Ministry Philosophy | Paul Chappell

Ten Marks of Imbalance in Ministry: an Infographic

by Paul Chappell | Apr 5, 2013 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership

Leading in ministry is like walking a tightrope. Not only does it require delicate balance, but the stakes are high if we slip. As spiritual leaders, it is our responsibility to walk with balance. Ephesians 5:15 puts it succinctly—“walk circumspectly.” But if we were...

We Need More Timothys

by Paul Chappell | Apr 3, 2013 | Ministry Leadership, Ministry News

The longer I serve in ministry, the more I recognize the value of working with young people. In fact, the longer I serve, the more I believe we should pour more of ourselves into serving our youth. Some of the most significant decisions of my life I made as a...

Growth Points 29: Seven Suggestions to Maximize Your Resurrection Sunday Outreach

by Paul Chappell | Mar 25, 2013 | Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast

If there is one Sunday of the year that is ideal for reaching people with the gospel, it is Easter Sunday. First, many people who don’t ordinarily attend church will be looking for a church to attend this Sunday. And second, it is the ideal Sunday to preach a...

Just the Facts: statistics for pastors, church planters, and soulwinners

by 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:...

Growth Points 28: Wise Leaders Wait

by Paul Chappell | Mar 12, 2013 | Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast

Patience is not my strongest virtue. But there are areas in which church leaders cannot afford to be impatient. When it comes to knowing when it is time to begin a new building program, hire a staff member, launch a new ministry, and a hundred other decisions, we need...