Tag Archives: Peace

Advent – Prince of Peace On Earth Be with You

Posted on December 6, 2021 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

On this second of four Sundays in Advent, I wanted to start with a title to this post that will hopefully make you think a little bit–a mashup of three different sentiments about peace. We are probably so familiar with … Continue reading →

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Holy Exchange – What You Receive, Not What You Give Up

Posted on February 28, 2021 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Even though I’m not Catholic, I took up the practice of Lent (the 40 days leading up to Easter that begins with Ash Wednesday) many years ago. This is a great invitation to reflect on and prepare our hearts for … Continue reading →

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Advent: The Invasion – Prince of Peace?

Posted on December 13, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

OK, so I’m a week behind unpacking the symbolism of the advent candles, but I’m working on God’s time and there was something more pressing I felt like I needed to post before I started into advent. So the second … Continue reading →

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Dwell in the House of the Lord

Posted on September 6, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Back to the 23rd Psalm, to finish out with the last verse: Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23:6 (NIV) … Continue reading →

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Not Equipped?

Posted on April 27, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

I was recently reminded of the bleak but genius “Hunger Games” series of books by Suzanne Collins. Her writing is full of insightful observations on the human condition, and one quote that came to mind in the midst of this … Continue reading →

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Poem from April 11, 2016

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Repeat Return I run away from You because of something I did that I wish I hadn’t. I Can’t face You, You will Punish me, I deserve it but Wish I didn’t. I Finally realize I can’t Hide from You, … Continue reading →

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