDAY BLESSINGS
Sunday is noted as the first day of the week on our calendars. It’s also the last day of the weekend. To most Christians, it is a day of worship and rest. My oldest grandson even used that as an … Continue reading
TRY TO REMEMBER
A song from a sweet little musical, “The Fantasticks,”tells the story of a girl and boy who fall in love, but they are neighbors and their fathers have been involved in a feud for some time. A wall separates their … Continue reading
ONCE LOST, NOW FOUND
ART & POETRY FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A town was once alive and bustling with activity, Abandoned, but still built on solid ground, We trudge through time with hearts held in captivity, Our walk in life may keep us earthly bound, But when … Continue reading
WHAT LIES WITHIN?
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© We can try, but we can’t hide from God’s eyes. He knows us inside and out, No matter where we go, He is there, We can go to the darkest places and … Continue reading
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