by Dr. Paul Chappell | Oct 10, 2013 | Ministry News
Thirty-five years ago, my parents went to South Korea as missionaries. I was a young teenager at the time, and this was a difficult transition for me. I missed America, and I wasn’t excited about living in Korea. As time unfolded, however, this move proved to be one...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Mar 23, 2013 | Ministry Leadership
When it comes to planting churches, I think we romanticize the spiritual condition of our nation. Do you wonder how many Americans actually believe the Bible is accurate? Do you wonder which cities most need a gospel-preaching church? Take a look at this infographic:...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Mar 9, 2013 | Ministry Leadership
Every few months I have the privilege to teach a three-week newcomers class at our church. I relish this time with our new and prospective members, and I’ve found that they thoroughly enjoy it as well. In the earliest days of our church, our new members orientation...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Sep 24, 2012 | Ministry News
(If you cannot see this video in your RSS reader or email, you can watch it here.) I recorded the video update above for our Lancaster Baptist church family yesterday. I’m currently in another country, and I will not be updating on our meetings here. But I asked my...
by Rick Flanders | Jul 28, 2012 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
[Today’s post is a guest post by Dr. Rick Flanders. Dr. Flanders is an evangelist sent out of First Baptist Church of Bridgeport, Michigan. He has been in full time ministry since 1973 and preaches revival meetings around the country.] One great obstacle to progress...