Tag Archives: risk

An Ancient Longing

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Doc Arnett

There is something deeply satisfying about burning pasture, something powerful and primeval. And… a bit risky… Continue reading →

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High Roofs, Clogged Gutters and the Investigation of Immortality

Posted on September 10, 2018 by Doc Arnett

There are many options for contemplating our mortality; one of the most keenly focused is cleaning out the gutters on an old two-and-a-half story house. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged basement, cleaning gutters, danger, gutters, high roof, home maintenance, risk, water in basement | Comments Off

Of Risk and Reward

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Doc Arnett

By avoiding the potential pain of rejection, we often endure agonizing loneliness. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships | Tagged emotional risk, friendliness, friends, hurt, loneliness, rejection, Relationships, reward, risk, take a chance, vulnerability | Comments Off

Fools and Angels

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Doc Arnett

When we decide between faith and fear, we not only choose our journey, we also choose our destination. Continue reading →

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