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Farewell to the Founder

Farewell to the Founder

Crest Books’ tribute to the 100th anniversary of Booth’s Promotion to Glory, includes a moving account of his last days on earth, his death and funeral and global reaction to the loss of a great evangelist. In the late nineteenth century, the Army had already begun to shift from an evangelical group to a formal religious community with a social service mission, marking a seminal turning point in its role. Bramwell Booth, the new General, would have to face that fact.

It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time: Some of the Best and Worst Decisions in the Bible

It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time:
Some of the Best and Worst Decisions in the Bible

In It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time, Major A. Kenneth Wilson leads us on a refreshingly contemporary tour through a host of biblical situations, inspiring readers to make positive choices along their journey of discipleship. With his keen knowledge of Scripture, he enlivens dozens of popular stories and fleshes out those that may be less familiar to readers. What emerges from these engaging narratives are enduring truths that clarify how to choose what is good, noble and just plain right.

How I Met The Salvation Army

How I Met The Salvation Army:
True Stories of Christian Transformation

In this book you will discover 96 stories of people have found new life through The Salvation Army, in ways as diverse as their backgrounds. These stories, many of which first appeared in the War Cry, portray spiritual transformation in dramatic fashion. Poignant and personal accounts of God's intervention and redemption will inspire and further motivate you to serve Jesus and to help others in his name.

Selected Writings:<br /> Volume I

Selected Writings Volume I

by Shaw Clifton

These selected writings from the pen of General Shaw Clifton cover moral and ethical issues, spiritual teaching and Army processes and policy, especially as they relate to the international arena.

This set provides insight into General Clifton’s heart and mind as he discusses experiences and challenges he has faced in his leadership role. Readers will find his perspectives informative, inspiring and surprising.

Selected Writings Volume 2

Selected Writings Volume 2

by Shaw Clifton

These selected writings from the pen of General Shaw Clifton cover moral and ethical issues, spiritual teaching and Army processes and policy, especially as they relate to the international arena.

This set provides insight into General Clifton’s heart and mind as he discusses experiences and challenges he has faced in his leadership role. Readers will find his perspectives informative, inspiring and surprising.

William Booth In America Six Visits 1886-1907

William Booth in America: Six Visits 1886—1907

by R.G. Molyes

Chronicles General Booth’s travels to the United States to solidify support for the Salvation Army, to boost morale, and to raise money for the mission. America was a key part of his goal to redeem the world spiritually and socially.

Every Sober Day is a Miracle

Every Sober Day is a Miracle

edited by John Cheydleur with Ed Forster

Ninety-nine true stories—from The Salvation Army’s Adult Rehabilitation Centers—celebrate victory over addiction to alcohol and drugs. These triumphant stories offer hope that anyone can win the war against addiction through the wondrous grace of God. An excellent  daily devotional tool that is certain to  encourage holistic healing

Hallmarks of the Salvation Army

Hallmarks of The Salvation Army

edited by Henry Gariepy and Stephen Court

A compilation of articles from 35 Salvationist leaders and writers around the world. This book, dedicated to General Eva Burrows (ret.), centers around the Word of God, Salvationism, prayer, education, social justice, officership and music and the arts.

Quotes of the Past & Present

Quotes of the Past & Present

Compiled by Judith Brown and Christina Poff

A compilation from the popular War Cry column by the same name. This book contains approximately 900 quotes from Salvationists, public figures and ordinary people. It is a useful tool for sharpening the focus of written and oral messages. Its wit and wisdom will make it a welcome addition to any personal library.

No Longer Missing!

No Longer Missing!

Compiled by Judith Brown and Christine Poff

Through its missing persons program, The Salvation Army has been finding thousands of people all over the world for more than a century. This book will introduce you to a host of them, who have reunited with their lost relatives after long periods of separation.

An Army Needs an Ambulance Corps

An Army Needs an Ambulance Corps: A History of The Salvation Army’s Medical Services

by Harry Williams

Salvation Army hospitals have never existed just for the movement’s own wounded soldiers. This interesting history of the Army’s medical services from the late 19th century to the present epitomizes the Army’s philosophy of service to others.

101 Everyday Sayings From the Bible

101 Everyday Sayings From The Bible

by Ed Forster

The expression “a little birdie told me” may be a common saying, but few people realize that it originated in Scripture. Discover a treasure trove of everyday sayings from the Bible in this appealing collection, which originally appeared in the War Cry.

The Girl Who Invaded America

The Girl Who Invaded America: The Odyssey Of Eliza Shirley

by Ken Elliott

Did you know that a 16-year old British girl paved the way for The Salvation Army in America? In 1879, young Eliza Shirley and her parents unofficially launched the first corps in the USA. Elliott tells her remarkable story of faith and courage.

Come Join Our Army

Come Join Our Army

by R.G. Moyles

R.G. Moyles describes how The Christian Mission evolved into a new and different approach to Christian evangelism. He explains how the Army attracted people and drew them into the barracks through “open-air meetings,” red-hot revival meetings, holy living, the “second blessing” and the Army’s unique brand of music.

