Tag Archives: grace

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 →

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Not Much

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Doc Arnett

If only one good thing were done in the world this day, then this day is not completely evil. Continue reading →

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Rescued

Posted on November 16, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Those who have escaped the aching aloneness of depression understand the value of connection. Continue reading →

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Of Thorns and Glory

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Doc Arnett

Our strength often leads to pride and self trust. Weakness leads us to God’s strength. Continue reading →

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Blooms After the Freeze

Posted on April 26, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Although the hard freeze killed the tomato plants, the peach tree still managed some fresh blooms! Hope and healing can follow disappointment. 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 Fine Balance

Posted on November 17, 2020 by Doc Arnett

It is a fine balance to have the humility to appreciate others while also learning to respect ourselves. A balance improved by practice. Continue reading →

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Mid-Week Blessing

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Doc Arnett

A wee prayer to help us over the hump… Continue reading →

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Prayer on a Summer’s Dawning

Posted on July 1, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Thank you, Lord,
for the quiet stillness of this good morning,
for the softness of grass
in the dim shapes of pre-dawn’s forming… 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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