Tag Archives: forgiveness

The Agony of Insufficiency

Posted on March 24, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Every humble person—and most of the rest of us as well—have at some time or another come to the realization of their own inability in a particular situation. Perhaps it was in face of an unfolding disaster, whether epic or … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Death & Dying, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, suffering | Tagged acceptance, bitterness, forgiveness, grace, humility, limitations, mercy, tragedy, unfair, unfairness | Comments Off

A Particular Moment

Posted on March 2, 2022 by Doc Arnett

When you’re on the lookout for opportunities to do good, they usually show up! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged decency, forgiveness, kindness, opportunity, sunshine | Comments Off

Tough Scriptures #2: A Life of Forgiveness

Posted on July 8, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Forgive someone seventy times seven? Seriously?!! Uhm… yes… but only if you want true freedom… Continue reading →

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He Remembers That We Are Dust

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Being human is never an excuse for us to choose evil… but it is always a reason for us to remember the nature of the God who made us. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged being human, dust to dust, forgiveness, God's compassion, patience, understanding | Comments Off

An Uncommon Vengeance

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Have somebody do something mean to you? Here’s how to really get ’em good! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged cortisol, enemy, feed your enemy, forgiveness, mercy, paybacks, retaliation, return good for evil, vengeance | Comments Off

In Times Such As These

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Doc Arnett

To live with a rugged and determined gentleness, to forego the ways and weapons of the world, to truly follow the Christ is never easy… but is always worth it. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged following jesus, forgiveness, gentleness, gospel, grace, politics, tolerance | Comments Off

Prayer for Four

Posted on May 29, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Perhaps you know someone who could use a bit of prayer this morning… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Poetic Contemplations, Poetry, Prayer, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged courage, forgiveness, peace, prayer, wisdom | Comments Off

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

Message from the Passed

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Have you ever received a message from a dead person? I did this weekend! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Death & Dying, Family, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged brothers, estranged, estrangement, Facebook Messenger, forgiveness, hidden messages, reconciliation, Richard Arnett, Richard F. Arnett | Comments Off

A Greater Grace

Posted on August 9, 2017 by Doc Arnett

To show mercy and seek good for someone who has done you great harm: this is what it means to follow Christ. Continue reading →

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