Tag Archives: Fear

Stir Up!

Posted on October 20, 2021 by suemariericker

One of my favorites, and most often quoted verses is 2 Timothy 1:7: “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but one of power, love, and sound judgment.” There is so much that can be said about … Continue reading →

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Won’t You Be My Neighbor?

Posted on April 6, 2020 by suemariericker

I was born in 1950, a part of a generation considered baby boomers—children born after WWII, between 1946 to 1964.  I remember the shock and grief that assailed the nation when President Kennedy was assassinated, when people who were concerned … Continue reading →

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When Fear Assails Us

Posted on March 9, 2020 by suemariericker

Father, fear seems to be gripping our nation, not just because of the political turmoil and violence, but also because of a virus that appears to be spreading exponentially.  Scripture identifies the source of fear as spiritual (2 Timothy 1:7), … Continue reading →

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God of Comfort

Posted on August 7, 2019 by suemariericker

Recently, some friends of mine experienced unthinkable tragedies in their lives, the kind of heartbreaks that leave people reeling with anguish and questions. In both situations, young children were left without one of their parents. A bell rang and a … Continue reading →

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Afraid and Discouraged

Posted on March 5, 2019 by suemariericker

A couple of friends and I have been studying Ann Graham Lotz’ “The Daniel Prayer” together—and it has been both timely and amazing.  I have, for a very many years, felt the desire and call to be an intercessor.  The … Continue reading →

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Strongholds

Posted on March 14, 2018 by suemariericker

Writing about strongholds is not easy; in fact, I think for most of us, acknowledging areas of vulnerability in our lives is quite unsettling.  However, it usually isn’t long after receiving Jesus as our Savior that we are confronted with … Continue reading →

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Supernatural!

Posted on October 26, 2014 by suemariericker

“What supernatural event from the Bible is your favorite?  Why?”  These questions were posed at our community/home Bible study group this past week. Wow! Those are not easy questions—there are so many miraculous events to consider, how do you choose?  … Continue reading →

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No Fear!

Posted on September 26, 2014 by suemariericker

I’ve been reading the book of Jeremiah lately and am captivated by the story in chapter 36 where Jeremiah summoned Baruch and dictated to him every message the Lord had given against Judah, Israel, and other nations. When the scroll … Continue reading →

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Power, Love, and a Sound Mind

Posted on September 5, 2014 by suemariericker

Circumstances frequently bring my thoughts back to the verse in 2nd Timothy that declares, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind” (1:7 NKJV).  Interestingly, various Bible … Continue reading →

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Building Materials

Posted on April 11, 2014 by suemariericker

I received a letter recently that took me back in my memory to a difficult time in my life, one that I did not handle with faith or grace. I was a Christian at the time; however, I did not … Continue reading →

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