Dr. Paul Chappell

Why Bible-Believing Christians Should Oppose the Equality Act

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 25, 2019 | Current Events

If there is any group of people who should believe in the dignity of every human because they are created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27), it is Christians. Indeed, Bible-believing Christians believe that regardless of any physical, national, or social differences,...

10 Ideas for Pastoral Summer Growth

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 20, 2019 | Ministry Leadership

If your schedule is anything like mine, from Thanksgiving to early June is booked. Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, starting off new school semesters, winter revival, stewardship emphasis, Easter, graduations…. It fills up pretty fast. Because I know this happens...

15 Leaders in Church History Every Christian Should Know

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 13, 2019 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership

Every summer, I attempt to read a dozen or more books. And in my reading, I always include a few biographies. There’s something about a well-written biography about a great Christian’s life that stirs my own passion for God and desire to live more fully consecrated...

Four Ways to Pray for First Responders

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 10, 2019 | Christian Life

The month of May holds several special days to remember our fire service, law enforcement, and emergency medical services personnel. Early in the month (May 3) is International Firefighters Day. The second week is National Police Week. And the third week is National...

Neo Calvinism, Progressive Sanctification, and More

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 6, 2019 | Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast

In this episode of the Spiritual Leadership Podcast, I am joined by Pastor Jeff Amsbaugh and West Coast Baptist College professor Tobi England. We discuss a number of contemporary issues including Calvinism, progressive sanctification, the Gospel-centered movement,...