by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 7, 2012 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
Without the anointing of the Holy Spirit, biblical church growth doesn’t take place. We may be able to increase numbers or inflate emotions, but without the power of the Holy Spirit, we have no true growth. This month’s spiritual leadership podcast is not a lesson...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 6, 2012 | Ministry News
One of the most memorable moments of our recent building constructions has been the “steel signing.” For our West Wing expansion, this event took place this past Sunday evening. At the close of the evening service, our church family toured both floors of the West Wing...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 25, 2012 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
In the early days of Lancaster Baptist Church, our new members orientation consisted of an afternoon reception at the Chappell home. Terrie and I would set up chairs in the living room and provide food for the time of fellowship. We would both share our testimonies,...
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...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 16, 2012 | Current Events, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
It is a tragedy that when America desperately needs the authority of the preached Word of God, the influence of preachers and churches on our culture is not what it should be. Every one of us recognizes God’s command to be salt and light in our world. And yet, it...