by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 17, 2014 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
In churches today there is a dearth of men of God—men whose hearts follow after the Lord and who are spiritual leaders in their homes. But this dearth is not unique to our time period or culture. In 1 Samuel 13:14, Scripture notes that God had to search for such a man...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 15, 2014 | Ministry Leadership
It is all too easy to allow the responsibilities of leadership to morph into the routines of management. Management, of course, is necessary for leaders. We manage projects and coordinate efforts to match them. Good leadership includes wise structures of management....
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 13, 2014 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
It’s hard to believe that we are already entering another summer season of ministry. Depending on your occupation and age, the word summer likely holds varying connotations for you. If you are a student, it means vacation! If you are a teacher, it means preparation....
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 12, 2014 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Hard copies of my newest book, Out of Commission, will be available May 27. But beginning this week, Striving Together has opened the book for presales with bonuses for purchasing early. One of these presale bonuses is a free ebook copy—available for immediate...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 9, 2014 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Late last summer I began writing Out of Commission, a book that I pray will help many Christians and local churches to make Christ’s last command our first priority. Out of Commission is unique in that it is the first comprehensive book I’ve written on soulwinning. It...