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Allowing Holy Spirit interruptions in our day

Allowing Holy Spirit interruptions in our day

28 June 2021

Are you caught up in the 'busyness' of life?... Read more

'Sisters' in frontline service

'Sisters' in frontline service

11 June 2021

Friendship embraces cultural differences... Read more

Honouring the storyteller's truth

Honouring the storyteller's truth

7 June 2021

The challenge to accept others without judgement or condemnation... Read more

Call for unity in prayer

Call for unity in prayer

2 June 2021

'God is seen when we are one'... Read more

Questionnaire to identify Army's missional heart

Questionnaire to identify Army's missional heart

1 June 2021

All Salvos invited to share their views on what is happening at 'grassroots' level... Read more

Dusting off the uniform debate

Dusting off the uniform debate

24 May 2021

What will you be wearing next time at church?... Read more

Rock lyrics straight from the Good Book

Rock lyrics straight from the Good Book

17 May 2021

You might know more of the Bible than you think... Read more

Donaldson devotion: God's protection, safe and secure

Donaldson devotion: God's protection, safe and secure

16 May 2021

Janine Donaldson takes a look at the promises of God... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - God's Protection, Safe and Secure

Donaldson Devotion - God's Protection, Safe and Secure

13 May 2021

Commissioner Janine Donaldson says as Christians, we live with an assurance that we are safe and sec... Read more

Salvo Story: AccessAble Church

Salvo Story: AccessAble Church

10 May 2021

The Salvation Army's AccessAble Church in north-west Sydney is a fully inclusive Sunday meeting held... Read more

Salvos open door to life for Brodie

Salvos open door to life for Brodie

30 April 2021

Ingle Farm crisis support programs get a young life on track... Read more

Spiritual battle on the Kokoda Track

Spiritual battle on the Kokoda Track

25 April 2021

God sets Mark on a new path... Read more

From Anzac Cove to the cross of Christ

From Anzac Cove to the cross of Christ

19 April 2021

The Western hunger for spirituality... Read more

This is just the beginning

This is just the beginning

11 April 2021

Sara's steps of faith since connecting with Brunswick Salvos... Read more

It's a GOOD Friday for Craig

It's a GOOD Friday for Craig

2 April 2021

Celebrating 20 years in recovery... Read more

When the light of hope breaks through

When the light of hope breaks through

30 March 2021

With a large and loving family, a great job and home, Brett Scotland should have been the happiest h... Read more

Easter - a hope that shines brightly

Easter - a hope that shines brightly

29 March 2021

The light of Jesus pierces the darkness... Read more

The Easter Story

The Easter Story

25 March 2021

The Easter story starts with darkness, but it ends with hope. On Good Friday, we remember the death ... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - On the road again

Donaldson Devotion - On the road again

21 March 2021

Janine Donaldson asks us to examine our 'excess baggage'... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - On the Road Again

Donaldson Devotion - On the Road Again

11 March 2021

What to take and what to leave? Commissioner Janine Donaldson discusses carrying 'excess baggage'.... Read more

Lyn's courageous act of kindness reunites a father and son

Lyn's courageous act of kindness reunites a father and son

20 January 2021

An astonishing story that had its beginnings at a Father's Day service... Read more

God puts a new song in Meijuan's heart

God puts a new song in Meijuan's heart

8 January 2021

Joining Bankstown Corps choir leads to rediscovering faith... Read more

On your marks, get set, go!

On your marks, get set, go!

6 January 2021

Major Mal Davies urges us not to let 2021 go by without making a mark on the world for Jesus... Read more

Live, laugh, play

Live, laugh, play

4 January 2021

Finding the joy in life, regardless of circumstances... Read more

We are a people of peace

We are a people of peace

25 December 2020

The General's Christmas message for 2020... Read more

George knows the true gift of Christmas

George knows the true gift of Christmas

24 December 2020

Reflections of a lifelong Salvationist... Read more

Celebrating Christmas cancer and COVID-free!

