The Holiness Today Podcast

Nazarene Archives ep 21: W. T. Purkiser Preaches on the Holy Spirit and Internal Security

Listen to W. T. Purkiser preach on “The Holy Spirit and Internal Security.” W. T. Purkiser (1910-92) was a preacher, professor, and editor for the Church of the Nazarene. He pastored churches in Southern California and Sacramento, as well as teaching as a professor at Pasadena College and Nazarene Theological Seminary. W. T. Purkiser was a prolific writer of history and theology, and served as Editor-in-Chief of Herald of Holiness, now Holiness Today, for 15 years.

NMI Central - January 2024

On this week’s episode, tune in to hear an audio version of NMI Central. This publication focuses on the global work of the Church of the Nazarene including current prayer needs and praise reports. It is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French.
Click here to subscribe to NMI Central.Mission highlights in the month of November include: South Korea, Armenia, Cote d’Ivoire, and Mexico. Click here for the Alabaster highlight video from South Korea, Asia-Pacific Region.
 

A Conversation With Klaus Arnold

On this episode, Nate Gilmore has a conversation Dr. Klaus Arnold, Director of Global Education and Clergy Development for the Church of the Nazarene. In this conversation, Dr. Arnold shares his journey in ministry and what his hope is for the global Church.
 
Below are the papers for the Global Theology Conference that were mentioned in the episode. 
Didache Volume 22 Number 1
 

Nazarene Archives ep 20: W. T. Purkiser Preaches on Christ the Promise of the Holy Spirit

Listen to W. T. Purkiser preach on Christ and the Promise of the Holy Spirit from John 14:15-18. W. T. Purkiser (1910-92) was a preacher, professor, and editor for the Church of the Nazarene. He pastored churches in Southern California and Sacramento, as well as teaching as a professor at Pasadena College and Nazarene Theological Seminary. W. T. Purkiser was a prolific writer of history and theology and served as Editor-in-Chief of Herald of Holiness, now Holiness Today, for 15 years.

Stories of Faith - Holiness Today’s May/June 2021 Issue

Enjoy this audio production of the May/June 2021 issue, “Stories of Faith” read by Jordan Eigsti; where God's story is revealed in the lives of believers.
00:00 Intro00:28 Frank Moore: Everybody Loves a Good Story03:00 David Busic: Standing in the Gap05:08 Wendell Brown: The Power of Testimony11:09 Scott Fox: More to the Story13:46 Callie Stevens: Creating a Home22:00 Mark Busch: God Is on the Move26:03 Jay Height: Breaking the Cycle of Poverty33:25 Marty Hill: My Journey to Freedom36:09 Beth Clayton Luthye: Becoming Somebody41:24 Stephen Dillman: A Genuine and Lasting Faith44:44 J.D. Shanahan: New Hope51:57 Wendell Brown: Sharing Your Story 53:52 Outro
 

A Conversation With Debbie Salter Goodwin

On this podcast, listen to John Comstock have a conversation with Debbie Salter Goodwin about her book "Raising Kids to Extraordinary Faith."
Debbie is a freelance writer and speaker, and has served in the publishing ministry of the Church of the Nazarene. She currently serves as the Discipleship Director at her local church. 
This audio was originally recorded for Discipleship Place. The Discipleship Place exists to serve individuals and local churches by providing free courses, resources, and discipleship tools to help disciples, disciple-makers, and mentors of disciple-makers.
 

Nazarene Archives ep 19: D. I. Vanderpool Preaches on the Holy Spirit

Listen to former General Superintendent Daniel Vanderpool’s message on the Holy Spirit (John 16:5-14) at the Arizona District Camp Meeting in 1971.

Preaching Collaborative ep 5: Selena Freeman

Holiness Today is partnering with the USA/Canada Regional Office to feature preachers from across the region. We hope that these messages will encourage your daily walk with the Lord and help you feel connected with the preaching ministry of the local church.Please enjoy the sermon "God’s Favor" from Numbers 6:24-26 and Isaiah 66:2. Selena Freeman pastors The Well Church of the Nazarene in Springfield, Missouri.
Click here to watch Selena's sermon on the Well Church's YouTube channel.

