by Dr. Paul Chappell | Feb 8, 2010 | Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
The music program in the local church is vital, and it’s impact—for good or bad—on a church service is immeasurable. While some may view music as simply a form of entertainment and emotional conditioning, godly music plays a much larger role in a church....
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Feb 3, 2010 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
In several days the Olympics will begin in Vancouver, British Columbia. Athletes from around the world will compete in various winter sports, each seeking a gold medal. Throughout Scripture, the Christian life is often compared to athletic events, giving us insights...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jan 30, 2010 | Christian Life, Family, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
One of the highlights of the year at Lancaster Baptist Church is our annual winter revival with Dr. John Goetsch. I look forward these meetings every year—both for my own spiritual growth and for the growth it brings in the lives of our people. Several days of...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jan 18, 2010 | Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
The title of the January edition of the Striving Together podcast is the same as our church theme for 2010: By His Spirit. [mp3]http://lbc-downloads.com/podcasts/slp/by_his-spirit.mp3[/mp3] Podcast: Download In Zechariah 4:6, God reminds us that what we accomplish...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Dec 14, 2009 | Media/Resources, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
Ten years ago, I taught a Spiritual Leadership Lesson on “Developing an Annual Plan.” This lesson details how to wisely steward your time and ministry resources by long-range planning for your church. It also includes ideas for sharing this plan with your...