Introducing “Continue”—a New Discipleship Resource
I am very excited to announce the release of an all-new discipleship curriculum, written here at Lancaster Baptist Church: Continue: a personal journey in biblical discipleship. This resource has been in progress for over two years and is the compilation of hundreds...
Biblical Goals for Local Church Discipleship
Do you have clear objectives for your discipleship program? If so, do you have a road map to accomplish these goals? Today I’m continuing the discipleship training at Striving Together Publications as we look at four biblical priorities for what should be included in...
Why Discipleship?
Does organized discipleship in the local church matter? Does it make a difference? My answer is a resounding YES! And in this four-minute video, I explain why. Watch the video at Striving Together Publications to join the discussion on the benefits of a structured...If Ministry Matters…
When Paul wrote to young Timothy, he emphasized the importance of the ministry—specifically of serving as a “good minister.” If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished up in the words of faith and...
Helping Teens Hear God’s Call
Every year, as we host West Coast Baptist Youth Conference, we have several top prayer requests. One of these is to see young people called by God into full time Christian service. I know that God has a plan for every life and that His plan is not for every young man...
The Resilient Life
Overcome the Crises and Anxieties of Life through Christ
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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.
