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.

Friends and the Art of Leftover Chili

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Doc Arnett

What do leftover chili, great friendships and highly effective organizations have in common? The ability to retain individual traits, unity and greater purpose. With a little spice thrown in… Continue reading →

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Prayer from the Heart of Prairie Country

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Doc Arnett

What hope we hold for spring!
What desire for winter’s green promise,
the yielding of frozen earth to warming winds Continue reading →

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Of Tires, Tubes & Testings

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Doc Arnett

It’s not always easy to find the exact cause of a problem but it nearly always increases the probability of being able to fix it. Continue reading →

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Among the Shadows of Old Boulders

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Doc Arnett

It is not often the easy view of others that gives us a true understanding of the loads they carry. It takes more than accidental knowing, something more like caring. Continue reading →

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The Humility of Desperation

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Perhaps you have a sense today of someone in greater need of prayer than you expected. Well, if that’s the case and no one else comes to mind: I’m your huckleberry! 🙂
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Long Ride after a Long Week

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Doc Arnett

It might not be for everyone, but a long bike ride after a long week of tragedy and stress was just the “rest” I needed. Continue reading →

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Beyond Fire and Pain

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even when I cannot fathom the present moment, I will trust the coming hours to him who holds all things. Continue reading →

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Living in the Fire Zone

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Living in a place where the level of fire danger rating includes the word “Catastrophic” requires a different mindset. Continue reading →

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Of Sparks and Embers and Raging Winds

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Doc Arnett

A burnt yard, scorched deck and losing a few sections of fence is nothing compared to having your home burned to the ground. Continue reading →

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Beauty and the Beast

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Doc Arnett

If your kidneys need a good jolting, I recommend a bike road across 322nd Road, west of US-77. Rough riding aside, it’s still nice farm country. Continue reading →

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