OPEN OR SHUT? March 21, 2020 | Matthew 25:1–13 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue Pastor and author Brian G. Hedges says that spiritual watchfulness or vigilance is “our most neglected spiritual discipline.” Spiritual watchfulness involves—through self-examination, prayer, and accountability—actively guarding our hearts against sin. He urges us to keep our focus on the Lord: “Our goal […]
SHUT THE TEMPLE DOORS March 12, 2020 | Malachi 1:6–14 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue In years past, a student would show respect to a favorite teacher with the gift of an apple. But what if the apple was rotten or full of worms? Then what would traditionally have been a sign of respect and honor […]