How to Respond to an Impossible Situation
I’ll never forget hearing Dr. Tom Malone say, “When God wants to do something great, He starts with the difficult. But when He wants to do something miraculous, He starts with the impossible.” To me, as a twenty-four-year-old pastor, just getting started at a...
Woke or Awake? The Real Shame of American Christians
Black Friday typically heralds the beginning of the Salvation Army bellringer season. The familiar red kettles outside of stores provide opportunities for shoppers to give to those in need. But this year, the start of Salvation Army red kettle campaign was...
How to Develop a Cohesive, Workable Annual Plan
When it comes to approaching a new year, there are some common pitfalls ministry leaders fall into. One is that they don’t plan at all, and another is that they set monumental goals without creating a functional plan that has practical value. On one hand, we know...
Government Mandates and the Christian’s Mission
As American Christians, we have been blessed to enjoy a level of religious freedom unknown throughout history. This blessing has been purchased by the sacrifices of many and is not something we should take lightly. Because of this, I believe American Christians should...
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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.
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