Tag Archives: change

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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After the Storm

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes it seems to take a bit of a storm to clear the air and make things better… Continue reading →

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Reflections by a Mountain Stream

Posted on July 20, 2018 by Doc Arnett

I can’t explain how the sound of pounding, rushing waters can be so peaceful and soothing… but I sure can enjoy it! Continue reading →

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A Change of Seasons

Posted on May 8, 2018 by Doc Arnett

This explosion of green and growth around us reminds us that there is a season of refreshing… if we do not give up during the droughts of our lives. Continue reading →

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In Turbulent Times

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Doc Arnett

In these times of polarization and political hostility, it is especially vital that we remember–and practice–the best parts of what we claim to believe. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged change, culture, morals, politics, societal change, values, views | Comments Off

Yes, Dorothy, We’re Still in Kansas

Posted on January 11, 2018 by Doc Arnett

The weather forecast for south central Kansas today isn’t all that cheerful… Doesn’t mean we can’t be, though! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged change, cold front, God's care, Kansas, weather, wind, winter weather | Comments Off

Of Sprouting and Growing

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Doc Arnett

We are not always meant to achieve our growth in the place where we are first planted… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Bon Secours, change, growing, growth, sprouting, tiny tree, trees | Comments Off

Take Your Time

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Driving in freezing rain is rarely fun but can be done safely, if you take your time, go slow and pray hard! Continue reading →

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Hidden Treasures

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Doc Arnett

An old tire swing, an unused trampoline… things we treasured often pass un-measured to our children. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Metaphysical Reflection, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged change, children, neglect, parenting, play, tire swing, trampoline | Comments Off

Illusions of Healing

Posted on July 10, 2014 by Doc Arnett

It is the nature of humans to confuse temporary relief or improvement with genuine solution; that’s why they keep buying duct tape. Continue reading →

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