Tag Archives: Religion

TAPPING OUR 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 lengths – even ones that are … Continue reading

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MOVE ON

To many, New Year’s Eve is a time for a do-over.  We all have things we want to change or make better in the future.  In fact, every day should really be considered an opportunity to begin fresh. Why wait until … Continue reading

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OUT OF THE DARKNESS

Through the cobwebs of existence – through the darkness of our strife – Through the dankness of our sinfulness, through the wickedness of life Through the deepest, darkest pits of hell and the helplessness we feel – Comes a single … Continue reading

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IT’S NOT MY FAULT!

We have become a generation of blame gamers.  Of course, blaming someone else for our actions isn’t new, but it seems to be making a huge comeback.  I used to have a computer that would exclaim, “It’s not my fault” whenever … Continue reading

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Ten New Year’s Resolutions

So …. Three days until you and I will change the way we live. We will begin another diet – cut down on using electronic devices – spend more quality time with spouse or children – cut out some addictive … Continue reading

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VALUE EACH DAY

Soon the year will be ending and we’ll be thinking of things that we’d like to change next year.  S0me of us have issues with our weight and want to get back into shape – some have habits that have … Continue reading

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We are a Christian nation

During the nine months since starting this blog I have found an amazing group of fellow believers in Jesus, Christ our Savior. It warms my heart to know that there are so many Christians out there. Somehow the media has … Continue reading

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WHAT’S IN A NAME?

When it comes to naming a new baby, many things are taken into consideration.  I remember being asked about my daughter Joy’s name some years ago.  The person wondered if we waited for a while to name her because she … Continue reading

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THE AUDIENCE

One of the things young actors learn about performing is the importance of an audience. In live theater you never know what kind of response you’ll get until it happens and each time it’s performed the audience reaction can be different. … Continue reading

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LIGHTS UP!

Originally posted on 12/17/14 by atimetoshare.me by Kathy Boecher The other night we went out into the darkness of the country for a Christmas party and was reminded of just how dark the night can be.  There was also a blanket of … Continue reading

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COME, LORD JESUS

It seems we wait forever, for things we want right now, It is our chief endeavor as through each day we plow. Our hearts are disappointed when things don’t go our way, but God’s own Son anointed, made sure our debt to … Continue reading

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SIMEON

Some folks forget that Jesus was a Jew.  His mom and step dad were both from the lineage of King David, so they were steeped in Jewish tradition and law .  It was the custom for a male child to be circumcised and … Continue reading

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THE PROTAGONIST

  He was like any ordinary little boy born with ten fingers and toes.  To His mother, more than a miracle – to His dad, a stepson who would definitely follow in His Father’s footsteps.  To the shepherds He was … Continue reading

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YOU CAN TEACH AN OLD DOG NEW TRICKS

I’m one of those old dogs who is constantly learning.  I’ve spent much of my time on earth learning to be patient, but I never seem to get it. I had another lesson yesterday as my  group of 12 children, all third grade … Continue reading

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GOOD TIDINGS

Within the manger we can see –  good tidings from our God. In meekness and humility – the angels now applaud. Sweet Jesus, God’s own Son – in human form we see. This little child would save the world from all iniquity. KATHY BOECHER

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CHRISTMAS PAGEANTRY

You didn’t miss a cue – you considered every part. You set the stage with characters that touched the very heart. You put it all in action.  You even wrote the script. You blocked it out and staged it, so … Continue reading

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A POWERFUL TYRANT

Picture this – a man who thinks nothing of building a kingdom for himself, built on the lives of others.  A sinister character with total power as his constant driving force.  He has no morals – no ethics – no … Continue reading

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Prophecy Fulfilled

The prophets had foretold it in ancient days gone by – How God made flesh would come to us and for our sins would die. A virgin would conceive Him, so God and man He’d be. In Bethlehem she bore … Continue reading

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THE PROPHET HAS FORETOLD . . .

  Yesterday the Prophesy candle was lit on the Advent wreath.  If you have young children or and want to do something special as a family devotion, it would be so rewarding to share some of the ancient prophesies concerning Jesus … Continue reading

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MY GOD AND KING

You are my only King, sweet Jesus, meek and small. You came in deep humility to help me to stand tall. You lift me up, dear, Lord – you lead me in your way And now I praise your holy … Continue reading

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