Category Archives: Poetic Contemplations

The Road You Are On

Posted on March 8, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Nearly every road I’ve traveled has taken me right where I was headed. Continue reading →

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February Feeding in Northern Kansas

Posted on February 22, 2022 by Doc Arnett

A twenty percent chance of freezing rain has left a slight gray glaze on this February morning… Continue reading →

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Reflections from My Seventh Decade

Posted on January 14, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Nearing the end of my seventh decade, I am even more amazed by the abundance of evidence that depends my faith. Continue reading →

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In Praise of Worship

Posted on September 27, 2021 by Doc Arnett

I have known many transcendent moments, experiences, and emotions but true, intimate, worship rises above all. Continue reading →

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Nursing and Cursing

Posted on September 10, 2021 by Doc Arnett

In a world of thorn and thistle, it takes more than wish and whistle to make a nice lawn. Or a good life. Continue reading →

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Praying for Summer Rain

Posted on August 13, 2021 by Doc Arnett

What kind of man prays for summer rain and then resents the thunder? Continue reading →

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A Gentle Dawning

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Doc Arnett

An unexpected coolness on a mid-July morning gives a welcome forming to this day the Lord has made. Continue reading →

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The God Who Lives in the Praises of His People

Posted on May 15, 2021 by Doc Arnett

The God Who Lives in the Praises of His People walks in the midst of our worship. Continue reading →

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Worthy

Posted on May 13, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Worthy is the Lord of Heaven! Continue reading →

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Be Still and Know

Posted on May 5, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Early morning sun backlighting spring maple trees and making the lawn sparkle… Ah, God is good! Continue reading →

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