by Dr. Paul Chappell | Dec 7, 2013 | Christian Life
Christmastime may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also pass in a flurry of frenzied activity, with no time to enjoy the significance of the season. Below are ten suggestions for making the most out of Christmastime. 1. Die to self. Let your personal...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Dec 5, 2013 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
It seems that everywhere I go I get asked similar questions: How do you organize your life? How do you plan your time? How do you determine your priorities? These are excellent questions—questions, in fact, to which I’ve sought answers for years. After writing the...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Nov 30, 2013 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
Has God recently placed something new on your heart? Perhaps you’re feeling burdened to launch a new ministry or begin a new goal? There’s nothing that fuels my energy like dreaming for the future and planning action steps for a God-given vision! But before I...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Nov 28, 2013 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
Someone told me years ago that thinkfulness is thankfulness. It’s true, and I’ve never forgotten it. When I pause to ponder the goodness of God, it brings thankfulness to my heart. When I ponder unfinished tasks and looming deadlines, gratitude escapes. (If...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Nov 26, 2013 | Christian Life
When you begin your Thanksgiving gratitude list, what do you include? Most of us probably begin with God’s gifts of salvation, family, church family, and friends. We then move to tangible gifts such as shelter, clothing, vehicle, and financial provision. If we stay at...