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.

Great Overview of the Wesleyan Theological Society in Seattle

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins
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Scottie May Lectures on Welcoming Children

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Children provided the focus of study at NTS with the Miriam Hall Lecture in Children’s Ministry. Scottie May provided a powerful opening lecture on “Why Welcoming Children Welcomes Jesus” and followed with an interactive session on “How Welcoming Children Welcomes … Continue reading →

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John Wesley’s Friday Evening Prayer for Families

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Friday Evening. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class Lord, you were before everything, above everything, and always unfailing. You search our hearts, knowing … Continue reading →

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John Wesley’s Friday Morning Prayer

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Friday Morning. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class God you are merciful, gracious, patient and abounding in both goodness and truth. Your love … Continue reading →

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John Wesley’s Thursday Evening Prayer

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Thursday Evening. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class Dear Lord, our God, Your glory is above our thoughts and Your love above all … Continue reading →

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The Future of Nazarene Theological Education

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Just back from Seattle and the Wesleyan Theological Society Meeting. (And the most important event comes at the end of this post). Great fellowship and stimulating presentations, including Walter Brueggemman, Bruce Marshall, Mike Lodahl, Daniella Augustine, and Thomas Dozeman. Hats … Continue reading →

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Wesley’s Prayer for Thursday Morning

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Thursday Morning. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class Dear Lord, the God of our salvation, you are the hope for everything across the … Continue reading →

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