Smoky Mountain High

Smoky Mountain High: The Consuming Passion of Cecil Brown

by Frank Duracher

Cecil Brown, a missionary from Hurricane Creek, N.C., was a legend in her own time. Against all odds, she brought the gospel to the backwoods of the Tar Heel state, where many people had never read the Bible or heard a sermon preached before.

Saying YES to Life

Saying YES to LIFE: An Autobiography

by John Larsson

How does a Christian embrace the abundant life that Jesus promised his followers in the Gospels? John Larsson urges us not to miss the diversity, richness and fullness of the experiences that come our way. He stresses the need to “say yes” to our passions, which for him include a love of music and nature.

I Knew William Booth

I Knew William Booth: An Album of Remembrances

by R.G. Moyles

A rare glimpse into William Booth’s complex personality offered by journalists, clergy, family, and close associates. The people who knew him best share their impressions of him at work, on the road, and at home with his family.

Israel L. Gaither: Man With a Mission

Israel L. Gaither: Man With A Mission

by Henry Gariepy

This biography of Israel Gaither, National Commander of The Salvation Army, depicts a life totally dedicated to God. It is an inspirational portrait presented by family and friends, colleagues and other acquaintances.

Soldiers of the Cross

Soldiers of the Cross

by Norman H. Murdoch

The evolution of Salvation Army social services in the early twentieth century is told through profiles of Commissioner David Lamb and Susie Swift. Commissioner Lamb played a role both in realigning the program and changing the overall bureaucracy of the Army. Susie Swift was an Army officer, educator and writer who became a Dominican nun.

The Life & Ministry of William Booth

The Life & Ministry of William Booth

by Dr. Roger Green

Dr. Green examines the role of William Booth's theology in the founding of The Salvation Army. This book explains the influence of the Victorian era on General Booth, and his impact on 19th century British society and religion.

Beside Still Waters

Beside Still Waters: Great Prayers of the Bible for Today

by Marlene Chase

Lt. Colonel Marlene Chase shows us how to move upward to the Father, inward to analyze our hidden hearts, and outward to embrace a world of people like ourselves. In this book, text, poetry and photographs provide inspiration for daily living.

Good Morning China

Good Morning China: The Chronicle of The Salvation Army in China 1916-2000

by R. Check Hung Yee

Lt. Colonel Check Yee, O.F., recounts the many corporate and personal struggles and obstacles involved in the Army’s work in China from early pioneer days, through the trials of two World Wars and Communist rule, to the current resurgence of the Army’s work and Christianity in general. Photos make this book a visual history as well.

Shadow and Substance

Shadow and Substance: The Tabernacle of the Human Heart

by David Laeger

The Holy Temple was to be the Lord’s dwelling place, and it was that goal God was looking forward to when He gave instructions for its design. In Shadow and Substance, Colonel Laeger guides the reader from the shadows of the Tabernacle past into the light of the Tabernacle present and future, explaining its significance.

Turning Points

Turning Points: How The Salvation Army Found a Different Path

by Allen Satterlee

Never in the history of the world has there been an organization quite like The Salvation Army. In Turning Points, Allen Satterlee outlines many key moments in the dynamic history of the Army that continue to influence how Salvationists serve God.

The First Dysfunctional Family

The First Dysfunctional Family: A Modern Guide to the Book of Genesis

by A. Kenneth Wilson

Bible families are just like ours—loving and at the same time dysfunctional. By tracing the generations from Creation, this book shows us how to avoid our ancestors’ mistakes in our family relationships. Readers will see that God is with us, never giving up on us.

Living Portraits Speaking Still

Living Portraits Speaking Still: A Collection of Bible Studies

Employing the art of compilation, established authors and contributors to the War Cry examine the “saints of Scripture.” In Living Portraits Speaking Still, 18 Bible studies are grouped by theme, each focusing on a different aspect of God.

Leadership on the Axis of Change

Leadership on the Axis of Change

by Chick Yuill

Major Chick Yuill calls today’s Christian church an institution that “faces great challenges stemming from inert cynicism within and from dynamic changes without.” Part manual on the functions and principles of leadership, part declaration of the need for change, this book serves as provocation to action and direction toward success.

Sanctified Sanity

Sanctified Sanity: The Life and Teaching of Samuel Logan Brengle

by R. David Rightmire

Many Salvationists may still recognize the name, but fewer appreciate the influence that Brengle had on the development of the Army’s holiness theology. Dr. Rightmire has written a theological reassessment of Brengle’s thoughts and life to reacquaint you with the legacy of this holiness apostle.

A Word in Season

A Word in Season: A Collection of Short Stories

“For every season of our lives,” writes Lt. Colonel Marlene Chase, “The world of story can help us define our experience and move us beyond ourselves.” More than thirty writers have contributed to this book. It’s an example of how everyday experiences are made extraordinary through faith.

