The day at Camp Homelani has been filled with wonder and with praise. Following good morning devotions, the morning meeting had a great balance of singing, interviews and preaching. Carolyn gave the message. She puts me to shame, except I’m always praying with her and she always makes me proud. When she speaks, people get it and remember what she said. She’s gifted by God and is a blessing.

Tonight finished with a variety program. Most of the corps participated in singing, hula and more. There was even synchronized swimming (you had to be there).

God loves it when we get together to honor Him and just have a good time. I believe He has ordained this experience for each of us here. Hallelujah!

“Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”- Matthew 28:18-20

We enjoyed a beautiful worship experience at the Tustin Ranch Corps in Tustin, California today. Great message by Major Lee Lescano, with Major Michelle Lescano, they are the corps officers. It’s one of the most attractive corps facilities I’ve seen and by all appearances, they are taking full advantage of their potential.

It was great to see a few new friends from the Western Bible Conference, a few from the office and a few from our past acquaintances. I love this Salvation Army. We were right at home. God is glorified.

When you’re nearby, this is a great place to hear the Word of God, see the Word of God in action, and feel close to God. Stop in.

^{John 15:4}Remain in me, and I will remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.

For life, for hope, for healing, for our joys, our salvation and more we need to thank God.

How will you do this today?

Our gratitude needs to be significant to God. Generally, that’s more than a few words.

How about the way we live today? How will that reveal our appreciation?

I know what I’m going to do. You?

1 Thessalonians 5:18
give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus

In the book by the name of the title above, General Bramwell Booth wrote this about Jesus:

“The purpose of His life and death was to manifest God in the flesh, that He might attract man to God. He took human nature that human nature might see the best of which it was capable. He became a man that men (and women) might know to what heights of power a man (and women) might rise. He became a man that men (and women) might know to what lengths and breadths of love and wisdom a man (and women) might attain. He became a man that men (and women) might know to what depths of love and service a man (and women) might reach.”

It’s a great text with a proper reminder of the mission of Jesus. Hallelujah!

^{Philippians 2:1}If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, ²then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.

Plummeting 620 feet from its origins on Larch Mountain, Multnomah Falls is the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States. Nearly two million visitors a year come to see this ancient waterfall.

Fed by underground springs from Larch Mountain, the flow over the falls varies, usually it’s highest during winter and spring.

God’s creation continues to astound me, no matter where I go. Scenes like this near Portland, Oregon truly speak of the grandeur of God and His provision for our delight.

The same could be said for how He breathes life into people. There’s no limit to the astounding way He will bring love, joy, peace, and each of the wondrous qualities into us simply for loving Him.

Take a look around you. See something special? Now look into the mirror and see His best work. Hallelujah!

“But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.”- 1 Samuel 16:7

We lost a saint today. She is Lt. Colonel Rhode Danielson, the wife of Lt. Colonel Doug Danielson and the mother of Caleb and Hannah. She is the Divisional Women’s Ministry Secretary of the South West Division, Western Territory, USA.

She has been welcomed into heaven, but will be missed incredibly, here.

Thank you, Father for allowing us to know her and always be impacted by her affect on our lives. Hallelujah!

^{Psalm 46:1} God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.