Tag Archives: sacrifice

The Best of the First

Posted on June 1, 2022 by Doc Arnett

What was it that made Abel’s sacrifice better than Cain’s? It wasn’t the meat… Continue reading →

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No Other Way

Posted on April 10, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Thinking about the betrayal, the trials, the suffering, the sacrifice, the supreme love of God expressed in Christ… Continue reading →

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Worthy of Sacrifice

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Too cautious of commitment, we never know the fulfillment of purpose. Too impulsive, we find ourselves consumed by something unworthy of the sacrifice. Continue reading →

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The Power of One

Posted on October 16, 2018 by Doc Arnett

The power of hope often begins with one person. The belief of one therapist opened up a completely different life for one autistic child… and his family. Continue reading →

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A Gray Easter at the Community Church

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Even on the grayest day, faith and fellowship can transcend the weather… and our other inconveniences. Continue reading →

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Prayer for the Lord’s Day

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Doc Arnett

With his resurrection upon the first day of the week, Christ established a New Sabbath… and gave a new hope to the world. Continue reading →

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I’ve Felt Worse…

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Having someone to help you when you’re sick is a wonderful blessing. Having someone save you from Hell is even more of one. Continue reading →

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Getting Rid of the Stink

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Doc Arnett

As far back as I can remember I’ve had sort of a low-grade phobia about being sprayed by skunks. It was a well-formed fear, with lots of reinforcement. Continue reading →

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The Smell of Dreams

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Doc Arnett

After learning to ride almost before she learned to walk and having to give up her horse when she was fifteen, it took Randa forty-five years to get back to this dream. Continue reading →

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Encouragement for Parents and Partners

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Just love your family, every single hour of every single day of your life and devote yourself to complete imitation of the example of Christ in serving your family. Continue reading →

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