Tag Archives: Jesus
THE WORLD IN DARKNESS LAY
His hand reached for the oil lamp in the darkness of night, but remembered that he had not filled it the night before. He was enveloped in the deepest darkness he had ever experienced. He strained to see even a … Continue reading
WHERE DO YOU PRAY?
Is it in the quiet, stillness of the morning or when the evening comes? Is it in a closet full of shoes and boxes that words of solace, supplication, praise and thanksgiving spill from your lips? Do you pray when you … Continue reading
NEVER GIVE UP
We all experience our own hell as we walk through life. Some days are worse than others – some are completely free of it – while others seem to hold absolutely no relief. Winston Churchill spoke these words when in … Continue reading
LIFE GIVING REFRESHMENT
ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Root bound and parched, Replenished only by the restorative, Power of water, Each tendril pushing, Burrowing into the, Coolness of life sustainment, Lapping up, Refreshing, Renewing, Thirst quenching, Provision of God, Our … Continue reading
LOVING SHEPHERD
Yesterday was Good Shepherd Sunday. When I started blogging three years ago, someone posted this beautiful poem so if it was you, come forward and take credit. It defines our Savior, Jesus to perfection. He laid down His life for … Continue reading
I DIG DIRT
Ever since I was little I had a close attachment with dirt. I loved making mud pies. I enjoyed digging for worms. There was something about squishing your fingers through the moist soil in search of buried treasure or who knows what. … Continue reading
LITTLE SINS
Dawn Jones at INSPIRATION with an ATTITUDE had an interesting post today about tolerance. It got me to thinking how the devil works and what he’s done slowly sifting through humanity with his minions. His ideology would seem to be spreading … Continue reading
THE BOTTOMLESS PIT
A number of years ago, I wrote a story about a huge tree in the center of town that had lived there for centuries. The tree itself had magical powers to open at the command of some Spanish words. The … Continue reading
MY SHEPHERD AND GUIDE
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You never cease to hold me safely in Your hand, When everything my body does so blatantly demand, You guide my steps, You hold me tight, You strengthen me with all your might, … Continue reading
HIDDEN THINGS
When Easter ends, we often find reminders around the house that keep the thoughts alive for just a little longer. Maybe it’s one of those plastic eggs that never was found. Perhaps a few jelly beans have made their way … Continue reading
TRUTH
Aslan says, “though the Witch knew the Deep Magic, there is a magic deeper still which she did not know. Her knowledge goes back only to the dawn of time. But if she could have looked a little further back…she … Continue reading
WAITING FOR JESUS
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You came to a world filled with darkness and sin. You loved us devoutly without and within. Your love conquered all through a child meek and small, Sweet Jesus, Your Son came … Continue reading
PINTEREST PERFECT?
Don’t you just checking out Pinterest for creative ideas? Doesn’t everyone have stuff like this on their mantle or dining room table for the Easter holiday? So many times we hope things will be Pinterest perfect in our lives. We … Continue reading
SUFFERING SAVIOR
During the time of His arrest, by a vigilante gang of leaders of the church of His day, Jesus stood uncomplaining. He suffered the brutal threats and insults. He withstood the humiliation of being spat upon and assaulted by His … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – JESUS
This is the final biography of the characters that appeared prior, during and after the death and resurrection of Jesus, Christ. Those I’ve talked about over the past few weeks define who Jesus was and still is today. His story is … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – SOLDIERS WHO CRUCIFIED HIM
Who were these men who crucified Jesus? Many soldiers are mentioned in the Passion stolry who carried out the job of execution. It was their duty to do so. These soldiers had worked their way up through the ranks, exhibited great … Continue reading
LIFELESS – LIFE FILLED
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This place that we have loved, this lonely withered space, Has faltered with the winter snows and cannot rise again, Without that inner life, that comes from heaven’s place, Our lives … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – PONTIUS PILATE
Pontius Pilate played a pivotal role in the crucifixion of Jesus, even though he had no reason to declare him guilty. The evidence brought against this criminal had nothing to do with Roman law. The only possible reason Pilate could … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – SIMON, THE LEPER
There is a lot said in the Bible about Leprosy. Today the disease is referred to as Hansen’s Disease and easily curable if caught soon enough. The laws concerning Leprosy are laid out in the book of Leviticus 13. The disease is thoroughly … Continue reading
CHARACTERS OF THE PASSION – HEROD ANTIPAS
Having come from a long line of sociopaths, Herod Antipas relished in the shock and awe of his domain. The more outlandish the behavior, the better. Like his father, Herod, the Great, he was much a chip off the old … Continue reading
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