Category Archives: Spiritual Contemplation

A Powerful Calling

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Doc Arnett

If we keep our eyes open and respond with love to the needs we see around us, we fulfill God’s calling in our lives… no matter where we are. Continue reading →

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A Fine Legacy (Dennis Strange)

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Doc Arnett

When even strangers can see that you are a person who loves people, you might be Dennis Strange’s kind of people. Continue reading →

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A Reluctant Blessing

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Doc Arnett

A chance encounter with a white-haired woman during worship leaves us both with unexpected blessings. Continue reading →

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Grindstones & Gratitude

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Doc Arnett

If we don’t deliberately let others know that we appreciate them, how will they find out? Continue reading →

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He Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere (Guy Clark)

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Guy Clark is probably the best songwriter you never heard of… his music touched my live and the lives of my wife and my kids. Continue reading →

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Tree Trimming

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Small distractions can sprout up in our lives. Let alone, they can grow into trees that completely disrupt and destroy our best aims. Continue reading →

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Charlie Two Shirt Helps with the Hay

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Doc Arnett

A nine-year-old who will walk three miles of gravel road to help a neighbor haul hay could amount to something some day… maybe. Continue reading →

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A Mid-Week Blessing

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Doc Arnett

May this good day bring you good–good that blesses you and others. Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Doc Arnett

For the first time in over fifty years, I did not call my mom, send a card or flowers. I did think about her, though. A lot. Continue reading →

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The Next Town Over

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Field trips are a key component of education, from pre-school to post-graduate! Continue reading →

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