Monthly Archives: October 2016

Today’s Needs

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Doc Arnett

We probably won’t end world hunger or cure cancer but we can do a few small things that show others we care about them… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged attending, caring, encouragement, helping others, kindness, perception, selfless, sharing | 2 Comments

The Glory of God

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Doc Arnett

For those willing to see it, the glory of God shows itself in many ways and places… Continue reading →

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A Good Day Made

Posted on October 21, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Notice others, pay attention to details, reflect, be grateful, encourage others… these things bring blessing to both the gifted and the givers… Continue reading →

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A Pretty Good Day

Posted on October 20, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Broken merchandise, unwanted home maintenance problems and road mishaps… sounds like a perfect way to make a good day, eh?! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Humor, Remodeling/Construction, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged leaking toilet, Lowes, mishaps, perspective, positive attitude, positive outlook, rotten day | Comments Off

Conversation That Matters

Posted on October 18, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Don’t you love it when God uses you to bring someone else just what they need at just the right time–and that brings you what you need?! Continue reading →

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Tiny Preacher

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Doc Arnett

A small child who seems to be distracting me from worship ends up teaching me an important lesson. Continue reading →

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Storm in the Flint Hills

Posted on October 11, 2016 by Doc Arnett

In times of storm and rain, peace and calm, we need beliefs that can guide us through all the seasons of our lives. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged clouds, driving at night, driving in rain, Flint Hills, Kansas, night, principles, rain, storms, sunset, values | Comments Off

Rehearsal of the Concert Choir

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Doc Arnett

In our finest notes of blended singings, we bring new meaning to our lives and become something more, something finer… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, College, education, Higher Education, Music, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged a cappela singing, Concert Choir, Cowley College, David Smith, music practice, rehearsal | Comments Off

The Blessing of Inconvenience

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes the goal of remodeling isn’t adding value to the house in the usual sense… sometimes it’s a lot more important than that. Continue reading →

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