Tag Archives: Hope
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
SO, WHAT’S THE PLAN?
OK, I give up. What’s the plan? It’s so easy to get discouraged when looking at what lies ahead, because of the unknown. If only everything was spelled out in simple language. For centuries people have wanted to know what their … Continue reading
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
PURPLE TEARS
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© The world cries purple tears as an icon falls asleep, They say he was a genius, and now they all just weep, When faith is put in worldly men, our dreams are shattered soon, Our treasures … Continue reading
ARE YOU READY?
An open grave awaits the arrival of a new owner. Pall bearers gently remove a casket from its temporary home and set it upon a waiting bier. After tears and prayers it will be lowered into the dark, freshly dug soil and eventually … Continue reading
MERGING TRAFFIC
ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER© Like ships that pass upon the open waters, We sail through life effortlessly, or so it seems, Under the surface there are tangles and weeds that strangle, Above, prevailing winds determine the journey, There are perils … Continue reading
SPRING©
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Droplets blend together from remnants of ice and mountain snow, Trickling over rocky crevices, dancing together in a timeless waltz, Soon they meld into a cascade of raging energy as the dance becomes intense, … Continue reading
WIN, WIN SITUATION
Everyday, as I read my fellow bloggers’ post, I’m amazed at the positive attitudes of most of them. It makes me wonder if they ever have a bad day – a time when nothing seems to go right or a day … Continue reading
OUR TIME OF GRACE
When we take our first breath, we begin a time of grace. For nine months we’ve been safely tucked in our mom’s womb, protected by her body and sheltered from the ugliness of the world. When we emerge from the boundaries of … Continue reading
GOD PROVIDES
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© He prepares a feast for me, He gives comfort to my soul, He feeds me with His Word, He makes my body whole, I trust in His unfailing love to lead me everyday, He … Continue reading
COME UNTO ME
There are days when I wish I could simply walk into heaven and know that God would be waiting there with open arms. There are other days when I feel there is still so much I should do here … Continue reading
QUIET CITY STREETS
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© The once quiet, peaceful city took on the ugliness of a terrorist attack, Smoke filled the air, clothing torn from bodies, blood flowing, buildings crushed like a house of cards and a little child’s cry … Continue reading
TAKE HIS HAND
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© When the way is cluttered with the fog of uncertainty, take his hand. His hands are open to the world. He reaches out to heal. He touches and His will is done. He knows … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT – PURIFIED
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© When spring comes and the ice disappears from lakes and streams, we can’t wait to clean all the grime of winter from our cars and other vehicles. It’s kind of a purging of all … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHTS – PATIENCE
ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER After a long winter, we yearn for the warmth of summer. In summer we long for the cool of winter. When we wait patiently, everything comes in its due time. Be patient and wait … Continue reading
YOU LOVE ME, A SINNER
Original art by Paul T. 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, You … Continue reading
MIRACLES
Miracles don’t happen every day, but my boy was proving that to be wrong. He took a small amount of food and turned it into enough to feed five thousand – and that didn’t even include the women and children. There … Continue reading
THEY CAME TO HEAR
There were those who left their jobs and families behind to follow Him. They gave up everything to be a part of it. Some of them became His inner circle of workers and would someday continue to share the words He … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT – HIDING PLACE
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Psalm 32:7 “You are a hiding place for me; you preserve me from trouble; you surround me with shouts of deliverance. Sela!” What a blessing to know that God protects all His creatures with … Continue reading
SUPER SUPER HERO
Another Super Bowl has come and gone and men who are simply much larger, stronger, physically capable than most can now rest on their laurels. Isn’t it amazing how willing some are to place their hopes and dreams on such qualities? … Continue reading
