Tag Archives: tolerance

In Times Such As These

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Doc Arnett

To live with a rugged and determined gentleness, to forego the ways and weapons of the world, to truly follow the Christ is never easy… but is always worth it. Continue reading →

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Easy Alternatives

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes we put up with what we have because it seems like too much work to change it. I might convince myself I’m being “tolerant” when really I’m just being lazy… Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged corruption, grass, laziness, mowing grass, societal change, thistles, tolerance, water grass, weeds | Comments Off

Beyond Bumper Stickers

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Doc Arnett

When we define and align ourselves based on opinion, we invite division. Things like honesty, decency, and compassion ought to matter more. Continue reading →

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Snow That Ain’t

Posted on January 23, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Snow that looks like fertilizer pellets or BB’s isn’t nearly as pretty as that soft, fluffy stuff… but it’s still snow. Folks that don’t look like me… are still folks I should love. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Humor, Nature, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged acceptance, bigotry, differences, Eskimo, Esquimeaux, love your neighbor, snow, tolerance, words for snow | Comments Off

Josh Blue

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Doc Arnett

One thing you have to admit, a man with cerebral palsy, wildly frizzy reddish blond hair and piercing blue eyes who calls himself “an African American” has a different take on life. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Humor, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged cerebral palsy, comedy, disability, Josh Blue, profanity, tolerance, understanding | Comments Off

Beats Martha White

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Doc Arnett

Sounding like the right thing is a mighty fine commodity, whether you’re selling flour to rural homemakers, trying to elect the next resident of the White House or soliciting contributions from millions of Americans so your television ministry can continue to provide its uplifting and edifying programs. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged decency, deception, democracy, illusion, illusions, Martha White, morality, religion, tolerance | Comments Off