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Idols!
Whenever something “good” becomes what’s “best,” we may be worshipping an idol. That’s a thought that rose to the surface as I was having a discussion today with some other pastors about the book Center Church by Timothy Keller. You’re probably … Continue reading
Posted in Congregational Life, Relationship Priorities
Tagged idolatry, priorities, Thumbs Up
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Tornadoed!
I’ve always enjoyed spending time on the farm with my cousin, Aaron, in northeast Nebraska. A few years ago I helped him lay down a new wood laminate floor in his living room. Earlier this week I saw my dad who … Continue reading
Posted in Relationship Priorities, Worldview
Tagged family, Jesus, priorities, Thumbs Up
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MORE Music to My Ears
Last year at this time I wrote about the blessings of our VBS (Vacation Bible School) week here at Faith Lutheran. I noted that it was “music to my ears” when several children asked me for a Bible of their … Continue reading
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Tagged God's way, Thumbs Up, time management
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A Peep Show
Last week I got away with all my in-laws for some long-needed vacation time. I had a great time focusing on my thumb and first two fingers. Using the “Thumbs Up” illustration, that means I reconnected with Jesus, my wife, my kids and several … Continue reading
Vacation or Vaccination?
Next week I’m heading on a vacation. However, when I’ve told some people where I’m going, they say it sounds about as much fun as having a vaccination. You see, I’ll be spending a week in northern Michigan sharing a … Continue reading
Time with Your Teen
Parents often lament the trials of raising a teen. They complain that they just don’t know their child anymore. It’s very easy for parents to become separated from their teen-aged children. Those teens are torn by so many feelings as … Continue reading
A Father’s Day Gift
Hi everyone! First let me introduce myself. I am not Pastor Biermann; I’m his fifteen year old daughter Hannah. This Father’s Day instead of giving Dad a tangible present, I decided to write this blog entry for him. My Dad … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Teen Life
Tagged Example, incarnational, Parenting, sacrificial, unconditional
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RETREAT!
RETREAT! In battle, that cry often signals there’s trouble and you’re on the losing side. However, in a marriage, the cry of “RETREAT!” can be an important reminder of something very good for the couple. Time away as ONLY husband … Continue reading
Safe in Her Husband’s Arms
Dr. Meriam Ibrahim. She’s been in the news a lot lately. She’s a Christian woman. Great! She’s married to a Christian husband. Wonderful! She’s the proud mom of a 20 month old little boy. Super! She just gave birth to … Continue reading
ACCURATE Divorce Statistics
My blog last week was so intriguing to many that I thought it was worth one more week of attention. The accurate statistics on the longevity and satisfaction in marriage are so encouraging that I decided to put them here … Continue reading