Category Archives: Nature

The Morel of the Story-Part I

Posted on April 19, 2010 by Doc Arnett

Without a determined faith and a confident hope, it’s kind of hard to put in the kind of work that leads to good results.
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Bound to Glory

Posted on April 12, 2010 by Doc Arnett

This earth embraces its change
like sinners saved by a single name
and rising from cleansing waters,
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Subject to Change Without Notice

Posted on April 9, 2010 by Doc Arnett

It would be good for us to live in such trust that we do not fear the furies of this world and its unexpected changes. Continue reading →

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Through the Smoke

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Doc Arnett

In a world where even steam casts a shadow, there is nothing that does not hold some threat when it stands between us and the Son. Continue reading →

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Headin’ South to Snow

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Doc Arnett

My stepson, Jaylon, lives in Brookings, South Dakota, an area of some fame for its fine pheasant hunting and noted by its visitors during the winter months for its cold temperatures and vicious wind chills. Continue reading →

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Self-Preservation

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Doc Arnett

In the quiet mist of early morning, a lone coyote emerges from the tall grass and low brush near the fencerow, makes its way across the rows of corn stubble. Continue reading →

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Miracle from the Mud

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Doc Arnett

I have always been fascinated by the miracle of seeds. As a young kid, I helped plant our garden in southwestern Kentucky. Continue reading →

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A Generous Outpouring

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Doc Arnett

Such is the working in our hearts, minds, souls and spirits with the generous outpouring of God’s Holy Spirit. Continue reading →

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Look Over There

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Doc Arnett

When we are made no longer subject to the nuances of this world and its ways and when all that causes death and decay has been done away, in that Day, we will know fully the joy that we have only tasted, that which stays.
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Potholes and Guardrails

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Doc Arnett

It’s tempting to overlook those convenient little vices, isn’t it? Tempting and treacherous. Continue reading →

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