by Dr. Paul Chappell | Feb 3, 2016 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
It would be hard to describe the level of prayer, planning, and preparation that preceded Spiritual Leadership Conference Asia. And it would also be hard to describe the level of blessing God is placing on it. It’s overwhelming to see what God is doing. I plan to...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jan 28, 2016 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
Do you ever feel ineffective in prayer? True prayer is really a foundation of true ministry. Without regular, fervent prayer, we may produce much activity, but we won’t see lasting spiritual fruit. Not only that, but our own spiritual growth is dependent on regular...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jan 23, 2016 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
Over the past thirty years, there are many types of activities that have come and over time been discontinued on our annual church calendar. But our January Winter Revival is not one of them. In fact, this Sunday will begin our thirtieth consecutive year of these...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jan 14, 2016 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
It’s a conversation I’ve had many times: High Schooler: I don’t know what I should do when I finish high school. Maybe I should go to trade school or university. Me: Have you considered attending a year of Bible college? High Schooler: I don’t feel “called to...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Dec 31, 2015 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
A new year is a fresh start. And a fresh start is a great time to reset your priorities. What’s really important? And what’s just preferred? I would suggest seven areas of importance that you would consider and work into your routines in this coming year: 1. The...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Dec 23, 2015 | Christian Life
Every year at Lancaster Baptist Church, we give “Christmas gifts to Jesus.” It’s an opportunity for us as a church to tangibly give to the Lord whose birthday we celebrate, and it’s a great way for children to be reminded of the real purpose of Christmas. But the...