by Dr. Paul Chappell | Oct 31, 2008 | Current Events
As I have traveled across the country this past year, I have often been approached by pastors whose churches are struggling financially. For many churches, low offerings have resulted in financial stress and in some cases, has brought the ministry to a halt. The...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Oct 29, 2008 | Current Events
By now, most every American Christian has heard of the Seeker Sensitive church movement. This movement, which began approximately twenty-five years ago, was a stated attempt to develop church programs and adapt church philosophy through the “felt needs” of those...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Oct 29, 2008 | Christian Life
Every summer, I strive to read as many books as possible. It is imperative to constantly be growing and developing in a spiritual walk with Christ, and I believe godly books can certainly help in that endeavor. It is a personal goal of mine to glean from good books in...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Oct 22, 2008 | Ministry News
In Matthew chapter 9, we find Jesus going about His father’s business. He was teaching, preaching and healing the sick among the people. He then pauses for a moment, and the Bible records these words: “But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Oct 14, 2008 | Ministry News
The fall months are perhaps my favorite time of year at Lancaster Baptist Church. The weather is changing, school is well underway, and the festivities of Thanksgiving and Christmas are just around the corner. Most importantly, however, this time of year reminds me...