Tag Archives: storm

A Gentle Storm

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Doc Arnett

a sudden brilliant blaze of reflected sun
brings bursts of light from every trunk and stem, Continue reading →

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The Straightening

Posted on June 22, 2022 by Doc Arnett

I remember watching, and sometimes helping, my father straighten up stalks of sweet corn that had been blown over by a storm. Continue reading →

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Out of the Blue

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Although the unexpected can sometimes be unpleasant or embarrassing, we need reminding from time to time that much of this life is not under our control. Continue reading →

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Hard Rain and Bad Timing

Posted on July 3, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, it just doesn’t matter how much effort we put into a thing. Bad timing and hard rain can wash away even our best efforts. Ain’t no reason to give up, though! Continue reading →

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Hands of the Wind

Posted on June 11, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Whether in the gentle breezes of life or the soul-shaking storm, I believe that God is always forming us, always working for our good. Continue reading →

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Peace Beneath the Raging Waters

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Even in the midst of loss, there is hope. Even in the midst of destruction, new lives are formed. Even in the flood, Living Water brings life. Continue reading →

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A Quiet Refreshing

Posted on August 18, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Our quiet time can be rest and reflection, and preparation for greater works. Continue reading →

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Slip Sliding Away

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes the Spirit has to let us slide sideways to remind us to stay in step with Him; and so we don’t end up a cartoon in a cartoon graveyard… (Paul Simon) Continue reading →

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Dark Dawn

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Doc Arnett

If we search with open hearts we can find beauty–and peace–even during the storms. Continue reading →

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The God of Thunder

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Doc Arnett

In the midst of our darkest moments, in the eye of the storm and even in the forming turmoil, the glory of God still shines in the world. Continue reading →

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