Tag Archives: providence

Thriving on the Dung Pile

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Doc Arnett

Weeds growing on a dry muck heap develop impressive roots systems to not just survive, but thrive.

God can turn manure into humus… Continue reading →

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Regarding Allegations and Affirmations

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Doc Arnett

I believe that eventually, whether in the courts of the world or at the judgment seat of Christ, all who oppress the poor, trample upon the weak, and indulge their own greed at the expense of decency, compassion, and kindness, will be punished for their sins. Continue reading →

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Strawberry Fields Forever

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Doc Arnett

There have been many times in my life when “different than I expected” turned out to be “better than I expected.” Continue reading →

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In Praise of the Iris

Posted on May 1, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Just as the bud shows little of the eventual glory and beauty of the iris blossom, we rarely comprehend the wonder of God’s plan for our lives. Continue reading →

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The Unexpected

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Doc Arnett

God has never been caught off guard by anything that’s happened to my wife and me. And has never failed to supply more than we needed to get through it. Continue reading →

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Of Fog and Mud

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Doc Arnett

Even in the barely melted muck of mud and snow, there is both promise and provision. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetic Contemplations, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged affliction, beauty, fog, melting snow, muck, mud, providence, provision, winter thaw | Comments Off

Lessons from Lazarus-Part I

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Doc Arnett

God’s timing isn’t out timing… thank God! Continue reading →

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Guide, Guard, and Direct Us

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Doc Arnett

A greater level of maturity brings deeper appreciation to a prayer phrase I often heard growing up in western Kentucky. Continue reading →

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Common Sense & Providence

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Even during a blizzard, making good choices is better than having an extra coat. Continue reading →

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Even in Winter

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Even in the winter’s cold, even with ice and snow, God’s eye is still upon the sparrow–and us. Continue reading →

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