Tag Archives: peace

The Comfort of a Cloudy Autumn Day

Posted on October 24, 2024 by Doc Arnett

In the muted colors of a cloudy autumn day, the Spirit speaks softly to the wounded heart, words of peace and comfort. Continue reading →

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Night Travel in Central Kentucky

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Doc Arnett

I drive alone the curving, dipping, climbing miles Of this Bluegrass back roadIn the first full hour of the night’s full darkness. From time to time, above these painted lines,A full bright moon passes into viewIn the low eastern sky, … Continue reading →

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A Prayer for Shaping

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Doc Arnett

It takes greater strength–and blessing–to be a child of God than a man of the world. Continue reading →

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Keeping Good Company

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Doc Arnett

No matter how rough things get in life, our boat–if we’re with Jesus–is not going down. We might get wet, but we ain’t going to drown! Continue reading →

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A Thanksgiving Dawn

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Doc Arnett

The soft glow of color on a cloudless morning provides a peaceful dawning for a day of Thanksgiving. Continue reading →

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A Touch of Fire

Posted on October 29, 2023 by Doc Arnett

A touch of fire singes the fringesOf the fraying edges of a cold gray dayIn the corner of Kansas. Thin bits of ice glaze the rails of the round penWhere the pair of geldings send steaming breathInto the last shredsOf … Continue reading →

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Prayer for Today

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Doc Arnett

A prayer for love and mercy, for strength and grace, for peace and forgiving. Continue reading →

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Quiet Waters

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Doc Arnett

The unbroken reflections of a small river at dusk speak of peace, serenity, and a loving God. Continue reading →

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Good to You

Posted on April 20, 2023 by Doc Arnett

No matter you face, embrace or chase today, I hope good for you. Continue reading →

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A Peaceful Hour

Posted on April 17, 2023 by Doc Arnett

“Lord, when it comes our time to leave this earth, give us a peaceful hour in which to die.” Continue reading →

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