Tag Archives: Jesus

Where Does My Help Come From?

Posted on June 23, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Introduction Last year, my wife, father-in-law, and I moved from Colorado to Florida, the flattest state in the US. I love Florida, so I’m glad we made the move, but I miss my friends and family still living in Colorado, … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Claiming Grace—So You Can Share It

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

In the eighth chapter of John’s Gospel, we encounter a deep and unsettling scene: a woman caught in the act of adultery is brought before Jesus by the religious leaders of the day (the first hint of hypocrisy: where’s the … 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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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 →

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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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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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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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