Andy Miller

Andy Miller: A Legend and a Legacy

by Henry Gariepy

This anecdotal biography unveils the life of one of the most colorful and remarkable leaders in the history of The Salvation Army. As an American Salvationist, Andy Miller has had a very powerful spiritual impact on many lives, both within and outside the ranks. He, and this book about him are truly originals.

Pen of Flame

Pen of Flame: The Life and Poetry of Catherine Baird

by John C. Izzard with Henry Gariepy

As a poet, hymn writer, and editor, Catherine Baird changed the way The Salvation Army viewed the importance of the written word. From a decade of research and devotion, Izzard has painted a compelling picture of one of the Army’s strongest yet most delicate authors.

If Two Shall Agree

If Two Shall Agree

by Carroll Ferguson Hunt

The fascinating story of how God brought Paul and Kay Rader together as a team that served in The Salvation Army for more than 35 years. Follow their journey and see the far–reaching influence of a couple who serve together as one in the name of Christ.

Fractured Parables

Fractured Parables

by A. Kenneth Wilson

The people of the Bible are just as real as we are today. Ken Wilson holds beloved biblical accounts up to the light of modernity. By recasting Jesus’ parables in contemporary circumstances and language, he reveals gems of truth in earthly guise. His knack for finding humor in the mundane will lighten your heart.

Our God Comes

Our God Comes: And Will Not Be Silent

by Marlene Chase

This engaging book of poetry rests on the premise that, like the unstoppable ocean tide, God comes to us in a variety of ways. His voice is never silenced; He speaks through creation and within our spirits.

Marlene Chase’s carefully crafted book is ideal for small group discussion and devotional meditation.

A Salvationist Treasury

A Salvationist Treasury

edited by Henry Gariepy

Colonel Henry Gariepy brings together several devotional writings by well-known Salvationist authors spanning a century. These inspiring readings will enrich your spiritual life, deepen your study of the Bible and enhance your grasp of the Army’s principles and mission. A milestone compilation of Army literature.

He Who Laughed First

He Who Laughed First: Delighting in a Holy God

by Phil Needham

Why are there so many sour–faced saints when Christian life is meant to be joyful? The author explores the secret to enduring joy, a joy that is found by letting God make us holy, by letting Him free us to become who we are in Christ, joyful, hilarious saints.

Slightly Off Center

Slightly Off Center!

by Terry Camsey

An expert in the field of church health, Terry Camsey urges us all to welcome the newest generation of Salvationists. The methods may be different, but their hearts are wholly God’s and their mission remains consistent with the fundamental principles William Booth established.

Easter Through the Years

Easter Through the Years: A War Cry Treasury

Recounts the passion of Christ and the events surrounding his death on the cross— reminding us of the many ways Easter intersects with our lives and faith today. Spend some time with contributors like Max Lucado and General William Booth.

Who Are These Salvationists?

Who Are These Salvationists?

by Shaw Clifton

This study explores the Army’s roots, theology and position in the body of believers. It gives us an understanding of the Army’s mission in the twenty-first century, and the theology that drives its social action. The most comprehensive portrait of the Army to date.

Romance & Dynamite

Romance & Dynamite: Essays on Science and the Nature of Faith

by Lyell M. Rader

Anecdotes and insights on the constant interplay of science and faith by one of the Army’s most indefatigable evangelists to date. The author uses his training as a chemist to prove the trustworthiness of the Bible for understanding life’s value and purpose.

A Little Greatness

A Little Greatness

by Joe Noland

Readers explore the book of Acts, revealing the paradoxes of the life of a believer. Joe Noland examines the story of the early Church and reveals its relevance today. A Bible study along with a discussion guide for each chapter makes this an ideal group study resource.

Pictures from the Word

Pictures from the Word

by Marlene Chase

Author Marlene Chase writes, “The Bible is full of beautiful word pictures, concrete images that bring to life spiritual ideas,” This book brings to life the vivid metaphors of Scripture, while illuminating familiar passages and addressing frequent references to the vulnerability of man met by God’s limitless and gracious provision.

Celebrate the Feasts of the Lord

Celebrate the Feasts of the Lord

by William W. Francis

A historical examination of the feasts and fasts established by God in Leviticus 23. This book meets a critical need by revealing how Jesus participated in the feasts and how, in Himself, their meaning was fulfilled. Study guides follow each chapter.

Christmas Through the Years

Christmas Through the Years: A War Cry Treasury

Along with kettles and carols, the Christmas War Cry remains one of The Salvation Army’s most enduring yuletide traditions. This anthology contains classics that have inspired War Cry readers over the past half century. Longtime subscribers will find it sparks their memories, while new readers will benefit from a rich literary heritage.

Never the Same Again

Never The Same Again

Shaw Clifton

Shaw Clifton encourages the enthusiasm of new believers in Christ and guides them through roadblocks that can stunt spiritual growth. An ideal resource for Christian converts, seekers of the faith, and leaders of disciple groups.


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