Category Archives: Spiritual Contemplation

Witness of a Lesser Light

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Doc Arnett

The moon casts a shadow from the mailbox across the drive next to the road. High, thin clouds and the twin strands of a jet’s contrail catch the light in thin wisps high above. Continue reading →

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Same Sun, Different Skies

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Doc Arnett

In a cloudless sky, the sunset looks the same whether you’re in San Francisco or Seattle. But with clouds–and life–the view changes with just a slight change of position. Continue reading →

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Coping with the Cold

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Doc Arnett

In this time of bitter cold and devastating storm, it is good to give thanks for being warm but also to remember to share with those who are suffering. Continue reading →

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Hard Cider Jelly

Posted on January 22, 2026 by Doc Arnett

Even after a decade of making hard cider jelly, I found out you do need to follow directions! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, food, Humor, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged canning, cider, destination, determination, following directions, food, hard cider, Humor, jelly, journey, persistence, recipe, recipes, spiced cider | Leave a comment

Chores on a Bitter Morning

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Doc Arnett

Farm chores on a bitter winter morning brings reflections on duty and love. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged bitter cold, chores, duty, farming, love, winter, work | Leave a comment

Moments of Glory

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Doc Arnett

In mind’s eye and memory, the fragile joys of this life are held, not so much for remembering the past as for reminding us of a greater glory. Continue reading →

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In Memory of Jerry Rich

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Doc Arnett

I’m not gonna say that when the Good Lord made Jerry Rich, He broke the mold. But I will say that I don’t think He used it very often after that. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Death & Dying, Family, Profiles, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Arkansas City KS, cancer, Cowley County KS, disability, family, farrier, hoof trimming, horses, horseshoe, Jerry Rich, Norma Rich, rodeos, Sally Palmer, south central Kansas | Leave a comment

Sad news on a rainy day gives way to a brief interlude of beauty in mid-afternoon. Rising mists after a storm lead to the forming reminder of God’s grace and the intercession of the Spirit with “groanings too deep for words.” Continue reading →

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Two Soldiers, Two Chains, and One Angel

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Doc Arnett

A homespun version of Peter’s escape from prison brings up lessons about prayer, faith, and God’s deliverance.

With a bit of humor thrown in… Continue reading →

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Messy Days

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Doc Arnett

The freeze and thaw cycles can sure turn a barnyard into a messy, mucky place! Sometmes, we don’t have a choice about the messes we have to deal with. But… we don’t have to carry the stink with us! Continue reading →

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