Tag Archives: Worship

Forgiven!

Posted on April 11, 2015 by suemariericker

Easter is an incredibly meaningful holiday for Christians, though I do not think we will grasp the full significance of the resurrection until we see Jesus.  I struggle, though, trying to comprehend all that Jesus did (and continues to do) for … Continue reading →

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Fire and Faith

Posted on November 14, 2013 by suemariericker

My life is still in a state of upheaval though I am happy to say that we have completed the journey from Virginia to California.  We were blessed with safe travels and are staying temporarily with my son (who recently … Continue reading →

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This Is How It’s Done

Posted on September 20, 2013 by suemariericker

I admit that there are scriptures, particularly in the gospels, that I have read many times and they become almost overly familiar to me—the story of Jesus’ encounter with the woman of Samaria at Jacob’s well is one of those … 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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Blessing

Posted on May 19, 2013 by suemariericker

I read the book of Ruth recently, and near the end of those few chapters is a blessing, spoken to Naomi:  “Blessed be the Lord who has not left you this day without a close relative; and may his name … 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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Psalm 144 – Blessed be the Lord, my Rock!

Posted on February 24, 2013 by suemariericker

Blessed be the Lord, my rock! Father, fill me with your Holy Spirit today and train my heart and my hands for war; train me for the spiritual battles I encounter each day. You are my shield, subdue every evil … Continue reading →

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Helping God, Part 2

Posted on February 23, 2013 by suemariericker

In a previous blog I commented on the scripture in Judges 5:3 where a people were cursed for not helping God– Curse Meroz, says the angel of the Lord, curse its inhabitants thoroughly, because they did not come to the … Continue reading →

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