Edited & Translation Work
Thank God and Take Courage: How the Holy Spirit Worked in My Life (editor)
1992 · Point Loma Press
Carver edited this memoir by Lewis T. Corlett, longtime president of Nazarene Theological Seminary, on the Spirit's work across a life of ministry.
Citation
Corlett, Lewis T. Thank God and Take Courage: How the Holy Spirit Worked in My Life. Edited by Frank G. Carver. San Diego: Point Loma Press, 1992.
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Where to find it
Point Loma Press; limited availability, held by Nazarene libraries.
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In the archive
The archive holds Carver’s working papers on these same themes — free to read.
a Wesley Sermon 138 grieving the Holy Spirit
A transcript of John Wesley's Sermon 138, 'On Grieving The Holy Spirit,' originally written in 1733. This version is an abridged and revised edition of the 1872 Thomas Jackson edition, edited by George Lyons with minor corrections by Ryan Danker for the Wesley Center for Applied Theology at Northwest Nazarene University. The sermon provides an exegetical commentary on Ephesians 4:30, exploring the nature of God's 'grief' as a disposition of His will arising from love and abhorrence of sin. Wesley outlines how sins offend the Holy Spirit through His immediate presence in the believer, as acts of contempt toward divine love, and as a failure to achieve the sanctification intended by the Spirit's work.
Ephesians 4:30 · 1 Corinthians 6:19 · 2 Corinthians 1:22
A Wesleyan Understanding of the Fullness of the Spirit
A theological reflection on the Wesleyan concept of being 'filled with the Holy Spirit.' The document traces the biblical development of the Spirit, from the 'ruach' in Genesis to the Pentecost event in Acts. It explores a twofold meaning of the Spirit's fullness: first, as the fulfillment of prophetic promise marking the birth of the Church; and second, as a necessity for the daily renewal of disciples facing challenges. The text incorporates quotations from John Wesley regarding the Spirit as the fountain of holiness and the life of God in the soul, and concludes with a focus on the transformative power of the Spirit as described in the Pauline epistles.
Genesis 1:2 · Psalm 51:11 · Luke 11:13
Communion First Church 11-2-14
A liturgical program and instructional outline for a Communion service held at SD First Church of the Nazarene on November 2, 2014. The document includes scripture readings from Matthew (26:17-20, 26-28, 30), John (16:13-15), 2 Corinthians (5:17, 19, 21), Hebrews (10:10), and 1 John (1:2, 1:9), as well as a prayer from the Book of Common Prayer (BCP). The text provides specific liturgical instructions for both the 'Both Services' and 'Classic Service' formats, including the distribution of elements, the lifting of the bread and cup, and administrative notes regarding transitions between speakers (Ron Benefiel and Justin) and the collection of the offering.
Matthew 26:17-20, 26-28, 30 · John 16:13-15 · 2 Corinthians 5:17, 19, 21
Darkness -- M Teresa - Georgian Harkness - Palmer
A study exploring the theme of 'darkness of faith' through the lives of Mother Teresa and Georgia Harkness. The document examines Mother Teresa's spiritual experience of 'interior darkness' and her identification with the Cross, referencing Brian Kolodiejchuk’s biography. It also discusses the transition from a faith of human spiritual victory to a faith dependent on divine grace, as exemplified by Georgia Harkness's experience of the 'dark night.'
Hebrews
Ezra-Nehemiah 6--A Holy People I
A lecture or study guide titled 'A Holy People I,' focusing on the books of Ezra and Nehemiah (specifically Ezra 3:1—7:10). The document explores the theme of holiness within the restored community of Israel, examining Ezra's role as a scribe skilled in the law of Moses and his mission to establish a holy people. The text traces the historical context from the decree of Cyrus to the arrival of Ezra under King Artaxerxes, discussing the rebuilding of the altar and temple foundation, the opposition from Samaritans and local inhabitants, and the theological tension between 'law and gospel.' It includes references to the 'vertical' God-ward dimension of worship and mentions scholarly themes regarding the definition of law and the role of the Church.
Ezra 3:1 · Ezra 7:1-10 · Ezra 7:6
John and the Holy Spirit--SS
A study titled 'I AM COMING TO YOU: The Johannine Witness,' which explores the person and work of the Holy Spirit (the Paraclete) in the Gospel of John. The document includes an introduction in which the author reflects on the publication history and commercial failure of his 1996 book, 'When Jesus Said Goodbye: John’s Witness to the Holy Spirit,' citing issues with Nazarene Publishing House marketing and the text's perceived theological abstraction. The author also provides a preface that outlines the study's aim to examine the Johannine witness to the Spirit in relation to Jesus and the Church, referencing scholars such as B.F. Westcott, Robert Browning, and Amos Wilder.
John 1:1-21:25 · John 16:13-15 · John 20:31