The Seven Spirits: Or What I Teach My Officers (1907)

The Seven Spirits: Or What I Teach My Officers is a book written by William Booth and originally published in 1907. William Booth was the founder of the Salvation Army, and in this book, he outlines the principles and practices that he taught to his officers to help them become effective leaders in the organization.The book is divided into seven chapters, each of which focuses on one of the ""seven spirits"" that Booth believed were essential for Salvation Army officers to possess. These spirits include love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, and faith.Throughout the book, Booth provides practical advice and examples of how these spirits can be cultivated and applied in the daily work of the Salvation Army. He emphasizes the importance of leading by example, being humble and compassionate, and staying focused on the mission of helping others.The Seven Spirits: Or What I Teach My Officers is a timeless work that offers valuable insights into leadership, service, and personal growth. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Salvation Army and the principles that have guided its success for over a century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.