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Mission: Accomplished
For Shirley and Bob McArthur, decades of mission trips were a labour of love. But one stood out.
by Ken RamsteadFor Shirley and Bob McArthur, theirdecades of mission trips were a labourof love. But one stood out.
If William Booth gave his “I’ll Fight” speech today, what would he say?
What’s a life worth, when a vintage Ferrari 250 GTO built back in 1963 is worth $52 million and a replica of Dorothy’s slippers from The Wizard of Oz, encrusted in diamonds, is $3 million? Well, it depends on who does the evaluation.
It is very encouraging to read Bible stories, as I find it so easy to identify with some of the people in the Bible. One person that stands out for me is Elijah. He is this amazing prophet with an incredible ministry. The high point of Elijah’s career came when he had a showdown with the prophets of Baal and won (see 1 Kings 18). God moved
Love in a Time of COVID
A windy wedding day reminded my new husband and me how our lives were shaped by God and the Army.
by Alexandria VenablesMarcus and Alexandria Venables didn't have the wedding day they expected, due to the pandemic. But it gave Alexandria an opportunity to reflect on how God has shaped their love story.
Touchdown Pass
NFL star McTelvin Agim found a place of belonging at The Salvation Army.
by Ben SwansonHow NFL star McTelvin Agim’s youth at The Salvation Army shaped who he is.
The Perfect Valentine
After we decided to downplay Valentine’s Day, God surprised us with an unexpected gift.
by Jeanette Levellie“I detest Valentine’s Day,” Jeanette Levellie's daughter, Marie, declared, who had just undergone a painful divorce. That was bad news for Jeanette and her husband, Kevin, whose anniversary was on the 14th. How could they celebrate their wedding day without reminding their daughter of all her shattered dreams?
While it is important to acknowledge the love between you and your significant other, there is no greater love than the love God has for me and for you.
God’s design was for us to do family in our churches.