Tag Archives: Hope

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

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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

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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

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RANDOM THOUGHT – STRENGTH

   ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER© When my body aches and my mind is fast asleep, I ponder on the strength of my God.  The mountains declare His glory, the hills sing His praises.  Even the smallest pebble screams … Continue reading

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LAUGH & THE WORLD LAUGHS WITH YOU

A child’s laughter is one of the sweetest sounds in the world.  Laughter from an elderly person with no teeth can be just as gratifying.  Laughter can also indicate embarrassment, frustration or even panic.  Laughter can trigger all kinds of emotions, but one thing … Continue reading

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DO YOU FEEL LIKE A FAILURE?

We all have days that start out with plans to take on the world only to have them dashed the minute we take one step out of bed.  Who knew there would be a Lego underfoot?  No matter how strong we … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – GOD’S WILL

One of the hardest things we do in life is surrender to the will of God.  We can never be like Him.  The separation was made in the Garden of Eden.  We can, however, find peace in letting go and … Continue reading

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THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT

In the early 70’s, Flip Wilson coined the phrase, “The devil made me do it,” and created the character, Geraldine, who often said, “What you see is what you get.”  His popularity grew at a time when racism was running rampant, … Continue reading

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RETIREMENT?

Those of us old fogeys in our 70s can laugh at this joke.  Some in their 50s and 60s might chuckle a little, but to those in their 30s and 40s, this is no laughing matter.  When Social Security was … Continue reading

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TAPPING YOUR POTENTIAL

   When you’re a student and your being encouraged to make it into a great college and your grades don’t meet up to the standards, you might think your dream will never come true. You may even go to extreme … Continue reading

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NOTHING HAPPENS BY CHANCE

As we wind down another year, our natural tendency is to look back at the mistakes we made –  the goals we missed – the lost opportunities – the habits we didn’t break.  We look forward to a clean slate and … Continue reading

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RELINQUISH

  My power flurries through the air into the ground My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast I’m never going back, The past is in the past! When the movie … Continue reading

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ANTICIPATION

This is the season of anticipation.  We look forward with hearts wide open to what’s coming.  Like the little child who can’t wait to open his presents – or the grandma longing to be with her family again – or the young … Continue reading

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ADVENT

The process of having a child is an exciting time.  A new life growing within a young mom stirs all kinds of emotions.  One moment you’re thrilled with the prospect – the next second you’re fearful of the role you will … Continue reading

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A POWERFUL TYRANT

As a playwright, I find it helpful to get to know the characters involved in any dramatic setting.  The story of Christmas is packed with many faceted characters who all fit the gigantic puzzle God was laying out for mankind.  … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Some days life can seem pointless. We collect dust like the creatures living under our beds and remain stagnant. All we need is to get sucked in by the vacuum of the devil ‘s lies. We could, on the other … Continue reading

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HANG IN THERE

Each day we hear of horrible acts of violence in other parts of the world and on our own city streets.  I often wonder what’s going on – what’s happening to our morality – respect for life and for those who … Continue reading

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SEEK, KNOCK AND ASK

His life was a mess. He was tattered and torn; still he slowly approached the door, He had lost every hope. He was broken and worn. Yet he felt there had to be more, With all of his might, with … Continue reading

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KIDS

Kids – you’ve gotta love ’em.  It doesn’t take long for parents to realize that children have to be taught how to be good.  They aren’t naturally born to be the angelic little creatures we meet for the first time … Continue reading

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NOTE TO TWEENS, TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS

I’ve spent many years instructing young people and even though our world has drastically changed over the years – the basic fears, hopes, dreams and self-esteem of our kids hasn’t. When you go from child to teen you’re entering a … Continue reading

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