Maplewood Baptist Church
A place to grow in grace, truth, and fellowship
Whether you're new to church or looking for a place to call home, Maplewood Baptist Church is a place to grow in your faith, find lasting friendships, and be part of something meaningful.Join us as we learn God’s Word, serve our community, and walk together in grace and truth.
Plan Your Visit
Address:1029 Lost Road
Martinsburg, WV 25403Phone: (304) 263-1484
Maplewood Baptist Church
A place to grow in grace, truth, and fellowship
Whether you're new to church or looking for a place to call home, Maplewood Baptist Church is a place to grow in your faith, find lasting friendships, and be part of something meaningful.Join us as we learn God’s Word, serve our community, and walk together in grace and truth.
Sunday School
9:30 AM
Sunday Worship
10:30 AM
Sunday Fellowship
11:30 AM
Wednesday
Bible Study
7:00 PM
Saturday
Prayer Group
10:00 AM
THE GOSPEL
The gospel is the good news that God loves us and made a way for us to be restored to Him through Jesus Christ. Though we are separated from God by sin, Jesus lived the perfect life we could not live, died on the cross for our sins, and rose again in victory over death. Through repentance and faith in Christ alone, we can be forgiven, made new, and brought into a right relationship with God—not by our works, but by His grace. This message is at the heart of everything we believe and teach at Maplewood Baptist Church, and it is our hope that you will come to know the life, peace, and eternal hope found in Jesus.
THE GOSPEL
Plan Your Visit
Address:1029 Lost Road
Martinsburg, WV 25403Phone: (304) 263-1484
Upcoming Events
Sunday School: 9:30 AM | Sunday Worship: 10:30 AM | Sunday Fellowship: 11:30 AM | Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00 PM | Saturday Prayer Group: 10:00 AM
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About Us
Welcome to Maplewood baptist church
At Maplewood Baptist Church, we are a King James Bible-believing fellowship in Martinsburg, West Virginia, welcoming families and individuals into a personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning home, there’s a place for you here.
MISSION STATEMENT: (The reason we exist) - Matthew 28:18-20
"Maplewood Baptist Church exists to win the lost, and develop the saved into fully functioning followers of Jesus Christ (Matt. 28:18-20)."VISION STATEMENT: How to fulfill our mission} - Acts 2:41-47
Followers of Jesus Christ are identified by:
- Conversion (Jesus is my Savior) … Salvation
- Commitment (Jesus is my Lord) … Baptism
- Contribution (I have a ministry) … Active Church Member
Meet Our Pastor
Pastor Carroll Williams has faithfully served Maplewood Baptist Church since 1994. A graduate of Liberty University and Texas Baptist Institute-Seminary, he has dedicated his ministry to preaching truth with love, guiding families, and growing disciples of Christ.
Pastor Williams was saved in a Sunday evening preaching service, baptized a few weeks later, and began serving the Lord in his local church. At the age of twenty-two, he submitted to the call of God upon his life to enter into ministry and preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Bible school training ensued to prepare for a life of ministry work. He has been a pastor for 37 years, 31 years in his current pastorate at Maplewood Baptist Church. He has been married to his dear wife, Vinia, for thirty-eight years. They have two sons and one daughter.
Education:
Liberty University: Bachelor of Science in Multi-Disciplinary Studies with a concentration in Psychology and Religion.Texas Baptist Institute & Seminary: Bachelor of Bible English, Bachelor of Theology, Master of Theology, Doctor of Theology.
Contact
Have a question, need prayer, or planning a visit? We'd be honored to connect with you.“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love…” (Romans 12:10)You can contact us directly using the form on the left or call us at (304) 263‑1484.We’re praying for you and can’t wait to meet you!
