The Holiness Today Podcast

A Conversation With Gary Hartke, General Secretary for the Church of the Nazarene

On this episode, Nate Gilmore has a conversation with General Secretary, Gary Hartke. Dr. Hartke has served as General Secretary since March of 2019. Before this, he served for 18 ½ years as the Global Director of NYI. Listen as Dr. Hartke shares what he has learned in his over 20 years in global leadership and in how the General Secretary’s office resources and supports over 30,000 churches in 165 world areas.
 

NMI Central - August 2024

On this episode, tune in to listen to an audio version of NMI Central. Mission highlights in the month of August include: Portugal, Weather Predictions and Nazarene Readiness, Spain, Discover Event in Kenya, and the Mesoamerica Region.
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.
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Nazarene Archives ep 35: William Greathouse Preaches on "The Ministry of Christ"

On this episode, listen to William Greathouse preach on "The Ministry of Christ" from John chapter 7. This sermon was preached at a theology conference at the European Bible College in January of 1981.Dr. Greathouse served as General Superintendent for the Church of the Nazarene (1976-1989). He had previously served as President of Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City (1968-1976), President of Trevecca Nazarene University (1963-1968), and as a pastor in the local church (1938-1963).

A Word From T.A. Noble on “The Mystery of Prayer”

This recording was created for the Sept/Oct 2024 HT: "Great Prayers of the New Testament".
In this issue, look forward to articles highlighting important prayers and instruction for prayer from the New Testament from Dr. David Busic, Dr. Gustavo Crocker, Dr. Carla Sunberg, and Dr. Christian Sarmiento. Find this issue at holinesstoday.org.
 
In case you missed it, check out the May/June 2024 issue, "Great Prayers of the Old Testament", featuring Dr. Fili Chambo and Dr. T. Scott Daniels. 
To listen to the audio version of "Great Prayers of the Old Testament", click here for YouTube, Apple, Spotify, or Amazon Music.  

Nazarene Archives ep 34: William Greathouse Preaches on “Called to Be Saints”

Welcome to the Holiness Today Podcast. On this episode, listen to William Greathouse preach on being called to be Saints, from Ephesians 1 and 4. This sermon was preached at Nazarene Bible College on November 20, 1974.
 
Dr. Greathouse served as General Superintendent for the Church of the Nazarene (1976-1989). He had previously served as President of Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City (1968-1976), President of Trevecca Nazarene University (1963-1968), and as a pastor in the local church (1938-1963).

A Conversation With Jeni Hall, Lead Pastor at Bentonville Community Church

On this episode Sarah Loganbill interviews Jeni Hall, Lead Pastor at Bentonville Community Church. In this conversation Rev. Hall tells of her journey of grace, how God is using her gifts for ministry, and she hopes for in the future of her ministry.

Nazarene Archives ep 33: William Greathouse Preaches on the First Commandment

On this episode listen to William Greathouse preach on the Greatest Commandment from Mark 12:28. This sermon was preached at Nazarene Bible College on November 19 1974.
 
Dr. Greathouse served as General Superintendent for the Church of the Nazarene (1976-1989). He had previously served as President of Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City (1968-1976), President of Trevecca Nazarene University (1963-1968), and as a pastor in the local church (1938-1963).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament - Holiness Today’s May/June 2024 Issue

Enjoy this audio production of the May/June 2024 issue, “Great Prayers of the Old Testament,” read by Jordan Eigsti.
 
To watch TA Noble's video from this issue click here 
 
00:00 Intro00:26 Editorial: Calling and Responding - Jordan Eigsti03:05 A Beacon of Hope: Calling on the Name of the Lord - Fili Chambo07:14 A Prayer of Abraham - Doug Ward11:11 A Prayer of Moses - Rubén Fernandez16:07 A Prayer of Aaron - Michele Mellette20:07 A Prayer of Hannah - Robin Radi24:23 A Prayer of Solomon - Timothy Green29:19 A Prayer of Asa - Gabriel Benjiman34:28 A Prayer of Nehemiah - Cara Shonamon38:39 A Prayer of Job - Marco Velasco42:29 A Prayer of David - David Wilson46:28 A Prayer of Isaiah - Dan Gilmore50:19 A Prayer of Jeremiah - Celeste Chaguala54:05 A Prayer of Daniel - Julie O'Hara57:53 A Prayer of Joel - Sarah Legreid01:01:30 A Prayer of Jonah - T. Scott Daniels01:05:37 Outro

Nazarene Archives ep 32: Audrey Williamson Gives a Devotion on the Paradox of Self-Sacrifice

Listen to Audrey Williamson give a devotion on Matthew 16:25.
Dr. Williamson was a speaker, writer, and teacher for the Church of the Nazarene and served alongside her husband, former General Superintendent, GB Williamson.
This recording was produced for the Minister’s Tape Club in September of 1981.