Celebrating Christmas cancer and COVID-free!

24 December 2020

Lieutenant Zochhuansangi from the India Eastern Territory suffered more than most when COVID-19 hit... Read more

Caring for first responders at Christmas

Caring for first responders at Christmas

23 December 2020

Gary Raymond says his faith has always been the cornerstone of his policing... Read more

The greatest gift is hope

The greatest gift is hope

16 December 2020

Pointing people to God's 'endless supply' ... Read more

Come clean with God as he draws near

Come clean with God as he draws near

14 December 2020

Christmas is a reminder that God doesn't self-isolate... Read more

Shushannah channels Mary in new take on Christmas miracle

Shushannah channels Mary in new take on Christmas miracle

11 December 2020

'The Incredible Christmas' video series released for corps... Read more

How big is baby Jesus?

How big is baby Jesus?

4 December 2020

How big a role are you allowing God to play in your life?... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'Nourishment'

Donaldson devotion - 'Nourishment'

29 November 2020

"If anyone drinks the living water I give them, they will never thirst again..." - Jesus... Read more

The future of church in Australia

The future of church in Australia

18 November 2020

McCrindle releases report on latest research into Australia's 'soul'... Read more

Reluctant Cub becomes a lion-hearted follower of Christ

Reluctant Cub becomes a lion-hearted follower of Christ

13 November 2020

Holy Spirit leads the way in John's life... Read more

Donaldson Devotional - Restoration

Donaldson Devotional - Restoration

12 November 2020

Using Psalm 23, Commissioner Robert Donaldson invites us to take refreshment and restoration in the ... Read more

Salvo centenarian soldiers on

Salvo centenarian soldiers on

2 November 2020

Hazel celebrates 100 years' service to The Salvation Army and her Lord... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'Maintaining a healthy perspective'

Donaldson devotion - 'Maintaining a healthy perspective'

1 November 2020

We all go through tough days, but the way we respond can make all the difference... Read more

Donaldson Devotional -  Maintaining a Healthy Perspective

Donaldson Devotional - Maintaining a Healthy Perspective

27 October 2020

We all go through hard times. Commissioner Janine Donaldson looks to the book of Jeremiah to focus o... Read more

Jesus at the centre of every moment

Jesus at the centre of every moment

9 October 2020

Learning to live freely and lightly... Read more

Life through a new lens

Life through a new lens

7 October 2020

Words of hope for the weary and broken... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'Uniquely different'

Donaldson devotion - 'Uniquely different'

4 October 2020

We are made in the image of God... Read more

Readjust your focus - that's the spirit!

Readjust your focus - that's the spirit!

1 October 2020

Commissioner Janine Donaldson encourages us to let go of negative thinking... Read more

An unusual start to God's mission

An unusual start to God's mission

29 September 2020

Graduating cadets start first appointment with hotel quarantine... Read more

No escaping the tension

No escaping the tension

28 September 2020

Maintaining balance is a heart issue... Read more

Converting crisis into an opportunity to share the Good News

Converting crisis into an opportunity to share the Good News

24 September 2020

Let us focus on the two greatest commandments and nothing else... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'One last thing'

Donaldson devotion - 'One last thing'

20 September 2020

When we love each other, the world sees Jesus... Read more

Going the extra yard during COVID

Going the extra yard during COVID

18 September 2020

Sydney Congress Hall brass group keeping people connected... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'Uniquely Different'

Donaldson devotion - 'Uniquely Different'

17 September 2020

At a time in our world where many people's mental health is suffering, Commissioner Janine Donaldson... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - One Last Thing

Donaldson Devotion - One Last Thing

17 September 2020

Commissioner Robert Donaldson reflects on one of the last prayers of Jesus before his death and resu... Read more

Breaking the siege

Breaking the siege

16 September 2020

Holding on to the hope that seasons of despair will end... Read more

'I was just so lonely'

'I was just so lonely'

15 September 2020

Jo-Anne believed in Jesus but never knew him, until now ... Read more

Restricted access

Restricted access

14 September 2020

The key to unlocking restrictions in your life... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'Are we there yet?'

