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A Witness of Winter

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Doc Arnett

In the calm aftermath of a windless snow, I am reminded that being still helps me know God. Continue reading →

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Morning Meditation in a Season Seeking Justice

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Just as plants need a deep-rooted source of water and nutrients, we rely upon things unseen. Unseen, but extremely important. Continue reading →

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Last Morning in April

Posted on April 30, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Early morning sun, a peaceful morning, a cup of coffee and a bit of quiet beauty… not a bad way to start a day! Continue reading →

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A Quiet Blessing

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Peace and quiet are too important for us to hope such moments find us; we must seek them out and make time for them. Continue reading →

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A Powerful Dawning

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Doc Arnett

We may not be ready to move to a better place until we have learned to accept where we are. Continue reading →

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Morning, Oblivious

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Doc Arnett

Black cows graze

in the dim light,

oblivious to fog and bluffs,
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A Simple Moment

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Doc Arnett

It seems sadly strange that killing people filled with hate rarely diminishes the hatred that is in the world, nor does violence readily put an end to violence. Continue reading →

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Beyond the Struggle

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Doc Arnett

I sometimes struggle to release myself from my own plans and believe that he has included me in his. Beyond that struggle lies the place where peace passes understanding and where I can live the abundant life.

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