What We Believe
The Great Commandment
We believe that love one for another as Jesus loves the believer manifests our discipleship and proves our love for God. Love is, therefore, the great commandment of the LORD Jesus Christ upon which all others are dependent.Reference: Matt.22:35-40; John 13:34,35; John 15:12; 1 John 4:7-21; 1 John 5:1-3; Rev. 2:4-5
Creation
We believe in the Genesis account of Creation.Reference: Genesis 1&2
Satan
We believe that Satan is a fallen angel, the archenemy of God and man, the unholy god of this world, and that his destiny is the eternal lake of fire.Reference: Isa.14:12-15; Ezek.28:11-19; Matt.25:41; 2 Cor. 4:4; Eph.6:10-17; Rev.20:10
The Virgin Birth
We believe in the Virgin Birth and sinless humanity of Jesus Christ.Reference: Matt.1:18-20; 2 Cor.5:21; 1 Peter 2:22
The Atonement
We believe that the suffering and death of Jesus Christ was substitutionary for all mankind and is efficacious only to those who believe.Reference: Isa.53:6; Heb.2:9; 1 Peter 2:24; 1 Peter 3:18; 2 Peter 3:9; 1 John 2:2
The Resurrection
We believe in the bodily resurrection and ascension of Jesus, and the bodily resurrection of His saints.Reference: Matt. 28:1-7; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Cor. 15:42-58; 1 Thes. 4:13-18
The Return of Christ
We believe in the premillennial, personal, bodily return of Christ as the crowning event of the Gentile age. This event will include the resurrection of the righteous to eternal heaven, and the Millennium will be followed by the resurrection of the unrighteous unto eternal punishment in the lake of fire, and that the righteous shall enter into the heaven age.Reference: John 14:1-6; 1 Thes. 4:13-18; 2 Thes. 2:8; Rev. 19; Rev. 20:4-6; Rev. 20:11-15; Rev. 21:8
Salvation
We believe that the depraved sinner is saved wholly by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, and the requisites to regeneration are repentance toward God and faith in the Lord Jesus ChristReference: Luke 13:3-5; John 3:16-18; Acts 20:21; Rom. 6:23; Eph. 2:8,9
The Ordinances
We believe that there are two pictorial ordinances in the Lord’s churches: Baptism and the Lord’s Supper. Scriptural baptism is the immersion of penitent believers in water and can be administered only by the authority of a New Testament church in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Lord’s Supper is a memorial ordinance, restricted to the members of the local church observing the ordinance.Reference: Matt. 28:19,20; Acts 8:12, 38; Rom. 6:4; 1 Cor. 5:11-13; 1 Cor. 11:1,2,17-20, 26
The Freedom of Worship
We believe in freedom of worship without interference from the government, and affirm our belief in civil obedience, unless the laws and regulations of civil government run contrary to the Holy Scriptures.Reference: Rom. 13:1-7; 1 Peter 2:13-15
The Bible
We believe in the infallible, verbal inspiration of the whole Bible, and that the Bible is the all-sufficient rule of faith and practice.Reference: Psalm 119:160; 2 Tim. 3:16,17
The Triune God
We believe there is but one God, a personal triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Sprit, equal in divine perfection.Reference: Mark 12:29, I Cor. 8:4, I Tim.2:5, I John 5:7
The Deity of Christ
We believe in the Deity of Jesus Christ.Reference: John 10:30; John 1:1,14; 2 Cor. 5:19
The Role of the Holy Spirit in the Church
We believe that the Holy Spirit is the divine Administrator for Jesus Christ in His churches.Reference: Luke 24:49; John 14:16-17; Acts 1:4,5,8; Acts 2:1-4
The Spiritual Gifts
We believe that miraculous spiritual manifestation gifts were done away when the Bible was completed. Faith, Hope, and Love are the vital abiding Spiritual Gifts.Reference: 1 Cor. Chapters 12, 13, 14
Sin
We believe that man was created in the image of God, and lived in innocence until he fell by voluntary transgression from his sinless state, the result being that all mankind are sinners.Reference: Gen.1:26; Gen.3:6-24; Rom.5:12,19
Eternal Security
We believe that all who trust Jesus Christ for salvation are eternally secure in Him and shall not perish.Reference: John 3:36; John 5:24; John 10:27-30; Rom. 8:35-39; Heb. 10:39; 1 Peter 1:5
God’s Dealings With People
We believe that God deals with believers as His children, that He chastises the disobedient, and that He rewards the obedient.Reference: Matt. 16:27; Matt. 25:14-23; John 1:12; Heb. 12:5-11; 2 John 8; Rev. 22:12
The Origin of the Church
We believe that Jesus Christ established His church during His ministry on earth, and that it is always a local, visible assembly of scripturally baptized believers in covenant relationship to carry out the Commission of the Lord Jesus Christ, and each church is an independent, self-governing body, and no other ecclesiastical body may exercise authority over it. We believe that Jesus Christ gave the Great Commission to the New Testament churches only, and that He promised the perpetuity of His churches.Reference: Matt. 4:18-22; Matt. 16:18; Matt. 28:19,20; Mark 1:14-20; John 1:35-51; Eph. 3:21
Church Offices
We believe that there are two divinely appointed offices in a church; pastors and deacons, to be filled by men whose qualifications are set forth in Titus 1:5-9, and 1 Timothy 3:1-13.Reference: Titus 1:5-9; 1 Tim. 3:1-13
The Independence of the Churches
We believe that all associations, fellowships, and committees are, and properly should be, servants of, and under control of the churches.Reference: Matt. 20:25-28
Ministries
DiscipleshipYouth & ChildrenVacation Bible SchoolLadies FellowshipMen's FellowshipVisitation MinistryMissions & OutreachNursing Home VisitationBus Ministry
Discipleship
At Maplewood Baptist Church, our Youth and Children’s Ministry exists to partner with families in nurturing faith, character, and a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Through age-appropriate Bible teaching, meaningful activities, and loving mentorship, children and teens are encouraged to learn God’s Word, ask questions, build friendships, and live out their faith in everyday life.We believe every child is a gift from God, and our goal is to provide a safe, joyful, and Christ-centered environment where they can grow spiritually and feel deeply loved.
