by Dr. Paul Chappell | Aug 8, 2011 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
Constructive criticism is an incredible asset. Proverbs 27:6 says, “Faithful are the wounds of a friend….” Some of the most helpful advice and counsel I have ever received has come in the form of such “wounds.” Yet, destructive criticism can be incredibly damaging to...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Aug 3, 2011 | Media/Resources
I’m excited about the new resources from Striving Together Publications. It is a privilege to partner with pastors and churches around the world in making biblical and Christ-honoring resources for Christian growth available. We’ve had several new resources released...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 29, 2011 | Ministry Leadership
The United Methodist Church strayed many years ago from the fundamentals of the faith and has long been ecumenical in affiliations. But a recent tragedy (reported in the Los Angeles Times) is a $40 million gift designated and being used by a United Methodist seminary...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 26, 2011 | Christian Life, Family
Perhaps it was ingrained into our minds during elementary school, but there is something about summertime that seems to change people’s thinking. Even adults seem to develop a kind of “recess mentality” that focuses on self and lets responsibility slide. As a pastor,...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 19, 2011 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
Over the past few weeks, as we’ve celebrated our church’s 25th anniversary, a few people have asked me, “What will the next twenty-five years be like?” I think they understand our philosophy of ministry enough to know that the basics—biblical preaching, soulwinning,...