Tag Archives: Holy Week

Easter’s Over—Now What? Living into the Sacrifice We Didn’t Deserve

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

Easter is over—but what if it’s actually the beginning? A reflection on how the resurrection isn’t just something we celebrate once a year, but something we’re meant to live into every day. 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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The Power of a Towel

Posted on April 2, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

On the night before the cross, Jesus had all power in His hands—and chose to use it to serve. A Maundy Thursday reflection on humility, love, and what it really means to follow Him. Continue reading →

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From Hosanna to the Cross: Learning Non-Fickle Faith

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

A Holy Week reflection on how quickly our faith can shift—from celebration to silence—and what it means to develop a faith that stays. While our faith may falter, Jesus remains unwaveringly faithful. The invitation is simple but powerful: when we stumble, will we move away from Him—or toward Him? Continue reading →

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Celebration, Part 3 – Resurrection

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In Part 3 of the “Celebration” Easter poetry trilogy, we move from grief to glory, from confusion to…confusion, but infused with resurrection. Jesus’ victory over death changes everything—including us. Come and celebrate the risen Savior, even when it doesn’t make sense. Continue reading →

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Celebration, Part 1 – Triumphal Entry

Posted on April 13, 2025 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Part 1 of a poetic Holy Week trilogy. On Palm Sunday, the crowd cries “Hosanna!”—but do they truly know the One they’re welcoming? A celebration tinged with irony, written from the tension between praise and misunderstanding. 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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Poop Happens

Posted on March 24, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

My apologies in advance for such a crude title–how’s that for the name of a Christian blog? I’m not trying to be sensationalistic, but I try to be real, so I thought I’d say it like it is. Basking in … Continue reading →

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Don’t You Care?

Posted on April 13, 2022 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

“I’ve got real problems, Jesus,” I mutter—perfunctory prayer— Little more than a complaint, really. “Don’t You get it? Don’t You Care?” He sighs, not impatient, more like, Don’t you get it? He shows me an angry mob Storming Gethsemane to … Continue reading →

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What’s Today in Holy Week Speak?

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Over the years, we have given names to some of the days in Holy Week: Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, culminating in Easter–which is technically what comes next, a new week all its own. And a new way of … Continue reading →

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