Tag Archives: Hope

WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS

“We all face storms in life. Some are more difficult than others, but we all go through trials and tribulation. That’s why we have the gift of faith.” Joyce Meyer Every step we take on this journey called life has … Continue reading

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THE GREAT EXPERIMENT – AMERICA

George Washington referred to the United States as a “grand experiment” on January 9, 1790. It was an experiment, that’s for sure, but the results changed government, people’s rights, their points of view and their ability to be free of … Continue reading

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AMERICA – THE BEAUTIFUL

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Where is God?Look around you at the churning of the deep, blue waters,Reflecting and refracting the rays from the sun,Feel His presence in the wind that drives those waves,Take in the … Continue reading

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SHROUDED IN MYSTERY

The image I’ve chosen for today’s post is almost an exact replica of what I’m viewing outside my window this morning. The words that are attached to it, are indicative of what I’m feeling this morning. When you’re waiting for … Continue reading

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SUNDAY PRAYER

DEAR. SWEET, JESUS, Thank you for another day. Amen!

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WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS . . .

“Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You. In God (I will praise His word), In God I have put my trust;I will not fear. What can flesh do to me? All day they twist my words; All their thoughts are against … Continue reading

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SHARING YOUR STORY

Often when we share things going on in our lives, our words are unwanted or ignored. When we’re suffering through some sort of difficulty, whether it be financial, emotional, dealing with illness, a broken relationship, people don’t necessarily want to … Continue reading

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GOD’S TEARS

Be still, sad heart, and cease repining;Behind the clouds is the sun still shining;Thy fate is the common fate of all,Into each life some rain must fall,Some days must be dark and dreary.” Longfellow The last verse of Longfellow’s poem … Continue reading

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DOING LIFE TOGETHER

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER We come to the weekend with great expectations. There are projects to complete. There are friendships to share – time to unwind from all the pressures of the last few days – … Continue reading

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WORDLESS

What happens when a word spinner runs out of words?  Each day I wake with the hope of sharing God’s truth with others and I often find myself at times struggling for the appropriate thing to talk about.  This world is … Continue reading

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A FULL-FLEDGED LIFE SAVER

As this week has progressed and we’ve become slaves to the health care system, I can’t help but think about the One who saves us all. We put our faith in the professionals when it comes to fixing our cars … Continue reading

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LIFE OUT OF ASHES

POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© There are places we simply crave to be, Serene, comfortable places where we can find solitude, Tightly clinging to the quietness of alone time, Away from the clamor of everyday life, Isolated, apart from others, in your … Continue reading

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WHAT A WEEKEND!

My family means everything to me. This past weekend was filled with high emotions, tears, love and family – which can be overwhelming – but through it, I saw strength, faith, love, respect, honor and so much more. It was … Continue reading

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FRIDAY IS A STATE OF MIND

Well, here it is Friday. The end of the work week. The beginning of the weekend and then it’s back to the same old same old. Or is it? What did you accomplish this week? I got up this morning … Continue reading

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THROW BACK THURSDAY – ORGANIZED CHAOS

SINCE TODAY IS THROW BACK THURSDAY, I’M DOING A RERUN OF ONE ORGINALLY WRITTEN ON 5/11/17 As we travel this road called life, we will encounter chaos.  It is not the way God intended our path to be. He created … Continue reading

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MONDAY MUSINGS

It’s Monday again. The only reason I know that is because yesterday was Sunday and the third Sunday in a row, we’ve been able to attend church in person. Getting the week started has always depended on that event. Physically … Continue reading

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WHEN WORDS AREN’T ENOUGH

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When the words you speak don’t cut it, when the pen can’t write them down, When you depend on other things to repair the thoughts you’ve sown, When your attempts to make … Continue reading

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ANOTHER WEEK ENDS

ART & INSPIRAION FROM KATHY BOECHER© Dear, Holy God, You have safely brought me through another week.  I began with anxious thoughts. You were there to give me rest.  I failed to accomplish everything I intended to do, but you … Continue reading

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HAPPY SUNDAY

It’s Sunday again. Seems like the weeks pass by like minutes these past few years. One day runs into another, but Sunday is special in so many ways. Especially today. We are going to church. We haven’t attended in quite … Continue reading

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A STORM TO REMEMBER

It was the first time the world had ever experienced rain. Up until this time in history, the earth had been covered with a canopy of moisture to nourish and sustain it. When God finally lifted it, it was as if … Continue reading

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