by Paul Chappell | Nov 25, 2019 | Christian Life, Media/Resources
It is an interesting fact that the people we give thanks for today were often hated in their own lifetimes. More interesting still, is that they are often forgotten in our lifetime. For instance, what do you know about Peter Waldo? Felix Manz? Patrick Hamilton?...
by Paul Chappell | May 13, 2019 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Every summer, I attempt to read a dozen or more books. And in my reading, I always include a few biographies. There’s something about a well-written biography about a great Christian’s life that stirs my own passion for God and desire to live more fully consecrated...
by Paul Chappell | Jan 3, 2019 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Over the years, I have found consistent reading to be an invaluable resource for personal and leadership growth. Each year, I try to read books on a variety of subjects, including spiritual growth, leadership, history, and more. (I add these titles to my list of...
by Paul Chappell | Dec 4, 2018 | Christian Life, Media/Resources
Faith is a pretty incredible resource for the Christian life. Not only are we saved through faith, but faith is the way we grow in our relationship with God. (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)—2 Corinthians 5:7 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for...
by Paul Chappell | May 7, 2018 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
For over three decades as the pastor of Lancaster Baptist Church, I have had the joy of preaching verse by verse through books of the Bible. Typically, these book studies have been our practice on Sunday evening, but a few years ago, I sensed the Holy Spirit leading...