A Conversation With Jim Ritchie, Director of Global Mission

On this episode, Nate Gilmore has a conversation with Director of Global Missions, Jim Ritchie. Dr. Ritchie was elected to this position in February of 2024. Before this, he served as the Regional Director for Eurasia. Listen as Dr. Ritchie tells of his call to ministry, how God has used him for the Church, and what his hopes are for the years to come

NMI Central - July 2024

On this episode, tune in to listen to an audio version of NMI Central. Mission highlights in the month of July include: Trinidad and Tobago, Philippines-Micronesia Field, Belize, and Pakistan.
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.
WEF video: click here

Nazarene Archives ep 31: Mildred Bangs Wynkoop Lectures at NTS in October of 1976

On this episode, listen to Mildred Bangs Wynkoop give a lecture at Nazarene Theological Seminary in October of 1976. In this recording, you will also hear Stephen W Nease give an introduction.
Dr. Wynkoop was a writer, pastor, missionary, and theologian in the Church of the Nazarene. She authored several books including Foundations of Wesleyan-Arminian Theology and A Theology of Love: The Dynamic of Wesleyanism. Throughout her ministry, she served as a local church pastor in California and Oregon. She taught at George Fox Evangelical Seminary, taught in Taiwan, and was the founding president of Japan Nazarene Theological Seminary. She then returned to the United States and served as a Professor of Theology at Trevecca Nazarene College from 1966-1976 and then at Nazarene Theological Seminary from 1976-1979.
Dr. Wynkoop met Phineas Bresee, was a student of H. Orton Wiley and Olive Winchester, and taught alongside and influenced countless Nazarenes. Her academic life spanned four Nazarene institutions. Mildred Wynkoop studied at Point Loma Nazarene University, Northwest Nazarene University, and taught at Trevecca Nazarene University and Nazarene Theological Seminary, where the Wynkoop Center for Women in Ministry is located.

NDI - Ramon A Sierra Teaches on "Disciples, Captivated by Grace"

This was originally recorded as a webinar for The Discipleship Place on June 18th. This recording brings together fundamental and key elements of our walk with Christ. In this episode, Ramon defines what a disciple of Jesus is, what discipleship is, and what it means to disciple others. 
Hosted by John Comstock

A Conversation with Sarah Legreid, Assistant Chaplain NTC

On this episode, listen to Sarah Loganbill have a conversation with Sarah Legreid, Assistant Chaplain and PhD student at Nazarene Theological College in Manchester, England. Rev. Legreid recalls her faith journey, how God has used her story in ministry, and of her experience at Nazarene Theological College.
 

A Conversation with Sam Barber, NDI Director

In this conversation, Nate Gilmore connects with Dr. Sam Barber, newly elected Director of Nazarene Discipleship International. Listen as Dr. Barber shares his journey of faith, how God has used him, of his thoughts on discipleship, and what his hope is for the Church of the Nazarene.
This conversation also touches on Dr. Barber's book A People of Grace (published by The Foundry Publishing) which introduces a new and effective discipleship model that guides Christians along the path of effective accountability for both themselves and those they will lead to a deeper understanding of Christ. Click here to purchase this resource.
Click here to listen to Dr. Barber’s workshop at the 2023 General Assembly in which he discusses A People of Grace and how local churches can adopt a Wesleyan model of discipleship for the 21st century.

The Preaching Collaborative ep 9: Rick Harvey Preaches on Sharing Jesus

Please enjoy this sermon on “A Call to Share Jesus”, preached by Rev. Rick Harvey, Lead Pastor at Bethany First Church of the Nazarene in Bethany, Oklahoma.
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.

Nazarene Archives ep 30: William Greathouse Preaches on Romans 7 at Detroit First Church in 1976

Dr. Greathouse preaches on Romans 7, shortly after his election the Board of General Superintendents in 1976 at Detroit First Church.
Dr. Greathouse served as General Superintendent for the Church of the Nazarene (1976-1989). He had previously served as President of Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City (1968-1976), President of Trevecca Nazarene University (1963-1968), and as a pastor in the local church (1938-1963).

One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism

On this episode listen to an audio production of One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism, read by Jordan Eigsti. 
This instruction follows the four patterns of classical faith formation.
The Apostles Creed
The Sacraments
The Ten Commandments
The Lord’s Prayer
These teachings espouse the essential doctrines that Nazarenes confess and practice as part of a global community of Christians in many denominational expressions worldwide using a traditional, centuries-old template for instruction in the faith of the Christian church. 
As our denomination expands globally, it is appropriate to identify not only our distinctives, but how our theology derives from Holy Scripture, and harmonizes with the church’s tradition over two millennia, with human reason enlightened by the Holy Spirit, and with Christian experience. One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism: Essential Teaching for Faith Formation in the Church of the Nazarene, is just such an initiative.
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00:00 Intro
00:36 A Rightly Formed Faith
03:48 Background Conversations
06:28 Salvation History
08:40 The Holy Scriptures
13:12 The Apostles Creed
40:25 The Sacraments
50:36 The Ten Commandments
01:05:22 The Lord's Prayer
01:15:21 Outro

NMI Central - June 2024

On this episode, tune in to listen to an audio version of NMI Central. Mission highlights in the month of March include: An update on the Global week of Prayer, France, and Belgium.
Alabaster highlight video celebrates the 75th Anniversary Year with a highlight from the Eurasia region: click here
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.
 

A Conversation With Rev. Selena Freeman, Lead Pastor at The Well Church

In this episode, listen to Sarah Loganbill share a conversation with Rev. Selena Freeman, Lead Executive Pastor of The Well Church of the Nazarene, as she shares her story of faith, the journey of church planting, and how the Lord is working in her life and ministry.