Category Archives: Christian Living

A 2000 Year Old Question

Posted on May 2, 2024 by Doc Arnett

A modern re-telling of the parable of the Good Samaritan… with a few changes… Continue reading →

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Restless in Kansas

Posted on April 30, 2024 by Doc Arnett

The beauty of a still night, the ache of chronic pain, and a friend’s cancer diagnosis: all part of this life that I love. Continue reading →

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The Unexpected

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Doc Arnett

God has never been caught off guard by anything that’s happened to my wife and me. And has never failed to supply more than we needed to get through it. Continue reading →

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Good Therapy

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Watching a PT therapist and her client spontaneously pray together after a session reminded me of how blessed we are in this nation. Continue reading →

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Burn Ban

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Whatever keeps us from doing a bad thing, is a good thing. Continue reading →

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Sunsets & Horse Manure

Posted on March 11, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Even when surrounded by decomposing horse manure, we can admire and appreciate the beauty of a sunset. Continue reading →

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A Mighty Fine View

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Doc Arnett

A spectacular view while shoveling composted horse manure… Continue reading →

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The Needs of Others

Posted on February 26, 2024 by Doc Arnett

A whole ton of knowing the needs of others isn’t as good as a pound of doing something about it. Continue reading →

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Clear Skies and Fresh Coffee

Posted on January 29, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Our habit of gratitude should never be dependent on our ability to perceive our own benefit. Continue reading →

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Of Fog and Mud

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Even in the barely melted muck of mud and snow, there is both promise and provision. Continue reading →

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