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How to Survive between Now and the Election

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Sep 21, 2020 | Christian Life, Current Events

All of us are aware that we are in a tumultuous season in our nation. Naturally, there will always be differences of opinion that are expressed and discussed during an election season. But this particular season has had more rancor and division than past seasons. In...

Religious Liberty and an Upcoming Event with Todd Starnes

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Feb 2, 2019 | Current Events

2/14/19 update: Todd Starnes needed to cancel the “One Nation Under God” event due to scheduling conflicts. We remain greatly concerned about the encroachments upon religious liberty and look forward to other opportunities to voice our concerns. We...

Ready for Either

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Nov 11, 2018 | Christian Life

Bible commentator William Barclay wrote of an old Roman coin which bore the picture of an ox facing an altar and a plow. The inscription read, “Ready for either.”⁠1 This is the spirit in which our American military members enlist for service. They are ready—ready to...

5 Ways Christians Can Encourage and Engage Their Elected Officials

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Mar 12, 2018 | Christian Life, Current Events

This week I have the privilege of joining other pastors and Christian leaders in Washington D.C. for the Capitol Connection meeting. Our goal is not to lobby but to be a witness for Christ and an encouragement to those in leadership. Each pastor will visit the elected...

Where Freedom Rings

by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 3, 2017 | Christian Life

Two hundred forty-one years ago, our forefathers signed the Declaration of Independence—a document that shaped the future of the American colonies, setting their destiny as a mighty nation. By signing this document, courageous men boldly stated the value they placed...