Tag Archives: bible

The Patience of God, Revisited

Posted on July 26, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

As we grow in Christ, we begin to reflect His patience. Discover how God’s extraordinary patience with us transforms the way we love and respond to others. Continue reading →

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God Is Good Even When Life Isn’t

Posted on July 12, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Life isn’t always easy, but God’s goodness never changes. Discover how gratitude rooted in His character can bring hope through life’s most difficult seasons. Continue reading →

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Made for This

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Unexpected assignments can leave us asking, “Why this?” Discover how God uses even ordinary challenges to accomplish His purposes and shape our faith. Continue reading →

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How to Overcome Fear: Lean into Love

Posted on June 14, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Fear may visit us from time to time, but we don’t have to let it move in. Discover how God’s perfect love casts out fear and brings peace through Christ. Continue reading →

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When Grace Is More Than Enough

Posted on May 17, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Paul begged God to remove his “thorn in the flesh.” God didn’t remove it—but He offered something greater:

“My grace is sufficient for you.”

We all carry thorns. Different struggles. Different failures. Different patterns. But the good news is this: God’s grace is greater than every one of them. Continue reading →

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The God We Are Meant to Enjoy

Posted on May 10, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

What if the goal of the Christian life is not merely to obey God or work for Him—but to actually enjoy Him? Scripture points us toward a relationship rooted not just in duty, but in delight. Continue reading →

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Resting in the Spirit: Finding Peace in the Storm

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In a world that never slows down, Jesus shows us a different way—one where rest isn’t found in escaping the storm, but in trusting God’s presence within it. Continue reading →

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The Spirit in You Is Greater

Posted on April 19, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

What carried the disciples into a hostile world wasn’t courage alone—it was the power of the Spirit within them. And that same power is at work in us today. Continue reading →

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Jesus Rose from the Dead… and He Dragged Me with Him

Posted on April 5, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Christ is risen—but if we’re honest, resurrection is a strange idea. What if the same power that raised Jesus is still bringing dead things back to life today? Continue reading →

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Standing at the Cross

Posted on April 3, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

If I had been there that day… would I have spoken up—or stood silently? A Good Friday reflection on the cross, our response, and the love that chose to stay. Continue reading →

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