The final day of the International Finance Consultation concluded with interesting discussions about the future of our movement. Suffice it to say, our future is looking exciting, by the grace of God. Hallelujah!

The leadership present conveyed a forward moving movement that will honor God with measurable efforts to win the world for Jesus. The General continues to call for One Army, One Mission and One Message. We can all embrace her leadership in this way. Yes.

“[On Not Loving the World] Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world.” 1 John 2:15-16 NIV

Great day today at the San Bernardino, California Citadel Corps. Under the leadership of God, the Holy Spirit, Majors Nancy and Steven Ball are appointed as corps officers and are exceptional in what they do. The corps itself is focused on being a family, supporting each other with love and sincerity. We felt as is we belonged.

We thank God for Daniel who moved from being an Adherent to becoming a Senior Soldier. Good decision.

They’re looking forward to moving to improved facilities before too long. I believe they’ll fill that place too. Hallelujah!

“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast.”Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV

That describes the Southern California Division…sweet and strong. As defined by leadership throughout the division, it is dedicated to God and convinced of Salvationist mission. Hallelujah!

We can fully expect that they will continue to serve the Lord with their every energy and intention. We can also expect to see significant effort in the saving of souls by God. Thank you, Lord.

“Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD, the LORD himself, is the Rock eternal.” Isaiah 26:4 NIV

I’ll resist the temptation to drag this question out.

We are a Movement. That is to say, The Salvation Army is a movement.

We could be defined in many ways and by many terms. We still are a movement…a movement of God.

Alive…dynamic…growing…changing…responsive…All for God.

It’s a good thing. Hallelujah!

Luke 15:24
New International Version (NIV)
24 For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate.

The territorial Gospel Arts Camp came to a close in the Philippines today. Conducted at Camp Jabez, the 200+ campers enthusiastically celebrated the gifts of God among them to His honor and glory. We had brass, guitar, drama, timbrels, dance, keyboard and vocal. It was most exciting.

The young people here are thrilled about their faith and ready to proclaim the name of the Lord, eagerly. Their witness is strong and their gifts are obvious. Some learning and others more advanced, we enjoyed the full spectrum of Gospel Arts on a 100 degree F (38C) day. It was hopping and it was hot. Hallelujah!

2 Tim 1:6 For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands.

Great day in Santa Rosa, CA today. Celebrating the dedication of their chapel, the corps hosted an open house event with all sorts of activities and all sorts of people. Antique cars, trucks and bicycles were on display, while inside there were boxing matches and demonstrations that thrilled us all.

There were balloons, food, drinks and a bouncy castle to keep everyone interested and ready for the fun that filled the day.

Tomorrow we dedicate the facilities, which are amazing. Hallelujah!

“This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him.” - 1 John 4:9