Category Archives: Poetry

A Better Praise

Posted on July 21, 2017 by Doc Arnett

There is just a hint of coolness in this morning’s stillness and a very pleasing sense of peace… may both be yours today. Continue reading →

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Rehearsal

Posted on July 18, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Family and friends together in a beautiful setting makes for beautiful memories. Continue reading →

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Road Break

Posted on July 14, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Even with the sounds of big trucks rolling by, there is a sense of peace in the miles of almost-open range in the Flint Hills. Continue reading →

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Testing

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes it’s not just the heat… or the humidity… that oppresses us. How do we prove our faith even in this? Continue reading →

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Through Passing Darkness

Posted on July 7, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes in those dark days I find it helpful to remember Who Has Made Me… Continue reading →

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An Odd Thing

Posted on June 19, 2017 by Doc Arnett

If a tiny cactus can somehow survive alone in a strange place, perhaps I should remember that God’s power and plan transcend temporary circumstances. Continue reading →

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Dark Dawn

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Doc Arnett

If we search with open hearts we can find beauty–and peace–even during the storms. Continue reading →

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To Speak Among the Shadows

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Doc Arnett

There’s something very special about those long conversations with those who are both friend and family. Continue reading →

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Of Grain and Growing

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Unlike these great fields of wheat, we can bear fruit over and over again… if we do not give up on staying green and growing. Continue reading →

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Flint Hill Flowers

Posted on May 19, 2017 by Doc Arnett

We find what we look for and when we are too busy to look for beauty, we are too darn busy! Continue reading →

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