Tag Archives: responsibility

Every Idle Word

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Doc Arnett

When Jesus calls a group of people “a bunch of snakes” and then warns about unforgivable sin, it kind of catches your attention, eh?

And then, he lets us know that we need to watch what we say… Continue reading →

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Wrong End of the Shovel

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Doc Arnett

Some days we feel invincible, like we could dig a hole even if we had to use the wrong end of the shovel. Other days, brushing our teeth is an accomplishment!

How we respond to one another in all situations relfects our faith and affirms our relationships. Continue reading →

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The True Source of Sin

Posted on November 28, 2022 by Doc Arnett

One of the most powerful self-realizations of my life was when I finally admitted that I was the only reason for my choices to sin. Continue reading →

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Hidden Transgressions

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Not getting caught isn’t nearly as good as not having done it… Continue reading →

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Today’s Menu of Choices

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Doc Arnett

I can have a really miserable day today… or a really good day… that all depends on the choices I make, starting right now… Continue reading →

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Evening Feeding

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Walking down to the hay barn
in the late light of ending day,

I see soft streaks of color,
strokes of lavender and pink
left above the sinking sun,
Continue reading →

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Heart Control Measures

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Everything devoted to anything
except the root cause of a thing,
is a waste of time,
an illusion of action.
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Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Metaphysical Reflection, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged gun control, responsibility, self-control, sin, temptation, violence | Comments Off

On the other hand, being a privileged person in a privileged society, I believe there are other options. I could contact my elected officials and propose that this section of the highway should be re-routed in such a way as to eliminate any irritation to me and inflict it upon my neighbors. Continue reading →

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Under the Curse

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Doc Arnett

I guess that at least in some ways, it seems easier to blame God for the messes we find ourselves in rather than to accept that responsibility ourselves. Continue reading →

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The Blame Game

Posted on November 6, 2009 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes I take blame with a spoon and dish it out with a shovel. Other times, I feel as if I am the only common factor in all of the troubles I think I’ve endured. Continue reading →

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