Donaldson devotion - 'Are we there yet?'

13 September 2020

Trusting God in the waiting... Read more

Book review: God and the Pandemic

Book review: God and the Pandemic

12 September 2020

What should be the Christian response?... Read more

The cliff's edge

The cliff's edge

7 September 2020

Recapturing the reason for our existence... Read more

Matt puts faith into action

Matt puts faith into action

4 September 2020

"When you are a nurse, you know that every day you will touch a life, or a life will touch yours"... Read more

'The richest man in the world!'

'The richest man in the world!'

3 September 2020

A personal perspective on fatherhood... Read more

Choosing to love and making a new way

Choosing to love and making a new way

1 September 2020

Local Mission Delivery a great connection to our communities... Read more

Mel's life changed by a three-letter word

Mel's life changed by a three-letter word

31 August 2020

Bayside soldier just 'wanted what Christian's had'... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'A sure thing - the goodness of God'

Donaldson devotion - 'A sure thing - the goodness of God'

30 August 2020

Where is God in all this chaos? ... Read more

Donaldson Devotional - A sure thing - the goodness of God

Donaldson Devotional - A sure thing - the goodness of God

27 August 2020

Where is God in all this chaos? Do we still have a good God? Commissioner Janine Donaldson speaks fr... Read more

Becoming who God made me to be

Becoming who God made me to be

27 August 2020

Di finds a spiritual home at Capricorn Region Corps... Read more

Peace in the pandemic

Peace in the pandemic

26 August 2020

'I know that in the middle of chaos, God has been my peace'... Read more

Book review: Head, Hands and Feet by Robert Street

Book review: Head, Hands and Feet by Robert Street

25 August 2020

This devotional looks at how Jesus viewed the human failings of his disciples.... Read more

Coronavirus sewing bee in the Blue Mountains

Coronavirus sewing bee in the Blue Mountains

24 August 2020

Corps makes masks for people in need... Read more

Book Review: Virus as a Summons to Faith

Book Review: Virus as a Summons to Faith

24 August 2020

A 'scriptually and theologically rich' offering from Walter Brueggemann... Read more

Hiding behind the mask

Hiding behind the mask

24 August 2020

Shielding our true vulnerabilities... Read more

Saved at Sunday School

Saved at Sunday School

21 August 2020

At the age of 32, James Singer found his 'special friend'... Read more

Every choice we make is a piece of the puzzle

Every choice we make is a piece of the puzzle

19 August 2020

Keeping the big picture in mind as we live out everyday Christianity ... Read more

Stepping into the light

Stepping into the light

14 August 2020

In her darkest moment, Jesus showed Julie real love... Read more

The good news is that words are necessary

The good news is that words are necessary

10 August 2020

What did St Francis of Assisi really say?... Read more

God restored my life and family

God restored my life and family

9 August 2020

A close encounter with death inspired me to live for God ... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'speak up and speak out'

Donaldson devotion - 'speak up and speak out'

9 August 2020

Janine says "we must break the silence" and speak up for those who have no voice... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - 'Speak Up, Speak Out'

Donaldson Devotion - 'Speak Up, Speak Out'

6 August 2020

Commissioner Janine Donaldson encourages us to think about the people behind the issue of homelessne... Read more

Pandemic takes junior soldiers on unexpected adventure

Pandemic takes junior soldiers on unexpected adventure

5 August 2020

Renewal Sunday a flexible option for corps around the country... Read more

Looking fear in the face

Looking fear in the face

3 August 2020

Called as one body for the sake of the world... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'Yoke'

Donaldson devotion - 'Yoke'

2 August 2020

In these challenging days, Jesus wants us to bow our heads and walk beside him... Read more

Salvos a haven of support for Jasmine

Salvos a haven of support for Jasmine

31 July 2020

From food vouchers to Bible college – a young mother's journey with The Salvation Army... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - The yoke

