Category Archives: Christian Devotions

Meditation on Love

Posted on November 4, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Love labors, cares, comforts, connects… and is anchored to the very heart of God. Continue reading →

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Extraordinay Seasons

Posted on November 1, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Unexpected adversity can produce extraordinary beauty… in nature and in character. Continue reading →

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Fishing for a Better Catch

Posted on October 18, 2022 by Doc Arnett

If you catch what you fish for, pursuing peace sounds a lot better than seeking strife and controversy. Continue reading →

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A Contemplation of God

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Though all the universe testifies of the existence of God, his fullest revelation is expressed in Christ. Continue reading →

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Building with Josh

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Doc Arnett

My grandson and I might be building something bigger than a horse shed… Continue reading →

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Learning from the Ants

Posted on September 16, 2022 by Doc Arnett

If we were as persistent about doing good as ants are about taking advantage of their opportunities, what great heavenly treasures we would have! Continue reading →

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Blue Baby

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Doc Arnett

In her time of passing, my grandmother was comforted by the son who wasn’t expected to live when he was born. Continue reading →

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Where Two or More Are Gathered

Posted on September 12, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Small, private prayer meetings are powerful places to meet with the Lord. Continue reading →

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My Father’s Tools

Posted on September 9, 2022 by Doc Arnett

I have chosen not to work with some of the tools my father had; but am putting them to better use. Continue reading →

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Written in Stone

Posted on September 7, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes the positive influence of others in our lives is obvious, sometimes not. In all cases, it’s good to be grateful. Continue reading →

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