Pastor Jeremy Wiersema
- By Pastor Jeremy Wiersema, Reformed Church of SteenMay 28, 2025This past Monday was Memorial Day. Flags lined streets in many small towns and flew above cemeteries. Memorial Day, as we all know, is a day to remember those who have died while serving our nation in the military. There were gatherings across our nation and speeches were given that were heartfelt and carefully crafted. Those who died serving in our armed forces died so that people like you…
- By Pastor Jeremy Wiersema, Reformed Church of SteenDecember 18, 2024Are you ready for Christmas? There are only a few days left to get prepared. There are probably presents to wrap, and food to make. For me the shopping is done, and the best part is yet to come. My wife and I get to give gifts to people whom we love. One thing I have learned over the years is that a gift is only given when it has been received. That reminds me of a true story about my friend…
- By Pastor Jeremy Wiersema, Reformed Church of SteenOctober 02, 2024I am sure that many of us have noticed the extra farm vehicles on the road recently. In southwest Minnesota it is harvest time, and I love it. This love for the harvest began in me at an early age. I have fond memories of riding with my grandpa in the combine or my uncles in the tractor pulling wagons. I also remember the rides to the elevator, and if I was good, there might have been a glass…
- By Pastor Jeremy Wiersema, Reformed Church of SteenJuly 17, 2024Wishes are something I find fascinating. They have found a place in the life of every person I have ever met. It seems we all wish for something. Over time our wishes might change, but sometimes they stay the same. Wishes are something I learned about early in my life. As a young boy I vividly remember being told to make a wish before I blew out the candles on my birthday cake. I don’t…
- By Pastor Jeremy Wiersema, Reformed Church of SteenFebruary 14, 2024A few weeks ago, I received some good news. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law had a baby boy. He was their first child and this was wonderful news. I shared with many people that I became an uncle again. I was excited for them and I was happy to see our family grow. I am sure that my excitement at this good news doesn’t come as a surprise to any of you. Good news is good news and we love…
- By Pastor Jeremy Wiersema, Reformed Church of SteenDecember 20, 2023For forty years the Israelites had been moving around in the wilderness. They didn’t travel far, but they couldn’t stay in one place. What was the reason they remained in the wilderness? To say it in a single word? Fear! Forty years earlier Moses had told the people to go into the land. They were too afraid. Their spies came back and told tales of tall people with powerful armies. The people…
- By Pastor Jeremy Wiersema, Reformed Church of SteenOctober 25, 2023“Test everything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every king of evil.” (I Thessalonians 5:21-22 NIV) I wish we all could trust everyone. When I was in second grade, I learned a really hard life lesson. I learned that not everybody in the world had my best interest at heart. It was the first day of school and our teacher asked us what was the best part of our summer vacation. I was excited to…
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