Tag Archives: perseverance

Nursing and Cursing

Posted on September 10, 2021 by Doc Arnett

In a world of thorn and thistle, it takes more than wish and whistle to make a nice lawn. Or a good life. Continue reading →

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Tough Scriptures-#1 Tough Times

Posted on July 7, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Do you celebrate the tough times? Insane, right? Uhmm… maybe not… Continue reading →

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The Hard Truths of Winter Remodeling

Posted on November 27, 2018 by Doc Arnett

While it might be true that the best things in life are free, most of the pretty good ones take a lot of hard work! Continue reading →

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Faith and Action

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes it’s acceptance, sometimes it’s hope, sometimes it’s anger… whatever it takes to move us forward as long as we move in a good direction… Continue reading →

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Blackberry Winter

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, just when things look really promising, some sort of adversity shows up. Keep going! Blackberry Winter doesn’t last forever… Continue reading →

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The One-Apple Orchard

Posted on July 18, 2014 by Doc Arnett

One apple sure isn’t much for an orchard… but it’s a start. Continue reading →

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One Strong Cup of Coffee

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Doc Arnett

One little boy, one incredibly strong cup of coffee and an absolute rule that you don’t insult the people who invited you into their home for a meal. Continue reading →

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Beyond Winter’s Testings

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Even in the long harsh winter, God’s work continues in us; His fruit is born in all seasons. Continue reading →

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The Frustration of Humanity

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, “home handyman” seems like an oxymoron. Making the same stupid mistakes on a project can make me feel like an ox and a moron! Continue reading →

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Hang In, Hold On, and Let ‘er Rip, Tater Chip

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Doc Arnett

For some short season of disappointment, some brief testing, we usually figure we can just grit our teeth for a spell, clench the core muscles and hang on for a bit. Continue reading →

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