issue of the daily devo- tional Words of Life details the journey of faith. From the travels of the Israelites to the Promised Land, to David's perseverance in faith despite his failings and the spread of the Gospel, author Major Beverly Ivany leads the reader to discover how God stands by His people when they trust in Him. through the suffering of Job and the story of Ezra, while guest writer Major Sasmoko Hert- jahjo from Indonesia provides a beautiful Pen- tecost series. Each week- end, excerpts from hymns, psalms and proverbs provide reminders of a faith jour- ney shared with brothers and sisters worldwide. Salvation Army officers were empow- ered by the Holy Spirit and backed by during the Pan American games this past fall. They engaged in evangelistic con- versations with people of all ages and prayed with many. The games featured 6,000 athletes from 42 nations participating in 36 sports. many activities. The officers, territorial headquarters staff and young Salva- tionists from corps throughout the Mexico Territory and seven Salvation- ists from Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay and Chile made an impres- sive spiritual force. They prayed for motorists stopped at traffic lights when asked. Creative arts activities including clowning, mime, drama and traditional Mexican dance attracted attention for God's glory. Team members prayed with visitors at Guadalajara's General Hospital for emotional and spiritual strength. Salvationists also conducted street surveys on pressing social issues such as sexual trafficking and HIV/AIDS. Young Salvationists preached the Word with courage and commitment, distributing brochures, bookmarks, War evangelistic literature. were contacted during the cam- paign. One man said he had been considering sui- cide. His life was changed through prayer. --from reports by Cap- tains Luis and Nohemi Camarillo www.shop.salvationarmy.org or con- tact the nearest Supplies Depart- ment: 888�488�4882; Atlanta, GA 800�786�7372; Long Beach, CA 800�937�8896. issue can be purchased as a Kindle e�book from www.amazon.co.uk. |