Tag Archives: Resurrection

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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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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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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I Know That You Are Looking for Jesus

Posted on April 4, 2021 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, … Continue reading →

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Being Resurrected by the Resurrected King

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

One week removed from Easter, how are you feeling now? How long did the Easter glow last? For me, Holy Week 2020 was a deeper, richer experience than normal, thanks to the forced rhythm of life being slower this year … Continue reading →

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