Tag Archives: Gratitude

Give Thanks

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

Introduction As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on the power of gratitude. This holiday invites us to pause and consider all that we are thankful for, even in the midst of life’s challenges. Psalm 107 has been on my … Continue reading →

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Cultivating Contentment in Our Comparison World

Posted on August 25, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Introduction In today’s fast-paced, image-driven world, it’s all too easy to get caught up in the spirit of comparison. With social media platforms constantly presenting us with curated glimpses into the lives of others, we often find ourselves longing for … Continue reading →

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No Comparison: Finding Joy in Our Own Journey

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In the Daily Audio Bible’s annual journey through the Bible, this week we reached the end of the book of John, the last of the gospels. In John 21, we find a poignant scene that speaks volumes about human nature … Continue reading →

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Ultimate Gratitude

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

On this Memorial Day in the United States, I wanted to take a moment to express my ultimate gratitude to those who have stood in harm’s way and made the ultimate sacrifice–and for those who have been willing to do … Continue reading →

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Going Anyway

Posted on April 2, 2023 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Today is Palm Sunday, the day Jesus rode into Jerusalem with adoring citizens celebrating His arrival with joyous shouts of “Hosanna” and “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” They waved palm branches and laid their … Continue reading →

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Give Thanks

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

On Thursday of this week, here in the U.S. (where I live), we will celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. This got me thinking about the idea of giving thanks and a posture of gratitude. Unfortunately, like so many traditions and bedrock … Continue reading →

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Thankfulness on Not Thanksgiving

Posted on July 31, 2022 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

There is one day in a year here in the United States on which it is easy for people to remember to be thankful: Thanksgiving Day, of course. But each of us, if we think carefully about it, should be … Continue reading →

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No Condemnation

Posted on March 20, 2022 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. Paul the Apostle, in Romans … Continue reading →

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The Choice for 2022 and into Eternity: God or Pride?

Posted on January 3, 2022 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In today’s episode, I had planned to return in one way or another to the “Beyond Belief” series on Christian apologetics, but then over the course of the day, I became convinced that there was another topic I needed to … Continue reading →

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Whom Will You Thank?

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

This being the Sunday leading into Thanksgiving week, I felt God leading me to pause our series on apologetics (“Beyond Belief“), at least for this week, to reflect on this upcoming holiday, particularly focusing on thankfulness and gratitude. Let’s start … Continue reading →

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