by Paul Chappell | Jun 27, 2022 | Christian Life
One of the activities I really look forward to each summer is some extra time for reading. I read throughout the year, but summertime typically affords me the opportunity to read more. I typically read a couple dozen books from June through August. When our children...
by Paul Chappell | Sep 28, 2021 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
There are two ways we can talk about spiritual leadership: a position and practice. A position of spiritual leadership includes pastors, small group leaders, Sunday school teachers, Christian parents, ministry leaders, and anyone entrusted to any degree with the...
by Paul Chappell | Sep 7, 2020 | Christian Life, Current Events, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
Over the years, I have been an observer of ministry trends. Partly I observe because I want to keep growing and am always glad for new or innovative ideas. And partly I observe in order to better understand the current ministry landscape and train the next generation...
by Paul Chappell | May 13, 2019 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Every summer, I attempt to read a dozen or more books. And in my reading, I always include a few biographies. There’s something about a well-written biography about a great Christian’s life that stirs my own passion for God and desire to live more fully consecrated...
by Paul Chappell | Jan 3, 2019 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Over the years, I have found consistent reading to be an invaluable resource for personal and leadership growth. Each year, I try to read books on a variety of subjects, including spiritual growth, leadership, history, and more. (I add these titles to my list of...