Category Archives: Christian Living

Night Vision

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Even in the grandeur of a full moon on a winter night, the light touch of a loving hand brings a needed closeness. Continue reading →

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A Fine Memory

Posted on January 26, 2016 by Doc Arnett

A little boy, a big fish, a Little League game and a poignant experience with a strict father… pretty good stuff! Continue reading →

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Small Revelation

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Church shrinkage and the disappearance of small churches has become almost pandemic. As we search for solutions, perhaps we should reverse our thinking… Continue reading →

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Careful Choices

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Whether thinking of gentle rain on a tin roof or the thunder of a waterfall, it is good to be deliberate in all our thinking. Continue reading →

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Take Your Time

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Driving in freezing rain is rarely fun but can be done safely, if you take your time, go slow and pray hard! Continue reading →

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Hammer Time

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes fixing a loose towel bar is a quick and simple project. Sometimes it’s not… kind of like God’s “fixit” projects in our lives. Continue reading →

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Beyond the Blues

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Quiet moments, simple pleasures, the beauty of nature, the warmth of closeness… for such blessings, we give thanks to the Blesser. Continue reading →

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Not the Usual Celebration

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Maybe surgery isn’t the perfect Christmas celebration but having exceptional medical care and loving attention is always in season. Continue reading →

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Quiet Evening on the Prairie

Posted on December 17, 2015 by Doc Arnett

A beautiful setting, a quiet evening, shared food and conversation… what good may come! Continue reading →

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Keeping Time to the Music

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes the greatest risks we take are when we try to protect ourselves from being hurt by others. Caring and vulnerability actually create great blessings. Continue reading →

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