If so many others struggle as I do, why do we make light of it at potluck meals? Why are we so concerned about offending those we visit if we decline the offered temptation? Why do we never preach the myriad of biblical references to gluttony?
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The Serenity Prayer
A Salvation Army chaplain reflects on finding peace in the midst of chaos.
by Jordan ShawWe are constantly barraged with news and information. Jordan Shaw, a Salvation Army chaplain in Vancouver, reflects on finding peace and staying present in the midst of chaos.
Giving is not only a financial issue, it’s a heart issue.
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Self-Denial or Partners in Mission?
Whatever you call it, we are responsible for each other.
by Commissioner Susan McMillan
At this time of year, our thoughts often go to The Salvation Army around the world, as we participate in the Self-Denial Appeal.
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Why don’t we talk about the things we don’t talk about? That sentence might sound funny, but there’s nothing funny about the silence of Christ-followers when it comes to certain areas of faith.
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Ethically Speaking
Sexual ethics in the church, what pastors need to watch for and the #MeToo campaign.
by Kristin Ostensen
Dr. Aimee Patterson, a Christian ethics consultant at The Salvation Army Ethics Centre in Winnipeg, recently gave an interview to Faith Today about sexual ethics in the church and the #MeToo campaign.
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An Unsung Hero
Remembering Peter Norman, the Salvationist who took a heroic and historic stand.
by Warren L. MayeRemembering Peter Norman, the Salvationist who put his athletic career in jeopardy and took a heroic and historic stand.
Dear church: what will your response be to the stories of #MeToo and #ChurchToo? Will you believe us or silence us? Will you hold space to allow healing to begin?
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As our voices united to sing praises to God with the Malawi people, our hearts were challenged to worship God through the sharing of our abundant resources with those who had so little and yet offered so much.
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TV Review: The Good Place
The Good Place is a heavenly comedy that offers laughs and lessons.
by Kristin Ostensen
The Good Place is unique in today’s TV landscape: more than just making people laugh, it strives to make people think.
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