Tag Archives: Forgiveness

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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Corrupt Operating Systems

Posted on November 23, 2014 by suemariericker

I was planning to write about something else today until I ran into a glitch with my computer; fortunately, I have another one I can use until I can get things worked out with the one where my files are … Continue reading →

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…Good for the Soul

Posted on November 5, 2014 by suemariericker

I think most people are familiar with the adage “Confession is good for the soul”.  I attempted to find out the source of the saying and discovered that it is a Scottish proverb, though the complete maxim is, “Open confession … Continue reading →

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Father Knows Best!

Posted on October 11, 2014 by suemariericker

Our pastor recently began a teaching series on the foundational tenets of the Christian faith; I’ll be transparent here and let you know that I had a “ho-hum” reaction when he first announced the sermon topics—however, my opinion has changed … Continue reading →

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“I Will…!”

Posted on September 21, 2014 by suemariericker

Sometimes my thoughts are a little random, no surprise to my kids! Often I am amazed at how the Holy Spirit manages to pull those thoughts together for this blog… I was very busy last couple of weeks; and every … Continue reading →

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On Growing Up…

Posted on July 18, 2014 by suemariericker

Living with my 3-year old granddaughter and watching her 3-year old behavior, lately has sparked my thoughts about growing up and maturity.  I am pretty sure that she does not understand the concept of gratitude—little clues like moments of orneriness … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness

Posted on July 11, 2014 by suemariericker

I do my best to avoid political topics when I write these posts because, frankly, they are way too emotionally loaded and I believe heart issues and spiritual matters are much more important.  I have noticed that few people change … Continue reading →

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Afraid of Grace!

Posted on June 25, 2014 by suemariericker

I’ve been thinking about a couple of things I wrote in my last post, which I don’t want to correct, per se; rather, I want to expand those thoughts.  I made a comment that Satan   and his cohorts don’t show … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Abduction

Posted on June 20, 2014 by suemariericker

Our pastor is teaching a series through the book of Colossians and the verses he spoke on this past Sunday highlighted in my heart the insidiousness of errant teachings and beliefs.  I can’t explain why, when I read the phrase, … Continue reading →

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Sometimes I Just Don’t Get It!

Posted on June 13, 2014 by suemariericker

I was brought up in one of those “Jesus + ….. = Salvation” churches, and lest you consider any one particular denomination maintaining a corner on that market – they do not!  A phrase echoes in my heart from a … Continue reading →

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