To the glory of God alone
A review of “The History of The Salvation Army Volume Nine,” covering 1995–2015. By Kenneth G. Hodder, Commissioner - In their 11-volume series published over a period of more than 40 years, The Story of Civilization, Will and Ariel Durant wrote that
Living with the Booths
Author recounts a three-year writing experience to detail a unique family By John Larsson, General - Three years ago I moved in with the Booths. And what a family I joined! William and Catherine brought into the world a happy, boisterous crew
Raders launch new book with SAVN
‘To Seize This Day of Salvation’ pushes innovation By Erica Andrews - The SAVN studio at Boundless 2015 was buoyant with enthusiasm as former General Paul Rader (Ret.) and Commissioner Kay Rader entered to discuss their new book, “To Seize This Day
Raders to launch book at congress
Signing for “To Seize This Day of Salvation” slated for July 2. Salvation Books, the publishing imprint of International Headquarters (IHQ), announced three new books by former international leaders of The Salvation Army that will be published in partnership with Frontier
‘Telling Our Stories’
New bi-annual publication features rich history of Salvation Army in the American West Kevin Jackson, Major - I love a good story. In fact, I believe our stories are what in great part make us fully human. My grandmother, one of the
Cost, sacrifice and choice
By Kevin Jackson, Major - You’ll find a different sort of book review here. Two books: one a classic of the Christian faith and the other a new work yet to be released. As an avid reader, I scour the bookshelves
REVIEW: ‘When Justice is the Measure’
By Kevin Jackson, Major - The Salvation Army is historically linked to its efforts for social justice. Yet, written works on the topic from a Salvation Army perspective are somewhat of a rarity. This is but one reason why “When Justice
“When God Becomes Small”
By Kevin Jackson, Major - Every once in a great while, a book comes along and causes me to pause and consider my life, the world, and the organization to which I belong that connects the two. Phil Needham’s When God
Book Review_ In the Balance: Christ Weighs the Hearts of 7 Churches
By Kevin Jackson, Major Whenever I see a new book on Revelation, I usually set it aside for generally one of two reasons. Either because it’s far too technical and I don’t have a doctorate in biblical studies or because it
book review_‘ORSBORNAGAIN’
By Kevin Jackson, Major From the first sentence, readers of “ORSBORNAGAIN,” by Major Rob Birks (Frontier Press, 2013), realize Birks has penned something special. Reintroducing the poetry of Albert Orsborn to a new generation of readers is a good idea. Reinterpreting
Book review_The Apprentice Series
James Bryan Smith writes on spiritual formation. By Kevin Jackson, Major In the Commissioning spiritual life seminar (see story p. 8), James Bryan Smith presented workshops based on his Apprentice Series: “The Good and Beautiful God,” “The Good and Beautiful Life” and
Book review/ Every Sober Day is a Miracle
By Glen Doss, Major I hit rock bottom when three dope dealers beat me at gunpoint,” recalls Dy-Ann. “Stability in my life began the day I found Christ.” “Drugs stole my life from me, leading to 10 rehabs, state hospitals, and jail,”