Christian Walk | Paul Chappell

Texting for Grown-Ups

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 4, 2012 | Christian Life

Several weeks ago, I was privileged to lead a man to the Lord for whom I had been praying for over six months. That was on a Sunday afternoon. A couple of days later, I was preaching out of state and two time zones away. I woke up early with this man on my mind, and I...

The One Overriding Purpose

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 27, 2012 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership

This blog is an early preview for a book I am currently writing about motivations for ministry. Below is an excerpt from chapter 1. I’m glad to hear your feedback or suggestions! Sometimes we overcomplicate the Christian life. We develop formulas, lists, and...

What to Get a Man for His 50th Birthday

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 23, 2012 | Christian Life, Family

Before my family celebrated my birthday last week, my daughter googled, “What to get a man for his fiftieth birthday.” (You can guess which birthday they were celebrating.) Danielle’s search pulled several web pages that offered the same gift suggestion—time with...

7 Simple Ways to Connect with Your Pastor

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 21, 2012 | Ministry Leadership

I cherish the relationships God has given me with our church family. As an undershepherd, I am grateful for the privilege of visiting members in the hospital, attending our young people’s ball games, having families in our home for fellowship, going soulwinning with...

The Work Begins When You Go Home

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 19, 2012 | Christian Life

I could ask if you have ever made a spiritual decision after a church service, only to break it within twenty-four hours. But every honest Christian would answer that question the same—yes. So what makes the difference between the decisions we keep and the decisions...