In Sermons:

The Characteristic Of Humbleness Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 11, 2004

Humbleness is a modest estimation of one’s self Humbleness is a self-abased attitude. To be a Christian is to be like Christ not just going to church.

Developing Christian Character The Characteristic of “Humility” The Bible says in Isaiah 55:8-9 “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. For as the heavens are high above the earth so are my ways above your ways and my thoughts above your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Apostolic

The Characteristic Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 11, 2004

Wisdom – is the action that results from or the ability to respond to knowledge and understanding. Wisdom puts truth into action.

Developing Christian Character: The Characteristic of Wisdom. Character: - is defined as the pattern of behavior or personality found in an individual or group; it is wisdom, humbleness, purity, reverence, moral constitution, moral firmness, self control, integrity, truthfulness, honesty, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-31

Denomination: Apostolic

Testimonies Of Faith

Contributed by Tr Precht on Jul 9, 2004

A reminder to have faith, for it is impossible to please God without it.

I had some trouble figuring out what I was going to say tonight; but in my spirit, I just couldn’t get away from "going back to the basics". So I sat around listening to tapes and mp3s from yesteryear of some young ministers speaking. Tapes of Evangelist Dustin Ivy, Presbyter Rusty Gwinner and of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Apostolic

The Walk Of Faith

Contributed by Chris Manning on Jun 28, 2004

When most of us think about how we are doing spiritually, we think about surface things. We zero in on behavior patterns, such as have we been gossiping, have we been staying true to our marriage, have we been reading our Bibles, have we been tithing? We

Genesis 12:1-4 KJV Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, unto a land that I will shew thee: (2) And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: (3) ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Apostolic

The P.l.a.n.

Contributed by Chris Manning on Jun 28, 2004

Am I fitting into God’s PLAN

Psalms 37:23 KJV the steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way. What is God’s Purpose? Luke 19:10 KJV For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost. 2 Peter 3:9 KJV The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:23

Denomination: Apostolic

Striving For The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 1, 2004

Break the stronghold of your mind and strive to have the mind of Christ.

“Striving for the Mind of Christ” by Elder Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Introduction: A stronghold is a mind set that is impregnated with hopelessness that causes a person to accept as unchangeable something in their lives even though they know it goes contrary to the will of God. The devil ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Apostolic

Just Because God Said So

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 1, 2004

No weapon formed against you shall prosper just because God said so. You are more than a conqurer just because God said so.

“Just Because God Said So” Zechariah 4:6 When my brothers and I were coming up and we would want to do something or go somewhere we would, unlike kids today, ask our parents could we do this or could we go there. My father, like most fathers, would say what did your mother say. My mother, if ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6

Denomination: Apostolic

Remeber The Dedication

Contributed by Steven Green on May 14, 2004

A reminder to young people about their dedication and their value to God.

Remember the Dedication NLT The Dedication 1 Chronicles 22:14-16 14 "I have worked hard to provide materials for building the Temple of the LORD ¡X nearly four thousand tons of gold, nearly forty thousand tons of silver, and so much iron and bronze that it cannot be weighed. I have also gathered ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 22:14-15, 2 Chronicles 6:12-21

Denomination: Apostolic

"That I May Know Him."

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 3, 2004

Many people strive for prestige and prosperity, but the most important thing is a interpersonal relationship with God. That I may know should be the greatest desire of a child of God.

“That I May Know Him” Philippians 3:10 The book of Philippians has been called the “Song of Solomon” of the New Testament because of its intimacy and the passionate desire that Paul has for the church of Philippi. The manner of his writing is the same kind that distant lovers often communicate ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Apostolic

"The Power Of Perseverance”

Contributed by Martin & Elder Nedra Wilson on Apr 12, 2004

As I got up this morning I felt pains in my body that are a result of sparring in my karate class, preparing for a tournament later this week. Because I ache does that call for me to quit?

“The Power of Perseverance” Matthew 10:22 . . .: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved. As I got up this morning I felt pains in my body that are a result of sparring in my karate class, preparing for a tournament later this week. Because I ache does that call for me to quit? Many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:22

Denomination: Apostolic

"The Power Of Endurance”

Contributed by Martin & Elder Nedra Wilson on Apr 12, 2004

I’m always amazed at the lack of endurance that is seen in the area of faith when it comes to the saints of God. Not trying to be funny at all, but overall the body of Christ is very lazy.

“The Power of Endurance” Philippians 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but [this] one thing [I do], forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Apostolic

"Excuses, Killers Of The Soul” Series

Contributed by Martin & Elder Nedra Wilson on Apr 12, 2004

As a result of our very passive approach to holiness and right living in the body of Christ, Christians have mastered the art of making excuses. Then when we don’t have and internal excuse that will excuse our action, that are blatantly against the word o

Ex. 3:5-10 As a result of our very passive approach to holiness and right living in the body of Christ, Christians have mastered the art of making excuses. Then when we don’t have and internal excuse that will excuse our action, that are blatantly against the word of God, we then turn to outside ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:5-10

Denomination: Apostolic

The Conflict Between The Flesh And The Spirit

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 5, 2004

There is a battle going on and the Conflict is between the Flesh and the Spirit.

The Conflict between the Flesh and the Spirit Galatians 5 Verse #1: - “Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage”. Paul pleads with the people to stand firm in what God has done for them and don’t return to ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Someone's In The Fire

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 5, 2004

In the trials of your life understand that you are not alone Someone is in the fire with you

Someone’s in the Fire Daniel 3: 19 – 25 & 29 Verse #25 – King James Version: He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire, and they have no hurt; and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God. Verse #25 - New Living Translation: Look!” Nebuchadnezzar ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:19-25

Denomination: Apostolic

The Pitfalls Of Rejection

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 12, 2004

In some form or fashion we all have experienced rejection and felt the effects that it brings with it and will continue to feel them for many years to come. Rejection is a part of life that affects each of us at some point and it’s not limited to only on

The Pitfalls of Rejection 1st Peter 3:14 Whither it was not being picked for the kickball game by the kids in the neighborhood, not making the football team, or the cheerleading squad, not going to the prom with the person you knew you would, or getting into the college you wanted, not getting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:14

Denomination: Apostolic