Author Archives: Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

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About Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

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

Advent: The Invasion – Love

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

We close out this advent season reflecting on love. Grace is love in action. God has taken action, giving wings to His love by sending His Son to this planet before we had any idea what was going on. We … Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve, 2020 – If Ever We Needed a Holy Night…

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter
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Advent: The Invasion – Ode to Joy!

Posted on December 20, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

I don’t know about you, but I love positive stories that are counter-intuitive or even, to some extent, counter-cultural. I must not be alone in this, since stories where the hero overcomes incredible odds to achieve his/her goal are quite … Continue reading →

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Advent: The Invasion – Prince of Peace?

Posted on December 13, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

OK, so I’m a week behind unpacking the symbolism of the advent candles, but I’m working on God’s time and there was something more pressing I felt like I needed to post before I started into advent. So the second … Continue reading →

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Advent: The Invasion – Hope

Posted on December 7, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

The gift of hope is most precious in the bleakest of times. The evergreen leaves in a traditional Advent wreath are meant to symbolize the hope of eternal life that Jesus brought to the darkness of this world. One of … Continue reading →

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Prowling Around Like a Roaring Lion Looking for Someone to Devour

Posted on December 1, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

I have a confession to make: I am concerned for the future of America. I can’t give details about why I am concerned without turning this into a political rant, which God has led me to believe I am not … Continue reading →

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Yet I Will Rejoice in the Lord

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

“Now is the winter of our discontent…” William Shakespeare, from Richard III “I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, … Continue reading →

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New Heaven & New Earth: Restoration of Awesomeness!

Posted on November 15, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

With darkness closing in all around us, everywhere in the world (just check the news, if you can stand it), it’s hard not to think we are in the end times. Having said that, though, I’m confident there have been … Continue reading →

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Honoring Those Who Have Served

Posted on November 10, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

God bless all of you who have served to preserve the freedom we all enjoy in this great nation, and God bless America. I especially would like to honor my father-in-law and friend, David J. Little, USN (Ret). Thank you … Continue reading →

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Sun and Moon, Son and Us

Posted on November 8, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 (NIV) “You are the light of the world. … Continue reading →

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