Category Archives: Metaphysical Reflection

A Peaceful End to a Stormy Day

Posted on June 7, 2019 by Doc Arnett

There is something hopeful about the light of a crescent moon breaking through a stormy sky… Continue reading →

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The Grand Glory of Small Wonders

Posted on June 6, 2019 by Doc Arnett

I reckon a kid can grow up without ever playing in a creek… but it sure seems like a shame to me for it to happen that way… Continue reading →

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Watering the Thin Spots

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, even what seems obvious is not what it obviously seems… empathy often requires a closer look at things. Continue reading →

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A Regrettable War

Posted on June 4, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Being outwitted by a vastly inferior opponent can lead us to choose actions we previously rejected. Apparently, moles bring out the worst in me… Continue reading →

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Worthy of Sacrifice

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Too cautious of commitment, we never know the fulfillment of purpose. Too impulsive, we find ourselves consumed by something unworthy of the sacrifice. Continue reading →

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Peace Beneath the Raging Waters

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Even in the midst of loss, there is hope. Even in the midst of destruction, new lives are formed. Even in the flood, Living Water brings life. Continue reading →

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A Sweet and Lovely Fragrance

Posted on May 17, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Don’t you love that sweet, wonderful smell of peony blooms? I think that’s pretty close to how The One Who Made Us reacts to sincere and simple prayers… Continue reading →

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Used-less Technology

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Apparently, having some sort of technology available doesn’t really matter unless you use it and use it properly. Kind of like prayer… Continue reading →

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Thinking About Thunder

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Doc Arnett

A slight roll of thunder during the night has got me wondering if what seems like faith might sometimes just be a blind indifference to things… Continue reading →

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There are many hard losses in this world; losing a baby has to be among the hardest. How critical in this the love of family, the caring of friends, the sharing of sorrow and the hope of resurrection. Continue reading →

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