BGS - Carla Sunberg & Cara Shonamon Preach at Evangelism Conference

General Superintendent Dr. Carla Sunberg and Rev. Cara Shonamon speak on Theology of Conversion at the Personal Evangelism ​Conference at Nazarene Theological Seminary on March 22, 2023.

NMI Central - December 2023

On this episode, listen to an audio version of NMI Central from December. Mission highlights in the month of December include Nigeria and Singapore. Please join us in praying for those impacted by the terror attacks that occurred in Nigeria this Christmas. May God’s mercy and justice prevail.
 
NMI central focuses on the global work of the Church of the Nazarene including current prayer needs and praise reports. It is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. 
 Alabaster highlight video from Nazareth, Israel Eurasia Region: https://vimeo.com/830271642/c166b16d1d?share=copy 

A Conversation With Ágatha Heap

Emily Aguilar has a conversation with Ágatha Heap about her call to ministry and how God is using her in His Kingdom. Ágatha is an author, pastor, professor, writer, and ordained minister in the Church of the Nazarene. She has written for Holiness Today and has worked as an interpreter and translator for the Church of the Nazarene at General Board, and General Assembly, and for various publications. She holds degrees in Social Sciences, Geography, Theology, and Religion. 

BGS - T. Scott Daniels: Fourth Sunday of Advent

Listen to General Superintendent T. Scott Daniels preach the fourth Sunday of Advent on Luke 1:26-38 - "Rejoice! The Lord is with Us"
 
This sermon was originally recorded at Nampa College Church in Nampa, ID on December 20, 2020.

A Conversation With Bonnie Perry

Listen as Nate Gilmore has a conversation with the General Editor for the Church of the Nazarene and Editor in Chief of Holiness Today, Bonnie Perry.
Dr. Perry has worked for over 30 years in Nazarene publications at the Foundry and now serves at the Global Ministry Center. She has been instrumental in developing numerous theological works for our denomination, including the New Beacon Hill Bible Commentary. Hear how God has used her ministry to share His word.

BGS - T. Scott Daniels: Third Sunday of Advent.

Listen to General Superintendent T. Scott Daniels preach the third Sunday of Advent on Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 - "Joy in Place of Mourning".This sermon was originally recorded at Nampa College Church in Nampa, ID on December 13, 2020. 

Jesus, Our Emmanuel - Holiness Today’s November/December 2021 Issue

Enjoy this audio production of “Jesus, Our Emmanuel” read by Jordan Eigsti. Hear how our Lord is revealed as Creator and Redeemer throughout this issue (Isaiah 44:24).

BGS - T. Scott Daniels: Second Sunday of Advent

Listen to General Superintendent, T. Scott Daniels, preach the second Sunday of advent on 2 Peter 3:8-15a - "While You Are Waiting"
 
This sermon was originally recorded at Nampa College Church in Nampa, ID on December 7, 2020.

NMI Central - November 2023

On this week’s episode, tune in to listen to an audio version of NMI Central. This publication focuses on the global work of the Church of the Nazarene including current prayer needs and praise reports. It is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. Subscribe to NMI Central.
Mission highlights in the month of November include: India, Belize, Colombia, and "Additional Areas." Alabaster highlight video from Brazil, South America Region: https://vimeo.com/881805850/acec9bbc0d?share=copy 

BGS - T. Scott Daniels: First Sunday of Advent

Listen to General Superintendent T. Scott Daniels preach the first Sunday of advent on Isaiah 64:1-9 - "Angry Clay in the Hands of a Gracious Potter"
 
This sermon was originally recorded at Nampa College Church in Nampa, ID on November 29, 2020.

Nazarene Archives ep 18: H. Ray Dunning on Barth, Bultmann, and Bonhoeffer

Listen to H. Ray Dunning give three brief lectures on the modern theologians; Karl Barth (1886-1968), Rudolf Bultmann (1884-1976), and Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906-1945).

Nazarene Archives ep 17: H. Ray Dunning on Augustine and Aquinas

Listen to H. Ray Dunning give two brief lectures on Augustine (354-430 AD) and Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274 AD) and how their lives and work has helped shape our theology today.