by Paul Chappell | Apr 5, 2013 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Leading in ministry is like walking a tightrope. Not only does it require delicate balance, but the stakes are high if we slip. As spiritual leaders, it is our responsibility to walk with balance. Ephesians 5:15 puts it succinctly—“walk circumspectly.” But if we were...
by Paul Chappell | Feb 4, 2013 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Among the blessings of living in the twenty-first century is the ability to easily and quickly share ministry resources. Over the past few years, our ministry has been able to develop a variety of web sites to provide such resources. But if you’re anything like me,...
by Paul Chappell | Jan 7, 2013 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
Everything we do begins with an attitude. We can approach ministry in the new year with an attitude of faith and expectancy, or we can approach it with an attitude of defeat. As a pastor, I want to always respond to Jesus’ direction in willing faith. And, just as...
by Paul Chappell | Jan 2, 2013 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
If there is one word that describes a new year, it is opportunity. Here at the beginning of January, we look forward to a year of unused days to fill for God’s glory. And yet, if there is one word that describes the landscape in America right now, it is hostility. Our...
by Paul Chappell | Dec 31, 2012 | Christian Life, Media/Resources
For the past several years, I have written daily devotions, available through email and web, to encourage growing Christians in their walk with the Lord. Last year we revamped and relaunched this service to make it more helpful, practical, and easy to use. This year,...
by Paul Chappell | Dec 29, 2012 | Media/Resources
As I review and recap the past year in preparation for the new year, I usually take a few moments to review the posts on this blog. My goal is always that upcoming posts would be encouraging, edifying, and helpful. Reviewing last year’s posts in order of those...