Mike Huckabee
For the last several weeks I have wanted to take a moment to jot a note and ask you to pray for America. I recognize there are many people who resent the involvement of Christians in the political landscape; however, I believe Christians need to be involved—now more...
Christmastime is Here
Last weekend was a wonderful weekend of ministry at Lancaster Baptist Church, as we kicked off our Christmas season in grand fashion. Our church choir and orchestra did a tremendous job with the Christmas musical entitled “A Time for Christmas.” It has been a joy for...Making a Difference
Jude 22 God gives to every man a gift called “potential” and as we reach that potential by His grace we can make a difference. I. We Make a Difference by Staying Quote – “By perseverance the snail reached the ark.” – Spurgeon II. We Make a Difference by...
A Saviour-Sensitive Church
For the past twenty years there has been a movement in America called the Seeker-Sensitive Movement. The movement has been led by men who have championed a philosophy challenging pastors to consider the felt needs and desires of the unregenerate man as they created...The Spirit That God Blesses
As Christians, we each can possess attitudes that quench the Spirit and attitudes that invite the Spirit. May we live each day of our lives in a way that is inviting to the Holy Spirit. I recently taught our staff this principle in our weekly staff meeting. I hope it...This Must Be the Place
Steve Amerson and Cary Schmidt Verse One Souls on the street addicted to sin Selling themselves to survive Not understanding the hope they could find In a place where God’s love is alive They doubt that they could meet the standards necessary And fear they’ll find...
Fall Wedding
Saturday, November 3, I was privileged to conduct the wedding ceremony for Josh Beeson and his new bride, Jennifer. I remember knocking on the door of the Beeson home in Palmdale years ago. It was a joy when Brother Curt decided to bring his family and raise them at...
Rooting for Both Teams
Last week we conducted the West Coast Baptist College Days here on our campus. It is always a blessing to have young people visit us and consider attending West Coast Baptist College in the future. A strong number of the visiting seniors registered to begin their...Interview: Dr. Rick Martin
Dr. Rick Martin has served on the mission field for twenty-nine years. He is the founder and pastor of Iloilo Baptist Church in Iloilo City, located on the Island of Panai in the Philippines. The church was started in the downstairs garage of an apartment building,...
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.
