Category Archives: Spiritual Contemplation

Mercy Triumphs over Judgment*

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Doc Arnett

I like B. J. Smith. I like him a lot. And that makes it much easier for me to desire mercy. And those who sow mercy will reap mercy. Whether they like B. J. or not… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Sports | Tagged B. J. Smith, basketball, Doniphan County KS, felony, forgiveness, HCC women's basketball, Highland Community College, Jayhawk Conference, mercy, NJCAA, understanding, women's basketball | Comments Off

Role Reversal

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Do you remember ever having your parents tell you, “Get your feet off of the furniture?” Ever have one of your kids tell you that?! Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Humor, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Ben Arnett, family roles, helping adult kids, role reversal, Sara Bynum, visiting family | Comments Off

Better by Degrees

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Doc Arnett

How muddy do you have to be when an old farm pond seems to offer improvement? Pretty darn muddy! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Exercise, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation, Sports | Tagged clean, cleaning up, getting clean, Mud Run, muddy, pond, Rocky Hills Ranch, Warrior Dash, Warrior Dash Texas | Comments Off

A Fine Moment

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Covered with mud, standing with my kids and surrounded by strangers, muscles tired and sore, sprained ankle aching… and having a great time! Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Exercise, Family, Metaphysical Reflection, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Sports | Tagged Ben Arnett, family, fun, Mud Run, obstacle course, Sam Arnett, Sara Bynum, togetherness, Warrior Dash, Warrior Dash Texas | Comments Off

Scholarship, Leadership, Service & Character

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Excellence does not require competition against others; it requires you to conquer yourself and dedicate yourself to an ideal. Continue reading →

Posted in Teaching, Work | Tagged character, competition, induction ceremony, integrity, leadership, National Honor Society, Riverside High School Wathena KS, scholarship, school, service, speech | Comments Off

Staying in Step

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Country music, an old wooden dance hall and a little old lady in Texas provide more than entertainment on a spring evening. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Exercise, Family, Farming, Music, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged country music, dancing, fun, Grist Mill Restaurant, Groene Hall, moving to the music, Sam Arnett, senior citizens, Texas | Comments Off

Ordinary Stuff

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Playing catch, pushing a swing and telling stories are some of the simple things that help mold good memories for our families. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged backyard, family ties, grandkids, grandparents, memories, playing catch, visiting family | Comments Off

Storytelling in Texas

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Sharing songs and stories with children is always a great experience but doing it with one of my children for my grandchildren’s classmates is a special event! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Brer Rabbit, County Line Elementary, Gammon Arnett, grandchildren, grandkids, Harrison Arnett, John Prine, New Braunfels, Samuel Arnett, Sara Jane Arnett, storytelling, Tacky, Tacky the Penguin, Uncle Reemus | Comments Off

Renewal by Fire

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Doc Arnett

It seems strange that burning the old grass helps the new grass grow… there is something magic in the flames. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Farming, Gardening, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged burning grass, burning pasture, dead grass, grass, renewal, safe burning | Comments Off

Things Done Well

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Doc Arnett

What do you do when you wanted to take your wife out for dinner and she’s already cooking supper when you get home? Depends on how well you know your wife… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged eating out, El Maguey, friendliness, good service good food, lessons for churches, restaurant, Saint Joseph MO | 2 Comments