Tag Archives: Spirituality

Pressing On…

Posted on January 2, 2018 by suemariericker

“Not that I…am already perfect, but I press on…. One thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in … Continue reading →

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Recognizing Strongholds

Posted on December 4, 2014 by suemariericker

It has been several years now since I first listened to teaching about strongholds in a Christian’s life; my first reaction was something akin to, “I’m saved, filled with the Spirit, so no problems here!”  Time has shown me something … Continue reading →

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Supernatural!

Posted on October 26, 2014 by suemariericker

“What supernatural event from the Bible is your favorite?  Why?”  These questions were posed at our community/home Bible study group this past week. Wow! Those are not easy questions—there are so many miraculous events to consider, how do you choose?  … Continue reading →

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Conned!

Posted on October 1, 2014 by suemariericker

I was convinced that I was smarter than that, to be taken in by a spiritual predator! And yet this scripture once again proves to be true: “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall” (Proverbs 16:18).  … Continue reading →

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“Me” Time

Posted on April 25, 2014 by suemariericker

Whether we envision it as a necessity or long for it as a luxury, most people covet “me” time—time away from the demands and responsibilities of life that seem to sap us of energy and focus.  I have been thinking … Continue reading →

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Cultivating Life

Posted on March 5, 2014 by suemariericker

I am not thin.  In fact, to some I am just the opposite.  Throughout my life, there were those who teased me about my weight; I’ve been told that no one could love me, rejected in a culture that loves … Continue reading →

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Wounded Spirits

Posted on February 27, 2014 by suemariericker

I am not sure how many people recognize that there is such a thing as “spiritual abuse”; however, the first time I heard the phrase it resonated with my understanding of the leadership and doctrines of some churches and religions.  … Continue reading →

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Being God’s Friend

Posted on February 11, 2014 by suemariericker

On the list of adventures I could choose, driving across country with a 3-year old in the car would not appear in my top ten.  However, when God puts a path before you, it is a good idea to figure … Continue reading →

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Liberty and Justice

Posted on October 24, 2013 by suemariericker

The hope of my heart, and I believe the hearts of all people, echoes the sweet benediction of the Pledge of Allegiance, “with liberty and justice for all”; yet I am quite confident that for most, the primary concern is … Continue reading →

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Indivisible

Posted on October 15, 2013 by suemariericker

I mentioned this before, and I think most people recognize that United States citizens live in a divided country.  We are not one nation under God and we are not indivisible!  However, acknowledging division in our country is one thing; … Continue reading →

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