Tag Archives: faith

Benediction

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Doc Arnett

A low glow of orange Shows between the two houses across the street As dusk and evening begin to meet. A long cloud stretches up Above the houses, Above the streets Above this small town And all that lies around … Continue reading →

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On Seeing Michael McCain for the First Time in Twenty-four Years

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Doc Arnett

He finishes parking his carAs I swing into the space beside himIn Don Senor’s parking lot. We trade one-armed man hugsAnd go inside to a booth near the back. It was hard to watch and hard to not see The … Continue reading →

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Keeping Good Company

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Doc Arnett

No matter how rough things get in life, our boat–if we’re with Jesus–is not going down. We might get wet, but we ain’t going to drown! Continue reading →

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Riding through a Kansas Spring

Posted on April 25, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Just as seed needs light, moisture, and warmth, we need faith, hope, and love to produce good fruit. Continue reading →

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Gritty Conversation

Posted on August 31, 2022 by Doc Arnett

A mundane conversation at a rock pile leads to conviction of the heart and inspiration. Continue reading →

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The Best of the First

Posted on June 1, 2022 by Doc Arnett

What was it that made Abel’s sacrifice better than Cain’s? It wasn’t the meat… Continue reading →

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Tough Scriptures-#1 Tough Times

Posted on July 7, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Do you celebrate the tough times? Insane, right? Uhmm… maybe not… Continue reading →

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Tub Time

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Doc Arnett

I love soaking in a tub of hot water… I love those times when I am so aware of God’s purpose and presence… and then, there are those other times… Continue reading →

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Praise in the Face of Troubles

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Job declared “Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him.” As we face our own fears and resentments, let us remember that God’s strength is perfected in our weakness. Continue reading →

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Faith, Fear and Phobia

Posted on March 19, 2020 by Doc Arnett

A huge anticipation leads to disappointment. Lesson: walk in faith, show compassion to others, and do not put God to the test. Continue reading →

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