tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10535027369384463652024-03-12T23:48:37.861-07:00The Mystery & Minstrel: Musings on God and LifeSusanne Scheppmann - Mystic Muser, Writer, & AuthorSusanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.comBlogger406125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-2692599746688406062018-08-09T07:03:00.000-07:002018-08-09T07:04:18.394-07:00Sweet Potato Times
Sweet Potato Times
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key Verse:
Ecclesiastes 3:1, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.” (NIV)
Devotion:
Another Thanksgiving spent with my husband’s family. I did not want to go, again. I begrudged the yearly expectation to show up with a smile and a hot dish. My list of complaints grew each year as Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-50235670247893633372018-07-29T07:31:00.000-07:002018-07-29T07:31:28.955-07:00Death Valley
“Death Valley”
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key verse: Psalm 23:1-4, “God, my shepherd! I don't need a thing. You have bedded me down in lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from. True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction. Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I'm not afraid when you walk at my side. Your trusty shepherd's crook makesSusanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-40081658932417013032018-07-25T07:31:00.000-07:002018-07-25T07:31:38.527-07:00“Spouse!”
“Spouse!”
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key verse:
Psalm 68:3, “But may the righteous be glad and rejoice before God; may they be happy and joyful.” (NIV)
Devotion:
My girlfriend, Connie, has a hilarious husband. With complete love and tenderness in his voice, he will holler for her, “Spouse!” Now to someone’s ear who doesn’t know him and her it could be Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-49910797738728436962018-07-22T13:55:00.000-07:002018-07-22T13:55:02.661-07:00A Legacy
“A Legacy”
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key verse:
Psalm 143:5
I remember the days of long ago; I meditate on all your works and consider what your hands have done. (NIV)
Devotion:
I opened the closet and sighed. My New Year’s resolution to clean out all the clutter of my home suddenly seemed overwhelming. How do I begin to sort through all the stuff ISusanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-60257830455422425022018-07-19T09:03:00.000-07:002018-07-19T09:03:38.506-07:00“The Freedom Cry”
“The Freedom Cry”
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key verse:
Galatians 5:1, “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” (NIV)
Devotion:
“But as for me, give me liberty or give me death!” This famous quotation written March 23, 1775 by Patrick Henry was the heart-cry of an American patriotSusanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-18122175927938969932018-07-16T07:22:00.000-07:002018-07-16T07:22:06.000-07:00The Engagement Part 2<!--[if !mso]>
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Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-15857994036825091042018-07-11T06:38:00.001-07:002018-07-11T06:38:29.760-07:00The Bridal Veil. Part 2
“The Bridal Veil”
Part 2
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key verse:
Revelation 19:7-8, “Let us rejoice and be glad and give the glory to Him, for the marriage of the Lamb has come and His bride has made herself ready." And it was given to her to clothe herself in fine linen, bright and clean; for the fine linen is the righteous acts of the saints.” (NASB)
Devotion:
The groom liftsSusanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-72863274010733530732018-07-11T06:38:00.000-07:002018-07-11T06:38:10.096-07:00The Bridal Veil. Part 1
“The Bridal Veil”
Part 1
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key verse:
Hebrews 6:19, This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast and one which enters within the veil. (NASB)
Devotion:
Tall majestic pine trees lined the path. Fragrant forest scents seasoned the air. I did not expect to see anything more scenic than this path through Yosemite Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-61197624471229735442018-07-03T18:03:00.001-07:002018-07-03T18:03:32.853-07:00
Merry Christmas in July
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key
Verse:
“Then the angel said to them, "Do not
be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to
all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior,
who is Christ the Lord.” (Luke 2:10-11NKJV)
Devotion:
I should have used
that newly advertised “Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-19678611721528056002018-05-13T18:17:00.000-07:002018-05-13T18:17:10.739-07:00
“Spiritual
Motherhood”
By Susanne
Scheppmann
Key Verse:
1
Thessalonians 2:7-8, “But we were gentle among you, like a mother caring for
her little children. We loved you so
much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but
our lives as well, because you had become so dear to us.” (NIV)
Devotion:
My
long sullen face refused to smile, even though Kay Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-83604037797351685332018-04-08T17:11:00.001-07:002018-04-08T17:11:56.152-07:00
“He is Risen! Indeed!”
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key
Verse:
“.
. . It is true! The Lord has risen . . .” Luke 24:34 (NIV)
Devotion:
Over the past few days, I have
heard the phrase, "He is risen!" Somewhere from the recesses of my
memory the return phrase, “His is risen, indeed!" has sprung from my mouth.
The phrase, “He is risen!
Indeed!” is Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-67790472245662313812018-03-26T12:05:00.001-07:002018-03-26T12:05:19.306-07:00
Chickadee Peeps
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key Verse:
“Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the
aged.” (Proverbs 17:6a NLT)
Devotion:
Hmmmm . . .it’s time for those yellow,
sugary-marshmallow candies formed into squiggly chicks, better known as PEEPS®.
