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Kirk of the Hills: Building a Bright Future for the Next Generation

Kirk of the Hills builds to accommodate its growing ministries and prepare for the next generation.

Devotion for July 28, 2026

Amazing Grace Romans 3:21–26 And are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus. Romans 3:24 When a person is first presented with the pure core of Christianity, the reaction is usually revulsion. We want to save ourselves, and anything that suggests that we cannot do so is…

Devotion for July 27, 2026

Silence at Last Romans 3:9–20 So that every mouth may be stopped, and the whole world may be held accountable to God. Romans 3:19 Some years ago there was a dance instructor who had been out late on a Saturday evening. In the wee hours of the morning, he staggered back to his hotel room,…

Protecting the Sheep from Domineering Pastors

The lust to dominate rarely begins with naked ambition; it usually begins with real competence.

Devotion for July 24, 2026

The Long-Suffering God Romans 2:1–16 Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience? Romans 2:4 (NIV) There are two ways we can go in responding to God’s kindness, tolerance, and patience. Paul is clear about them. One way is repentance, the way Scripture urges. The other is defiance, or…

Children’s Ministry Beyond Sunday

The local church has a beautiful opportunity to assist parents as they disciple their children.

The Old Side-New Side Controversy

Church leaders disagreed over the role of revivalism within the life of the church.

Devotion for July 23, 2026

The Angry God Romans 1:18–32 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men. Romans 1:18 Where do most people begin when making a presentation of Christian truth? Many begin with what is often termed “a felt need,” a lack or a longing that the listener will acknowledge….

Devotion for July 22, 2026

God’s Grand Old Gospel Romans 1:1–17 Set apart for the gospel of God. Romans 1:1 The gospel is God’s gospel. It is something God announced and accomplished and what he sent his apostles to proclaim. It is something God blesses and through which he saves men and women. The grammatical way of stating this is…

‘Blessed disruption’: Smyrna Presbyterian Grows During Sanctuary Renovation

One of the few churches to ever host General Assembly, Smyrna Presbyterian Church has created room to accomodate its continued growth.

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