Category Archives: Christian Devotions

Thirty-Three Years & Counting

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Doc Arnett

A day of low-key-threes turned out to be a wonderful way to celebrate thirty-three years of marriage. Continue reading →

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Gritty Conversation

Posted on August 31, 2022 by Doc Arnett

A mundane conversation at a rock pile leads to conviction of the heart and inspiration. Continue reading →

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Waffles in Heaven?

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Doc Arnett

“… After all, much of Jesus’ ministry was done around a table!” Continue reading →

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The Glory of Transformation

Posted on August 25, 2022 by Doc Arnett

The emergence of an adult cicada from the locust shell is a thing of incredible beauty; so is our change in Christ. Continue reading →

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Dance of the Monarchs

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Doc Arnett

… in a world where things as fragile as butterflies
fight as best they can… Continue reading →

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Of Thorns and Glory

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Our strength often leads to pride and self trust. Weakness leads us to God’s strength. Continue reading →

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The Last Peach

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Doc Arnett

It’s easier to feel good about sharing with the critters before they strip off all the peaches from your tree. Continue reading →

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When Nature Sings

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes we’re a little too quick to think we’ve got a mystery of some sort demystified. Continue reading →

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Leapin’ Lizards

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Doc Arnett

I’ve been fascinated by blue-tailed lizards ever since I was a kid. But they still startle me! Continue reading →

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Welcoming the Cool of an August Haze

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Doc Arnett

It’s good from time to time
to keep the mind from ruining a thing
by trying too hard to explain it.

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