They rank as one of my favorite springtime treats. Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-73944867468590357022018-03-15T12:27:00.001-07:002018-03-15T12:27:10.200-07:00
Spring-Cleaning
By Susanne
Scheppmann
Key Verse:
Mark
7:14-15, “Again Jesus called the crowd to him and said, "Listen to me,
everyone, and understand this. Nothing
outside a man can make him 'unclean' by going into him. Rather, it is what
comes out of a man that makes him 'unclean.'” (NIV)
Devotion:
Dust
bunnies run under the bed. Spidery
cobwebs dangle from the Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-71266149725819983982018-02-23T09:17:00.000-08:002018-02-23T09:17:01.826-08:00
The Ex-Factor
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key
Verse:
“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be
careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. If it is possible, as far
as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” (Romans 12:17-18 NIV)
Devotion:
“Your ex-husband stayed with you when your son
graduated?” my friend asked.
“Yes,” I said.
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Prince of
Peace and a President
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key
Verse:
“I
urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving
be made for everyone-- for kings and all those in authority, that we may live
peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1Timothy 2:1-2 (NIV)
Devotion:
I
tucked away the last of the Christmas Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-5087933379150977332018-02-16T09:02:00.001-08:002018-02-16T09:02:24.315-08:00
No Power
By Susanne
Scheppmann
Key Verse:
Ephesians
3:16, “I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power
through his Spirit in your inner being.” (NIV)
Devotion:
Today
my plans were to “carpe-diem”—to seize the day. I snatched a yogurt and read my
email. Next, I went for my daily three-mile walk, and then I hurried back to my
office to write. That’s when theSusanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-11479832685719211402018-02-12T09:01:00.002-08:002018-02-12T09:01:23.561-08:00
Pass It
On
By Susanne
Scheppmann
Key Verse:
Mark
16:15, “He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the good news
to all creation.” (NIV)
Devotion:
“Welcome! What can I get
for you today?”
“A large Café Americano. Extra shot, please.”
Room for cream?
Nope, just add the extra jolt of caffeine.
“OK, that will be $4.85 at the window”
The car ahead ofSusanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-32916239607324874042018-02-10T06:15:00.001-08:002018-02-10T06:15:50.604-08:00
Conversation
Hearts
By Susanne
Scheppmann
Key Verse:
Isaiah
28:23, “Listen and hear my voice; pay attention and hear what I say.” (NIV)
Devotion:
Conversation
Hearts Candies top my list of favorite things during the month of
February. I remember all the way
through elementary and high school attempting to converse with my friends
through passing the Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-67037839517382661592018-02-05T09:26:00.000-08:002018-02-05T09:26:03.302-08:00
Divine Prayers
By Susanne Scheppmann
Key Verse:
“So is my word that goes
out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I
desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.” Isaiah
55:11 (NIV)
Devotion:
I
lifted myself from my knees and wiped the tears of frustration from my eyes.
Once again, I felt like my prayers had bounced off the Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-16326495230422455012018-02-02T09:43:00.000-08:002018-02-02T09:43:21.079-08:00
“Stained-Glass
Saints”
By Susanne
Scheppmann
Key Verse:
Luke
17:5, “The apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith!"
(NIV)
Devotion:
I
strolled through the old church cemetery in England. The church dated back to
the 1200’s. Although the headstones were weather-beaten and worn, I could still
read a few of the inscriptions:
“She Walked with God.”
“He Lived Faithful.”
“Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-15831013410284109212018-01-29T10:29:00.001-08:002018-01-29T10:29:09.328-08:00
Sheep Thoughts
by Susanne Scheppmann
Key
Verse;
“I
myself will tend my sheep and have them lie down, declares the Sovereign
Lord.” Ezekiel 34:15 (NIV)
Devotion:
Our car came to a complete stop on the winding
mountain road. The herd of sheep meandered across the highway. They sashayed
their way across the road to munch on a few mouthfuls of grass. The shepherd
tried to hurrySusanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-464317730048260822018-01-26T09:02:00.000-08:002018-01-26T09:02:52.029-08:00Dancing with Sugarplum<!--[if gte mso 9]>
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“Nobody
Likes a Quitter”
By Susanne
Scheppmann
Key Verse:
Psalm
27:14, “Stay with God! Take heart. Don't quit. I'll say it again: Stay with
God. (The Message)
Devotion:
It’s
that time of year. The time of year when people make New Year Resolutions. I don’t like New Year resolutions. Why you
ask? Because I never accomplish my admirable goals such as weight loss,
exercise, Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1053502736938446365.post-27524132142911898252018-01-20T10:46:00.001-08:002018-01-20T10:49:07.082-08:00Heartbreak Happens
Heartbreak
Happens
By Susanne
Scheppmann
Key Verse:
A
time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance. Ecclesiastes 3:4 (NIV)
Devotion:
The
privilege to see her develop from a darling “Gerber” baby to an adorable
four-year-old were the best years of my life.
Every time I picked her up from preschool her eyes would light up. She’d jump up Susanne Scheppmannhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05248109632347548570noreply@blogger.com0