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Should we encourage the use of visual media in church worship?
May 8, 2012 by Captain Mark Dalley and John McAlister 1 Comment
YES. The use of visual media helps the Church bring people closer to the story of Jesus. BY CAPTAIN MARK DALLEY “A picture is worth a thousand words”—Anon. I love bookstores, so I decided to work at one when I was a university student. While there, I learned how easily we are swayed by appearance. For example, when you are in a bookstore, how do you decide which book to pick up? Most … [Read more...]
Should we embrace the use of gender-inclusive language in modern Bible translations?
March 14, 2012 by Major Cathie Harris and Kristin Fryer 7 Comments
YES. While the Bible was written thousands of years ago, its message is timeless and intended for all people. As such, we should be open to translations of the Bible that speak to all genders. BY MAJOR CATHIE HARRIS Should we adopt the use of gender-inclusive language in The Salvation Army? Absolutely! When we are speaking or writing we should use language that includes everyone. For … [Read more...]
On October 31, little ghosts and goblins will come knocking on your door. Is Halloween a bad influence on our children?
October 23, 2011 by Major Kathie Chiu and Lieutenant Hannah Jeffery 4 Comments
NO. Halloween is harmless fun. Just because some have chosen it as their “helliday” doesn’t make it evil. The Church can redeem this event without succumbing to its dark side. BY MAJOR KATHIE CHIU When I was young, I loved dressing up in elaborate costumes each Halloween, smelling the crisp, earthy air from the fallen leaves, running from house to house … and, oh yes, the candy! But … [Read more...]
Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn have created a whole new way of relating. Is online networking a helpful tool for Christians?
June 2, 2011 by Carson Samson and Major Randy Hicks 2 Comments
YES. The Church must go where the people are, including online. Social media holds tremendous opportunities for spreading the gospel and nurturing the saints. BY CARSON SAMSON Remember back in 2008, when we used Facebook to track down old flames and high school teammates? Or reconnected with friends no longer tied to our everyday lives—like our parents for instance? People don’t use social … [Read more...]
Does God still perform miracles today? Do gifts such as prophecy and healing still have a place in the church?
April 1, 2011 6 Comments
NO. Or at least not as much as we think. We need to beware of testing God so that our prayers don’t lead to false hope. Miracles don’t always manifest themselves in physical ways. BY MAJOR (DR.) BEVERLEY SMITH There have been a host of travesties, shipwrecked faith, and a trail of hurt and broken Christians left in the wake of churches who promote healing miracles within their ministry … [Read more...]
Is The Salvation Army the church of the poor?
January 7, 2011 by Captain Mark Braye and Lieutenant Nyree Bond 2 Comments
The Army was founded on the idea that all are welcome, including the wealthy. Salvation doesn’t work differently for the rich. After 145 years, the Army’s emphasis on “redemption and lift” has helped generations out of poverty. Instead of sending them to the church up the street, we need them to embrace our mission. by Captain Mark Braye Many people believe the mission of The Salvation … [Read more...]
Is competition good for our kids or are we creating “reward junkies”?
November 17, 2010 by Peter Koehnen and Bruce Ivany 1 Comment
Competition encourages the drive for excellence. Whether it’s at school, church or sports, kids need to learn to do their best. If not, they’ll regret it later in life when doors close on important opportunities. by Peter Koehnen There is nothing inherently wrong with competition, provided it is held in the appropriate contexts. The skills children learn through healthy competition are … [Read more...]
Statistics don’t lie—for an increasing number of people, the years of service as an officer are short
April 15, 2010 by Majors Wendy and Ian Swan 6 Comments
In an age when most people change careers four or five times, can we realistically expect a lifetime commitment to officership? Does God call different people for different periods of time? Is our approach to leadership biblical? Is it practical? This is the fourth in a series of Point Counterpoint debates in which a variety of Salvationists will explore two sides of an issue that is critical … [Read more...]
When people cause interruptions at church, how should we respond?
March 5, 2010 by Major Karen Hoeft and Captain Rob Kerr 6 Comments
Imagine you are a corps officer and a new family is attending Sunday morning worship. You’re glad they are worshipping at your corps, but they always cause a disturbance. The children run wild during the congregational singing. The parents’ cellphones ring constantly during your sermons. Some of the long-time members of the congregation have complained, but the family doesn’t seem to notice … [Read more...]
Should The Salvation Army accept donations that come from the proceeds of gambling?
February 12, 2010 by Rob Perry and Captain Rick Zelinsky 8 Comments
Should The Salvation Army accept donations that come from the proceeds of gambling? The Army is an outspoken opponent of gambling and sees the devastating effects it has on the people we serve. But funding for crucial social programming often comes from questionable sources. Is it acceptable to take that money and use it for good? This is the second in a series of Point Counterpoint debates in … [Read more...]
Congress celebrates 125 years of Salvation Army ministry in Denmark
Flood response in Georgia begins with providing basic needs and ongoing support
When the program launched, approximately 20 mothers and children came to the games night, which happens every Friday. Now, nearly 60 people attend each week.
On May 26-27, Salvationists around the world can join together, via live webcast, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the promotion to Glory of Salvation Army Founder William Booth
