Category Archives: Christian Devotions

The Duke

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Doc Arnett

His ancestors donated the land for Duke University and his step-father flew a private jet for the King of Saudi Arabia… at least that’s what this hitchhiker told me! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Humor, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Barry Duke, Duke University, Hiawatha KS, hitchhiker, hitchhiking, Prince Farouk, strangers | 1 Comment

Hidden Treasures

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Doc Arnett

An old tire swing, an unused trampoline… things we treasured often pass un-measured to our children. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Metaphysical Reflection, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged change, children, neglect, parenting, play, tire swing, trampoline | Comments Off

The Carpenter’s Craft

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Doc Arnett

I believe that I see the touch of Christ in thousands of small things in our lives… and in our touching others. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged blessing others, blessings, Christ, Christ's ministry to us, grace, Holy Spirit, Jesus, refreshing, serving others, things that touch our lives | Comments Off

Shining in the Mud

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Doc Arnett

I’d love to take my whole church on a mud run; we might become a better church!
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Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Exercise, Metaphysical Reflection, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Sports | Tagged challenge, church, Conquer the Gauntlet, helping each other, humility, Luke Terry, Mud Run, obstacle course, Rugged Maniacs, Warrior Dash | Comments Off

Beauty Harvest

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Late evening, honeysuckle blooms and a small swarm of hummingbird moths… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Gardening, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged beauty, flowers, honeysuckle, hummingbird moths, summer evening | Comments Off

Morning Chores

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Watering plants on a cool summer morning forms its own scenes of beauty, duty and shared love. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Gardening, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged appreciation, beauty, chores, dew, duty, planters, shared love, summer morning, taking care of plants, watering plants | Comments Off

Short Circuiting the Golden Rule

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Some people definitely should not be allowed to do electrical work in someone else’s house. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged electrical hazards, electrical work, Golden Rule, hazards, integrity | Comments Off

Shortcuts

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Doc Arnett

I’m not opposed to shortcuts; I’ll sometimes go miles out of my way just to find one. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged efficiency, excellence, furniture making, G. T. Lily, Murray State University, quality, short cuts, woodworking | Comments Off

The One-Apple Orchard

Posted on July 18, 2014 by Doc Arnett

One apple sure isn’t much for an orchard… but it’s a start. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Farming, Gardening, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged apple, appreciation, caring, don't give up, fruit, orchard, perseverance | Comments Off

A Loving Punch in the Gut

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Doc Arnett

One friend who will tell you the truth is worth more than a hundred who are happy to join your little pity party. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged a friend closer than a brother, Don Riley, friendship, good friends, honesty, self-pity, Tom Hale, true friendship, William Jolliff | 1 Comment