Tag Archives: happiness

The Pursuit of Happiness

Posted on August 30, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Scripture, as far as I am aware, never mentions our “pursuit of happiness.” That pursuit is a never ending chase that never satisfies. We forego true joy in exchange for the empty illusions of this realm. Jesus promises abundant life … Continue reading →

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Extraordinary Lives

Posted on August 3, 2023 by Doc Arnett

With plenty of reasons and even more excuses for bitterness and resentment, Marjy Cottle chose grace, faith, and joy. She let go of the past and embraced her future. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Death & Dying, Family, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, suffering | Tagged attitude, disappointment, divorce, extraordinary lives, grace, happiness, hardship, joy, Marjy Cottle | Comments Off

Romping through Life

Posted on February 13, 2019 by Doc Arnett

There’s not much in life that’s more fun than listening to and watching a bunch of kids have fun. Continue reading →

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The Pursuit of Unhappiness

Posted on January 30, 2019 by Doc Arnett

If you are chasing happiness, you’ll likely find that it can always run faster than you can. Quit chasing and you’ll probably find yourselves having dinner together. Continue reading →

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Moments of Meaning

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Moments of joy, moments of pain, moments of great satisfaction. It is their sum that makes our lives and we would not be the same if a single one of them was missing. Continue reading →

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Days Such As This

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Doc Arnett

We spend such days as this
in the long gray longing
of spirits yearning for sunshine,
burning for brighter hours. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged depression, gloomy, gray, happiness, hope, promise, spring | Comments Off

Options

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Among the most miserable choices we make is the one to stay where we are, keep doing what we’re doing, and gripe incessantly about it. Continue reading →

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One Day’s Good

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Doc Arnett

genuinely seeking the good
that may be done in a moment
or an hour
or a lifetime,

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