by Paul Chappell | Jan 1, 2013 | Christian Life
Physiologically, a fresh calendar suggests a fresh start. But realistically, January 1 cannot obliterate the needs and burdens of December 31. What can you do practically to renew your soul for the new year? Look to the cross. There is no challenge in the Christian...
by Paul Chappell | Dec 26, 2012 | Ministry Leadership
I decided years ago that December 26–31 would be filled with more than Christmas dinner leftovers. Yes, this is a time of year to enjoy the season and celebrate, but I have found that it’s a wonderful week to get ready for the year ahead. Typically, I begin jotting...
by Paul Chappell | Dec 19, 2012 | Ministry Leadership
What do you envision your sphere of leadership and ministry looking like twelve months from now? If you desire for it to be different in any way than it is now, you must plan for it. Vision is an often-misunderstood concept. When a spiritual leader seeks to develop...
by Paul Chappell | Dec 15, 2012 | Ministry Leadership
Sometimes you read an entire book for a single illustration or paragraph. Such was the case for me recently in reading Dangerous Calling by Paul Tripp. The paragraph below is worth the entire book. I urge you to read it slowly: It is only love for Christ that can...
by Paul Chappell | Dec 8, 2012 | Ministry Leadership
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