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Growth Points 34: Three Characteristics of a Lukewarm Church

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 8, 2013 | Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast

If there is a recurring theme I see in the modern day church—the seeker church—it is the “I want my rights” theme: I want my rights to drink, to party, to watch whatever I want, to go to church or not go to church—I want my rights. This attitude is sometimes seeping...

Against All Odds

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 4, 2013 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership

The Declaration of Independence was a statement against all odds. To some, it could have been called, The Declaration of Insanity. How could thirteen fledgling colonies win a war against the mother country? How could rough pioneers and poor farmers advance against a...

Live Stream: the Next Best Thing to Being at Spiritual Leadership Conference Live

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 8, 2013 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News

As we begin Spiritual Leadership Conference, I’m praying that God will bring about true revival in our hearts—that the spiritual leadership in our churches will reach a new dimension by the grace of God. If you are unable to attend this year’s conference, I hope the...

3 Reasons You Should Not Attend Spiritual Leadership Conference (and 5 Reasons You Should)

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 1, 2013 | Ministry Leadership

With Spiritual Leadership Conference just a few days away, I thought I’d share a few thoughts for anyone still on the fence, deliberating over coming. You should not attend this conference if… You are comfortable with the status quo. This year’s conference is going to...

Launch Out: an Interview with Mike Norris

by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 30, 2013 | Ministry Leadership

As we approach Spiritual Leadership Conference, I’ve asked a few of the conference speakers to participate in brief interviews regarding what is involved in launching out by faith. I believe you’ll find their perspectives both helpful and faith-building. This final...