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The character of Satan in John Milton’s Paradise Lost is a subject of heavy debate among Milton scholars. Some, like C.S. Lewis, believe that Satan is a villain through and through, and any sympathy...

In the study of literature, we look to poets to communicate to us by putting the “best words in their best order,” as stated by Samuel Taylor Coleridge. The rhythm of poetry transcends music, and even...

This study explored ineffability of religious experience and bilingualism: What is it like to navigate ineffability in describing religious experience with the ability to choose between two languages...

First published online as an article for the Nazarene Tehological Seminary Blog, Dr. John Nielson shares thoughts on worship and lament.

Orignially posted online for the NTS Center for Pastoral Leadership, in this blog article, Dr. John Nielson explores the place ofr tears in our worship.

The game of cricket is widely perceived in Canada today as something foreign; after all, the game was invented in England, and clubs in Canada today seem to consist mostly of expatriates from various...

Many preservatives are artificial but there are more healthy alternative compounds present in nature to kill the bacteria. This study looked into essential oils, and lipids/fatty acids that are made...

(Chichewa: Basic Bible Studies for the Spirit-FIlled and Sanctified Life )

This address, “How Do You Want to Be Remembered?” was given by the College president of Mount Vernon Nazarene College in the May 1991 Baccalaureate service.

This address, “Do You Really Believe?” was given by the College president of Mount Vernon Nazarene College in the May 1990 Baccalaureate service.

This address, “One Final Recommendation” was given by the College president of Mount Vernon Nazarene University in August 2006 at the last Faculty Institute prior to his retirement. The address was...

This address, “Let’s Transition Together” was given by the College president of Mount Vernon Nazarene University in August 2006 at the last Faculty and Staff Awards Banquet prior to his retirement.

This article, “Leading Faith Communities” was written by the College president of Mount Vernon Nazarene University in 2005 for the Alumni and Friends publication , Mount Vernon NOW. More about this...

This address, “Looking Back! Looking Ahead!” was given by the College president of Mount Vernon Nazarene University in August 2005 at the annual University Faculty and Staff Awards Banquet. The...

This address, “Nurturing a Spirit of Excellence” was given by the College president of Mount Vernon Nazarene University in August 2004 at the annual University Faculty and Staff Awards Banquet.

Have you ever noticed that when someone asks you a question, the question reveals something about the person’s heart? Questions are a window into the heart. They can be a road map to our deepest...

Have you ever tried to work together with someone who didn’t have his or her heart in it? It’s like the times when I find myself grocery shopping with my wife. I like being with my wife, but I don’t...

The address, “When Good and Godly People Collide over Vision” was presented through Spanish translation to a Masters’ class on the campus of the Seminary of the Americas in San Jose, Costa Rica. This...

The model, “The Leader as Catalyst for Congregation Transformation” was developed, shaped and revised over the years while teaching various leadership courses at European Nazarene College, Bethany...

Basic Bible Studies for New and Growing Christians is a series of eight Bible studies to aid in the discipleship of new converts. It is designed as a means for a spiritual mentor to have eight...

The 2009 Africa Region Leadership Conference Plenary session, “Moving from Vision to Action to Results” was presented in Nairobi, Kenya on the campus of Africa Nazarene University. The material was...

The 2009 Africa Region Leadership Conference Plenary session, “Moving from Vision to Action to Results” was presented in Nairobi, Kenya on the campus of Africa Nazarene University. The material was...