Category Archives: Nature

Small Gift at the End of a Dark Day

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Doc Arnett

It reminded me, too, of how little it takes
to ease the darkness of a dismal day:
a friendly wave, a gentle smile, Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve Morning ’22

Posted on December 24, 2022 by Doc Arnett

A harsh wind, a muted sunrise, a fiercely blue sky above broken clouds… and farm chores… Continue reading →

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True Religion

Posted on December 9, 2022 by Doc Arnett

An indifferent holiness is no more Christlike than is a self-indulgent licentiousness.
Continue reading →

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A Prayer of Worship

Posted on December 8, 2022 by Doc Arnett

How wonderful is his majesty;
how majestic are his wonders! Continue reading →

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Extraordinay Seasons

Posted on November 1, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Unexpected adversity can produce extraordinary beauty… in nature and in character. Continue reading →

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A Contemplation of God

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Though all the universe testifies of the existence of God, his fullest revelation is expressed in Christ. Continue reading →

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Learning from the Ants

Posted on September 16, 2022 by Doc Arnett

If we were as persistent about doing good as ants are about taking advantage of their opportunities, what great heavenly treasures we would have! Continue reading →

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The Glory of Transformation

Posted on August 25, 2022 by Doc Arnett

The emergence of an adult cicada from the locust shell is a thing of incredible beauty; so is our change in Christ. Continue reading →

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Dance of the Monarchs

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Doc Arnett

… in a world where things as fragile as butterflies
fight as best they can… Continue reading →

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The Last Peach

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Doc Arnett

It’s easier to feel good about sharing with the critters before they strip off all the peaches from your tree. Continue reading →

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