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Helping each other in our spiritual journey
November 27, 2009 by Dr. Jonathan S. Raymond 1 Comment
William Booth depicts an ecology of holiness in his familiar song “O boundless salvation, deep ocean of love ... ” He uses the ecological metaphor of the ocean to speak of God’s measureless feelings for humankind. This is powerful imagery that encompasses all the stages of the Christian life as it progresses from beginning to end. As we stand on the beach, the living waters of God’s … [Read more...]
The key to discipleship lies in our willingness to follow the example of Christ and be a living sacrifice
November 26, 2009 by Major Kevin Metcalf 7 Comments
According to Ezekiel’s vision of the dry bones (see Ezekiel 37:1-14), God is able to raise up a vast, healthy, ready army any time he wants to. The current identity crisis in some corners of our Army might suggest that now would be an excellent time for the breath of God to revive our old, tired bones. This kind of resurrection will not be achieved by more songbook songs or more contemporary … [Read more...]
Spiritual disciplines that will deepen your faith and move you from adherence to abundance
November 25, 2009 by Major Wendy Swan Leave a Comment
In his seminal book The Spirit of the Disciplines, Dallas Willard notes that spiritual formation isn’t new—it’s only been lost for a while. He contends it was lost because of the Modernist-Fundamentalist controversy. The liberal church focused on social action and the conservative church became fixated on correct belief—the Gospel was split down the middle. As a result, both sides lost the … [Read more...]
We don’t know what the journey ahead will look like, but we are given God’s grace to go the distance
November 25, 2009 by Major Julie Slous, D.Min. Leave a Comment
I’ve been reminded over the past few weeks how difficult it can be to navigate through some of life’s passages. As I have journeyed with my aging parents who are dealing with the crises of uncertain health and the pain of leaving behind a life that has defined them for years, I’ve wondered which is more difficult to embrace—a death that physically removes a person from our world, or a … [Read more...]
As presented at the International Conference of Leaders
November 24, 2009 by General Shaw Clifton 1 Comment
The full text of the General's keynote address to senior leaders of The Salvation Army at the International Conference of Leaders held in July 2009. International Conference of Leaders 2009: Keynote Address 1. Salutations and introductory comments Good morning to you all. I extend once again a very warm welcome to everyone present for the International Conference of Leaders 2009. This … [Read more...]
General Shaw Clifton’s 16th Pastoral Letter
November 23, 2009 by General Shaw Clifton 2 Comments
Dear Fellow Salvationists, I send warmest greetings in Christ to my fellow believers across the globe and especially to my fellow Salvationists in the 118 lands into which God has led us. Thank you for your fidelity to the cause of the gospel. We remember you daily in prayer. Thank you for your faithful prayers for me and for Commissioner Helen Clifton. We need these prayers. They sustain us … [Read more...]
General Shaw Clifton establishes new council to revise the Salvation Army Song Book
November 23, 2009 44 Comments
"Following discussion in recent meetings of the International Management Council, an agreement has been reached that it is time to begin work on a new edition of The Song Book of The Salvation Army. The current edition was published in 1986 – twenty-three years ago. Since then, hundreds of new songs have become available for use in Salvation Army worship - from a variety of sources, including … [Read more...]
Canada’s top R&B artist is still focused on family, faith and success
November 23, 2009 by Ken Ramstead Leave a Comment
The July 2001 issue of Faith & Friends profiled R&B singer Deborah Cox. Back then, she was on the cusp of stardom with two wildly successful CDs to her credit. She has since gone from strength to strength, with appearances on Broadway and three more successful CDs. Still married to her high-school sweetheart, Lascelles, and now the mother of three children, Deborah shows no signs of slowing down. … [Read more...]
Sometimes our focused listening is the greater gift of hospitality
November 20, 2009 by Major Ray Harris Leave a Comment
Martha wasn’t sure whether to weep or throw her Julia Child cookbook at him—all 716 pages! She had hoped for at least a little sympathy, but all Jesus said was, “Martha, Martha, you are … distracted by many things” (Luke 10:41 NRSV). Distracted? Martha had at least extended hospitality to Jesus, busying herself in the kitchen when others had refused to welcome him. To add insult to … [Read more...]
Salvation Army personnel provide spiritual and practical support in Winnipeg’s Weston district
November 20, 2009 by Pamela Richardson Leave a Comment
The message is clear when you walk through the front doors: this is a fun place to be! Colourful kites hang from the ceiling, works of art created by little hands cover the walls, and baskets of educational toys and puzzles are scattered on shelves and tabletops. With space for up to 65 children, including some with special needs, The Salvation Army’s Weston Child Care Centre is a busy place. … [Read more...]
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