Equipping disciple-makers for the journey
Unique Thanksgiving Traditions
By Jeff Spangler, Administrative Director NDI | 15 Nov 2024
While we all have our own unique Thanksgiving traditions, I think most of our celebrations have much in common. Gathering family and friends, partaking in a great meal, sharing what we are thankful for, and maybe even a little bit of football!
A Year of Great Strides in Nazarene Disability Ministry Resourcing
By Rev. Ryan Nelson, Disability Ministry Coordinator, Church of the Nazarene | 16 Sep 2024
I can hardly get my mind wrapped around the fact that it is already September! It is hard to believe that it has been almost a year since I had a conversation with Scott Rainey about disability ministry in the Church of the Nazarene. God has been so good during this first year. We have made some great strides in making disability ministry resources more accessible to the local church.
Second Quarter Certificate of Lay Ministry
By Nazarene Discipleship International, | 16 Sep 2024
DiscipleshipPlace.org would like to congratulate the following individuals for being approved by their pastor and local church board to receive the certificate of lay ministry.
Discipleship a Journey of Discovery and Adventure!
By Rev. Susan Booth, NDI representative to the General Board | 16 Sep 2024
A journey of grace is on everybody's lips. These words have made me think about my own journey of discipleship. Firstly, my thoughts took me to the journey that the Emmaus disciples had with Jesus in Luke 24. The words that stood out for me are in Luke 24:32 (MSG): “Back and forth they talked.
Discipleship at Home
By Lindsay Parson, NEW Homeschool Representative | 16 Sep 2024
Just before Christ ascended into heaven, he instructed his disciples to “go and make disciples, baptizing and teaching . . .” (Matthew 28:19-20, NIV). The Great Commission is for all believers to follow, especially in their homes, so we proclaimed the good news and lived authentically as a beacon of light for all those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.
Little Ones Can Know, Love, and Serve Jesus
By Rev. Jan Wilton, NEW Preschool Representative | 16 Sep 2024
We often hear that children under the age of 6 do not have the spiritual capability to really know and have a “real” understanding of God’s love. This refers to children who are in classes in church and preschool where they are not fully exposed or really encouraged to develop spiritually.
Discipling the Next Generation: A Case for Microschools
By Nancy Shonamon, Principal of Shawnee Nazarene Academy and NEW Christian School Representative | 16 Sep 2024
Many families experience the dilemma of making difficult educational decisions for their children. Parents across the United States have withdrawn an unprecedented number of students from public school systems, and homeschool is one of the fastest growing forms of education in America.
Impacting the Lives of College Students
By Dr. Mark Taylor, NEW College Representative | 13 Sep 2024
During my first year of college, I was a commuter student and did not really connect much with campus life. In my sophomore year, I started living on campus. It was there that I would connect with a campus ministry.
Open Doors at a Public State University
By Dr. Juanita Copley, College/University Representative | 09 Sep 2024
“Are you the Christian professor?”
Our Calling to Share the Gospel in All Educational Settings
By Marilyn J. Dominick, Chairperson, Nazarene Educators Worldwide | 09 Sep 2024
The most wonderful treasure of our salvation is the redemption and restoration offered by God through his Son, Jesus Christ! The truth that God loves us so much that he showed us grace and mercy that we did not earn and do not deserve at all is a precious concept. This truth brings great hope to all of us who believe on his name.