Tag Archives: Attitudes

Pointing Fingers

Posted on August 31, 2020 by suemariericker

I read a statement by Anne Graham Lotz recently, and it struck a chord in my heart: “We may never have another Great Awakening in our nation until you and I stop pointing our finger at ‘them’ and deal with … Continue reading →

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Under the Sun

Posted on May 21, 2020 by suemariericker

“What has been is what will be, and what has been done is what will be done, and there is nothing new under the sun.”  (Ecclesiastes 1:9) I’ve been reading the book of Hosea recently, thinking that my next prayer … Continue reading →

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A Bullying Spirit

Posted on March 21, 2018 by suemariericker

When I drop my granddaughter off at school in the mornings, I stand outside the fence and pray.  I pray over the students and the teachers, for safety and protection from invasive evil, physically, and from the philosophies of this … Continue reading →

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Fractured Relationships

Posted on January 18, 2017 by suemariericker

No doubt about it, I love the holidays! …the music, the movies, the food, the festive atmosphere—all of it!  But mostly I love being with family and friends.  Of course, some of the demands and schedules get a little harrowing, … Continue reading →

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What Comfort?

Posted on February 13, 2015 by suemariericker

I was upset as I read a comment someone made on another’s post a few days ago, adding scorn and criticism to an already wounded soul.  I think it is the many broken places in my own life that stirs … Continue reading →

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Recognizing Strongholds

Posted on December 4, 2014 by suemariericker

It has been several years now since I first listened to teaching about strongholds in a Christian’s life; my first reaction was something akin to, “I’m saved, filled with the Spirit, so no problems here!”  Time has shown me something … Continue reading →

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Focus!

Posted on October 21, 2014 by suemariericker

I suppose the “up-side” to doing embarrassing things is that they give me things to write about in my blog. I learn things in a “hands-on” sort of way, but I would prefer relegating that aspect of my personality to … Continue reading →

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Conned!

Posted on October 1, 2014 by suemariericker

I was convinced that I was smarter than that, to be taken in by a spiritual predator! And yet this scripture once again proves to be true: “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall” (Proverbs 16:18).  … Continue reading →

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Light!

Posted on August 20, 2013 by suemariericker

I admit that I love these days when I can walk away from church having my perspectives altered and my faith strengthened—there is no challenge to Biblical doctrine, however, my perception of truth is confronted. Not in the least unique … Continue reading →

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Doing Without

Posted on March 22, 2013 by suemariericker

Do all things… Yesterday, as sleep started to drift away and consciousness stepped in to take its place, I became aware of the gentle dripping of water—as I listened it became a steady, persistent stream and I immediately recognized the … Continue reading →

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