Monthly Archives: February 2017

Rehearsal

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Doc Arnett

There are few things any better than quiet time spent talking with those we love. A little foretaste of heaven… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged conversation, friends, heaven, loved ones, talking, time spent together, visiting | Comments Off

The Burden of Authority

Posted on February 24, 2017 by Doc Arnett

If you are treating people with contempt, arrogance or indifference and you actually enjoy that, you are a sadist. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, College, education, Higher Education, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged appreciation, authority, Golden Rule, humility, leadership, management | Comments Off

The Art of Emotional Self-Defense

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Being around some folks is like taking a plunge into an attitudinal cesspool. Throw away the swimsuit and practice avoidance! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged attitude, changing behavior, cheerfulness, emotion, positive attitude, positiveness, viral attitudes | Comments Off

A Celebration of Sorrow

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, geography, politics, prosperity or the lack thereof, it hurts to lose a loved one and sympathy should transcend. Continue reading →

Posted in Death & Dying, Family, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Binh Nguyen, funeral, Gaileen Nguyen, immigrants, passing, sharing sorrow, sorrow, Vietnamese | Comments Off

Voices

Posted on February 21, 2017 by Doc Arnett

The voices that we listen to and the choices that we make… make all the difference in our lives. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged choices, fear, healing, hope, Jesus, Jesus Christ, manipulation, redemption | Comments Off

What Goes Around

Posted on February 20, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Raking up leaves that you know came from your neighbor’s trees might lead to unexpected insights… and a neater lawn. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged blessed are the merciful, mercy, neighbors, raking leaves, retaliation, vengeance | Comments Off

Prayer for the Lord’s Day

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Doc Arnett

With his resurrection upon the first day of the week, Christ established a New Sabbath… and gave a new hope to the world. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetry, Prayer, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged glory, heaven, hope, Jesus, praise, redemption, resurrection, sacrifice, salvation, Savior | Comments Off

Adkins Diet & Other Tortures

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Doc Arnett

The Adkins Diet was a great way for me to lose weight, patience and friends… sometimes moderation is a better choice than abstinence. Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Adkins Diet, Buddy Hackett, diet, dieting, food, losing weight, moderation, self-control | 2 Comments

Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Treating each other in ways that help love grow might not always be easy but it really isn’t all that complicated… Continue reading →

Posted in Relationships, Uncategorized | Tagged choices, love, marriage, Socrates, Valentine's Day | Comments Off

A Fine Imitation

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Like an outstanding Eagles tribute band, when our imitation of Christ becomes that authentic, others will feel like they’ve been in his presence. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Music, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Eagles tribute band, emulation, Hotel California, Hotel California-Eagles tribute band, imitation, imitation of Christ, Orpheum Theatre, The Eagles | Comments Off