Tag Archives: Jesus
I AM JESUS’ LITTLE LAMB . . .
ORIGINALLY POSTED IN 2015 To most of us, sheep don’t seem especially smart. In fact, they move in herds, because if they’re left alone, they’ll surely stray and walk straight into a dangerous situation. We’re often led as sheep to the slaughter … Continue reading
HOW DOES GOING TO CHURCH HELP ME?
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 When I was just a small child, my parents made a point of taking me to church … Continue reading
SUNDAY PRAYER . . .
ART BY PAUL BOECHER – INSPIRATION BY KATHY BOECHER In my lifetime I have experienced living with little, living modestly, living with means and living with little once again. When you have money, it doesn’t mean you’re happier or twice … Continue reading
IT’S HARD TO BE HUMBLE . . .
Back in the ’80s, Mac Davis wrote a song called, “Lord, It’s Hard to Be Humble.” The words were funny because the lyrics suggested that the singer was perfect in every way. Humility is pretty much a thing of the … Continue reading
DIVIDED, WE FALL . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting was done as the backdrop for “Such a Time as This,” a musical version of the story of Esther, from the Bible. Paul, being the artist that he was, often designed … Continue reading
THE HARVEST . . .
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Like any gardener or farmer, I often grow impatient. I want to see results within days of my planting. I soon remember that in this blogging world of ours, there are many seeds … Continue reading
HOPE ON A HILL . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER Sumptuous views from an old stone bridge, meeting the dawn of day, Crossing the waters on the river’s edge, wishing that you could stay, A quiet town from days gone by is kissed by … Continue reading
I’M BORED . . .
“We must learn to reawaken and keep ourselves awake, not by mechanical aid, but by an infinite expectation of the dawn.” Henry David Thoreau In a world with so many options available to entertain us, it seems almost impossible that … Continue reading
SUNDAY PRAYER . . .
ART& INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Paul always had a sketchbook handy, especially when he was on a walk in the woods or driving through a wildlife refuge. His love of God’s creation spoke loudly through his art. To … Continue reading
SIT WITH ME A WHILE, LORD . . .
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER My daughter, Amy, is still in the hospital. She is getting better but will have an additional procedure today to stabilize her. Prayers are appreciated for her complete recovery. Days of longest waiting make me yearn … Continue reading
PICKING UP THE PIECES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting is filled with so much activity and chaos. Our lives are often that way. Out of control and full of clutter. Paul often told a story with his paintings. In … Continue reading
DON’T BREAK THE TRUST . . .
In the late 1950’s a television show hosted by Edgar Bergan, the ventriloquist, made its debut. After a few months a young Johnny Carson took over the job. The show was designed to pit three married couples against each other … Continue reading
SET THE WORLD ON FIRE WITH WORDS. . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today is National Poet’s Day. I often find my poetry matches some of Paul’s paintings, so I chose this one because of the light it expresses. Undoubtedly, this piece was done … Continue reading
AGING WITH GRACE . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER The sands of time sift between two crystal orbs. Nights come much faster while daylight absorbs. We start to break down, bit by bit- day by day. We struggle to rise from our slumber … Continue reading
JESUS PRICELESS TREASURE . . .
Isn’t it amazing the amount of stuff we collect over a lifetime? When I look at my “treasures” they are nothing compared to the life blessed by my Savior, Jesus. We may find something of value in our belongings – … Continue reading
LAST DAYS OF SUMMER . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© We’re halfway through August and thoughts of back-to-school purchases have been added to the ever-growing family budget. Days get shorter as seen in the later sunrises and earlier sunsets. It’s … Continue reading
DO YOU LIVE UNDER A CLOUD?
“It’s the only cloud in the sky and it’s drizzling right on me. Somehow, I’m not surprised.” EEYORE When we aren’t feeling well, our emotions seem to take on a life of their own and everything becomes intensified. Little things become … Continue reading
CRITICAL THINKING
CRITICAL THINKING – disciplined thinking that is clear, rational, open-minded, and informed by evidence. We hear this term being tossed around a lot lately. For some reason, we’ve succumbed to the exact opposite of critical thinking. At times we are … Continue reading
GARDENING 101 . . .
WATERCOLOR ART BY KATHY BOECHER It’s hotter than blazes out there. I feel like MInnesota has become the new garden state, because I’m seeing all kinds of beautiful gardens this year. Perhaps there’s something good to say about global warming. … Continue reading
STAY WITH ME . . .
Dear, Heavenly Father, As my time on earth ebbs to a close, it’s easy to fall prey to the devil’s claim that life ends with our final breath. That our lifetime of building has come to an end. As the years pass, … Continue reading
