Author Archives: Doc Arnett

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About Doc Arnett

Native of southwestern Kentucky currently living in Ark City, Kansas, with my wife of twenty-nine years, Randa. We have, between us, eight children and twenty-eight grandkids. We enjoy singing, worship, remodeling and travel.

Reflections on a Winter’s Night

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Doc Arnett

A three-quarter moon at the half point of night throws its bright light across the frozen grass. I walk out past the concrete sidewalk into the shadows of the birches crumpled on the leaves and small broken branches. A northwestern … Continue reading →

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Blessing for 2015

Posted on January 1, 2015 by Doc Arnett

May this New Year find you near to those you love; even though the miles may keep you far away, may you be as close as light is to day within each other’s hearts. May this New Year bring you … Continue reading →

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Turnabout

Posted on December 16, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Does it just really bug you to see some spoiled brat out in public? Continue reading →

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Green Pastures

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Have you ever felt as happy as a horse in new pasture? Well, good for you!! Could others tell? Then, double-good! Continue reading →

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Fools and Angels

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Doc Arnett

When we decide between faith and fear, we not only choose our journey, we also choose our destination. Continue reading →

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Failure Is an Oxymoron

Posted on December 10, 2014 by Doc Arnett

We often take too much blame and sometimes take too much credit. As long as we are faithful to our calling, failure is impossible. Continue reading →

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Patience, Determination & Humiliation

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Doc Arnett

I’m sure there are things worse than public humiliation; give me a while and I’ll remember what some of them are. Continue reading →

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Laying Out the Fleece

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Doc Arnett

You ever have that situation when you’d really like to know which direction you should go? Yeah, me, too. Continue reading →

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Choices & Challenges

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Life isn’t fair, bad stuff happens, some of it hurts, pray hard and remember others. Continue reading →

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Morning Rising

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Even on days when morning clouds block the sunrise, we should hold fast to hope and know that our lives depend on something more sure than the weather. Continue reading →

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