Donaldson Devotion - The yoke

30 July 2020

Australia Territory Leader Commissioner Robert Donaldson says in these challenging days Jesus wants ... Read more

Bushfire experience inspires Soseh to serve

Bushfire experience inspires Soseh to serve

29 July 2020

Everyday Salvo puts others first on the NSW Mid North Coast... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'I know who I am'

Donaldson devotion - 'I know who I am'

26 July 2020

Commissioner Janine Donaldson on identity and self-worth... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - I know who I am, because I know whose I am

Donaldson Devotion - I know who I am, because I know whose I am

26 July 2020

Commissioner Janine Donaldson on personal identity and self-worth.... Read more

Because of compassion

Because of compassion

23 July 2020

God 'experience' puts David on path to officership... Read more

Diplomacy and doves

Diplomacy and doves

22 July 2020

Winning the hearts of a hostile world... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'developing healthy habits'

Donaldson devotion - 'developing healthy habits'

19 July 2020

A devotion from Philippians 4... Read more

'Healed and saved for a purpose'

'Healed and saved for a purpose'

17 July 2020

Jesus guides Sue through intergenerational trauma... Read more

Michelle's path to making peace with the past

Michelle's path to making peace with the past

17 July 2020

Instead of running away, Michelle journeyed to forgiveness through acceptance... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - the key to a healthy Life

Donaldson Devotion - the key to a healthy Life

16 July 2020

Developing healthy habits in uncertain times.... Read more

New life in Busselton

New life in Busselton

13 July 2020

Corps replant built on healthy relationship and a dose of old-fashioned pastoral care.... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'Values'

Donaldson devotion - 'Values'

12 July 2020

A teaching from the book of James... Read more

BLOBS back on the breakfast menu at Townsville

BLOBS back on the breakfast menu at Townsville

1 July 2020

Men's fellowship group restarts and the blokes couldn't wait to tuck in... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'more than a voice'

Donaldson devotion - 'more than a voice'

28 June 2020

Commissioner Robert Donaldson says our actions must match our words when it comes to reconciliation.... Read more

Taking time out to have coffee with God

Taking time out to have coffee with God

26 June 2020

New idea gets people into reading Scripture and sharing the experience... Read more

Nothing is going to stop Lesley now

Nothing is going to stop Lesley now

24 June 2020

Call to officership coming to fruition... Read more

God's fingerprints are still visible

God's fingerprints are still visible

23 June 2020

We just have to be aware of them... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'So much more'

Donaldson devotion - 'So much more'

21 June 2020

Commissioner Janine Donaldson shares from Ephesians as the territory concludes the Pray it Forward c... Read more

Donaldson devotion - So Much More

Donaldson devotion - So Much More

21 June 2020

At the end of the Pray it Forward initiative, Commissioner Janine Donaldson has urged The Salvation ... Read more

God made my dream a reality

God made my dream a reality

19 June 2020

Prayer the start of Aster's journey to finding a spiritual home in The Salvation Army... Read more

Book review: God, Stephen Hawking and the Multiverse

Book review: God, Stephen Hawking and the Multiverse

17 June 2020

Unpacking some key concepts in the intersection of faith and science... Read more

The autumn of our lives

The autumn of our lives

16 June 2020

A season to make all things new... Read more

Ansu has a 'heart change'

Ansu has a 'heart change'

15 June 2020

Ansu shares his story of finding faith and family at The Salvation Army.... Read more

Donaldson devotion - pruning

Donaldson devotion - pruning

14 June 2020

Fruitfulness is a direct result of our connection with Jesus.... Read more

Grain of 'salt' that transformed a family

Grain of 'salt' that transformed a family

12 June 2020

Haworths' journey from kindergarten committee to officership... Read more

Middle East deployment a journey of discovery

Middle East deployment a journey of discovery

11 June 2020

Major Garry Johnson reflects on the deepening of his faith ... Read more

Ansu' Story

Ansu' Story

10 June 2020

Ansu shares his story of finding faith and family at The Salvation Army.... Read more

