Category Archives: Spiritual Contemplation

Careful Choices

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Whether thinking of gentle rain on a tin roof or the thunder of a waterfall, it is good to be deliberate in all our thinking. Continue reading →

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Take Your Time

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Driving in freezing rain is rarely fun but can be done safely, if you take your time, go slow and pray hard! Continue reading →

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Hammer Time

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes fixing a loose towel bar is a quick and simple project. Sometimes it’s not… kind of like God’s “fixit” projects in our lives. Continue reading →

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Beyond the Blues

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Quiet moments, simple pleasures, the beauty of nature, the warmth of closeness… for such blessings, we give thanks to the Blesser. Continue reading →

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Not the Usual Celebration

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Maybe surgery isn’t the perfect Christmas celebration but having exceptional medical care and loving attention is always in season. Continue reading →

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Quiet Evening on the Prairie

Posted on December 17, 2015 by Doc Arnett

A beautiful setting, a quiet evening, shared food and conversation… what good may come! Continue reading →

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Keeping Time to the Music

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes the greatest risks we take are when we try to protect ourselves from being hurt by others. Caring and vulnerability actually create great blessings. Continue reading →

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Banking Up

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Doc Arnett

An evening with friends can be nothing more than a meal and light conversation… or it can be something that deepens even strong relationships. We choose… Continue reading →

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Homecoming

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Glass of wine: $3. Firewood: $5. Outdoor brazier: ??? A few hours to share with people you love: Priceless. Continue reading →

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From Good to Great

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Doc Arnett

A workplace where people are willing, even eager, to love one another, forgive and care will be a great place to work. It’s up to us! Continue reading →

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