Tag Archives: God’s Love

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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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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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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Some “Buts…” Allowed

Posted on November 22, 2013 by suemariericker

Have you ever been in one of those conversations where you pour out your heart to a person or excitedly share something that the Holy Spirit is teaching you from the Bible and their response starts with the word, “but….”?  … Continue reading →

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Fire and Faith

Posted on November 14, 2013 by suemariericker

My life is still in a state of upheaval though I am happy to say that we have completed the journey from Virginia to California.  We were blessed with safe travels and are staying temporarily with my son (who recently … Continue reading →

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The Father’s Heart

Posted on June 1, 2013 by suemariericker

A family tragedy recently started me to thinking about the Father’s heart—our unseen Father’s nature and disposition towards His children.  I have found that even in the best of homes, human fathers are just that – human.  …and humans, even … Continue reading →

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Blessing

Posted on May 19, 2013 by suemariericker

I read the book of Ruth recently, and near the end of those few chapters is a blessing, spoken to Naomi:  “Blessed be the Lord who has not left you this day without a close relative; and may his name … Continue reading →

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Shake It Off!

Posted on May 13, 2013 by suemariericker

My daughter, two-year old granddaughter and I went to a park recently.  It was a lovely day and little Miss Energy was dashing around eagerly looking at flowers, bugs, and her personal favorite, rocks.  In the midst of her half-running, … 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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Tear Down That Wall!

Posted on March 12, 2013 by suemariericker

I have been thinking about walls for a while now; this past weekend brought those thoughts to the surface. Walls are multi-purpose things—they keep people out, they keep people in, they are defensive in nature, they provide protection, they define … Continue reading →

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