• #108: Saints Ministering in Heaven - Version 2
    Aug 16 2025

    • Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com
    • https://apostolicinternational.com/
    • Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs
    • The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/SAINTS_MINISTERING_IN_HEAVEN.pdf
    • Heaven is not a place of retirement for weary Christians but a realm of eternal service, worship, and renewal in the presence of Jesus Christ. Revelation 4:4 shows us twenty-four elders seated around the throne, clothed in white and wearing crowns of gold. These elders represent both the reality of glorified saints and the symbolic ministry of the entire Church. Their circle around the throne signifies that all are equally near to the Lord, beholding His face without distraction, immersed in His beauty and majesty. In heaven, there will be no competing desires, only the unbroken joy of gazing upon Christ and responding instantly to His will. The elders also minister to others, as one comforted John in Revelation 5:5, reminding him that the Lion of Judah had prevailed. Saints who die in the Lord are not dead but alive, capable of encouraging and teaching, as the elders did when they explained the identity of the redeemed in Revelation 7:14. They also lead in worship, falling before the throne and presenting the prayers of the saints as golden vials before God. Their example warns us against Lucifer’s pride, for heaven is reserved for those who remain grateful and worshipful. The crowns on their heads, symbols of faithfulness and victory, are not worn in pride but cast at Jesus’ feet, teaching us humility—that all glory belongs to Him alone. For believers on earth, this vision is both an encouragement and a call to action. We must live as worshippers now, humbly offering our service and prayers, so that when our earthly race is finished, we too may receive crowns of righteousness and join the saints in eternal ministry. Fixing our eyes on Jesus, we prepare to dwell forever around His throne, serving in joy, love, and gratitude.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • #107: Saints Ministering in Heaven - Version 1
    Aug 16 2025

    • Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com
    • https://apostolicinternational.com/
    • Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs
    • The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/SAINTS_MINISTERING_IN_HEAVEN.pdf
    • Heaven is not a place of retirement for weary Christians but a realm of eternal service, worship, and renewal in the presence of Jesus Christ. Revelation 4:4 shows us twenty-four elders seated around the throne, clothed in white and wearing crowns of gold. These elders represent both the reality of glorified saints and the symbolic ministry of the entire Church. Their circle around the throne signifies that all are equally near to the Lord, beholding His face without distraction, immersed in His beauty and majesty. In heaven, there will be no competing desires, only the unbroken joy of gazing upon Christ and responding instantly to His will. The elders also minister to others, as one comforted John in Revelation 5:5, reminding him that the Lion of Judah had prevailed. Saints who die in the Lord are not dead but alive, capable of encouraging and teaching, as the elders did when they explained the identity of the redeemed in Revelation 7:14. They also lead in worship, falling before the throne and presenting the prayers of the saints as golden vials before God. Their example warns us against Lucifer’s pride, for heaven is reserved for those who remain grateful and worshipful. The crowns on their heads, symbols of faithfulness and victory, are not worn in pride but cast at Jesus’ feet, teaching us humility—that all glory belongs to Him alone. For believers on earth, this vision is both an encouragement and a call to action. We must live as worshippers now, humbly offering our service and prayers, so that when our earthly race is finished, we too may receive crowns of righteousness and join the saints in eternal ministry. Fixing our eyes on Jesus, we prepare to dwell forever around His throne, serving in joy, love, and gratitude.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • #106: The Vision of the Young in the Last Days
    Jul 15 2025

    • Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com
    • https://apostolicinternational.com/
    • Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs
    • The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/THE_VISION_OF_THE_YOUNG_IN_THE_LAST_DAYS.pdf
    • In Joel 2:28, God promises that in the last days, He will pour out His Spirit on all flesh, and the young will see visions. This prophetic word highlights the unique and powerful role young, Spirit-filled believers are called to play in God’s end-time plan. Unlike dreams, which often reveal God’s fixed purposes, visions are calls to action, experienced by the awake and alert. Young believers are characterized by energy, boldness, and a readiness to move—and God intends to use that strength to fulfill His purposes. Just as Peter and Paul received visions that launched them into action, today’s youth are invited to ask: “Lord, where is my vision?” The older generation has its role—like Gamaliel, they offer wisdom, stability, and understanding of the past. They are to dream dreams that confirm God's will and teach the younger generation the truths of salvation, unity, and the power of the name of Jesus. Yet it is the youth who will see the fresh visions, initiate new movements, and answer the urgent calls of the Spirit. Today’s young believers are uniquely positioned to reach the world through new tools—digital evangelism, creative arts, and innovative ministries. Like David before Goliath, they may be seen as reckless, but their zeal is precisely what is needed for the Great Commission. Unity across generations is vital—the wisdom of the elders must support the vision of the young. God is doing a new thing (Isaiah 43:19), and He is calling young people to respond with boldness and urgency. The last days are not a time of retreat, but a time of revival. This is a divine invitation for young believers to be history makers. God is waiting for your yes—step into your vision and let the Spirit work mightily through you.

