My Journey with Jesus
I was raised in a loving Christian family within The Salvation Army. From a young age, my mom and family planted seeds of faith in me. Sunday school, Sunday meetings,…
Seeing God Where You Least Expect Him
Scripture: Genesis 28:10–22 Jacob was on the run. He had left home, carrying the weight of mistakes that had hurt his brother and unsettled his family. The road stretched ahead,…
Why I Am Not Making New Year’s Resolutions This Year
It’s that time of year when the world celebrates “fresh starts” and lists of resolutions appear everywhere. I’ve tried making New Year’s resolutions many times, but they seldom last longer…
The God Who Refreshes And Refines
Some days feel like Elim. The shade is generous. The water is cool. Strength returns. In Exodus 15:27, Elim is described as a place with twelve springs of water and…
God’s Plan, My Path: From Childhood to Officership
Faith often begins in small, ordinary ways before anyone notices. For Lieutenant Colonel Zakithi Mabaso, it started in quiet, everyday moments ... walking alongside her parents, learning to adjust to…
A Fond Farewell to Commissioners Eliasen at THQ
On 17 December 2025, the THQ family came together to bid farewell to Commissioners Torben and Deise Eliasen, celebrating their faithful service in the Southern Africa Territory. Lieutenant Colonel Themba…
The General’s Christmas Message
As a young boy, I suffered from chronic bronchial asthma. Often, asthma attacks would come in the dark of the night. The result: fear of the dark, panic and, as…
When God’s Plan Disrupts Yours
Mary never saw it coming. One moment she was planning a wedding, the next she was preparing for a baby she had not expected. Her hands may have trembled as…
Champions of the Mission Ordained, Commissioned, and Appointed in Southern Africa Territory
Sunday was a day of commitment and celebration for The Salvation Army Southern Africa Territory, beginning with the Ordination and Commissioning Service in the morning and continuing with the Appointment…
Celebrating a Lifetime of Service as Commissioners Eliasen Retire
Saturday afternoon of the Commissioning weekend was dedicated to a special retirement service honouring the Territorial Leaders, Commissioners Torben and Deise Eliasen. The gathering reflected gratitude to God and appreciation…