Growth Points 021: Developing a Spiritual Family in the Midst of a Fervent Ministry
Some people say it’s impossible. Others are quick to blame the ministry when the family fails. But is a spiritual family and a fervent ministry incompatible? I believe the two can complement and complete one another. In this Growth Points video, I share a few...
Why We Cannot Be Silent on Same-Sex Marriage
I believe there are times when the leadership and direction of Bible-believing pastors is desperately needed in our flocks and for our country. And I believe we are in the midst of such a time. While we are commanded to respect and pray for our elected officials (1...Growth Points 020: The Trail of Blood
I wonder sometimes, with all the church growth philosophies that bring more and more of the world into the church, and with the prevalence of watered-down preaching in our pulpits today, how many Christians even know what we stand for? And I wonder how many of us...
Book Review: The Promise
I not only reread The Promise, but I highlighted it heavily both times through. This encouraging book illuminates one of the most often quoted promises in the Bible—Romans 8:28. Author Robert Morgan has divided this book into two parts. Beginning with a word-by-word...
Focus
Learn to identify distractions, realign priorities, cultivate Christ-centered habits, and press forward with joy in Christ.
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.
