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Why We Cannot Be Silent on Same-Sex Marriage

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 25, 2012 | Current Events, Ministry Leadership

I believe there are times when the leadership and direction of Bible-believing pastors is desperately needed in our flocks and for our country. And I believe we are in the midst of such a time. While we are commanded to respect and pray for our elected officials (1...

The Subversion of Marriage

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 10, 2012 | Current Events

News sources are buzzing with President Barack Obama’s announcement from yesterday: “At a certain point I’ve just concluded that for me, personally, it is important for me to go ahead and affirm that I think same-sex couples should be able to get married.”...

Growth Points 009—Making Marriage and Ministry Work

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Feb 13, 2012 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast

The pace and demands of ministry add a unique dimension to marriage! Speaking from the standpoint of a husband and pastor, here are three suggestions to help you strengthen your marriage as you serve the Lord together. (If you cannot see this video in your RSS reader...

3 Myths about Marriage

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Feb 10, 2012 | Christian Life, Family

One of the greatest dangers to any relationship—especially marriage—is fantastical expectations. Somewhere along the line, we buy into lies from the enemy of what marriage should be and what our spouses should give us. The predictable result of these unreasonable...

How to Maintain a Walk with God through the Summer

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 26, 2011 | Christian Life, Family

Perhaps it was ingrained into our minds during elementary school, but there is something about summertime that seems to change people’s thinking. Even adults seem to develop a kind of “recess mentality” that focuses on self and lets responsibility slide. As a pastor,...