Category Archives: Practical Theology

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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Wesley’s Prayer for Wednesday Evening

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Wednesday Evening. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class Lord, how great is Your workmanship, with wisdom You made everything. Day and Night are … Continue reading →

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Real Conversation on Discipleship

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

One of the real joys this past year was being part of a panel discussion sponsored by Sunday School & Discipleship Ministries International and Grace & Peace Magazine. The honor was primarily being with so many passionate and classy people … Continue reading →

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Wesley’s Tuesday Evening Prayer for Families

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Wesley’s written prayer for families for Tuesday Evening. John wrote morning and evening prayers for families, I am offering paraphrases to my Family Ministry class Everlasting Father of all strength, exclusive Lord of all creatures in heaven and earth, we … Continue reading →

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Entrepreneurial Principles

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

I attended MidAmerican Nazarene University’s Tuesday’s program for alumni and local business leaders. I was interested in the program, organized by Graydon Dawson and the MNU Fastrac for Entrepreneurial Leadership Unfortunately the program ran long (odd for business people but … Continue reading →

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Just in Time

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Dean G. Blevins

Worshiped at Bethany First Church of the Nazarene this morning. Incredible worship and sermon by Rick Harvey on the parable of the talents (Matt 25) and our preoccupation with “stuff,” and an investment of resources for the kingdom. Rick apologized to … Continue reading →

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