Tag Archives: Highland Community College

Reunion and Rejuvenation

Posted on April 27, 2023 by Doc Arnett

A reunion with a former student brings joy in learning of his continued journey and spiritual growth. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, College, education, Higher Education, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Blind Tiger, former student, Highland Community College, influence, reunion, Shayne Wahlmeier, spiritual development, spiritual growth | Comments Off

A Short Walk in a Garden of Hearts

Posted on May 18, 2017 by Doc Arnett

A short walk with a toddler riding on your shoulders is a mighty fine way to move a day toward its slow ending… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Family, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged adopted family, children, friends, Highland Community College, Katie Collins, love, Shayne Wahlmeier, toddlers, Tristan Collins, Ty Collins, tykes | Comments Off

In Praise of Teaching

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Doc Arnett

My life has been and continues to be blessed by many teachers; may God bless them as well! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, College, Higher Education, Spiritual Contemplation, Teaching | Tagged Cowley College, faculty, Farmington High, Freed-Hardeman, Highland Community College, Jamie Potts, Murray State University, Ohio State, Richard Adams, Sturgis Junior High, teachers, teaching, Trenton Elementary | Comments Off

Keeping On Course

Posted on April 8, 2016 by Doc Arnett

When we make good choices and hang out with good people, good things happen… even in the midst of tragedy. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, College, Death & Dying, Family, Higher Education, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Teaching | Tagged Anaheim CA, Brandon Beavers, Cowley College, Highland Community College, national On Course conference, On Course, Skip Downing, suicide | 2 Comments

My friend and colleague, B. J. Smith, is teaching a Lifetime Fitness class in our Summer Blitz program. He snagged one of our personal trainers, Tom Martin, and me on Monday. “What are you doing for the next couple of … Continue reading →

Posted in Exercise, Humor, Sports, Teaching, Work | Tagged B. J. Smith, classroom behavior, college students, Highland Community College, lifetime fitness, students, Tom Martin, young people | Comments Off

Running the Race

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Doc Arnett

It’s a simple fact: when a sixty-year-old man in less than terrific condition runs two 5K cross country obstacle races in one day, there will be pain! Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Exercise, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation, Sports | Tagged 5K runs, Circle S Ranch, determination, finish the course, fitness, Highland Community College, Mud Run, northeastern Kansas, obstacle course, old guy, perserverance, Scottie Dog Dash, Warrior Dash, Warrior Dash Kansas City | Comments Off

Mercy Triumphs over Judgment*

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Doc Arnett

I like B. J. Smith. I like him a lot. And that makes it much easier for me to desire mercy. And those who sow mercy will reap mercy. Whether they like B. J. or not… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Sports | Tagged B. J. Smith, basketball, Doniphan County KS, felony, forgiveness, HCC women's basketball, Highland Community College, Jayhawk Conference, mercy, NJCAA, understanding, women's basketball | Comments Off

A Heart-Healthy Lunch

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Doc Arnett

The best exercise we can get is when we combine compassion and physical activity to help make things better for those around us. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Exercise, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged Barry Simmons, clearing ice, clearing snow, Craig Mosher, doctorate, helping out, Highland Community College, humility, job descriptions, PhD, PhD's, pitching in, professor, shoveling snow, snow storms | Comments Off

More Than Silver, Better Than Gold

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Doc Arnett

It’s hard to find a reward that goes much beyond the genuine joy of a grateful child. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged apple cider, appreciation, children, cider mill, Highland Community College, Klinefelter Farm, making cider, parents | Comments Off

Under the Curse

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Doc Arnett

I guess that at least in some ways, it seems easier to blame God for the messes we find ourselves in rather than to accept that responsibility ourselves. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged Adam and Eve, blame, choices, Eden, God, Highland Community College, responsibility, the curse | Comments Off