Baptists Distinctives | Paul Chappell

7 Truths I Shared with Future Pastors Last Week

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Nov 2, 2016 | Ministry Leadership

I meet once or twice each year with the senior men of West Coast Baptist College to discuss ministry philosophy and personal growth. As we met last week, I was encouraged by their sense of anticipation and eagerness for getting into the ministry. These are exciting...

10 Common Questions Younger Pastors Ask

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Dec 16, 2015 | Ministry Leadership

One of the joys of ministry is striving together with others for the faith of the gospel. I’m thankful that I get to work and enjoy fellowship with pastors of all ages. Here at West Coast Baptist College, I have the privilege to invest in young men preparing for the...

Thankful for My Baptist Heritage

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Sep 28, 2015 | Ministry Leadership

En route to Israel for our Holy Land Tour beginning this week, Terrie and I were able to meet part of our group, get our bodies adjusted to the time difference, and visit a few Baptist history sites during a layover in England. I’m so thankful for my Baptist heritage...

When Baptist Is a Name But No Longer a Reality

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 28, 2015 | Current Events, Ministry Leadership

This Sunday morning, I’ll stand in front of several dozen adults—all who are newer to Lancaster Baptist Church and most of which are new Christians as well—and teach week two of “Starting Point,” a three-week class I teach several times a year. On the second week of...

Timeless Traits of Effective Ministry: 10 Reasons I’m Grateful for My Independent Baptist Heritage

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 28, 2014 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership

I had the privilege to be saved and raised in independent Baptist churches. Having now served as the pastor of an unaffiliated Bible-based Baptist church for twenty-eight years, I’m deeply grateful for my heritage. Why? Because even though other groups do good works,...