Youth & Children’s Ministry
At Maplewood Baptist Church, our Youth and Children’s Ministry exists to partner with families in nurturing faith, character, and a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Through age-appropriate Bible teaching, meaningful activities, and loving mentorship, children and teens are encouraged to learn God’s Word, ask questions, build friendships, and live out their faith in everyday life.We believe every child is a gift from God, and our goal is to provide a safe, joyful, and Christ-centered environment where they can grow spiritually and feel deeply loved.
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School at Maplewood Baptist Church is a fun-filled week where children learn about God’s truth through Bible lessons, music, games, crafts, and hands-on activities. Each day is designed to help kids grow in their understanding of Scripture while building friendships and making joyful memories.VBS is a safe, welcoming environment where children are encouraged to ask questions, have fun, and discover how God’s Word applies to their everyday lives.
Ladies Ministry
The Ladies Ministry at Maplewood Baptist Church is a place for women of all ages to grow in faith, build meaningful friendships, and encourage one another in Christ. Through Bible study, fellowship, prayer, and special gatherings, women are strengthened in God’s Word and supported in every season of life.Our desire is to create a welcoming, Christ-centered environment where women can connect, be refreshed, and walk together in spiritual growth.
Visitation Ministry
The Visitation Ministry at Maplewood Baptist Church is dedicated to sharing Christ’s love through personal connection and care. This ministry reaches out to those who are sick, homebound, grieving, or in need of encouragement through prayer, Scripture, and meaningful presence.By visiting, listening, and walking alongside others, we seek to reflect the love of Christ and remind each person that they are not forgotten and never alone.
Mens Fellowship
The Men’s Fellowship at Maplewood Baptist Church brings men together to grow in faith, build lasting friendships, and encourage one another to live out biblical manhood. Through Bible study, prayer, service, and fellowship, men are challenged to lead with integrity, humility, and faithfulness in their homes, church, and community.Our goal is to strengthen men in God’s Word and to walk together as brothers in Christ.
Missions & Outreach
The Missions & Outreach ministry at Maplewood Baptist Church exists to share the love of Christ both locally and beyond. Through prayer, service, giving, and hands-on outreach, we seek to meet spiritual and practical needs while pointing others to the hope found in Jesus Christ.Whether supporting missionaries, serving our community, or responding to needs as they arise, our desire is to faithfully carry out Christ’s command to love our neighbors and make disciples.
Nursing Home Visitation
The Nursing Home Visitation ministry at Maplewood Baptist Church seeks to share Christ’s love with residents through presence, prayer, Scripture, and encouragement. By spending time listening, singing hymns, reading God’s Word, and offering fellowship, we aim to bring comfort, hope, and spiritual refreshment to those who may feel forgotten or alone.This ministry is a meaningful way to serve others and reflect the compassion and care of Jesus Christ to those in their later seasons of life.
Bus Ministry
The Bus Ministry at Maplewood Baptist Church is dedicated to helping people attend church by providing safe, reliable transportation to services and special events. This ministry reaches out to children, families, and individuals who may not otherwise have a way to come, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to hear God’s Word and be part of our church family.Through faithful service and loving care, the Bus Ministry reflects Christ’s heart by removing barriers and extending an open invitation to worship and fellowship.
