Category Archives: Relationships

On the Passing of David Miley

Posted on May 12, 2020 by Doc Arnett

There is always grief in loss but there is some comfort in knowing a loved one is beyond pain and suffering. There is greater comfort in knowing we will see them again. Continue reading →

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Can Compassion Survive a Virus?

Posted on March 26, 2020 by Doc Arnett

A pandemic, an old truck, and a guy pushing a bicycle on a cold morning… whaddayagonna do? Continue reading →

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Appropriate Measures

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Wasn’t a good idea to be drinking coffee in the kitchen with friends… so we moved out to the patio! Continue reading →

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Faith, Fear and Phobia

Posted on March 19, 2020 by Doc Arnett

A huge anticipation leads to disappointment. Lesson: walk in faith, show compassion to others, and do not put God to the test. Continue reading →

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Sojourners

Posted on February 21, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Even though I might seem to have very little in common with some of the folks I’ve given a ride to, we were at least headed in the same direction. Continue reading →

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An Uncommon Vengeance

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Have somebody do something mean to you? Here’s how to really get ’em good! Continue reading →

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A Little Taste of Things to Come

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Ah… nothing quite like a pancake supper in a small rural church on a winter evening to lift our thoughts upward… Continue reading →

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Blown Opportunity-A Missed Hug

Posted on January 22, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Ever realize a little too late that someone really needed a hug? Continue reading →

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Tobacco Patch Seminary

Posted on January 16, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Some of the most profound religious admonition I ever heard was in a tobacco field in western Kentucky. Continue reading →

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In the Wake of Bitter News

Posted on December 31, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Even in the aching numbness of loss, let us remember–and cherish–the amazing power of love. Continue reading →

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