Tag Archives: drought

Rejoicin’ and Repentin’

Posted on April 18, 2023 by Doc Arnett

It is not always evidence of the Good Lord’s favor if my fields are greener than my neighbor’s. Continue reading →

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New Grass and Old Lessons

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Whether it’s reseeding a lawn or renovating a life, effort alone does not guarantee success; it takes something more. Continue reading →

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End of a Dry April

Posted on April 22, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, just about the time I think my yard is never going to turn green… it starts to rain. Continue reading →

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A Beautiful Neighborhood

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even as the most beautiful lawn or garden will wither without proper watering, we need spiritual nourishment in order to bear the beauty of Christ and bear the fruit of the Spirit. 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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Prayer from the Heart of Prairie Country

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Doc Arnett

What hope we hold for spring!
What desire for winter’s green promise,
the yielding of frozen earth to warming winds Continue reading →

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Through Storm and Drought

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Doc Arnett

The same rains that feed crops and livestock may also bring floods and devastation. There is both threat and beauty in the storms. Continue reading →

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Stronger Than Drought

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Knowing when the time is right and when it is not requires great wisdom… and a bit of common sense. Continue reading →

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A Mid-Winter’s Storm

Posted on February 2, 2016 by Doc Arnett

How dry does it have to be before the sound of thunder seems like a good thing? Continue reading →

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A Mind for Every Season

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Having to mow the yard every few days is part of the price for a bumper crop season but every season is right for helping others. Continue reading →

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