Tag Archives: weather

Small Gift at the End of a Dark Day

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Doc Arnett

It reminded me, too, of how little it takes
to ease the darkness of a dismal day:
a friendly wave, a gentle smile, Continue reading →

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Ups and Downs

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Doc Arnett

In a world of constant change it’s important to maintain a positive focus. Continue reading →

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Praying for Summer Rain

Posted on August 13, 2021 by Doc Arnett

What kind of man prays for summer rain and then resents the thunder? Continue reading →

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Knowing and Owning Our Limitations

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Clint Eastwood once quipped, “A man has got to know his limitations.” That doesn’t mean we have to put them on public display. Continue reading →

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Making It through the Tough Spots

Posted on January 18, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Seems like every fall the coming winter is going to be really horrible… until it actually gets here. Dire predictions help you endure a great many things that never happen. Continue reading →

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Tougher Than the Weather

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Never underestimate the power of showing up… especially when it would be easy not to… Continue reading →

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Playing the Odds

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, even when the odds are supposedly in our favor, it’s just not worth making the bet. Tornadoes and temptations both go in that category, I think… 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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Storm of Opportunities

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Doc Arnett

For some of us, the weather has brought inconvenience, for others, calamity. Let’s not only be careful; let’s also be full of caring for one another. Continue reading →

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Weird Weather and the Search for Wisdom

Posted on February 20, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Regardless of whether we make the call on weather closings, we have to decide for ourselves if it is safe to travel. Especially on those relationship roads! Continue reading →

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