Sermon Notes & Bible Studies
This page provides written study notes drawn directly from the weekly sermons preached at Maplewood Baptist Church. These notes are intended to help you reflect more deeply on God’s Word, revisit key Scriptures, and continue growing in your walk with Christ throughout the week.Each entry includes the sermon title and a link to the corresponding notes, making it easy to follow along, review past messages, or use the material for personal devotion, family worship, or small-group study. Whether you were present on Sunday or catching up later, we pray these studies encourage faithful application of Scripture in everyday life.
| Title | Service | Date | Link to Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reign of Solomon Begins | Wednesday PM | 03/25/2026 | 20260325 |
| Kingdom Warriors | Sunday AM | 03/22/2026 | 20260322b |
| Christ on the Road to Calvary | Sunday School | 03/22/2026 | 20260322a |
| 1 Kings 3 | Wednesday PM | 03/18/2026 | 20260318 |
| Faith | Sunday AM | 03/15/2026 | 20260315b |
| Commitment in the Face of the Cross | Sunday School | 03/15/2026 | 20260315a |
| 1 Kings 2 | Wednesday PM | 03/11/2026 | 20260311 |
| Are You Willing? | Sunday AM | 03/08/2026 | 20260308b |
| The Marriage Supper of the Lamb | Sunday School | 03/08/2026 | 20260308a |
| Jude 1:1-3, 17-23 | Wednesday PM | 03/04/2026 | 20260304 |
| The Passover, Judas, and the Lord’s Supper | Sunday School | 03/01/2026 | 20260301a |
| The Final Charge of King David | Wednesday PM | 02/25/2026 | 20260225 |
| The Greatest Act of Love | Sunday AM | 02/15/2026 | 20260215b |
| Growing in Christian Character | Sunday School | 02/15/2026 | 20260215a |
| 2 Samuel 24 | Wednesday PM | 02/11/2026 | 20260211 |
| 2 Samuel 22 | Wednesday PM | 01/28/2026 | 20260128 |
| 2 Samuel 21 | Wednesday PM | 01/21/2026 | 20260121 |
| The Believer and the Church | Sunday AM | 01/18/2026 | 20260118b |
| Baptism: A Key Step in Discipleship | Sunday AM | 01/11/2026 | 20260111b |
| 2 Samuel 20 | Wednesday PM | 01/07/2026 | 20260107 |
| Pressing Towards the Mark | Sunday AM | 01/04/2026 | 20260104b |
The Trip of a Lifetime — Welcome to Wonder Junction!
Vacation Bible School 2026 | July 5-9
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Watch the video above to catch a glimpse of the adventure ahead. We would love for your family to join us this summer!No Registration Necessary!!
Howdy, partners! Welcome to Wonder Junction — where there’s no greater joy than praising the name of the Lord all day long.But how can our children praise Him if they don’t know who Jesus is or what He’s done for them?That’s what this year’s Vacation Bible School is all about.From July 5–9, your children are invited to take “The Trip of a Lifetime” as we marvel at Jesus and learn to live for His glory. Each evening will be filled with engaging Bible teaching, Christ-centered music, fun games, creative activities, and meaningful friendships — all carefully designed to help children clearly understand the gospel and grow in their love for the Lord.At Wonder Junction, we won’t just have a great time — we’ll open God’s Word and point young hearts to Christ.
Emerald Crossing: An Irish Adventure Through Psalm 23
Vacation Bible School 2027 | July XX-XX
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Watch the video above to catch a glimpse of the adventure ahead. We would love for your family to join us this summer!No Registration Necessary!!
In a world filled with worry and confusion, kids need to know there is a God who cares for them. At Emerald Crossing VBS, children will journey through Ireland’s lush landscapes, explore the powerful truths of Psalm 23, and discover how the Good Shepherd leads, protects, and cares for His people.Get your passport ready for Ireland and join us for an unforgettable Vacation Bible School adventure at Maplewood Baptist Church. At Emerald Crossing VBS, kids will learn about the life of the shepherd-king David and discover how to cross from anxiety to peace, from fear to faith, and from uncertainty to a firm foundation in God’s Word through a relationship with the Good Shepherd.
Why is KJV Important?
