Maplewood Baptist Church | Martinsburg, WV

As America marks 250 years of independence, this message examines what God’s Word says about the true foundation of freedom. While we are thankful for our nation’s many blessings, Scripture reminds us that lasting liberty is found only when people and nations acknowledge the Lord. Beginning in 2 Chronicles 7:14 , this sermon explores God’s call for His people to humble themselves, pray, seek His f...

The Ministry of Jesus Begins In this Sunday School lesson, we begin exploring the opening chapters of the Gospel of Luke and discover that the birth of Jesus was far more than a historical event—it marked the beginning of God’s plan of redemption being revealed to the world. From Caesar’s decree to the manger in Bethlehem, every detail demonstrates God’s sovereign control over history and His fait...

The Tragic Turning of Solomon’s Heart Scripture: 1 Kings 11 King Solomon’s reign began with extraordinary wisdom, unmatched prosperity, and God’s abundant blessing. Yet 1 Kings 11 records one of the saddest chapters in Israel’s history—the gradual turning of Solomon’s heart away from the Lord. Despite God’s clear commands, Solomon multiplied wives from pagan nations, and over time they turned his...

In this Father’s Day message, we are reminded that Father’s Day should not only be a time to recognize fathers, but also a time to awaken men to their God-given responsibilities. The main text comes from Ephesians 6:1–4, with the emphasis on verse 4: “And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.” A responsible, godly father is no...

In this message, we are reminded that biblical missions are not man-made, organization-driven, or personality-centered. They are church-sent, Spirit-led, Scripture-grounded, and God-glorifying. The main text comes from Acts 13:1–4, where the Holy Ghost called Barnabas and Saul for the work of missions, and the church at Antioch fasted, prayed, laid hands on them, and sent them away. This passage g...

In this message from John 17:1–4, we examine the powerful testimony of Jesus Christ as He approached the cross. Speaking to the Father, Jesus declared, “I have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.” These words reveal a life lived in complete obedience and a mission faithfully fulfilled. Jesus came into the world with a purpose—to glorify the Father and...

In this opening study of Luke chapter 1, we begin a journey through one of the most detailed and carefully written accounts of the life of Jesus Christ. Luke wrote his Gospel so that readers could know with certainty that the events surrounding Christ’s birth, ministry, death, and resurrection are rooted in historical truth and God’s eternal plan of redemption. Before introducing Jesus, Luke recor...

In this message from Luke 15:11–24, we explore one of the most beloved parables in Scripture—the story of the prodigal son. Through this powerful account, Jesus reveals the danger of wandering from God, the emptiness of life in the far country, and the incredible mercy waiting for those who return to the Father. The sermon begins with a challenge to believers to be shining lights in a dark world....

In this message from Matthew 5:13-16, we are reminded that every believer has been called to be a light in a dark world. Jesus declared, “Ye are the light of the world,” teaching that the Christian life is meant to visibly reflect His presence and truth to those around us. This sermon explores the biblical picture of the believer as a lamp. The light we possess is not our own—it is the borrowed li...

In this message from 1 Kings 9:1-9, we examine God’s call for His people to walk before Him with integrity, obedience, and unwavering faithfulness. After Solomon completed the temple, God appeared to him a second time and reminded him that continued blessing would depend upon continued obedience. At the heart of this sermon is one important word: integrity . The Bible teaches that integrity is mor...

In this message, we explore the biblical truth that Heaven is a real, eternal place prepared by God for those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ. After reviewing the reality of Hell and its eternal consequences, we contrast the darkness, suffering, and separation found there with the peace, joy, and fellowship believers will experience in Heaven. The Bible teaches that Heaven is not imagi...

In this message, “Unfailing Things,” from Philippians 4:13, we are reminded that everything in this sin-cursed world is declining, failing, and falling apart, but God has given His people truths that never fail. Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Jesus also said in John 15:5, “Without me ye can do nothing.” Without Christ, we can do nothing. Through...

In this message, “Heaven: The Dwelling Place of God and the Hope of the Believer,” we are reminded that heaven is not a religious idea, a comforting myth, or an uncertain hope. Heaven is a real, eternal place prepared by God for those who have trusted Jesus Christ as Savior. The Bible teaches that heaven is the dwelling place of God, the home of His angels, and the place where the redeemed saints...