Christian Walk | Paul Chappell

What to Remember on Memorial Day

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 25, 2015 | Christian Life

I’ll just come right out and say it: I believe America is the greatest nation on earth. I know, I know. In today’s globalist times, nationalism isn’t always revered as a virtue. But there is not an unpatriotic bone in my body, and I unashamedly practice patriotism and...

Introducing “Continue”—a New Discipleship Resource

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 21, 2015 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News

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

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 13, 2015 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership

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?

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 11, 2015 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership

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...

How a Christian Should Celebrate Easter

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 3, 2015 | Christian Life

If there is anyone in the world who has reason to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, it is a born again Christian. Although we actually commemorate the Resurrection as we worship as a local church body every Sunday, I appreciate a day—and a week preceding—to...