Category Archives: Poetic Contemplations

Visiting Dorothy During the Plague of 2020

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Visiting through the screen of an open window and at least hearing a loved one’s voice is sure better than some of the other choices. Continue reading →

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Black Saturday

Posted on April 11, 2020 by Doc Arnett

How awful it must have been for Jesus’s disciples on the day after his death! Continue reading →

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No Other Way

Posted on April 10, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Thinking about the betrayal, the trials, the suffering, the sacrifice, the supreme love of God expressed in Christ… Continue reading →

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Praise in the Face of Troubles

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Job declared “Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him.” As we face our own fears and resentments, let us remember that God’s strength is perfected in our weakness. Continue reading →

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An Ancient Longing

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Doc Arnett

There is something deeply satisfying about burning pasture, something powerful and primeval. And… a bit risky… Continue reading →

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Appropriate Measures

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Wasn’t a good idea to be drinking coffee in the kitchen with friends… so we moved out to the patio! Continue reading →

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Sojourners

Posted on February 21, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Even though I might seem to have very little in common with some of the folks I’ve given a ride to, we were at least headed in the same direction. Continue reading →

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Beneath the Branches

Posted on February 4, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Accidentally having disturbed a small bird from its sheltered place on a wintry morning, I resolve to be more careful. Continue reading →

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In the Wake of Bitter News

Posted on December 31, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Even in the aching numbness of loss, let us remember–and cherish–the amazing power of love. Continue reading →

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Christmas at the Community Church

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Doc Arnett

With an angel standing on a stool and shouting directions to Joseph and Mary, it was a little different take on the Christmas story–and a thoroughly enjoyable one! Continue reading →

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