Our Newest Miracle
After nine months of waiting, what a joy it was to welcome our newest granddaughter, Leighton Olivia Chappell, to our family! Born December 1 at 4:53 a.m., Leighton weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces and was 20 and 3/4 inches long. Larry and Ashley are doing great (as proud...
When Your Teen Says ‘No’ (part 2)
In part one of this post we looked at six spiritual responses for parents when their teen or young adult is rejecting. To recap: Love Christ unconditionally. Love your child unconditionally. Pray for wisdom. Be sure your own walk is real. Realize it is the nature of...
When Your Teen Says ‘No’ (part 1)
It’s a parent’s greatest fear—and if it actually happens, their greatest heartbreak—a wayward child. How do you respond during this crisis? Whether your child is a fifteen-year-old who is struggling or a twenty-two-year-old who is questioning their faith, it is vital...Trap that Frog
(If you cannot see this video in your RSS reader or email, you can watch it here.) If you have a runaway toad and a spare broom, feel free to ask my grandson, Camden, for his services! And if you feel like you have a different kind of “frog”—a project or an irritation...
10 Ways to Prepare Your Children for a Great School Year
The summer has flown by, and the beginning of a new school year is just around the corner. Although kids are still enjoying the summer moments, wise parents will make a few basic preparations that will ready their children for a profitable school year. Below are ten...
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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.
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