Tag Archives: Philippians 4

Comfort God

Posted on October 12, 2025 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

As autumn settles in, our hearts often reach for comfort—warm foods, cozy routines, or familiar scents. But these sources of comfort are temporary. True and lasting comfort comes only from God, the “Father of compassion and the God of all comfort.” In this reflection on loss, memory, and faith, we explore how God offers not just physical comfort but deep solace—peace that abides even in sorrow. Continue reading →

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The Joy of the Lord Is My Strength

Posted on September 28, 2025 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Nehemiah’s words, “the joy of the Lord is your strength” (Nehemiah 8:10), remind us that our deepest resilience doesn’t come from grit or determination but from God’s presence and promises. Joy is not the same as happiness—it is the steady confidence that Christ is with us, loves us, and strengthens us. This post explores what that means, how Paul echoed it in Philippians 4:4 and Philippians 4:13, and offers practical ways we can live it out today, even in times of trial or spiritual battle. Continue reading →

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