by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 19, 2014 | Christian Life
The principle of rest is woven into the pages of Scripture. But in our twenty-first century mentality of hurry, we often miss it. God built cycles of work and rest into creation. (See Genesis 2:2–3; Exodus 20:11.) Even Jesus highlighted the necessity of having times...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 16, 2014 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
It is impossible to read the book of Acts without seeing the evident power of the Holy Spirit working through the first-century churches—not just in the miraculous sign gifts, but in the daily witness of the churches. I’m convinced that the reason we do not always see...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 12, 2014 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
In the past three days of Spiritual Leadership Conference, the Lord powerfully and thoroughly renewed many of our hearts. From the preaching to the music to the sessions, it was evident to me that God was doing a work deeper than can be planned or organized. We truly...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 11, 2014 | Ministry Leadership
When we planned the theme of “Renew” for this year’s conference, we prayed it would be replenishing and refreshing. Looking back over the past two days, God has done exceeding abundantly above in encouraging my own heart and others. I’d like to take a quick minute and...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 10, 2014 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
It’s hard to believe that we’re just beginning the second day of Spiritual Leadership Conference. Yesterday was full and blessed, and I’m looking forward to another full day today. Yesterday afternoon, we began the conference with our annual church planter’s luncheon....