As Salvation Army corps across the territory participate in the global 24/7 prayer initiative, they will seek God's heart as they explore how to respond to the social injustices of the world. Here is how Salvationists in Orillia, Ont., joined together for a week of prayer.
If we focus on embodying the biblical meaning of the Church, perhaps we will better understand our mission and purpose in the world. Let's define ourselves by our actions in the world, not by the places we gather.
It's easy to look at other churches and wish we had their resources, people and programs. However, this usually just leads to feelings of inadequacy, frustration or bitterness. So, how do we combat church envy and start focusing on what we do well?
When we look at some of the heroes of the Christian faith, such as Brother Andre and Sister Gladys, it's clear that God often chooses the unlikeliest of people to carry out his ministry. Given this, should The Salvation Army revisit its standards for officer recruitment?