Following Jesus – Reaching the Nations Around Us As Matthew’s rendition of the gospel story was coming to an end, the disciples found themselves receiving some very specific instructions from our Lord. Jesus said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all…
District Assembly News Over the last two days, Nazarenes from across the 18 counties that make up the South Central Ohio District gathered at The Naz in Grove City to consider The Next Yes. We worshipped, we celebrated all that God is doing in our midst, and we strengthened our connections with each other. Here’s…
Hocking Hills Retreat Center (HHRC) Update We are continuing to make great progress at Hocking Hills Retreat Center! Here’s an update on projects we’ve been working on: Thanks to everyone who has supported HHRC financially and with your time and labor! Rob Paugh HHRC Development Thankful for the early spring rain that has helped fill…
Where Stories Begin – Youth Summer Camps 2026 One of my favorite hymns is “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing.” As a kid the lyrics “here I raise my Ebenezer” confused me. How did Scrooge get into this hymn? But as an adult I understand the importance and significance of the Ebenezer. In 1 Samuel…
The Next Yes Discipleship (like sanctification) involves both transforming journey and transforming moment. The transforming journey is all about growth in grace and forward progress and being shaped into Christlikeness moment by moment, from glory to glory. The transforming moments are watershed experiences when God’s grace and our obedience connect in ways that produce significant,…
God Moved in Panama What happens when 49 people from 20 different churches say “yes” to God? For four unforgettable days in small remote regions of Panama, we witnessed the answer. Our team came ready to serve—but it didn’t take long to realize that God had already gone before us. In makeshift clinics and simple…
The Value of APR and District Assembly It’s the most wonderful time of the yearWith the APR loomingAnd staff members assuring you, “Yes, it’s been quite a year!”It’s the most wonderful time of the year.It’s the hap-happiest season of allWith those annual meetingsAnd reports you’re completingTill the District Secretary callsIt’s the hap-happiest season of all….
The Finish Line is in Sight! While pastoring in Kentucky, I became a fan of the Kentucky Derby. I loved it all—the hats, the southern pastels, the singing of “My Old Kentucky Home,” and the voice of Dave Johnson calling the race. I’d get chills when the horses rounded the final turn and he’d utter…
What if the biggest Kingdom impact you make could come from a small, sustainable shift? January is famous for big, bold resolutions. We try to overhaul everything at once—new habits, new systems, new goals—only to find ourselves discouraged when the momentum fades by February. Most of us don’t lack passion. We lack sustainability. And that’s…
NDI Equip – February 21 Are you ready to be inspired, refreshed, and equipped for the work of discipleship? Are you ready to connect with like-minded leaders who are learning together? Join us for NDI Equip, a powerful half-day designed to strengthen leaders, encourage pastors, and ignite the church to fulfill Christ’s call to make…
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