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.

Benevolent Conspiracy

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Working with people who are dedicated to helping college students succeed is a very special pleasure and privilege. Continue reading →

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A Greater Hope

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even when it might be tempting to start looking for gopher wood and patching tar, we should keep in mind that hope, faith and love outlast every disaster. Continue reading →

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18th Hole

Posted on October 4, 2018 by Doc Arnett

The image that Kristi described of Brian reaching up toward heaven as he died reminds me of what my sister Patsy said about our mother’s final hours… Love the image! Continue reading →

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Indian Summer

Posted on October 3, 2018 by Doc Arnett

One way of feeling more grown up is doing the work of grown-ups. Funny how the privileges are more appealing than the responsibilities, eh? Continue reading →

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Watching Death

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Among the things that I admire is the devotion of women and men to one another in those final hours. Continue reading →

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A Deliberate Casualness

Posted on September 12, 2018 by Doc Arnett

You know how much you enjoy it when a good friend doesn’t need anything but just makes time to visit? I think Papa enjoys when we do that with him. Continue reading →

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Praise Beyond the Day

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even as the rising sun gives light to a new day, you have given me hope, O, Lord. Continue reading →

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High Roofs, Clogged Gutters and the Investigation of Immortality

Posted on September 10, 2018 by Doc Arnett

There are many options for contemplating our mortality; one of the most keenly focused is cleaning out the gutters on an old two-and-a-half story house. Continue reading →

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Making a Good Day

Posted on September 7, 2018 by Doc Arnett

While rain might ruin some plans it can make others work perfectly. Better to open one umbrella than to curse the showers… Continue reading →

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A Cool Day in August

Posted on August 30, 2018 by Doc Arnett

What a wonderful blessing a cool day in August is! How much more the comforting presence of the Spirit?! Continue reading →

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