Tag Archives: love

Burning the Brush Pile

Posted on August 1, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes behavior that seems quite strange–like burning brush on a really hot day in July–makes complete sense when we know why. Continue reading →

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Of Rocks and Ripples

Posted on April 15, 2024 by Doc Arnett

As a kid, I used to be fascinated by the water the ripples would spread across a small pond when I tossed a rock into the water. Continue reading →

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I Have Seen Love

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Doc Arnett

I have seen love a thousand ways
in a thousand places,
and yet every time I see it,
believe I have glimpsed the face of God. Continue reading →

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Prayer for Today

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Doc Arnett

A prayer for love and mercy, for strength and grace, for peace and forgiving. Continue reading →

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Riding through a Kansas Spring

Posted on April 25, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Just as seed needs light, moisture, and warmth, we need faith, hope, and love to produce good fruit. Continue reading →

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Rescued

Posted on November 16, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Those who have escaped the aching aloneness of depression understand the value of connection. Continue reading →

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Meditation on Love

Posted on November 4, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Love labors, cares, comforts, connects… and is anchored to the very heart of God. Continue reading →

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Proof of Life

Posted on July 12, 2022 by Doc Arnett

When love, romance or relationship are on the verge of collapse, small choices really matter! Continue reading →

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In Praise of Worship

Posted on September 27, 2021 by Doc Arnett

I have known many transcendent moments, experiences, and emotions but true, intimate, worship rises above all. 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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