Tag Archives: scripture

When Fear Assails Us

Posted on March 9, 2020 by suemariericker

Father, fear seems to be gripping our nation, not just because of the political turmoil and violence, but also because of a virus that appears to be spreading exponentially.  Scripture identifies the source of fear as spiritual (2 Timothy 1:7), … Continue reading →

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Afraid and Discouraged

Posted on March 5, 2019 by suemariericker

A couple of friends and I have been studying Ann Graham Lotz’ “The Daniel Prayer” together—and it has been both timely and amazing.  I have, for a very many years, felt the desire and call to be an intercessor.  The … Continue reading →

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“A Peaceful and Quiet Life”

Posted on February 15, 2019 by suemariericker

How does one live a “peaceful and quiet” life with so much turmoil, animosity, and hatred confronting us just about everywhere we turn nowadays?  I recognize that there are some who choose to be blissfully isolated or insulated from the … Continue reading →

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When No Means “NO!”

Posted on January 23, 2019 by suemariericker

It is a difficult journey when friends, relatives, significant others, or persons in authority refuse to accept an individual’s courage to stand up for themselves, their ability to disagree, or one’s right to say “no!”  We want to be acknowledged, … Continue reading →

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Murky Water

Posted on October 5, 2013 by suemariericker

I confess.  Yes, I admit there is a bit of a “you don’t think I can do this?  Just wait and see, I’ll show you” attitude in me.  To be honest, I have taken that approach to reading the Bible, … Continue reading →

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Allegiance

Posted on August 27, 2013 by suemariericker

As I’ve been reading through the prophesies in the Biblical book of Ezekiel, my heart has been touched by the messages about the nation of Egypt, particularly in light of the tragic violence occurring there now.  Once a great nation, … Continue reading →

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The War on Terror

Posted on August 12, 2013 by suemariericker

With acts of terrorism in the news and the embassy closings in the past week, it is a little difficult not to be affected in one way or another by the threat of terrorist acts.  This is a random thought, … Continue reading →

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BE AWARE!

Posted on June 4, 2013 by suemariericker

After dropping my granddaughter off at daycare, I stopped at a nearby park to enjoy the beauty of nature and refresh my soul in the crisp morning air.  Surrounded by the glories of the natural world—trees, a crisp green in … Continue reading →

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Living Prophetically

Posted on March 29, 2013 by suemariericker

Pursue love, and desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy. …but he who prophesies speaks edification and exhortation and comfort to men (1 Cor. 14:1, 3). A comment made on one of my posts started me to thinking … Continue reading →

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Too Busy to Fight!

Posted on March 11, 2013 by suemariericker

I think I prefer to write observations backed by scripture, but today I want to share observations made through experience…. Here’s the facts:  I just do not want to fight anymore; I do not want to argue, I do not … Continue reading →

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