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.

To Lie Down Weary

There are many fine things in this world; a good night’s rest is among the finest! Continue reading

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Nature vs. Nature

Regardless of how it’s couched, framed or stated, here’s what I have found: when I do good, I feel good; when I don’t, I don’t. Continue reading

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Social Experiment

It can be a bit humbling to examine one’s own habits in light of a particular ethical principle… sometimes it’s just downright embarrassing! Continue reading

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A Persistent Affliction

It seems right near impossible to get caught up in the things of the world without adopting the world’s ways of handling conflict. Continue reading

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Total Eclipse of the Sun

Turns out there might be a thing or two even more dramatic than a total eclipse of the sun… Continue reading

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A Quiet Refreshing

Our quiet time can be rest and reflection, and preparation for greater works. Continue reading

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Slip Sliding Away

Sometimes the Spirit has to let us slide sideways to remind us to stay in step with Him; and so we don’t end up a cartoon in a cartoon graveyard… (Paul Simon) Continue reading

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Through the Panes

Sometimes trying to comfort a crying teenager can be a risky choice. Not trying might not be a good choice, either… Continue reading

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In Memoriam: Sandra Sue Woodworth

Filled with friends and family, the calm elegance and dignity of the First Presbyterian Church sanctuary seemed to me the perfect place to honor Susie’s life. Continue reading

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The Midnight Climber

Turns out that sometimes a rather inconvenient time is the exactly right time to take care of a problem… or two… Continue reading

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