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About Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Photographer of Light and Life, Writer of Life as it finds me

God is in the Storm

Posted on June 25, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

So, I have had a tumultuous week. A little over a week ago, I learned that my contract with my employer was not being extended. This came as a total shock. At the same time, it is taking us longer … Continue reading →

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Rock You to Sleep

Posted on June 21, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

I wrote this poem for my first daughter when she was 6 months old. Now her baby is 10 months old. Time doesn’t just fly–it’s supersonic. Crying baby, I wish you could tell me What’s troubling you. My heart is … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Father

Posted on June 18, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

On this Father’s Day, I spent some time reflecting on how perfect our loving heavenly Father is. Of course, I wish I understood His ways better sometimes (a lot of the time), but my lack of understanding does not diminish … Continue reading →

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Busted but Liberated

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

I have been liberated! Jesus promised us that we would know the truth, and that the truth would make us free (John 8:32). That’s what happened to me at church this morning–I was reminded of the truth, and it set … Continue reading →

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I Am Not Who I Think I Am

Posted on June 11, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

(Escape from Pain, Waking Up Again) Who is this “me” I speak of and Obsess over so often? This is me: I am a man. I hike, I breathe. I write and take pictures. I love some and Laugh a … Continue reading →

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Every Ending is a New Beginning

Posted on June 4, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In the Daily Audio Bible this week, we finished the fourth and last of the Gospels–the book of John. It was a little sad to wrap that up since the eyewitness accounts of Jesus’ earthly ministry have loomed large in … Continue reading →

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Ultimate Gratitude

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

On this Memorial Day in the United States, I wanted to take a moment to express my ultimate gratitude to those who have stood in harm’s way and made the ultimate sacrifice–and for those who have been willing to do … Continue reading →

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Holy Spirit, Come

Posted on May 28, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Today was Pentecost Sunday, the day on which God breathed the Holy Spirit into the early church believers, just as Jesus had promised would happen. The scene is depicted at the beginning of Acts chapter 2. The funny thing about … Continue reading →

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Trust God

Posted on May 21, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

I was speaking with an atheist friend of mine yesterday about some concerns I have with things going on in my life. Interestingly, his response to me was, “Trust God.” Even though he doesn’t believe in God, he knows that … Continue reading →

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A Mother’s Love Reflects Our Father’s Love

Posted on May 14, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

There is perhaps no greater illustration of God’s love for us than a mother’s love for her child. A mother’s love is fierce and boundless, just like God’s love is for us. Our mothers love us on our worst days, … Continue reading →

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