Author Archives: Doc Arnett

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About Doc Arnett

Native of southwestern Kentucky currently living in Ark City, Kansas, with my wife of twenty-nine years, Randa. We have, between us, eight children and twenty-eight grandkids. We enjoy singing, worship, remodeling and travel.

Mighty Fine Stuff

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Doc Arnett

I’m not sure exactly what it is that so draws me to making apple cider… it’s several things, I reckon. Continue reading →

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Lessons from Lazarus-Part II

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Doc Arnett

If you knew, really knew, that you would never truly die, what level of reassurance might that bring you? Continue reading →

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Plan C for Cider

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes the day the Lord has made is so much better than the one you planned, you just feel plum loved! Continue reading →

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Lessons from Lazarus-Part I

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Doc Arnett

God’s timing isn’t out timing… thank God! Continue reading →

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Almost Cut My Hair

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Doc Arnett

An ultimatum for a hair cut sends a Sixties teenager to the barber shop… but with a twist. Continue reading →

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The Wonder of God

Posted on September 28, 2023 by Doc Arnett

In the working of God in creation, in the universe, and within my own heart and life, I am moved and humbled. I rejoice. Continue reading →

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Moonshadow Mystery at Haven Hill

Posted on September 27, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes seeing shadows where you don’t expect can be rather frightening. Other times, it can be right intriguing. At all times, it doesn’t matter what wonders surround us unless we keep our eyes open. Continue reading →

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Quarter Moon in a Broken Sky

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Doc Arnett

The light of a quarter moon breaks through thin clouds on a peaceful night.
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Bad Timing, Bad Apples

Posted on September 25, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Even in our disappointment, we can choose to focus on the positive… and enjoy ourselves more. Continue reading →

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God’s Own Cider

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Doc Arnett

It’s pretty amazing how you can take a bunch of defective apples and make wonderful cider… and how imperfect people can work together in the beauty of harmony… Continue reading →

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