Tag Archives: Jesus

LOOK TO HEAVEN . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Where can you find some peace of mind, when all around seems lost,In city streets so dimly lit, at an expensive cost,In valleys green where water pours through rivers pure and clean,In … Continue reading

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INNER PEACE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Times of turmoil and confusion, peace may seem aloof or gone, Yet the Lord of all creation, stills the waters and the storm, He will calm the rumbling seas, He can give … Continue reading

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ANOTHER CHRISTMAS IN THE BOOKS . . .

For many the Christmas season is over – to be packed away for another year – to be forgotten for another 300 or so days and then revived with the buying of more gifts, more parties, more over-indulgence – to extend … Continue reading

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ASLEEP ON THE HAY . . .

POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER A most unlikely King was born upon that Christmas day –No purple robes or crown of gold. His bed was made of hay.But in that lowly place, within a manger smallLay Jesus, Christ, the Son of … Continue reading

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CHAOS, CONFUSION & CHRISTMAS, OH MY!

Getting ready for Christmas is a task much more difficult now that I’m 82 than it was when I was thirty.  However, if I look back to when I was thirty, I had three children, no money for gifts and … Continue reading

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JUST A TINY BABY BOY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER He was just a little baby boy, but like no other one.He fussed and cried like babies do, but this was God’s own Son.People came to see the King and found Him … Continue reading

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LIFE & DEATH MIRACLES . . .

Anyone sitting at the bedside of their child gazing at the perfection of that new life, will tell you it’s a miracle – a gift from God.  When a parent spends the last few days of their child’s life in a hospital … Continue reading

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WONDROUS MIRACLES. . .

It was the Christmas of 2019. Our children from South Carolina were coming to home to share in this wonderful holiday with us. All the decorations were in place. Our little tree was filled with ornaments we’d collected over the … Continue reading

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UNDESERVED MIRACLES . . .

In Bible times, miracles were nothing new. The entire story of creation was nothing short of a miracle from God. Moses led the children of Israel out of bondage by the strength of God’s miraculous deeds. Jesus showed His divine … Continue reading

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UNEXPLAINED MIRACLES

It was a bleak December.  Snow covered the ground, but had been soiled by the salt on the road.  The skies held ominous clouds.  Another storm was on the horizon.  In my heart, December had always been a time of … Continue reading

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CHRISTMAS OVERLOAD . . .

This time of the year is packed with a complete bag of mixed emotions.  We can be up one minute and down the next. In all the rush and anticipation, we find ourselves with not enough time, money or ability … Continue reading

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GLITZ, GLITTER AND BLING . . .

It’s that most wonderful time of the year. At least that’s what the song says. Store windows are filled with sparkles, lights and glitter galore. The tree stands in the center of your living room, filled with more lights and … Continue reading

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I WANNA BE MARY OR THE ANGEL OF THE LORD . . .

Many years ago, I had the opportunity to direct the Best Christmas Pageant Ever. It is based on the book by Barbara Robinson that most of us have read or at least seen performed. The tale relates the story of … Continue reading

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THE CHILDREN OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT . . .

The Ghost of Christmas Present was quite a sight. He was clothed in a green velvet robe, trimmed with white fur. Upon his long amber tresses sat a crown of holly and ivy. As he opened his cloak, he revealed … Continue reading

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IS IT A WONDERFUL LIFE?

One of my favorite traditions for the holiday season is to sit back with a bowl of popcorn and enjoy the movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life.”  It’s a story of the impact each of us has on the world as we … Continue reading

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CHRISTMAS ON THE FARM . . .

Memories of my maternal grandparent’s farm in Wisconsin, brings back all kinds of special thoughts for me. Christmas was not only an event, a celebration or time of wonder, but there were so many connections to that first Christmas so … Continue reading

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THE DAYSPRING FROM ON HIGH . . .

“And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Most High; for you will go before the Lord to prepare his ways, to give knowledge of salvation to his people in the forgiveness of their sins, because of the … Continue reading

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BEST LAID PLANS . . .

The children are bundled in their warmest clothes. Mom has filled the thermos with hot chocolate. Dad has warmed up the car and it’s off to the tree farm. When they arrive, everyone sprints out in wild anticipation. All of … Continue reading

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WAITING FOR JESUS . . .

As we await the return of our Savior, Jesus, we wonder how long it will be. Will He return to judge the world during my lifetime? Will I have to wait to actually meet him when I go to heaven? … Continue reading

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THE MESSIAH IS COMING . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The merriment of Christmas, brings smiles to everyone,But often we forget the joy of God’s own precious Son.When packages are opened, and wrapping are all torn.The ribbons lay upon the floor, expectation … Continue reading

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