Category Archives: Relationships

Reassurance & Redemption

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Doc Arnett

To hear the laughter of small children and to be a part of their delight must bring us closer to knowing God… Continue reading →

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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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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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In Praise of Gentleness

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Gentleness may be an art more praised than practiced, but it is a fine art nonetheless. Continue reading →

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Pep Talk

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Doc Arnett

How we think about and speak about others says more about us than them… and affects our health and happiness. Continue reading →

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Celebration

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Doc Arnett

News of a suicide bombing in Afghanistan and an awards banquet in Ark City made for quite an evening. Continue reading →

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Ricardo

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Doc Arnett

A chance meeting that turns into a long-term relationship. It’s not romance this time but it is precious. Continue reading →

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