Tag Archives: surrender

Slaying the Giants Within

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

What if the giant causing you fear isn’t out in the world—but living inside your own mind?

Drawing from Philippians 4 and the story of David and Goliath, this reflection explores how prayer, surrender, and trust in God help us face anxiety, fear, and uncertainty. The giant may not disappear immediately, but it becomes much smaller when viewed in the shadow of a much bigger God. Continue reading →

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The Patience of God

Posted on March 1, 2026 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

When God feels slow, it’s tempting to interpret delay as distance. But what if what feels like slowness is actually divine patience? In this reflection, I explore how trusting God’s “fullness of time” shifts our faith from urgency to peace — and how His patience shapes both our character and our timing. Continue reading →

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