Tag Archives: Gospel

Can’t Get There From Here!

Posted on February 8, 2023 by suemariericker

I have some close ties to a religious cult (a religion regarded as unorthodox or spurious, and its adherents). When I believed the things they believed, I didn’t consider it to be cultic, and I am sure they don’t, either. … Continue reading →

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Bewitched

Posted on February 1, 2021 by suemariericker

I’ve thought a lot about these verses lately: “O foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? It was before your eyes that Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified. Let me ask you only this: Did you receive the Spirit by … Continue reading →

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How are Christians Supposed to Live?

Posted on January 26, 2018 by suemariericker

Most people, even those who are not believers (or I should say, especially those who are not believers), have opinions about how Christians are supposed to live.  Problems arise when people (Christian or not) make assumptions based on personal opinion … Continue reading →

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That’s Not True!

Posted on January 18, 2018 by suemariericker

I love going to church and hearing teachings that are clearly Holy Spirit anointed!  Characteristics of such sermons declare both the character of God and convey truth spoken from the Word of God.  The Good News is that the Bible … Continue reading →

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“Just Because…”

Posted on July 31, 2015 by suemariericker

  I think most people, whether they are Christians or not, recognize that there are natural consequences for many of the things we say or do—some of those consequences are good, some, not so much.  As I hear news reports … 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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Can I Help?

Posted on June 2, 2014 by suemariericker

My 3-year old granddaughter is a happy little character, eager to help when I’m cooking or doing some other household chores.  I know that it would be so much easier to just clean the floor or cook the meal without … Continue reading →

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Light Affliction

Posted on May 23, 2014 by suemariericker

Life is rarely convenient; in fact very often it is wrought with inconvenience and frustration.  As I have grown older, it takes more to annoy me or disrupt my “happy place” than when I was younger, but I find that … 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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An Open Letter To My Kids

Posted on March 18, 2013 by suemariericker

Howdy do, precious ones…. I thought I’d send y’all (or is that all y’all?) a little message just to share a couple of things the Lord spoke to me this past weekend in New York.  To be perfectly honest, I … Continue reading →

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