In Japan, farmers cultivate square watermelons, so they can be conveniently stored and shipped. It sounds cracy, but maybe the idea of modification can have a positive spin. Just like the transformed watermelons, we can also allow ourselves to be shaped and moulded by God, fashioned into something extraordinarily beautiful.
The Invisible Mom
Indulging in my own personal pity party made me miss life's little joys.
By Diane StarkDiane Stark disliked feeling unappreciated by her children--until she realized that she had been doing the exact same thing to God all day.
The things we collect in this world can distract us from our true calling: following Jesus.
Fun With Food
When hosting your next party, consider the cuisine as part of the décor.
By Tijana McAllisterFood can be a great way to add colour and magic to a party!
Taking Some Good With the Bad
I made a promise to God, but would I live long enough to deliver on it?
By Joseph LaurenJoseph Lauren realized his life was about to end. What could he do? He prayed.
The Fortune Cookie
God used a humble message to show a grieving war veteran that he had not been forgotten.
By Joe BaileyTo help celebrate the 25th anniversary of Faith & Friends, we're asking readers to tell us what articles have inpacted them. If any article has spoken to you or changed how you thought of life and faith, we want to hear about it. Write or email us.
How do you feel about thrifted shoes? As long as they are in good condition and have minimal wear, there's no reason why they can't be purchased second-hand at your local Salvation Army thrift store!
Taurean Prince: "Wanting to Help Others Is Who I Am"
NBA power forward Taurean Prince of the Minnesota Timberwolves has an attitude of gratitude, especially where The Salvation Army is concerned.
By Jayne Thurber-Smith“Giving is the number one rule to receiving,” says Taurean Prince of the NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves.
A resident of The Salvation Army’s Emergency Housing Shelter in Pembroke, Bermuda, has used her time at the shelter to gather herself and start over.
Working in more than 400 communities across Canada, The Salvation Army is often the first point of contact for someone experiencing poor mental health. Lusi is just one of those people.