Journeys of Paul Tour—Mamertine Prison
It was in from the Mamertine prison that Paul, as he faced martyrdom for Christ, penned these words: For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth...
Journeys of Paul Tour— Puteoli
As Paul sailed to Rome for his trial, he entered the harbor at Puteoli, Italy, where he spent a week with fellow Christians. And from thence we fetched a compass, and came to Rhegium: and after one day the south wind blew, and we came the next day to Puteoli: Where we...
Journeys of Paul Tour—Mars’ Hill
When Paul stood to preach the gospel on Mars’ Hill, just outside of Athens, he faced a pluralistic society, much as we face today. Acts 17:22–34 records Paul’s message and the response he received. Some mocked. Some showed a little interest. But others believed. ...
Journeys of Paul Tour—Athens
As we have been following the journeys of Paul—and especially here in the olympic stadium at Athens—I have been mindful of the fact that the apostle Paul constanly lived with a determination to finish his race strong for Christ. Indeed, as he approached the end of his...
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Pastor Paul Chappell
Dr. Paul Chappell is the senior pastor of the Lancaster Baptist Church and president of West Coast Baptist College in Lancaster, California. His biblical vision has led the church to become one of the most dynamic independent Baptist churches in the nation. He has been married to his wife, Terrie, for over forty years and is the father of four married children all serving in Christian ministry.
Every day, we can look for ways to bless to others, or we can look for disagreements to inflame. Proverbs 3:27–35 teaches us to bless.
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