Donaldson devotion - 'Intimacy'

Donaldson devotion - 'Intimacy'

7 June 2020

Deeper relationships are built on trust... Read more

Swapping uniforms to answer God's call

Swapping uniforms to answer God's call

5 June 2020

Dudley Mortimer proves it's never too late to discover inner peace... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - Intimacy

Donaldson Devotion - Intimacy

4 June 2020

How do we be intimate with people when physical touch is so limited? ... Read more

Taking one step at a time

Taking one step at a time

2 June 2020

Walking through the valley with God's guidance... Read more

Donaldson devotion - moving forward

Donaldson devotion - moving forward

31 May 2020

A devotion from Proverbs 3... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - Moving Forward

Donaldson Devotion - Moving Forward

28 May 2020

Commissioner Robert Donaldson presents a God-led way to emerge from the COVID-19 restrictions.... Read more

Stories at the heart of acceptance

Stories at the heart of acceptance

26 May 2020

Uncle Peter finds a spiritual home at Cairns Corps... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - Hope Rising

Donaldson Devotion - Hope Rising

24 May 2020

Putting hope above fear in uncertain times... Read more

volunteering changed my life

volunteering changed my life

21 May 2020

Susan Reea tells the story of how a simple food hamper led to renewed hope in her life... Read more

Volunteering changed my life

Volunteering changed my life

21 May 2020

Susan Reea tells the story of how a simple food hamper led to renewed hope in her life... Read more

Role models come at critical time for Bentley's teens

Role models come at critical time for Bentley's teens

20 May 2020

Teenage girls encourage each other to make positive choices ... Read more

God targets Dani in a war zone

God targets Dani in a war zone

20 May 2020

Former soldier now arms herself with the Bible ... Read more

Soul Space Devotional - Hope Rising

Soul Space Devotional - Hope Rising

18 May 2020

Commissioner Janine Donaldson says a spirit of optimistic hope will rise above the uncertainty of CO... Read more

I am God's 'Miracle Man'

I am God's 'Miracle Man'

15 May 2020

"I remember resigning myself to life in a wheelchair."... Read more

Donaldson Devotion - In Christ Alone

Donaldson Devotion - In Christ Alone

10 May 2020

The revealing of God's mystery... Read more

Soul Space Devotional - In Christ Alone

Soul Space Devotional - In Christ Alone

10 May 2020

Australia Territory Leader, Commissioner Janine Donaldson talks about the revealing of God's mystery... Read more

"God is in this, regardless of the outcome"

8 May 2020

Jess and Joel Campbell's road to parenthood... Read more

Red Shield Appeal 2020 - the results are in God's hands

Red Shield Appeal 2020 - the results are in God's hands

8 May 2020

Moving through fear to faith-filled action.... Read more

Exile from the world

Exile from the world

6 May 2020

Opening our eyes to true freedom... Read more

'Morning nuggets of truth' with Major Bryce Davies

'Morning nuggets of truth' with Major Bryce Davies

2 May 2020

Officer hits the airwaves with encouraging daily podcasts.... Read more

'Morning nuggets of truth' with Major Bryce Davies

'Morning nuggets of truth' with Major Bryce Davies

28 April 2020

Officer hits the airwaves with encouraging daily podcasts.... Read more

Donaldson Devotion -

Donaldson Devotion - "Way Maker"

26 April 2020

A Sunday morning devotion from Commissioner Janine Donaldson... Read more

Bush to the beach in one powerful prayer

Bush to the beach in one powerful prayer

21 April 2020

Rural chaplains help Khaitlyn find her spiritual home.... Read more

The path to peace

The path to peace

14 April 2020

Experiencing God’s gift and then sharing it.... Read more

Healed and made whole

Healed and made whole

12 April 2020

The General's Easter message to the international Salvation Army.... Read more

Ten reasons to believe in life after death

Ten reasons to believe in life after death

10 April 2020

How can we believe the promises of the Bible of eternal life?... Read more

Heartfelt message from the Territorial Commander

Heartfelt message from the Territorial Commander

6 April 2020

Commissioner Robert Donaldson encourages us to know exactly who we are as children of God during the... Read more

