Tag Archives: Hope

Happy New Year!

Posted on January 2, 2014 by suemariericker

I have a great deal of reticence towards writing a New Year’s blog – though I’m sure many people are sharing their thoughts and inspirations for 2014 – I don’t do resolutions because I’m sure I’ve broken as many as … Continue reading →

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No Longer A Widow

Posted on September 29, 2013 by suemariericker

I like to pray; I like to take long walks in the woods and pour out my heart to God, telling Him of my fears, my goals, my concerns, relating thoughts and observations about my kids and grandkids…telling Him just … Continue reading →

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My Reason…

Posted on September 12, 2013 by suemariericker

I’ve been thinking quite a bit about a scripture in the book of Isaiah that describes the treatment Jesus received from many people when He lived as a man on earth—“He was despised and rejected by men” (Isaiah 53:3).  I … Continue reading →

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Who is God, Anyway?

Posted on September 7, 2013 by suemariericker

Recently, some ladies and I were discussing an issue that concerned us, and one of my friends made the comment, “God is spontaneous!”  Her statement got me to thinking about some of the characteristics of God and from my experiences … Continue reading →

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Our God of Surprises!

Posted on July 2, 2013 by suemariericker

I can guarantee you that I do not fully appreciate uncomfortable situations or difficult circumstances, particularly in light of the significance and faith-growth they hold for me!  I like certainty; I like security—I do not like facing the unknown. …in … Continue reading →

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A Good Man!

Posted on June 23, 2013 by suemariericker

I was raised in a church that sadly, did not give me any confidence in the saving grace of Jesus and the keeping power of the Holy Spirit—claiming to be “saved” was a little too presumptuous because there was no knowing … Continue reading →

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God Sees Sparrows (I look for cardinals)

Posted on June 20, 2013 by suemariericker

I love my morning walks at a nature preserve near where I live; the serene lakes, tall trees, refreshing morning air all serve to quiet my soul.  I particularly love seeing the birds and critters that make this park their … 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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Monsters!

Posted on May 6, 2013 by suemariericker

As the days countdown to my son’s pending deployment, I cannot help but be touched by the fact that some people might consider him a monster—and they are not enemy combatants!  There are influential voices, guiding policy makers on religious … Continue reading →

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Quicksand

Posted on February 16, 2013 by suemariericker

I woke up this morning after a rather vivid dream, the kind of dream that I like to think about and explore the depths to discover if there is any meaning or significance I can gather for my life. It … Continue reading →

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