Tag Archives: Faith

Freedom Is Never Free

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

This Independence Day, reflect on the sacrifices that secured our earthly freedom—and the greatest sacrifice of all, through which Christ purchased our eternal freedom. 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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Don’t Forget to Attach the Rudder

Posted on June 20, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

What gives life meaning when careers end and circumstances change? A reflection on retirement, purpose, and why God is the rudder that gives our lives direction. 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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More Power To Us | Pentecost, Prayer, and the Power of the Holy Spirit

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Pentecost reminds us that Christianity spread across the world not because the disciples were extraordinary people—but because ordinary people were filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. The same Spirit that transformed fearful followers into fearless witnesses still lives in us today. 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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How We Are Defined

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

We spend our lives trying to define ourselves by what we’ve done—good or bad. But Scripture offers better news: we are defined by what God has done for us. 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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