by Paul Chappell | Jul 30, 2012 | Family, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
Some people say it’s impossible. Others are quick to blame the ministry when the family fails. But is a spiritual family and a fervent ministry incompatible? I believe the two can complement and complete one another. In this Growth Points video, I share a few...
by Rick Flanders | Jul 28, 2012 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
[Today’s post is a guest post by Dr. Rick Flanders. Dr. Flanders is an evangelist sent out of First Baptist Church of Bridgeport, Michigan. He has been in full time ministry since 1973 and preaches revival meetings around the country.] One great obstacle to progress...
by 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...
by Paul Chappell | Jul 23, 2012 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
I wonder sometimes, with all the church growth philosophies that bring more and more of the world into the church, and with the prevalence of watered-down preaching in our pulpits today, how many Christians even know what we stand for? And I wonder how many of us...
by Paul Chappell | Jul 18, 2012 | Ministry Leadership
Terrie and I recently enjoyed some vacation time with our children and grandchildren. This trip was the generous gift of our church family last summer when we celebrated our twenty-fifth anniversary at Lancaster Baptist Church. As we returned home, I jotted down a...