I’ve mentioned Matt. 24:10 a few times — it’s the heartbeat of Stand Firm because it holds a prophecy that many will turn away from the faith. That haunts me. Professed Christians, church members, friends, family, people who are dear to us and once proclaimed to be a believer will turn away. Unfortunately, this future reality doesn’t seem too futuristic. There’s likely an empty chair or pew spot in front of us. If not there, then certainly behind us. There are even once occupied pulpits ...