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.

Full House, Full Hearts

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Doc Arnett

It doesn’t take nineteen people to make a good Thanksgiving… but nineteen people in one house can certainly make a memorable Thanksgiving! Continue reading →

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Home Improvement

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Over my few decades, I’ve become suspicious that the folks who are willing to offer help are more likely to find help when they need it. Continue reading →

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Uphill & Against the Wind

Posted on November 20, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes we ride uphill and against the wind. It’s not easy but we can do it! Continue reading →

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The Duties of Friendship

Posted on November 17, 2017 by Doc Arnett

If you have friends like this, give thanks and be grateful. If you are a friend like this… give thanks and be grateful! Continue reading →

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Pre-Dawn Darkness

Posted on November 16, 2017 by Doc Arnett

“Do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we shall reap a harvest–if we do not give up.” –Old Jewish Tentmaker Continue reading →

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Singspiration

Posted on November 8, 2017 by Doc Arnett

A small elderly woman with an amazing voice brings an unexpected blessing during an ecumenical singing service in a small Kansas town. Continue reading →

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Invocation & Benediction

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Doc Arnett

May you be blessed in both the beginning and ending of this day that the Lord has made! Continue reading →

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Slow Ride on a Quiet Day

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Although we love the grandeur of bright colors and sunny skies, we sometimes need the quiet and peace of a cloudy day and softer scenes. Continue reading →

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The World Needs

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Doc Arnett

It seems to me the world needs more gentleness, more fiercely forgiving hearts that cannot be made to live in anger. Continue reading →

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Strangers at Dinner

Posted on October 23, 2017 by Doc Arnett

The unexpected kindness of strangers in a small Arkansas town changes a tired waitress’s night… and maybe more. Continue reading →

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