Every year on Labor Day—the first Monday in September—we celebrate the contributions and achievements of American workers. The Labor Movement started the celebration in the 19th century, and it became a federal holiday in 1894.
As we consider the fifth Beatitude—Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy—what organization exemplifies this more than The Salvation Army?
As its web site says, “The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.”
In fact, The Salvation Army notes that it exists to meet human need wherever, whenever, and however it can.
A few years ago, I listened to Leadership Secrets of the Salvation Army by Robert A. Watson on the way home from the Christian Leadership Alliance’s Outcomes Conference.
The Salvation Army’s secrets to organization success are certainly worth considering this Labor Day.
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