From General Eva Burrows to the Ambassadors of Holiness session – “If I could give you any scripture verse it would be this one” (23 March 09);
“And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the spirit.” – 2 Corinthians 3:18
Praise Jesus!
Too much of what I do is motivated by guilt. I need to concentrate on living a pro-active, rather than a reactive life. A life where I say “I intend to..” rather than “I should do..”. A life where I look forward to the challenges, rather than trying to make excuses as to why I don’t want to be involved.
I want to cultivate in me, and around me, a “Yes!” culture.
Not a yes culture that will make me overwhelmed, or burned out, just one that is real, optimistic, honest, forward looking, and not lazy.
A comrade of mine has inherited a signature-book-of-sorts that page-by-page, one-by-one has been signed in succession by all of the General’s of The Salvation Army, starting with General William Booth himself. This is what General Carpenter had to say…
“The Secret of the Victorious life will be found in saying “Yes” to God, and to keep on saying it.” – Melbourne, 20/6/1945
And, because Officership is at the beginning and end of most of my daily thoughts; an exhortation, before I leave…
“This little book/[blog] contains the experience of one who heard God’s call to become an Officer, and who answered it.
More than 13,000 men and women all over the world have chosen to obey His voice and give themselves up to lives of self-denying toil for the salvation of the world. Have you ever stopped to ask yourself whether God does not require you to give Him your life? Will you ask yourself that question today?
When you have thought and prayed about it, speak to the Officer of your Corps or write to your Candidates Secretary.” – A School of Prophets, by ‘One of the Scholars’ The Salvation Army Book Department, 1901
Quote/s of the Day (today, originating from one family unit);
“Incarnation without transformation is not the kingdom of God, it’s simply assimilation.” – Capt. Danielle Strickland.
“Enjoy the Lord today. Take a step back and appreciate the fact that the Creator of the universe died for you, loves your socks off, and dreams about you. Then crawl into His presence and soak it all up – fear/reverence, safety, acceptance, love, mercy, grace…” – Capt. Stephen Court
And Introducing; The Ambassadors of Holiness 2009-2010, The Australia Southern Territory Training College
A teaser… more updates coming soon!
To the “Ambassadors of Holiness”, and other people thinking about their calling and vocation in Christ.
“Make no mistake, the adventure you now commence will demand the best of you. The world will not always be kind to you. It will not always welcome you. It will not always treat you with respect. You may not always have a soft pillow, or a full stomach, or a healthy body and mind. No, the mission before you will not be easy. But that’s not what you signed up for with you signed on with Jesus Christ, is it? An easy life is not worthy of your gifts. An easy life is not worthy of your energy, your intellect, you life, your death.” – “Countdown to Sunday – A Daily Guide for Those Who Dare To Preach” – Chris Erdman (p.182)
To anyone who has not yet been challenged to think about trade justice, and/or anyone who hasn’t heard Danielle Strickland be Fair-Trade’s greatest advocate.
Fair Trade Rant – “Go on, Liberate Your Latte!”
And while you’re liberating you’re latte, buy some buttons!! Get in touch with me if you want some!
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