Tag Archives: Jesus
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
JOSEPH OF ARIMATHEA
He was a well respected member of the community, wealthy beyond most standards and a leader in the Sanhedrin. A native of Arimathea, he now called home Jerusalem. He undoubtedly knew that his life was soon coming to an end, … Continue reading
THE CENTURION
I was simply following orders. I’d done this many times before, but this was different. Now an innocent man, stood before an angry mob who demanded His death. As I raised the lash for the last time, He was … Continue reading
HE TAKES MY HAND
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© His hands are open to the world. He reaches out to heal. He touches and His will is done. He knows just how we feel. He took on human flesh to be the … Continue reading
THE SCOURGE
39 lashes was the limit. More than that would have probably caused death. The object of lashing was to inflict severe pain and humiliation. It was part of the ritual of crucifixion – a means to cause the criminal … Continue reading
THANK YOU, JESUS
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© I had no gift to offer on the morning of His birth. My voice had no great songs to sing. The gifts I could give had no possible worth? My words were not worthy to bring? … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT – SERENITY
Watercolor by Paul T. Boecher© For the Lord takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation. Psalm 149:4 Where does your peace come from? Is it in a quiet place in nature or a moment free from … Continue reading
RANDOM THOUGHT – THIRST
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© “The Ghost Ship” Even in the heat of summer and the depths of despair, God provides living waters for all things. He nourishes the soil, replenishes the lakes and rivers, supplies thirst quenching relief … 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
MALCHUS
There are many minor characters in the Passion story. One of them was a servant of the high priest Caiaphas, named Malchus. Most of us remember him being the victim of Peter’s sword and having his ear restored miraculously by Jesus, … Continue reading
MY QUIET PLACE
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Where is the quiet place that you are longing for? Is it in those empty times when waiting to do more? Can you find contentment in the solitude of living? Or does is come … 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
CAIAPHAS
He was the chief priest of the temple. The one who would enter the Holy of Holies each year to make the sacrifices of the people to God. He came by the job after marrying the daughter of Annas, but he was also … Continue reading
ANNAS, THE HIGH PRIEST
At the time of Jesus’ unjust arrest, Annas was no longer the acting high priest of Judaea. He had originally been appointed by Quirinius for the position, when the Romans took over rule of the Jews. He served for ten years, … Continue reading
PRAY
Romans 8:26 …. “We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express.” My prayer list seems to get longer every day. The words of the above passage … 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
RANDOM THOUGHT – HUMILITY
ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER© Statue of St. Francis of Assisi in the St. Paul Conservatory – Como Park, St. Paul, MN Humility can only be accomplished by letting go of everything and turning to God for His steady hand. … Continue reading
GOD WITH US!
My mind overflowed with memories. There was day when I was first approached by the Angel of the Lord. “The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that holy thing which shall … Continue reading
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