by Dr. Paul Chappell | Oct 16, 2015 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
One of the great blessings of being part of a local church that is reaching people with the gospel is the combined efforts that result in fruit. One plants, one waters, and God gives the increase (1 Corinthians 3:6). It is, of course, a joy to be part of any of those...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Aug 31, 2015 | Ministry Leadership
I firmly believe that Christ’s last command must be our first priority. I believe that every Christian individually as well as corporately with their church family should be actively engaged in sharing the gospel year round. As a pastor, I take seriously our...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 13, 2015 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Do you have clear objectives for your discipleship program? If so, do you have a road map to accomplish these goals? Today I’m continuing the discipleship training at Striving Together Publications as we look at four biblical priorities for what should be included in...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | May 11, 2015 | Christian Life, Media/Resources, Ministry Leadership
Does organized discipleship in the local church matter? Does it make a difference? My answer is a resounding YES! And in this four-minute video, I explain why. Watch the video at Striving Together Publications to join the discussion on the benefits of a structured...
by Dr. Paul Chappell | Apr 11, 2015 | Christian Life, Ministry Leadership
If anyone had a valid excuse to drop the ball on “follow up” after an evangelistic event, it was the Apostle Paul. Between an itinerant lifestyle and the ongoing pain he must have lived with, Paul had every reason to simply focus on the city he was in, preach the...