Steve Chappell is the Founding and Lead Pastor of Coastline Baptist Church in Oceanside. Having a burden to see people saved and churches planted on the West Coast, he and his family moved to northern San Diego County in July of 1998 to begin this work. From the Chappell home, hotel conference rooms, and business centers, Pastor Steve has followed God's direction for his life and the vision for Coastline.

Steve is the author of numerous books including Escape, Extraordinaries, and Lessons From The Road. He is a frequent conference speaker offering encouragement and Biblical insight for life. Serving with his wife Lisa, Steve seeks to encourage people of faith to boldly live for God.