Please friends, it’s time to quit smoking. Need more evidence? Need more help?

My brother-in-law died from second hand smoke. I believe those who smoked around him would have quit had they known what they were doing.

Let us each look around us and help others drop the tobacco insanity. God is on our side on this. Hallelujah!

“But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble.” Psalm 59:16 NIV

The USA Western Territory of The Salvation Army covers eight time zones. It creates some complexity in keeping in contact with our people without getting them out of bed early in the morning hours.

A blessing of the reality is the greater propensity to be in ministry around the clock. That includes praying around the clock as well.

God is at work around the clock. Why not The Salvation Army?

“Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.” Deuteronomy 6:4-5 NIV

The dedication was a smashing success. Hallelujah!

The place is amazing.

The staff are terrific.

God is in this place.

You need to experience it for yourself.

“God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”” John 4:24 NIV

Capably led by Majors Edward and Shelley Hill, we have been reviewing the work of God in this tremendous division. Carefully reaching and exceeding most of their goals, they’ve opened four corps this year and many have been brought to saving faith in Jesus. Hallelujah!

You can see that they get it here in Hawaii.

Did you know that they have 6 different Youth Councils here with over 600 in attendance. This is pretty terrific, considering they cover five time zones. It is an amazing place to serve the Lord. Yes!

Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2

Located on the Big Island, the Kona Corps is a beautiful expression of Salvationism. We enjoyed sharing in ministry today with Divisional Leaders, Majors Edward and Shelley Hill and Corps Leaders, Lieutenants Kelly and Matthew Pensabene. Of course the local leaders were present and faithfully on duty.

Many young people and adults were enrolled as Community Care Ministry Members. This is a great opportunity to engage our people in caring ministries. Hallelujah!

The Youth Chorus was a delight and there was a blessed spirit present throughout the meeting. God bless the Kona Corps.

“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” James 1:5 NIV

A good friend of The Salvation Army stopped by today to show interest in what we’re doing and support for where it’s going. Turns out, he’s an extremely well qualified friend and one on whom we will depend. His arrival is a gift of God and an affirmation of God at work among us.

Looking for evidence of God’s interest in what you’re doing? Look around you. He’s revealing Himself in front of your eyes. He’s amazing.

“[Be Holy] Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming.” 1 Peter 1:13 NIV