• Painting a Brighter Future

    by Robert Mitchell

    The Christian faith mixes as easy as paint at this after-school arts program at The Salvation Army in Pottsville, Pa. It might never have happened without a chance meeting between Captain BettyEllen Barrett and Shelby Van Cleef, who leads the program, at a Pennsylvania street fair. The area is a rough one, and The Salvation Army provides a safe space every Thursday for kids ages 6 to high school to express their artistic sides and learn about the love of Jesus Christ.

  • No Place to Call Home

    by Warren L. Maye

    Respect for the poor and downtrodden people in our society comes after we take a second and third look and keep looking until we understand and care about who we see. Reading this article will sharpen your perspective and encourage you to actively engage in ways that will give you the courage and compassion to truly see and help transform lives.

  • Illustration of a gold key with a red oval key tag labeled ‘HOME’ in bold black letters, set against a textured turquoise background.
    Home Again

    by Warren L. Maye

    Whenever you move to a new spot, it’s a great chance to grow, try new things, and see the world in a fresh way. This story is about people who have shuffled around quite a bit in their lives. They keep it simple, pack light, and prioritize quality over quantity. And they make a huge difference in others’ lives through their work. There’s plenty we can learn from them.

  • Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services team members and volunteers stand in a circle for a morning briefing in a parking lot filled with trailers and response vehicles. The gathering takes place at the Salvation Army Social Services Center in Clearwater, Florida, following Hurricane Milton in October 2024. Most participants wear red EDS shirts or vests, symbolizing their active service in disaster relief efforts.
    Open Hearts and Cool Heads

    by Warren L. Maye

    When a flash flood hits at night, or a hurricane tears the roof off your house by day, or a plane crashes and catches fire, Emergency Disaster Services workers from The Salvation Army need to stay calm and show some real compassion. They’ve got the experience and training to handle tough situations, and they’re committed to providing not just critical supplies but emotional and spiritual support to help get through these crises.

  • The Proverbs 31 Woman and Jesus

    by Guest

    Some view her as the ideal to live by, but can or should every Christian woman set out to be just like this hardworking, strong, courageous, but imaginary person? That’s right: She is not real. She is make-believe. Only One sets a perfect example of godliness; only One gives us a complete picture. Let us always identify ourselves with Jesus.

  • Israel Houghton holding guitar
    Israel Houghton Is In His Element

    by Hugo Bravo

    As the guest worship leader at the Eastern Territory Commissioning Weekend opening celebration, Christian singer-songwriter Israel Houghton will welcome Salvation Army cadets as they are ordained to serve the Lord. “I want to make music that says God is good and faithful,” says Israel, “no matter who or where you are.”

  • Because He Lives

    by Robert Mitchell

    Christ’s resurrection from the dead is the crux of the Christian faith. You can find a lot of hints about its truthfulness from the Scriptures — from the dramatic change in the apostles to the eyewitness testimony of those who saw him alive. Celebrate the Resurrection, knowing it’s a fact.

  • A young father, a grandfather, and a little boy stand closely together in a park. The father holds the child in his arms while the grandfather, dressed in a blue shirt, looks warmly at his son. Their smiles and affectionate postures capture the bond between three generations.
    Ever So Gracefully

    by Robert Mitchell

    There’s no retirement from God’s kingdom. While aging comes with its share of challenges, there is a way to do so gracefully that brings glory to God. Learn how some people have no plans for a rocking chair but instead want to serve God all the days of their lives.