Tag Archives: comfort

Blue Baby

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Doc Arnett

In her time of passing, my grandmother was comforted by the son who wasn’t expected to live when he was born. Continue reading →

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California Dreaming

Posted on March 14, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Perhaps it would be a good thing if we expected ourselves to be missionaries of comfort and blessing to others. Continue reading →

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In the Wake of Bitter News

Posted on December 31, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Even in the aching numbness of loss, let us remember–and cherish–the amazing power of love. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Death & Dying, Family, Poetic Contemplations, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged comfort, faith, grief, hope, loss, love, Melissa Rogers Paton, sorrow | Comments Off

A Reminder of Hope and Light on a January Morning

Posted on January 8, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even in the chilling gray of winter, there is Light and warmth in God’s quiet Presence. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged comfort, darkness, depression, faith, God's presence, gray, hope, light, reassurance, winter | 1 Comment

Invocation & Benediction

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Doc Arnett

May you be blessed in both the beginning and ending of this day that the Lord has made! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Poetry, Prayer, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged blessing, comfort, faith, forgiveness, Holy Spirit, hope, love, morning prayer, peace | Comments Off

Against the Odds

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Doc Arnett

In the aftermath of tragedy, a late walk on a cloudy night reminds us that even a dim reflection of God’s light and love helps illuminate the world around us. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Death & Dying, Metaphysical Reflection, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged city skies, comfort, Las Vegas, light, love, low clouds, massacre, reflected light, reflection, tragedy, Vegas shooting | Comments Off

A Tender Helplessness

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Doc Arnett

When a loved one dies, it isn’t explanation and purpose that we want; what we really want is to have that person back. So what can we do? Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Death & Dying, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged comfort, loss, pain, purpose, sorrow, surviving, why? | Comments Off

Friday Invocation

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Doc Arnett

May you be blessed today and be a blessing to others. Continue reading →

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Sounds of a Sunday Evening

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Doc Arnett

In both times of togetherness and separation, love keeps us close… even when we are hundreds of miles away. Continue reading →

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Funeral Invitation

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Even if you want to come celebrate the fact that I’m dead, you’re welcome at my funeral. But behave yourself… Continue reading →

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