Tag Archives: We can rise from the ashes

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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Behold! God Makes All Things New! Even (or Especially) You and Me!

Posted on January 28, 2024 by Writing & Photography by David K. Carpenter

Introduction We all have moments in our lives when we burst into flames. Or drown. Or bury ourselves. Pick your metaphor for getting beaten down by this life, this painfully broken world. I hate to admit that I’ve been dealing … Continue reading →

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