Tag Archives: gentleness

A Gentle Morning

Posted on November 27, 2024 by Doc Arnett

The pastel dawning of a winter morning speaks of peace and grace. Continue reading →

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Hard Frost

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Doc Arnett

Like frost melting from a metal gate on a cold but sunny morning, much of the kindness that we show carries no lasting trace… but is still worth doing. Continue reading →

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Things of Glory, Things of Grandeur

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Doc Arnett

I think that perhaps the beauty of a gentle spirit rivals the glories of nature. Continue reading →

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A Word to One’s Self

Posted on December 5, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Be strong, be smart, be tough, be humble… even when (especially when!) doing so seems more paradox than orthodox! Continue reading →

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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 →

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A Dog of Two Tales

Posted on October 17, 2018 by Doc Arnett

A close encounter with an aggressive dog on a hiking trail might trigger more than adrenalin… Continue reading →

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The World Needs

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Doc Arnett

It seems to me the world needs more gentleness, more fiercely forgiving hearts that cannot be made to live in anger. Continue reading →

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Prayer on an Autumn Morning

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Surely it would not be a bad thing if we all sought to live a quiet and peaceful life… Continue reading →

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Embracing the Difficult

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Doc Arnett

The path of peace and grace is not always easy but it leads to a place of great blessing. Continue reading →

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A Mid-Week Blessing

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Doc Arnett

May this good day bring you good–good that blesses you and others. Continue reading →

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