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.

What Shall I Grieve?

My mother was granted release from the prison of flesh last evening. She was 99 years old and died peacefully with some family members present. Continue reading

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Even in Darkness, Light

One of Mom’s favorite scripture quotes is “all things work together for good for those who love the Lord.” Finding comfort in that today… Continue reading

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At River’s Edge

Sometimes in their last hours on this earth, it seems others can see things that we cannot… Continue reading

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The Aftermath of Suicide

There are many tragedies in this world and few departings from it that do not involve at least some degree of sorrow and sadness. Even when we can see the release that death brings from some long lingering disease, we … Continue reading

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Feeding After the Storm

Evening has a special peace–and beauty–after a storm has passed. Continue reading

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Driving through the Storm

There is a sort of odd pleasure, for me, in driving through a thunderstorm… a bit like facing life’s challenges. Continue reading

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When Opportunity Seems Like an Oxymoron

It is not the degree of difficulty that separates good choices from bad choices; it is the likelihood that persistence will yield a harvest worthy of the effort. Continue reading

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The Right Thing at the Right Time

Have you ever seen circumstances that seemed impossible suddenly take a turn and then just work out better than you dared hope? Continue reading

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The Duke

His ancestors donated the land for Duke University and his step-father flew a private jet for the King of Saudi Arabia… at least that’s what this hitchhiker told me! Continue reading

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Hidden Treasures

An old tire swing, an unused trampoline… things we treasured often pass un-measured to our children. Continue reading

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