Category Archives: Christian Devotions

Living in the Fire Zone

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Living in a place where the level of fire danger rating includes the word “Catastrophic” requires a different mindset. Continue reading →

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Rising in the Mist

Posted on March 2, 2018 by Doc Arnett

… all the reasons for hope are shackled in the seed… until the needs of planting and harvest… Continue reading →

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Disappointment Still Stinks

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Hanging around it for over sixty years hasn’t made me like it any better, but I have got a little better at dealing with it… Continue reading →

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Prayer While Riding Through the Flint Hills

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Seeing the quiet beauty of the Flint Hills reminds me of Him who has made such places. Continue reading →

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Storm of Opportunities

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Doc Arnett

For some of us, the weather has brought inconvenience, for others, calamity. Let’s not only be careful; let’s also be full of caring for one another. Continue reading →

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A Good Start to a Great Day

Posted on February 19, 2018 by Doc Arnett

I think waking up with a deliberate attitude of gratitude is even better than Folgers in your cup. Or even Starbucks… Continue reading →

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A Thursday Blessing

Posted on February 15, 2018 by Doc Arnett

I pray that this day’s rising
finds you warm and rested,
ready for whatever lies before you. Continue reading →

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The Right Formula

Posted on February 12, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Doing a 35-mile bike ride without using a hydration formula proves to be a really bad idea! Like trying to endure life without relying on God’s strength… Continue reading →

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The Deceit of Duty

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Unless we are deliberate and careful, precious time during visits from those we love and cherish may be stolen by a misleading sense of duty. Continue reading →

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Planting the Harvest

Posted on February 7, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Watching a couple of unsuspecting young men find out they’re each getting $1000 scholarship: pretty fine way to start a week! Continue reading →

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