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More Power To You

Posted on May 5, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In the dynamic journey of faith, there is a profound force at work within us, not merely guiding and comforting, but actively empowering and sustaining us—the Holy Spirit. This divine Helper, promised by Jesus, is the same Spirit that empowered … Continue reading →

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Soul Rest: Finding Restoration with God

Posted on April 28, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In the relentless hustle of modern life, where the din of demands never ceases, the concept of rest can seem almost revolutionary. Yet, it’s not merely a modern necessity but a divine invitation. Scripture is full of references to rest, … Continue reading →

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Live for Today IN Today (and Trust God for the Rest)

Posted on April 21, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Introduction Life is a river, flowing inexorably forward. Moments rush past and days blend into one another, and another year passes. There’s a profound wisdom in the way God structured our existence—dividing our lives into days, hours, and seconds. He … Continue reading →

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The Search for Significance: Yes, We Matter

Posted on April 7, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Introduction In writing this blog each week, sometimes I feel like God is poking and prodding me to write about something I’d rather keep to myself. This is one of those weeks. But I figure if I resist God’s prodding, … Continue reading →

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Access to the Peace of Christ

Posted on March 31, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

For Easter, Jesus made a really bad deal. But it was His idea. He exchanged His perfect life for all the rotten things I’ve ever done and ever will do, His spotless robe for my filthy rags. And He offers … Continue reading →

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Enjoying God

Posted on March 17, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

On the heels of last week’s thoughts around conversational intimacy with God, this past week I felt God impressing upon my heart how much I enjoy my relationship with Him, and that I should tell you about that. Enjoy God? … Continue reading →

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Conversational Intimacy with God

Posted on March 10, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In the journey of faith, cultivating a relationship with God is most important. It reigns supreme over religious-looking actions or religious-sounding words. God beckons us, calling us deeper into His depths, into the realms of conversational intimacy with Him, where … Continue reading →

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Seeing Clearly, Above the Clouds

Posted on March 3, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Life has a way of unfolding in seasons, some filled with sunshine and others shrouded in the dreariness of cloud-covered days. It’s during these gray moments that our spirits can feel weighed down, as if the very light that guides … Continue reading →

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God Gives Us Faith to Trust that He Will Provide

Posted on February 18, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

As the pages of our lives turn, each chapter filled with its own set of triumphs and trials, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of the moment. Just a few weeks ago, I shared reflections on how … Continue reading →

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Emotional Support God

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

My son, now grown and living with his wife, recently faced a poignant loss—the passing of his pet ferret, Ollie, who had been his emotional support animal for many years. Despite Ollie’s surprisingly long life for a ferret, his absence … Continue reading →

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