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.

A Bit of Progress

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Doc Arnett

I have found it too easy in my life to show too little gratitude; sometimes having something taken away for a while helps change that… Continue reading →

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A Mid-Winter’s Storm

Posted on February 2, 2016 by Doc Arnett

How dry does it have to be before the sound of thunder seems like a good thing? Continue reading →

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Night Vision

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Even in the grandeur of a full moon on a winter night, the light touch of a loving hand brings a needed closeness. Continue reading →

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A Fine Memory

Posted on January 26, 2016 by Doc Arnett

A little boy, a big fish, a Little League game and a poignant experience with a strict father… pretty good stuff! Continue reading →

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Small Revelation

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Church shrinkage and the disappearance of small churches has become almost pandemic. As we search for solutions, perhaps we should reverse our thinking… Continue reading →

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Careful Choices

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Whether thinking of gentle rain on a tin roof or the thunder of a waterfall, it is good to be deliberate in all our thinking. Continue reading →

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Take Your Time

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Driving in freezing rain is rarely fun but can be done safely, if you take your time, go slow and pray hard! Continue reading →

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Hammer Time

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes fixing a loose towel bar is a quick and simple project. Sometimes it’s not… kind of like God’s “fixit” projects in our lives. Continue reading →

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Beyond the Blues

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Quiet moments, simple pleasures, the beauty of nature, the warmth of closeness… for such blessings, we give thanks to the Blesser. Continue reading →

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Not the Usual Celebration

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Maybe surgery isn’t the perfect Christmas celebration but having exceptional medical care and loving attention is always in season. Continue reading →

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