Robert Donaldson Devotional

Robert Donaldson Devotional

6 April 2020

The leader of The Salvation Army in Australia, Commissioner Robert Donaldson, reminds us that our ci... Read more

The problem of sin

The problem of sin

13 March 2020

Evangelism in a no-fault society.... Read more

How to bring back the 'good old days'

How to bring back the 'good old days'

28 February 2020

It all comes down to three things.... Read more

The problem with religion

The problem with religion

24 February 2020

Andy Bannister encourages us to find 'the third way' to live.... Read more

Religion to relationship

Religion to relationship

21 February 2020

Robert Donaldson shares with Others Magazine how he found salvation in training college.... Read more

Book review: Homeward Bound by Graeme Goldsworthy

Book review: Homeward Bound by Graeme Goldsworthy

21 February 2020

Mal Davies assumed this book would be a gentle read reminding us of the nature of 'Sabbath'. He was ... Read more

Robert Donaldson's Testimony

Robert Donaldson's Testimony

20 February 2020

Territorial leaders Janine and Robert Donaldson share about his near-death experience which shaped h... Read more

Elaine finds hope in the heart of the blaze

Elaine finds hope in the heart of the blaze

19 February 2020

A Salvation Army volunteer shares her story of serving at fire-staging grounds throughout NSW.... Read more

Lifestyle of justice

Lifestyle of justice

17 February 2020

This week marks international Social Justice Day. Casey O'Brien Machado says social justice is not a... Read more

Territory's youth find themselves at Summer Carnival

Territory's youth find themselves at Summer Carnival

7 February 2020

Young people from all over Australia gather for another life-changing event. ... Read more

Film review: A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood

Film review: A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood

6 February 2020

The true story of the remarkable relationship that developed between US TV legend Fred Rogers and th... Read more

We need God, but we also need each other

We need God, but we also need each other

5 February 2020

Are you comfortable being 'needy'? Lieut-Colonel Laurie Robertson explores God's desire for us to be... Read more

Donaldsons' Monthly Message: February 2020

Donaldsons' Monthly Message: February 2020

3 February 2020

Australia Territory Leaders, Commissioners Janine and Robert Donaldson, discuss the importance of be... Read more

This is Gawler 2020

This is Gawler 2020

24 January 2020

Gawler is a 'church plant' in South Australia built on stories of transformation.... Read more

Summer 6: Life without social media

Summer 6: Life without social media

23 January 2020

Salvation Army Envoy Craig Stephens explains why he never switches on social media.... Read more

Mission in a post-truth world

Mission in a post-truth world

22 January 2020

In this post-truth world, Major Tara McGuigan asks, "Will the Church seize the day or will we be lef... Read more

Book review: Can Science Explain Everything?, by John Lennox

Book review: Can Science Explain Everything?, by John Lennox

2 November 2019

A mathematician and lover of logic explores why science actually supports faith in God.... Read more

Pam and Craigieburn Salvos are the 'perfect match'

Pam and Craigieburn Salvos are the 'perfect match'

17 September 2019

Community lunch coordinator an answer to prayer.... Read more

An elaborate dance

An elaborate dance

13 August 2019

How faith, hope and love work together.... Read more

Laura finds second family at Brisbane Streetlevel

Laura finds second family at Brisbane Streetlevel

19 February 2019

Laura's journey takes a new turn.... Read more

Immeasurably more

Immeasurably more

1 January 2019

Step boldly into opportunities and challenges the new year will bring.... Read more

Cooma officer receives best retirement present ever!

Cooma officer receives best retirement present ever!

8 January 2018

Cooma Corps Officer Louise Nicholson says she received the best retirement present ever when a man c... Read more

Cultivating faith

Cultivating faith

21 September 2016

Spiritual growth takes time. Are we patient enough?... Read more