Focus: Living with Clarity, Purpose, and Eternal Vision

by Paul Chappell, Striving Together Publications

Are you doing more than ever . . . but accomplishing less? We live in a world that never slows down. Notifications ping, tasks pile up, and our attention is pulled in a dozen directions. Many people are overwhelmed, chronically distracted, and spiritually depleted. We chase productivity while losing clarity. We stay busy but struggle to stay focused. And all too often, our walk with Christ fades into the background—sacrificed for the urgent, while the eternal waits quietly on the margins. There is a better way. In these pages, Dr. Paul Chappell explores through the lens of Scripture what blurs our spiritual focus, how to regain clarity, and how to live each day with joy, endurance, and purpose. Each chapter includes biblical truth, practical insights, and inspiring snapshots of focused Christians whose lives made an eternal difference. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by distractions or simply longing to live with greater purpose, this book will help Identify the weights and distractions holding you back Realign your priorities with God’s eternal mission Cultivate Christ-centered habits that sharpen your focus Press forward with joy—even through difficulty You don’t have to drift. You can live each day with clarity, purpose, and eternal focus.

264 pages, Hardcover

Published August 27, 2025

About the author

Dr. Paul Chappell is the senior pastor of the Lancaster Baptist Church and president of West Coast Baptist College in Lancaster, California. His biblical vision has led the church to become one of the most dynamic independent Baptist churches in the nation. He has been married to his wife for over thirty-six years and is the father of four married children all serving in Christian ministry. His books can be found at http://www.strivingtogether.com.