Tag Archives: Christianity

What It Means To Be Etched into the Palms of God’s Hands

Posted on July 14, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Introduction In today’s “always connected” world, ironically, we seem to be drifting farther and farther away from one another, and sometimes even from God. There are moments when it’s easy to feel isolated, forgotten, or insignificant. Yet, in those very … Continue reading →

Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian Living, Christianity and Mental Health, Daily Devotional, Faith, Faith and Encouragement, God's love, Jesus's teachings, Mental Health and Wellness, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God | Tagged bible, Biblical Imagery, Christian encouragement, Christianity, Constant Remembrance, Divine Assurance, Eternal Love, Faith, Faith in Difficult Times, God, God's love, Hope, Jesus, Jesus' Sacrifice, Spiritual Comfort | Leave a comment

The Lord Bless You and Keep You

Posted on June 30, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Introduction In a world that often feels tumultuous and uncertain, finding a source of true peace and enduring comfort can seem elusive. In church this morning, though, I was reminded of a blessing in Scripture that has been spoken over … Continue reading →

Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian Living, Christianity and Mental Health, Daily Devotional, Faith, Miracles, Prayer and Worship, Self-Improvement, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God | Tagged Aaronic Blessing, bible, Christianity, Community Blessing, Diving Peace, Faith, Faith and Trust, God, God's protection, God's Favor, God's love, Grace of God, Hope, Jesus, Light in the darkness, Prayer, Reflection and Meditation, Spiritual Comfort, The Blessing Song | Leave a comment

A Father’s Wisdom: Understanding God’s Good Gifts

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

Introduction As Father’s Day winds down, I’ve been thinking about fathers’ pivotal role in our lives—providing, protecting, guiding, and loving us. This reflection invited me to consider our Heavenly Father’s role in our lives and His deep desire to give … Continue reading →

Posted in Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Faith, Jesus's teachings, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Trust in God | Tagged Answered prayers and unanswered prayers, bible, Christianity, Divine wisdom, Faith, Father's Day, God's love, Jesus, Parenting and faith, Prayer, Prayer and faith, Wisdom to discern God's answers to our prayers | Leave a comment

Do You Want to Get Well?

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In the fifth chapter of John’s gospel, we encounter a story of Jesus healing a paralytic man who had been waiting by the pool of Bethesda for 38 years to try to get healed. It’s easy to glide past this … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Faith, Miracles | Tagged An invitation to wellness, An invitation to wholeness, bible, Biblical Teachings on Healing, Christian mental health, Christian Transformation, Christianity, Discipleship and Growth, Faith, Faith and Recovery, God, God's power, God's healing, God's Love and Grace, Healing, Holy Spirit Empowerment, Hope, How Jesus can help with emotional healing, How Jesus can help your counseling, Jesus, Jesus's Miracles, Overcoming Personal Struggles, Spiritual Healing, The Challenge of Healing, The Desire for Healing | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Christian, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Faith, Miracles, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Trust in God | Tagged Biblical Promises, Christian Discipleship, Christian spiritual growth, Christianity, Come Holy Spirit, Faith, Fruits of the Spirit, God, God's power, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Living a Spirit-filled life, Miracles of Jesus, Overcoming through Faith, Power of the Holy Spirit, Prayer and Empowerment, Spiritual Transformation | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Christian, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Faith, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth | Tagged Being with God in Nature, bible, Biblical inspiration, Christian Living, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus' teachings, Mental health and Christianity, Nature and spirituality, Prayer an meditation, rest, Sabbath, Sabbath rest, Soul rest, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual wellness | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Christian, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Faith, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth | Tagged Biblical wisdom on worry, Christianity, Faith, Jesus's teachings, Let Go Let God, Living in the moment, Living in the present, Mindfulness and Christianity, Peace of Christ, Peace of God, Trust God, Trust in God | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Christian, Faith, Miracles | Tagged Christian Living, Christianity, Do I Matter, Easter Reflections, Encouragement, Faith, Faith and Purpose, God, God's love, Light in the darkness, Making a Difference, Parenting and Family, Personal Testimony, Significance, Spiritual Growth, We are God's hands and feet, Workplace Faith | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Christian, Faith, Miracles | Tagged Access to God, Christianity, Easter, Faith, God, God shares His victory with us, God wins, God's gift of grace, Holy Week, Hope, Jesus, Peace of Christ, Resurrection, Rolling away the stone, Tearing the veil, The divine exchange | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Christian, Faith, Miracles | Tagged Chief end of man, Christianity, Enjoy God, Enjoy God through the way He made you, Heidelberg Catechism, jesus-christ, Worship God | Leave a comment

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