Matthew & Luke Passages
| Passage | KJV (AV) | NIV | NASB | NWT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew 9:13 | For I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. | For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners. | For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners. | For I came to call, not righteous people, but sinners. |
| Matthew 18:11 | For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost. | OMITTED | Footnote casts doubt | OMITTED |
| Matthew 19:17 | Why callest thou me good? | Why do you ask me about what is good? | Why are you asking me about what is good? | Why do you ask me about what is good? |
| Matthew 25:13 | Ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh. | You do not know the day or the hour. | You do not know the day nor the hour. | You know neither the day nor the hour. |
| Mark 10:24 | How hard it is for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! | How hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! | How hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! | How difficult a thing it is to enter into the kingdom of God! |
| Luke 2:33 | And Joseph and his mother… | The child’s father and mother | His father and mother | Its father and mother |
| Luke 4:4 | Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God. | Man does not live on bread alone. | Man shall not live on bread alone. | Man must not live by bread alone. |
| Luke 4:8 | Get thee behind me, Satan. | OMITTED | OMITTED | OMITTED |
John & Acts Passages
| Passage | KJV (AV) | NIV | NASB | NWT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John 6:47 | He that believeth on me hath everlasting life. | He who believes has everlasting life. | He who believes has eternal life. | He that believes has everlasting life. |
| John 8:9 | Convicted by their own conscience, went out. | Began to go away | Began to go out one by one | OMITTED |
| John 9:4 | I must work the works of him that sent me. | We must do the work | We must work the works | We must work the works |
| John 10:30 | I and my Father are one | I and the Father are one | I and the Father are one | I and the Father are one |
| Acts 2:30 | Raise up Christ to sit on his throne | Place one descendant | Seat one descendant | Fruitage of his loins |
| Acts 8:37 | Full confession of Christ | OMITTED | Footnote doubt | OMITTED |
| Acts 23:9 | Let us not fight against God | OMITTED | OMITTED | OMITTED |
| Romans 13:9 | Thou shalt not bear false witness | OMITTED | OMITTED | OMITTED |
Epistles & Revelation Passages
| Passage | KJV (AV) | NIV | NASB | NWT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colossians 1:14 | Redemption through his blood | Redemption | Redemption | Release by ransom |
| 1 Timothy 3:16 | God was manifest in the flesh | He appeared in a body | He who was revealed | He was made manifest |
| 1 Timothy 6:5 | From such withdraw thyself | Phrase omitted | Phrase omitted | Phrase omitted |
| 1 Peter 1:22 | Through the Spirit | Omitted | Omitted | Omitted |
| 1 John 4:3 | Jesus Christ is come in the flesh | Does not acknowledge Jesus | Does not confess Jesus | Does not originate with God |
| Revelation 5:14 | Worshipped him that liveth forever | Worshipped | Worshipped | Worshipped |
| Revelation 20:9 | From God out of heaven | From heaven | From heaven | Out of heaven |
| Revelation 21:24 | Them which are saved | Nations will walk | Nations shall walk | Nations will walk |
Passage from the Original KJV 1611
John 3:16
16 For God so loued ye world, that he gaue his only begotten Sonne: that whosoeuer beleeueth in him, should not perish, but haue euerlasting life.17 For God sent not his Sonne into the world to condemne the world: but that the world through him
might be saued.18 He that beleeueth on him, is not condemned: but hee that beleeueth not, is condemned already, because hee hath not beleeued in the Name of the onely begotten Sonne of God.Matthew 28:18-20
18 And Iesus came, and spake vnto them, saying, All power is giuen vnto me in heauen and in earth.19 Goe ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Sonne, and of the holy Ghost:20 Teaching them to obserue all things, whatsoeuer I haue commanded you: and loe, I am with you alway, euen vnto the end of the world. Amen.
Romans 12:1-2
I I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that yee present your bodies a liuing sacrifice, holy, acceptable vnto God, which is your reasonable seruice.2 And bee not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renuing of your minde, that ye may
proue what is that good, that acceptable and perfect will of God.Romans 12:17-21
17 Recompence to no man euill for euill. Prouide things honest in the sight of all men.18 If it be possible, as much as lyeth in you, liue peaceably with all men.19 Dearely beloued, auenge not your selues, but rather giue place vnto wrath: for it is written, U engeance is mine, I will repay, saith the Lord.20 Therefore if thine enemie hunger, feed him: ifhe thirst, giue him drink. For in so doing thou shalt
heape coales of fire on his head.21 Be not ouercome of euill, but ouercome euill with good.
Differences between KJV and Other Versions
Understanding this principle and taking into consideration the differences of the KJV and the other versions, is it not accurate to say that there is a problem with the two sides on agreement? Since such exists, we must conclude that a conflicting dual authority exists.
a. This is a problem, and it originated with the two lines of Antioch and Alexandria which has produced two manuscripts both claiming heaven's authority. A problem exists, however, when the two manuscripts are compared. The two manuscript lines have produced contradictions and conflict.b. God does not have two authorities, and He does not have two Bibles.c. He is not the author of confusion.d. The problem of conflicting dual authorities is a tool of the devil to undermine the authority of God. See Genesis and Mark passages again for references.8. If we do not conclude what is the Word of God, we cannot know what to believe on many issues? For example:
a. I Samuel 6:19
b. KJV - 50,070; Amplified - 70 (50,070); NASV- 50,070; NIV - 70