by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 4, 2015 | Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
You’ve heard the famous quote attributed to Abraham Lincoln: “Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” Time and life management experts have likewise pointed out the value of “sharpening the saw” for maximum effect in...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 2, 2015 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
There are some phrases we’ve turned into something like cliché prayers. That is, we say them without really giving thought to the specifics of what we’re asking or the practical ramifications of what they may entail. “Bless all the missionaries” is a good for...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 28, 2015 | Current Events, Ministry Leadership
This Sunday morning, I’ll stand in front of several dozen adults—all who are newer to Lancaster Baptist Church and most of which are new Christians as well—and teach week two of “Starting Point,” a three-week class I teach several times a year. On the second week of...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 21, 2015 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
I am very excited to announce the release of an all-new discipleship curriculum, written here at Lancaster Baptist Church: Continue: a personal journey in biblical discipleship. This resource has been in progress for over two years and is the compilation of hundreds...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 19, 2015 | Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
Those who serve as spiritual leaders have the joy of investing themselves in the spiritual growth of others. You prepare messages, lessons, and events, preach sermons, teach classes, and give of yourself in all the ways that contribute toward building others in...