Author Archives: Dean G. Blevins

About Dean G. Blevins

Dr. Dean G. Blevins currently serves as Professor of Practical Theology and Christian Discipleship at Nazarene Theological Seminary as well as Director of Nurturing Care with Children through Worship and Prayer. An ordained elder, Dean has ministered in diverse settings and served as the USA Regional Education Coordinator for the Church of the Nazarene. A prolific author, Dr. Blevins co-wrote Discovering Discipleship and authored The Disciples: A BIble Study. Dr. Blevins also served 25 years as editor of the online academic journal Didache: Faithful Teaching.

John Wesley’s Sunday Evening Prayer for Families

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Sunday Evening. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class To You, the high and holy One who inhabits eternity, You are to be awed … Continue reading →

Posted in Discipleship, Family, Homes, Practical Theology, Spiritual Formation, Wesley | 1 Comment

Dallas Willard Audios

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

I blogged in January on Economic Wisdom and Human Flourishing, including a mention of Dallas’ Willard’s presentations to the Kern Foundation Oikonomia Network retreat. The network has recently posted a summary and links to the audio files for your engagement.

Posted in Discipleship, Economics, Pedagogy, Practical Theology, Spiritual Formation, Vocation | 1 Comment

John Wesley’s Sunday Morning Prayer for Families

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Sunday Morning. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class Almighty and eternal God, we really want to praise Your holy name for graciously raising … Continue reading →

Posted in Discipleship, Family, Homes, Spiritual Formation, Wesley | Leave a comment

Scottie May Lecture Available

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

If you are interested in listening to Scottie May’s lectures they are now available via the NTS Spring Chapel Schedule link. Scottie May | Miriam J. Hall Lectures in Children’s Ministries             Associate Professor of Christian Formation and Ministry, Wheaton College

Posted in Children, Clergy, Discipleship, Practical Theology, Theological Education | Leave a comment

John Wesley’s Saturday Evening Prayer for Families

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Saturday Evening. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class Lord, our God, You are infinitely good and You show us what is good in … Continue reading →

Posted in Discipleship, Family, Spiritual Formation, Wesley | Leave a comment

Wesleyan Holiness Women’s Clergy Conference (Grace & Peace Magazine)

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins
Posted in Clergy, Leadership, Wesley, Women | Leave a comment

Wesley’s Saturday Morning Prayer for Families

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Saturday Morning. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class We present ourselves before You, our Lord and our God, to give You our gift … Continue reading →

Posted in Discipleship, Family, Homes, Spiritual Formation, Wesley | Leave a comment