Monthly Archives: December 2019

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 →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Death & Dying, Family, Poetic Contemplations, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged comfort, faith, grief, hope, loss, love, Melissa Rogers Paton, sorrow | Comments Off

The Best Poor Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2019 by Doc Arnett

It isn’t being poor or rich that determines the quality of our giving; it is our determination to honor those we love and celebrate the One we worship. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Family, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged celebrating Christ, celebrating Christmas, Christmas, gifts, giving gifts, homemade gifts, poverty | Comments Off

Christmas at the Community Church

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Doc Arnett

With an angel standing on a stool and shouting directions to Joseph and Mary, it was a little different take on the Christmas story–and a thoroughly enjoyable one! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Family, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged children's play, Christmas play, Christmas service, church, kids' church | Comments Off

First Snow

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Ever notice how some drivers act like the first snow of the season is the first snow of their lives?! Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature | Tagged caution, driving, driving in snow, driving in winter storm, prudence, snow, wisdom | Comments Off

The Law of Seed and Harvest

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Doc Arnett

If we keep finding stuff we don’t like growing in our lives, we might need to take a careful look at what particular seeds we’ve been planting and fertilizing. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged harvest, planting, reap what you sow, returns, seed, sowing, yield | Comments Off

The Beauty and Power of Humility

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Imagine Jesus kneeling down to wash your feet. Imagine someone else gathering up your “dirty dishes” and cleaning them off for you. See any similarity? Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged cleaning up, foot washing, humility, Jesus washing feet, The Last Supper | Comments Off

Of Dew and Rust and Renewal

Posted on December 11, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Never forget that though our faith may be hard-tested and hope sometimes seems to grow dim, it is in the trial that both are not only proved, but also improved! Continue reading →

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A Word to One’s Self

Posted on December 5, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Be strong, be smart, be tough, be humble… even when (especially when!) doing so seems more paradox than orthodox! Continue reading →

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Hold to Such Memories

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Doc Arnett

The longer I live, the more I treasure the memories of family gatherings and see such memories as sacred fragments. Continue reading →

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