Tag Archives: New life in Christ

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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Jesus Rose from the Dead… and He Dragged Me with Him

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

Christ is risen—but if we’re honest, resurrection is a strange idea. What if the same power that raised Jesus is still bringing dead things back to life today? Continue reading →

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Making Sense of Biblical Nonsense

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Making Sense of Biblical Nonsense is a new blog series exploring confusing or misunderstood passages of Scripture with faith, humility, and fresh insight. In this first episode, we dive into Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus about being “born again” (John 3:1–21). What does it really mean to be born again, and why did Jesus use this powerful metaphor? Join us as we unpack this life-changing concept — and rediscover the beauty and depth behind these familiar but often misunderstood words. Continue reading →

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From Ashes to New Life

Posted on March 9, 2025 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Ashes symbolize death, mourning, and loss—but in God’s hands, they also represent renewal and transformation. Explore how the themes of Ash Wednesday, the phoenix legend, and the resurrection point us to the hope of new life in Christ and remind us that with God, we are made new. Continue reading →

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