by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 30, 2017 | Christian Life
Those of us with a Type A personality have a tough time pausing long enough to embrace the moment we are living. But I don’t think it’s only a personality trait. Some of it is cultural. Some of it is calendar overload. Some of it may even be a lack of gratitude for...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 19, 2017 | Christian Life, Family
We know that the strength of our culture is the strength of our homes. But doesn’t it seem that we too easily take family relationships for granted? While we work to cultivate business relationships or outside friendships, sometimes we fail to give the same level of...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 12, 2017 | Christian Life, Family
Motherhood doesn’t get much encouragement from our society. The media belittles family values, and the culture at large sees children as a burden and motherhood, in particular, as undesirable. Yet, to children, mothers are perhaps the greatest difference-makers in...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 17, 2017 | Christian Life, Family, Ministry Leadership
No doubt about it, Resurrection Sunday is a highlight of the year. I thank God for the opportunity it provides many churches for extended outreach and gospel preaching, and I praise Him for every soul saved around the world this weekend. It is always a blessing to me...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Mar 23, 2017 | Family
One of Terrie’s early, unspoken expectations of marriage was that I would help around the house. Shortly after we were married, we had invited company over for dinner. I noticed she was stressed with the preparations and offered to help. I was pleased with how...