by Paul E Chapman | Nov 10, 2017 | Baptist, Teaching
We live in a time when people reject labels of all kinds. Why is it important to be a Baptist? Why not drop the name and be a non-denominational church? Why does it matter what Christian group with which you identify? Labels are useful. Imagine how foolish it would be...
by Paul E Chapman | Nov 2, 2017 | Teaching
You become a Christian by believing in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. You become a Baptist by believing the rest of Bible. Here are three reasons I’m glad to be a Baptist. 1. Baptists were never part of the Roman Catholic church....
by Paul E Chapman | Sep 12, 2017 | Holy Spirit, Teaching
The Believer’s most powerful ally is the Holy Spirit Who dwells within. Do you know what He is trying to accomplish in your life? Do you know what He wants to do to help you? Are you allowing Him to do His job? Before our Lord Jesus Christ returned to Heaven,...
by Paul E Chapman | Mar 14, 2017 | Holiness, Teaching
Some cry foul or “legalism” at the very mention of living a life separated from sin. Does God have an opinion? Here are 3 Bible reasons that every Christian should strive to live a holy life. Convictions. Standards. Sanctification. Holy Living. The concept goes...
by Paul E Chapman | Feb 10, 2017 | Productivity, Stewardship
A functional calendar is an indispensable tool of stewardship in life management. We live life by a series of dates and times. Is your calendar system helping you stay on top? Ephesians 5:15–16 “See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,...