NDI Journey Posts
Equipping disciple-makers for the journey
The Countdown to General Assembly and the NDI General Convention Continues!
By Victoria Sawyer, NDI General Convention Coordinator | 09 Jun 2022
We are officially one year away from gathering together in Indianapolis, Indiana, for the 30th General Assembly! It is hard to believe how far we have come and how close we are to finally meeting together. While you are anxiously awaiting additional details, please enjoy this testimonial from one who has had the opportunity to experience General Assembly in previous years.
Children’s Bible Quizzing: The Right Tool at the Right Time!
By Dorothy Whipp, NDI Children’s World Quiz Coordinator | 09 Jun 2022
Have you ever started a project but don’t have the right tool? You try to forge ahead and adapt. However, many times not only does it not work but you end up doing more damage by trying to use something that wasn’t made for that purpose.
How Do We Disciple Lost Persons until They Repent and Believe in Jesus?
By Daryll Stanton, Global Resourcing Coordinator, Nazarene Discipleship International | 09 Jun 2022
It is important for each Christ-follower to be engaged in a lifelong journey of being and making Christlike disciples. Christians need to be highly committed to inviting lost persons to become Christ-followers.
A Temporary Farewell to a Greatly Valued NDI Ministry Leader
By NDI, | 09 Jun 2022
On Friday, March 4, 2022, Dr. Linda Hardin, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family after her months-long struggle with cancer. Linda’s ministry efforts and accomplishments are well known to those who served with her at the Church of the Nazarene’s headquarters and the Global Ministry Center.
Understanding and Blessing Blended Families in Your Church
By Jay and Tammy Daughtry, | 09 Jun 2022
Blended, bonus, and step are a few of the words associated with a blended family. These families are not the same as first-time marriages where two people get married, grow together for a few years, and then eventually have children. Blended/bonus families usually become instant families right from the beginning. Every blended family is created out of some loss or misfortune.
Floyd’s Journey from Friendship to Faith
By Dr. Tom Zile, NDI Educational Field Coordinator | 09 Jun 2022
It was a Thursday evening service of camp meeting on the Southwestern Ohio District when Floyd made his way to the altar and surrendered his life to the Lord. What a night of celebration! Floyd was a man who had battled alcohol for decades, leading to numerous other problems as well; but the prevenient grace of God had already been working in Floyd’s life for many years.
My Journey of Grace
By Marcial Banda Rafael, Regional NDI Coordinator, South America Region | 09 Jun 2022
I'm Marcial Banda Rafael and have been a pastor for 24 years. Currently I am a district superintendent and coordinator of NDI in the South America Region. I am married to Zoila Cieza Garcia, and our two children, Mateo and Mariagrazia, are gifts from God.
Easter - Moving forward in Our Journey with God
By Daryll Stanton, NDI Global Resourcing Coordinator | 17 May 2022
This year, Ash Wednesday was on 2 March, marking the beginning of Lent on the Christian calendar. Its origin is from an eighth century practice of marking Christians’ foreheads with ashes. Sometimes the ashes were obtained by burning the palm branches from the previous Palm Sunday. This practice is also rooted in the Old Testament practice of using ash as a sign of penitence and mourning.
The Holy Spirit's Nudge
By Jim Clifton, NDI Educational Field Coordinator–USA/Canada Region | 17 May 2022
I woke up with a song in my head, not a hymn or chorus I was familiar with but a new song. I got up and started to write the verses, the chorus, and a bridge of that song. I was encouraged by what was written; it may never be shared by anyone, but it warmed my heart and refreshed my soul.
Redemption and Restoration: An Effective Approach to Managing Student Behavior in our Schools
By Marilyn J. Dominick, Chair of Nazarene Educators Worldwide | 17 May 2022
The most wonderful treasure of our salvation is the redemption and restoration offered by God through His Son, Jesus Christ. God loves us so much that He showed us grace and mercy that we did not earn and do not deserve. This is a precious concept that brings great hope to all of us who believe in Jesus. Along with that redemption is the promise in His Word that offers a restoration of what Satan tries to rob from us. God gives us a fresh start and the promise of a fulfilling life in Him. Our faith gives us this hope.