Keepers of the Covenant – Commissioning Testimony
- deansimpson7
- 2 hours ago
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From: Mackay Corps (Qld)
Appointment: Corps Officer at Mackay Corps (Qld)
Silver Star recipients: Bruce and Margaret Dobbie
Some might say that I’ve lived a sheltered life, and in many ways, that’s true. I grew up in a typical officer’s household, surrounded by faith, structure and a strong foundation. But it wasn’t until later in life, through a season of searching and reflecting on God’s blessings, that His presence became real and personal to me.
Despite the environment I was raised in, stepping into ministry wasn’t something I rushed into. In fact, although many people believed I was called to officership, I was holding firmly to a very solid “no”. I needed to hear it from God for myself.
I also deeply believed that if God was calling me, He was calling Belinda too. Officership wasn’t on our radar, but together we started to sense that God was preparing us for something that we hadn’t expected.
Through a series of unexpected circumstances and the inner tension I was wrestling with, we began to see God’s quiet but unmistakable guidance. It wasn’t loud, but it was clear that He had our situation in hand and was inviting us to trust Him with whatever was coming next.
One of the biggest factors in our decision to step into ministry was our children, and we were very mindful of the impact that ministry could have on them. But God continues to show us that He not only called us, but He surrounds our family with community, friendship, and support that confirms we’re walking the path He intended.
There are many days when I still feel unequipped for the task, but I hold onto the promise in 2 Corinthians 12:9,
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”
Being commissioned isn’t a new beginning but it’s the continuation of the yes I gave God seven years ago. Still surrendered. Still trusting. Still ready.
Bible verse: “Preach the Word, be ready in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage with great patience and teaching” (2 Timothy 4:2 CSB17).
Watch the Mackay Commissioning event live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UW8JR_fVudw
