Monthly Archives: April 2023

Reunion and Rejuvenation

Posted on April 27, 2023 by Doc Arnett

A reunion with a former student brings joy in learning of his continued journey and spiritual growth. Continue reading →

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Old Lou

Posted on April 26, 2023 by Doc Arnett

The death/disappearance of our old Border Collie from sixty years ago… still remembered. 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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Good to You

Posted on April 20, 2023 by Doc Arnett

No matter you face, embrace or chase today, I hope good for you. Continue reading →

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Rejoicin’ and Repentin’

Posted on April 18, 2023 by Doc Arnett

It is not always evidence of the Good Lord’s favor if my fields are greener than my neighbor’s. Continue reading →

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A Peaceful Hour

Posted on April 17, 2023 by Doc Arnett

“Lord, when it comes our time to leave this earth, give us a peaceful hour in which to die.” Continue reading →

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Song for Greg*

Posted on April 14, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Lord as we face this dark hour, May your fierce love and awesome power Lead us gently along the way, With every step, through every day. Lord as we face this long night, May your own Spirit give us light. … Continue reading →

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Spring Serendipity

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Doc Arnett

It seemed like a perfect case of people going their separate ways, without anger, malice aforethought, or even the slightest bit of irritation. In fact, it seemed perfectly amicable. Randa’s friend Eileen had asked her to go with her to … Continue reading →

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Empathy, Sympathy, Caring

Posted on April 11, 2023 by Doc Arnett

I may not have wrestled the same demons that you must fight… … but I have seen evil eyes glowing in the fog-shrouded night. I may not have fought my battles with the same sword that you must wield… … … Continue reading →

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Confession for Resurrection Day

Posted on April 11, 2023 by Doc Arnett

I suppose that one could fairly say, “These women did not come in faith.” Hearts heavy with grief and spirits wrenched, Laden with spices to take away the defiling stench, Expecting to find Jesus still in the grave, and wondering, … Continue reading →

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