God is doing amazing things around us all and through us all. Our faithfulness and holy walk are essential to the equation. People are being saved. They are becoming Salvationists. Many folks are receiving help in large measure from our ministries. Hallelujah!

Good news. We’re not done nor is God finished with us. Both personally and corporately, He still includes us in His plan to demonstrate His love (not power, not authority, not control…) in such convincing ways that the rest of the world will see with their hearts and reckon to respond in love. It’s how I found my salvation. You?

There’s more to do.

“Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.”- Proverbs 22:6

In getting an important job done, there’s not much better than good support. I’m writing about people who come alongside with constructive perspective and ready hands. They recognize the issues and act on it. Never in the way, they open doors and facilitate forward movement consistent with the mission and a deep commitment to Jesus.

This is not a guise for a ‘yes’ man, only gratitude to those who measure the significance of the effort and who are willing to actively accompany the direction. It’s like a piano accompanist to a soloist or lead group. The support accentuates the focus and maintains the rhythm of the movement. Often it’s in the background. Many of us have been there and done that. Hallelujah!

“Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the LORD our Maker; for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care. Today, if you hear his voice,”- Psalm 95:6-7

Sometimes we are so consumed with our trees, we miss the forest. We must take care of the present and the needs of where we are. We cannot lose sight of the larger picture. It is one of those powerful tensions we are confronted with that requires us to be closer to God so we can be the best stewards of what He has given us.

TSA is wonderfully positioned to see and work in both arenas at the same time. We have great local and global responsibilities. We cannot afford to be distracted from our mission in any way, lest our efforts be minimized. Our cause to win the world for Jesus is at stake, here. Hallelujah!

God is leading us. Victory is assured.

“Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and aliens, but fellow citizens with God’s people and members of God’s household,”- Ephesians 2:19

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.

Last night at the Pasadena Tabernacle Corps, we celebrated the life and ministry of Lt. Colonel Rhode Danielson. It was presented with devoted praise and energetic adoration to the Lord she loves and now knows completely.

With many sections of the corps participating, always at a high standard, we valued the message by Commissioner Bill Lutrell who beautifully encapsulated Rhode’s spirit and deep love for God.

Accompanied by her family and many loved ones, we glorified God and enjoyed His presence. Hallelujah!

We will look forward to the day in which we will join her in the company of Jesus.

²⁰He who testifies to these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.”
Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.

²¹The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s people. Amen.

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