Tag Archives: Grace

A Place for Us

Posted on September 29, 2017 by suemariericker

Christians in the military face a dilemma most people don’t have to address, either at all, or as frequently as those serving their country.  Many Christians face opposition or antagonism in their workplace when they acknowledge their faith and take … Continue reading →

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“But God Promised!”

Posted on September 15, 2016 by suemariericker

I am continually amazed at how some very familiar portions of scripture have verses tucked away in them that seem incongruent with what I imagine are God’s intentions and the way He works.  I like them! …those challenging verses.  I … Continue reading →

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Earthquake!!!

Posted on June 15, 2016 by suemariericker

I was jolted awake by an earthquake one night last week; initially, when I woke up, I saw our cat standing at the foot of my bed and I thought it was her jumping up that caused the bed to … Continue reading →

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Blameless!

Posted on April 29, 2016 by suemariericker

Lately I’ve been struggling with my schedule, how I’ve been using my time, and having a lot of difficulty sitting down to write this blog.  I’ve been wrestling with my own imperfections (besides being confronted about them) and struggling with … Continue reading →

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Not by Might…

Posted on January 4, 2016 by suemariericker

I decided that it was time to begin at the beginning, reading and praying through the first five books of the Bible.  I confess that writing both my blog and my prayer journals have become quite a task for me—between … Continue reading →

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Three Years…

Posted on September 22, 2015 by suemariericker

I have been hoping to write something to recognize the upcoming 3-year anniversary of Saeed Abedini’s imprisonment in an Iranian prison.  I think most Christians recognize his name and understand that he is an American pastor, unjustly held and tortured … Continue reading →

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The Words of My Mouth

Posted on September 9, 2015 by suemariericker

I mentioned in my last post that the best words I can write are not my words but God’s Word.  Yet, by the grace of God, I have the opportunity to share my thoughts and my words here.  My thoughts … Continue reading →

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Teaching Moments

Posted on May 13, 2015 by suemariericker

I had a “teaching moment” with my 4 year-old granddaughter this morning that I needed just as much as she did.  I should have realized that she was enjoying her shower last night just waaaaay too much—when she got out, … Continue reading →

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Growing In Grace

Posted on January 16, 2015 by suemariericker

My hope for the New Year is that I will continually grow in the knowledge and grace of my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Spending time with Him is a good way to nurture our relationship; however, understanding and cultivating … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 3, 2015 by suemariericker

I haven’t written anything for the past few weeks because I was staying in a hotel room and with my daughter and granddaughter—since I posted my “official” Christmas blog,  I figured that I was off the hook as far as … Continue reading →

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