by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jul 15, 2017 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
One of the results of church growth is problems. I don’t mean that negatively, just factually. Think of the first-century church in Jerusalem. In a time of great growth and great grace, they encountered a significant problem (Acts 6). In fact, their problem was...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 26, 2017 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
When I think of someone who models the joy of the Lord in ministry, I think of Dr. Don Sisk. What is so remarkable about Dr. Sisk is that he has been serving the Lord for nearly sixty-five years and still has the joy of the Lord. This year at Spiritual Leadership...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Jun 19, 2017 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
Each year at Spiritual Leadership Conference, there are dozens of split sessions covering a wide range of practical topics for local church ministry and personal growth. Of course, with this many sessions, delegates miss some great material—while they are attending...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 25, 2017 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Spiritual Leadership Podcast
It’s been a blessing to me over the past several weeks to hear from many new friends who are using the Spiritual Leadership Podcast and even sharing it with others. It is our desire through this podcast to take things we’re learning here at Lancaster Baptist Church...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 23, 2017 | Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership, Ministry News
Here in Lancaster, we’re in the midst of preparation for Spiritual Leadership Conference just a few short weeks away. Our to do lists are long, and our anticipation is high. But the hosts of a conference aren’t the only ones who should prepare. One of the things I...