Tag Archives: peace

A Good Place

Posted on August 15, 2018 by Doc Arnett

After over fifty years of wanting one, I finally bought myself a hammock. I think it’s going to be a good place for making things better… in my head and in my heart. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Nature, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged breeze, focus on the good, forgiving, good mental health, hammock, peace, reflectiongs, relax, relaxation, whatever things are lovely | Comments Off

California Morning

Posted on April 12, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Whether in the familiar plains and places of the prairie or in the midst of a busy city, the presence of God is available if we seek it. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Poetry | Tagged California, city, images, Kansas, peace, presence of God, traffic | Comments Off

Long Ride after a Long Week

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Doc Arnett

It might not be for everyone, but a long bike ride after a long week of tragedy and stress was just the “rest” I needed. Continue reading →

Posted in Exercise, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation, Sports, Work | Tagged bike ride, Cowley County, cycling, Dexter KS, escape, Grouse Creek, Grouse Creek Road, peace, tragedy | Comments Off

Beyond Fire and Pain

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even when I cannot fathom the present moment, I will trust the coming hours to him who holds all things. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, education, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged endurance, faith, fire, God's will, hope, loss, love, peace, submission, trusting God, wisdom | Comments Off

Even Better than the Jelly of the Month Club

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Batteries wear down, toys and tools can break, and clothes wear out, but there are other gifts that last longer the more they are used… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Christmas, Christmas gifts, joy, love, patience, peace, things that break, things that last, things that wear out, virtues | Comments Off

Invocation & Benediction

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Doc Arnett

May you be blessed in both the beginning and ending of this day that the Lord has made! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Poetry, Prayer, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged blessing, comfort, faith, forgiveness, Holy Spirit, hope, love, morning prayer, peace | Comments Off

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 →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetry, Prayer, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged autumn, gentleness, grace, humility, peace, quiet and peaceful life, quietness, wisdom | Comments Off

Walking the Dog

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Doc Arnett

If we walk softly and keep our eyes open, we may encounter some fine wonder while we are doing the most mundane things. Continue reading →

Posted in Nature, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Ark City, deer, deer in town, dogs, Highland Street, peace, pets, routine, serenity, surprise, walking | Comments Off

Ambience

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Watching folks stand around and visit together is kind of like watching the wind making waves on tall grass on the side of a sunny hill… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged conversation, friends, harmony, lingering, peace, talking, unity, visiting | Comments Off

Goodness Born of Tragedy

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Cowboys riding through water five feet deep, people wading to houses, truck drivers pushing through floodwaters… courage, love and unity… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged courage, disaster, helping, hurricane, love, peace, strangers helping strangers, tragedy, unity | Comments Off