by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 14, 2015 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
Today we celebrate twenty-nine years of ministry at Lancaster Baptist Church. (Wow, that’s hard to believe!) It’s been a journey of faith, growth, and, in general, complete awe at God’s greatness. He’s done more than we ever dreamed He would, and we give Him glory for...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 13, 2015 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
There are some things you can’t learn via YouTube videos. Significant construction would be one of those. I mean, you could probably find a YouTube video on building a dog house, but beyond that, I’m not sure your best place for construction instruction is going to be...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 10, 2015 | Ministry Leadership
The best conferences have significant levels of preparation invested ahead of time by those hosting the conference. From the speakers to facilities to schedules to a million other areas of detail, a well-planned and thoroughly-prepared conference will be more...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 8, 2015 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
One of the most dangerous aspects of success in any work of God is that it would lead to complacency. The truth is, it is easier to rejoice in a victory of the past and simply maintain going forward than it is to take continual faith-filled risks and build going...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 4, 2015 | Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
You’ve heard the famous quote attributed to Abraham Lincoln: “Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Time and life management experts have likewise pointed out the value of “sharpening the saw” for maximum effect in...