Tag Archives: Faith

The War on Terror

Posted on August 12, 2013 by suemariericker

With acts of terrorism in the news and the embassy closings in the past week, it is a little difficult not to be affected in one way or another by the threat of terrorist acts.  This is a random thought, … Continue reading →

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Watchmen!

Posted on August 8, 2013 by suemariericker

The book of Ezekiel is not an easy one; however, as with every book in the Bible, it holds valuable truth for Christians.  I think, particularly in these days of world conflict and national turmoil, this book holds treasures of … Continue reading →

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God-Actualization

Posted on August 1, 2013 by suemariericker

I am quite sure that anyone who has taken a psychology class at some time is familiar with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs—presented in the format of a 5-tier pyramid, our basic needs for air, food, water, and sleep comprise some … Continue reading →

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God’s Favorite Child

Posted on July 26, 2013 by suemariericker

I have three children who I love dearly and would be hard-pressed in any attempt to figure out which one of them is my favorite—each one is unique and extremely special to me, although I relate to them in different … Continue reading →

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Mulberry Trees

Posted on July 21, 2013 by suemariericker

I have been thinking a lot about Mulberry trees the past couple of days—I’m not familiar with them because I grew up in Oregon and don’t remember seeing any growing there.  So I looked up a couple of websites to … Continue reading →

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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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Blocked Reception

Posted on July 7, 2013 by suemariericker

I experienced one of those moments (that lasted 2 days) this week that most of the less technically adept encounter at one time or another.  In this particular instance, my computer, the one I use for most of my writing, … 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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A Good Man!

Posted on June 23, 2013 by suemariericker

I was raised in a church that sadly, did not give me any confidence in the saving grace of Jesus and the keeping power of the Holy Spirit—claiming to be “saved” was a little too presumptuous because there was no knowing … Continue reading →

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God Sees Sparrows (I look for cardinals)

Posted on June 20, 2013 by suemariericker

I love my morning walks at a nature preserve near where I live; the serene lakes, tall trees, refreshing morning air all serve to quiet my soul.  I particularly love seeing the birds and critters that make this park their … Continue reading →

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