Tag Archives: guilt

Through the Eyes of a Little Boy

Posted on December 19, 2025 by Doc Arnett

I can take my Old Man Me, look at my life—both past and present—and twist myself up with guilt, regret, disappointment, and disillusionment. Or… I can remember that little kid and ease down to my knees, bow my head, and give genuine thanks for being blessed beyond imagination. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Family, Farming, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged achievement, appreciation, disappointment, faith, family, farm, farm kid, gratitude, guilt, life, love, perspective, regret, wealth, work, writing | Comments Off

Down and Dirty

Posted on August 17, 2023 by Doc Arnett

“He knows how we are formed,
he remembers that we are dust.”
Isn’t that awesome?!! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged forgiveness, guilt, humility, judging others, judgment, mercy, shame, sin, truth | Comments Off

Cowboy Carpenter

Posted on September 28, 2021 by Doc Arnett

An unexpected shadow triggers childhood memories and reminds me that walking towards the Light keeps dark shadows behind us. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Metaphysical Reflection, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged cap guns, cowboy, guilt, moving forward, nostalgia, play, regret, shadows | Comments Off

Atonement

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Doc Arnett

The early dawn sky to the west is a pale blue, tinged with the sort of soft pink that only shows in this time of night’s fading into day, the time between dark and sun. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Farming, Nature, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation, Work | Tagged atonement, caring, feeding horses, guilt, negligence, repentance | Comments Off