Category Archives: Christian Devotions

Old Folks away from Home

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Even if my phone is a slider, there are still strong connections to what is best in younger generations: excellence, quality, faith and humor. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, College, Death & Dying, Higher Education, Humor, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged aging, Cowley College, Frank Owens, generation gap, Landon West, Lory West, On Course conference, traveling, young companions | Comments Off

Keeping On Course

Posted on April 8, 2016 by Doc Arnett

When we make good choices and hang out with good people, good things happen… even in the midst of tragedy. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, College, Death & Dying, Family, Higher Education, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Teaching | Tagged Anaheim CA, Brandon Beavers, Cowley College, Highland Community College, national On Course conference, On Course, Skip Downing, suicide | 2 Comments

Better than Expected

Posted on April 7, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Apparently, the Grand Canyon is exactly what it’s name says it is. It’s mighty impressive but I think we’ve got a future discovery that’s gonna blow our socks off! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Nature, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged anticipation, Cowley College, flying, Grand Canyon, heaven, traveling | Comments Off

A Romantic Evening

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Two glasses of elderberry mead, two lounge chairs and a warm fire in the chiminea. Pure romance. Until the wind shows up… Continue reading →

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Ray Wylie Hubbard & the Secret of Good Days

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Doc Arnett

“Those days when I keep my gratitude above my expectation, I have really good days.” –Ray Wylie Hubbard Continue reading →

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Courting Disaster

Posted on April 4, 2016 by Doc Arnett

If a little forethought can prevent minor injury during a simple remodeling project, think what it could do on a larger scale! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged caution, drill, fate, finger injury, forethought, injury, karma, phillips bit, providence | Comments Off

After the Burning

Posted on April 1, 2016 by Doc Arnett

A wonder of snow cannot erase the loss of wildfire but it does bring good moisture for the greening that follows. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged burning, Easter, fire, Kansas, Kansas wildfire, prairie fire, resurrection, sin, smoke, snow, wildfire | Comments Off

Wisdom Amidst the Flames

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Arguments, confrontations, and frustrating situations: times when taking time to think first is very crucial. Continue reading →

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Not Playing, With Fire

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Doc Arnett

We sometimes set fires that we cannot control. Always check the wind before lighting that match… Continue reading →

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Celebrating the Upgrade

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Having to crawl through attic insulation could be rather irritating… but getting light in the living room is cause for celebration. Continue reading →

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