by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 9, 2023 | Christian Life
The message of popular culture is clear: “You have what it takes. Dig deep, persevere hard, and reach for the stars.” There’s value in encouraging people to have confidence to seek to make a difference with their lives. But the whole message of self-sufficiency is...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 19, 2023 | Christian Life, Ministry News
It’s hard to envision a more grace-filled response and Spirit-anointed outcome to a trial than Ron Hamilton’s when he lost his eye to cancer. You may already know the story: As a young husband, Ron was diagnosed with cancer behind his left eye. The surgery to remove...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Feb 27, 2023 | Christian Life, Ministry News
Terrie and I have been in Manila the past few days in preparation for Spiritual Leadership Conference Asia, February 28–March 2. Everywhere we go, we are reminded of the great harvest fields of souls here in Asia. And here in the Philippines, in particular, we are...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Feb 21, 2023 | Christian Life
For my entire ministry life, I’ve prayed for God to send revival to the United States, similar to the First and Second Great Awakenings that swept our country in its early years. Over the past thirty-six years, the Lord has blessed our church with special outpourings...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jan 31, 2023 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
Most brothers are not identical twins. The same is true when it comes to fellow pastors. We are a band of brothers; but, just as in family relationships, we don’t always look like or agree with one another. We understand there is no true unity where there is not...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jan 11, 2023 | Christian Life
For many years, it has been my habit in the spring or early summer to prayerfully select a theme for our church in the coming new year. Choosing the theme early allows me and our staff time to develop preaching messages, ongoing emphasis, and church events around that...