Tag Archives: quiet

A Witness of Winter

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Doc Arnett

In the calm aftermath of a windless snow, I am reminded that being still helps me know God. Continue reading →

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Something Like the Feel of Silence

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Doc Arnett

The quiet stillness of an early summer morning seems a perfect setting for a cup of coffee and quiet reflection. Continue reading →

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Morning Meditation in a Season Seeking Justice

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Just as plants need a deep-rooted source of water and nutrients, we rely upon things unseen. Unseen, but extremely important. Continue reading →

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The Healing Silence

Posted on November 19, 2019 by Doc Arnett

In the examination of our own thoughts, we both know and are known. Continue reading →

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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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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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A Quiet Blessing

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Peace and quiet are too important for us to hope such moments find us; we must seek them out and make time for them. Continue reading →

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The Mists of Morning

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Doc Arnett

A cool night following a late rain shapes the following morning with mist and quiet beauty. Continue reading →

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A Different Road

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Doc Arnett

It is good from time to time
to turn away from our search for the spectacular
and take in the humble beauty
that spreads around us, Continue reading →

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Labor Day

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Doc Arnett

In this quiet hour of surrounding gray, there are things seen more clearly than in the full glare of a clear day.
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