Tag Archives: Salvation

MAY 9TH, ASCENSION DAY . . .

Posted on May 9, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Today, Christians all over the world celebrate the ascension of Jesus into His heavenly realm. Forty days after His resurrection and a time leading His followers to spread the word that He had conquered death, He ascended into heaven. So, … Continue reading →

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PAYING IT FORWARD . . .

Posted on April 9, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Every once in a while, something happens to reassure your confidence in the human race. Kindness is one of those things. I didn’t attend church this past Sunday, partly because of my inability to hear everything and partly because emotions … Continue reading →

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EASTER HAS COME & GONE . . . NOW WHAT?

Posted on April 2, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

As I look out my window this morning, a flurry of heavy, wet snow is dusting a layer of white upon the grass. Clouds fill the sky. Snowflakes can be beautiful, each with a pattern and design of their own. … Continue reading →

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SILENT SATURDAY . . .

Posted on March 30, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Joseph of Arimathea was a wealthy, influential man. He was a secret follower of Jesus, much like Nicodemus. Because of his status, he approached Pontius Pilate and boldly asked for the dead body of Jesus. He had a tomb, which … Continue reading →

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THE FINAL SACRIFICE

Posted on March 29, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The sculpture of the cross of Christ, exhibits the pain and suffering that Jesus willingly gave for our benefit. He died so we may live. Blood flows from a beaten, smitten corpse, … Continue reading →

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LOVE ONE ANOTHER . . .

Posted on March 28, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

The last few days of Holy Week are packed with so much. On Thursday, He washed His disciples’ feet as a servant would. The institution of the Lord’s Supper occurred – a miracle meal that continues today. Jesus prepared His … Continue reading →

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WHY DO WE NEED JESUS?

Posted on March 26, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

It’s easy to see why we need someone to rescue us from the ugliness which has covered the world.  Identity theft has run amok – human slavery still exists as children are sold into prostitution – morality is at an all-time low – everything except … Continue reading →

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WHY DO WE CELEBRATE HOLY WEEK?

Posted on March 25, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday, we celebrated the final entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem. He was honored with shouts of “Hosanna,” as he rode in on a donkey. In a matter of days, the crowd would turn on Him and chant, “Crucify Him, crucify … Continue reading →

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THE KING OF KINGS HAS COME . . .

Posted on March 24, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

It must have been quite a sight that first Palm Sunday. The Jews had gathered in the city of Jerusalem in huge numbers for the feast of the Passover. They lined the streets with their cloaks and palm branches to … Continue reading →

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 19

Posted on March 21, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

AHAVA – THE PROSTITUTE My name is Ahava, which means “love.” The work I do is devoid of love, but it brings in the necessary means to provide for my family. I am a prostitute. I began this journey at … Continue reading →

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE- PART 15

Posted on March 15, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

When we approach the final days of life, our mind tends to wonder what it was all for. We aren’t the same as we once were. We experience physical pain and have endured emotional loss along the way. Our spiritual … Continue reading →

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WAITING FOR THE SON TO RISE . . .

Posted on March 10, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & P9OETRYBY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© His bruised and smitten body lay quiet in the grave, In His holy precious blood, the whole world He would save, There are no words to thank Him, to give love in … Continue reading →

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART TEN

Posted on March 8, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

OVADYA – A SLAVE Slavery in my time was like a last resort for most. Those who had special talents or abilities had better lives to look forward to. Imagine, standing on an auction block, waiting for the highest bid … Continue reading →

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART SIX

Posted on March 4, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

DAMIEN – A JERUSALEM BLACKSMITH I am a Roman citizen. My years of life took place during the time when Roman soldiers were a common sight in my city. We were under their thumb. Even those of us who were … Continue reading →

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TO MARY FROM JESUS . . .

Posted on December 17, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© THIS POEM WAS FIRST POSTED IN 2018. THE PAINTING IS ONE OF MINE DONE PLEIN AIRE SEVERAL YEARS AGO. IT WAS DONE IN STILLWATER, MN. BETHELEHEM WAS THE LITTLE TOWN OF JESUS’ BIRTH. EVERY ROOM WAS FILLED WITH … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMAS PRESENT PART TWO – DREAMS

Posted on December 16, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

This week is all about Christmas. It’s a time of gifts and love – special decorations – beautiful light displays – shopping for the perfect gift – sharing – dreams. Children are dreaming of a special gift they’re hoping for. Teens dream about … Continue reading →

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A NEW MONTH WITH ABOUNDING HOPE

Posted on December 1, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

The month of December is filled with so much of everything, we tend to forget what the season means and the hope that is built into it. In a little town, long ago, a child was born. He was no … Continue reading →

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THANKSGIVING WEEK

Posted on November 20, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

This week started with a Thanksgiving dinner at our church. It had been a tradition for some time to enjoy a potluck feast the Sunday before the actual holiday – that is until the pandemic. Three years of isolation, with … Continue reading →

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PAST SINS

Posted on November 10, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

There are times when old mistakes come back to haunt me. Even though I know that Jesus has paid for every one of them, they still live in my mind like a smoldering ember. I think that even believers in … Continue reading →

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TO CELEBRATE THOSE IN HEAVEN

Posted on November 1, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Today, the church celebrates those who have preceded us in heaven – the saints, as they are referred to. This includes all those who have passed away, believing that Jesus redeemed them and prepared a special home for them in … Continue reading →

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