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Category Archives: Metaphysical Reflection
The Mystery of Fog
Even as a young kid, I loved foggy mornings… Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetic Contemplations, Spiritual Contemplation
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Tagged autumn, fall, fog, foggy mornings, Holy Spirit, leaves, noise, peace, presence of Jesus
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Sixth Annual Cider & Fireside Chatauqua
Four men sit around a fire on an autumn evening, sharing thoughts and perceptions about things that matter… in this world and in the world to come. Continue reading →
Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Family, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation
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Tagged chatauqua, conversation, fire, flame, iron sharpening iron, men, metaphor, Relationships, sharing, Spirit, talking
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Thoughts from Above the Porch
Marveling at the moon in night sky with passing clouds, I think I might understand why some worship what is made rather than The Maker… Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation
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Tagged clouds, Creator, fame, God, greed, idolatry, Jesus, Maker, money, moon, night sky, pagan, power, sex, worship
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Sand and Sandals
Lessons learned from wearing sandals in the wrong setting led to better choices for mud run footwear. And, sometimes, for choosing a different path. Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation
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Tagged choices, exercise, footwear, good decisions, hiking, hiking boots, mud runs, mudruns, pebbles in your shoe, preparation, sandals, shoes, sports, travel, walking
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Something to Think About
The power of positive thinking wasn’t a twentieth century notion; a Jewish tentmaker wrote about it nearly two thousand years ago. Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Metaphysical Reflection, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation
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Tagged beautiful things, good things, hope, light, love, peace, positive thinking, warmth
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Harvest Rain
The blessing of gentle rain, falling slowly on dry earth, brings refreshing and nourishing growth. As does receptive reading of the Scriptures. Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Farming, Gardening, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Spiritual Contemplation
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Tagged Bible, Bible study, christianity, faith, God, harvest, horse pasture, Jesus, northeast Kansas, pasture, rain, reading scripture
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Morning Chores Under a Broken Sky
I like the way the morning sky
bleeds through the branches…
A quiet beauty speaks peace and reminds me that we are called to peace… and to love. Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation
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Tagged beauty, chores, clouds, horses, love your enemy, love your neighbor, peace, sunrise, trees
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Thriving on the Dung Pile
Weeds growing on a dry muck heap develop impressive roots systems to not just survive, but thrive.
God can turn manure into humus… Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation, suffering
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Tagged acceptance, compost, garden, gardening, humus, manure, nature, nourishment, providence, provision, roots, suffering, thriving, vegetables
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Halfway There
Reaching the halfway mile marker on a four-mile mudrun brought a surge of encouragement. Knowing I was halfway there reassured me that I could reach the finish line. Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation
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Tagged American Ninja Warrior, building relationships, challenges, Conquer the Gauntlet, cross country, CTG, encouragement, fitness, Mud Run, obstacle challenge race, obstacles, Ozarks, racing, running, school year, teaching, training
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Irises
Tender moments, quiet conversation, true worship… and irises. Shared beauty. Continue reading →
Posted in Christian Devotions, Family, Gardening, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetic Contemplations, Prayer, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Worship
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Tagged art, beauty, flowers, Freed-Hardeman College, garden, gardening, irises, memory, moments, nature, paintings, peace, prayer, wet on wet technique, worship
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Reflections by Doc Arnett 