Tag Archives: Christian living

Fight for Joy!

Posted on July 12, 2013 by suemariericker

Our pastor concluded a teaching series on spiritual warfare this past Sunday with a sermon titled, A Battle for Joy.  Now honestly, I’m sure I would not have thought to put “Joy” into a teaching about the battles that rage in … Continue reading →

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Our God of Surprises!

Posted on July 2, 2013 by suemariericker

I can guarantee you that I do not fully appreciate uncomfortable situations or difficult circumstances, particularly in light of the significance and faith-growth they hold for me!  I like certainty; I like security—I do not like facing the unknown. …in … Continue reading →

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BE AWARE!

Posted on June 4, 2013 by suemariericker

After dropping my granddaughter off at daycare, I stopped at a nearby park to enjoy the beauty of nature and refresh my soul in the crisp morning air.  Surrounded by the glories of the natural world—trees, a crisp green in … Continue reading →

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Cursed or Favored?

Posted on April 24, 2013 by suemariericker

I recently finished reading the book of Judges and began to consider curses.  There was a serious moral decline within the nation of Israel and the stories recorded in the last few chapters demonstrate some of the depths to which … Continue reading →

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God Works!

Posted on April 22, 2013 by suemariericker

I think one of the favorite scripture clubs that the more self-righteous (and I’m pretty sure everyone of us has self-righteous moments), whether Christian or non-believer, enjoys using on those who do not measure up to their standards or preach … Continue reading →

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Just The Facts!

Posted on April 15, 2013 by suemariericker

I am not perfect, and I find that information a bit disconcerting.  People who are not Christians like to condemn Christians for their imperfections and inconsistencies and I would prefer not having any evidence in my life to support their … Continue reading →

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Psalm 16

Posted on March 31, 2013 by suemariericker

Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoices; my flesh also will rest in hope.  For You will not leave my soul in Sheol, nor will You allow Your Holy One to see corruption.  You will show me the … Continue reading →

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Living Prophetically

Posted on March 29, 2013 by suemariericker

Pursue love, and desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy. …but he who prophesies speaks edification and exhortation and comfort to men (1 Cor. 14:1, 3). A comment made on one of my posts started me to thinking … Continue reading →

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Samson–Man of Grace!

Posted on March 28, 2013 by suemariericker

Every time I have read about the life of Samson recorded in the book of Judges, I looked with criticism at the way he lived and the choices he made—focusing on his weaknesses rather than seeing him as a man … 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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