One Year with Christ: Lessons Learned and What Has Changed

This morning, I heard birds chirping for the first time since moving into my apartment in September. You know what that means - Spring is right around the corner, so summer will soon follow! This July will mark two years since I became a Christian. As a "newbie" to faith, I've been keeping track of Jesus' transforming work in my life and was just reminded of a "first year recap" I wrote last summer. Whether you're a new Christian like me or have...

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Be Faithful, Not Fearful

"Ultimately, we know deeply that the other side of every fear is freedom." -Mary FergusonWhat happens when you are faithful and not fearful? That's a good question, but honestly, I'm not 100% sure. I do know God is always with us, but I'd be lying if I said fear is not something I deal with. Right now, I am about to finish school, and I just do not know what the next step is. On an even scarier note, I know what I'd like to do, but I can't properly...

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A Volunteer Army

Malachi 3:18 And you will again see the distinction between the righteous and the wicked, between those who serve God and those who do not.The Salvation Army, founded in 1865, maintains a strong presence in New Jersey as we constantly strive to meet the wide and varied needs of our residents.  Every year, hundreds of volunteers who are dedicated to make a difference in their local communities partner with The Salvation Army New Jersey Division...

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The Only Way

In 1890, General William Booth released his best-selling book In Darkest England and the Way Out. This book set forth his, and subsequently, The Salvation Army's mission for turning the tide in the war against poverty and a secular society's grip on the people of England. One hundred and twenty-three years later, what is our mission? What is the solution to In Darkest New Jersey, or In Darkest America and the Way Out? The only answer is the same...

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