Calling

As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to one hope when you were called

Ephesians 4:1-4

Humility, unity and love between brothers and sisters is not often seen in the world today (especially in the church) - they are as rare as eclipses, but they have been spotted.

I think we're lucky here in the Salvation Army's Southern Territory with some loving & humble leaders at the top end which God is using and blessing - and bringing so much encouragement to other Officers and Soldiers of God's Army.

Once we realise that God is god, He is in control and we're not, we can start bringing true glory to Jesus and truly change the world. Early Salvation Army, the soldiers and Officers gave their whole life and being to the use of God and we are here today because of that.

What would the future of the Salvation Army look like if it were totally based on you and your actions as a Soldier/Officer?

Are you being true to the calling on your life? The Army is needing more leaders - Officers - but also Soldiers - have you been called to Officership? Are you called to join the ranks as a Soldier to join in the battle?

If so - are you living out that calling? God is needing more from us - remember - what God commands, He enables!

The LORD came and stood there, calling as at the other times, "Samuel! Samuel!"

Then Samuel said, "Speak, for your servant is listening."

1 Samuel 3:10