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    1 hr
  • #105: The Waters of Salvation: Finding the Life Within
    Jun 22 2025

    • Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com
    • https://apostolicinternational.com/
    • Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs
    • The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/THE_WATERS_OF_SALVATION_FINDING_THE_LIFE_WITHIN.pdf
    • The sermon “The Waters of Salvation: Finding the Life Within” explores the deep biblical significance of water as a symbol and medium of spiritual renewal, cleansing, and divine transformation. Water, covering most of the earth, represents more than physical life—it mirrors the mysteries of salvation found in Jesus Christ. Just as creation began when the Spirit moved upon the waters in Genesis, so spiritual rebirth begins with the waters of baptism, as Jesus affirmed to Nicodemus in John 3:5. Baptism isn’t just symbolic; it is a sacred entry into the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ. The Ethiopian eunuch's eager question in Acts 8:36, “What doth hinder me to be baptized?” reflects how water becomes a moment of divine opportunity—an open invitation to eternal life. Biblical stories such as Naaman’s healing in the Jordan, the parting of the Red Sea, Jonah’s deliverance, and Noah’s preservation all reinforce water’s role as a medium of both judgment and grace. In each account, water responds to God’s command and becomes a vessel of salvation for those who obey. Romans 6:4 teaches that baptism unites us with Christ’s death so we may rise in new life, while Galatians 3:27 reveals that the baptized are clothed in Christ. This divine transformation is not achieved by human effort but by faith and the power of Jesus’ resurrection. The call to baptism is urgent; nothing should hinder one from responding. As Peter declared in 1 Peter 3:20-21, baptism saves—not by washing the body, but by appealing to God with a clean conscience. The waters are ready, holy, and responsive. To step into them is to enter into Christ, receive His Spirit, and begin a victorious, transformed life. Today, the waters still call—offering salvation to all who believe and obey.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • #104: The Unfathomable Love of Christ: a Love that Defies Comprehension
    Jun 22 2025

    • Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com
    • https://apostolicinternational.com/
    • Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs
    • The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/THE_UNFATHOMABLE_LOVE_OF_CHRIST_A_LOVE_THAT_DEFIES_COMPREHENSION.pdf
    • The love of Christ is beyond human comprehension, as expressed in Ephesians 3:17–19. Paul prays that believers might grasp its breadth, length, depth, and height—even though it surpasses knowledge. Christ’s love is not a concept to merely understand intellectually; it is a divine reality meant to be experienced. The breadth of His love embraces all people—regardless of race, status, or past—reaching out to sinners, outcasts, and even enemies. It is a love that welcomes the prodigal, seeks the lost, and forgives the undeserving. The length of Christ’s love endures forever; it existed before time and stretches into eternity. He loved us even when we were unfaithful and continues to draw us with unchanging mercy. From Peter’s restoration to Israel’s repeated forgiveness, His enduring love remains steadfast and unconditional. The depth of His love is revealed in the extent of His suffering. Christ descended into human brokenness—leaving heavenly glory to take on suffering, shame, and even death—for our redemption. He bore the wrath of God on the cross and entered the grave to lift us out of sin’s depths. But His love does not stop there; it lifts us up to heavenly places. Though we were once dead in sin, He has raised us with Him, made us part of God’s family, and given us a place in His eternal kingdom. This love transforms our destiny—turning slaves into sons, strangers into heirs, and sinners into saints. Such a love compels a response. We love because He first loved us, and that love should shape our entire lives—how we worship God, treat others, and live each day. Rooted and grounded in His love, we become living witnesses of His grace, drawing others to the One whose love truly defies comprehension.

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • #103: The Indivisible Inheritance: the Blessing of the One God
    Jun 21 2025

    • Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com
    • https://apostolicinternational.com/
    • Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs
    • The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/THE_INDIVISIBLE_INHERITANCE_THE_BLESSING_OF_THE_ONE_GOD.pdf
    • This sermon explores the living reality and power of God’s indivisible oneness. Ephesians 4:6 reminds us that there is “One God and Father of all,” whose presence, authority, and love encompass all creation. This truth is not an abstract doctrine but a foundational reality that shapes the biblical narrative and our spiritual identity. The Exodus illustrates that deliverance, healing, and redemption come only from the One God. Surrounded by Egyptian polytheism, Israel discovered that no idol could rescue them—only the indivisible God who heals and delivers. Their worship of the golden calf was not merely idolatry but a tragic return to fragmented bondage. The choice, then and now, remains: to follow the One God who saves or to cling to powerless substitutes. Ruth’s story highlights a personal embrace of this oneness. By leaving her Moabite gods and pledging allegiance to the God of Israel, she not only found a new identity but was grafted into God’s redemptive plan. Her life exemplifies how embracing the One God transforms destinies. The parable of the Prodigal Son underscores that we have only one true Father. The son’s journey away from home proves futile, but his return is met with immediate restoration. No other “father” could restore him—only the One. Jesus’ encounters with demons further affirm His singular authority. Demons recognized Him as the “Holy One of God” and submitted instantly to His word. While humans debated and doubted, demons never questioned His identity. Yet God never allowed demons to proclaim His name; He appoints redeemed and holy humans to bear witness to His nature. The sermon calls us to fully embrace the One God—rejecting every false source of power or identity—and to walk confidently as those sealed by His singular authority, love, and promise.

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • #102: Embracing the Divine Mandate to Share Christ
    Jun 21 2025

    • Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com
    • https://apostolicinternational.com/
    • Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs
    • The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/EMBRACING_THE_DIVINE_MANDATE_TO_SHARE_CHRIST.pdf
    • This sermon explores the divine mandate given in Matthew 28:19, emphasizing that sharing Christ is not a suggestion but a central calling for every believer. Evangelism is a lifestyle rooted in our relationship with Jesus, expressed through four interconnected pillars: speaking about Christ, living out the Gospel, praying for others, and discipling new believers. Personal testimony plays a crucial role in witnessing. Like the Apostle Paul, whose dramatic transformation became the foundation of his evangelism, and the Samaritan woman, who joyfully shared her encounter with Jesus, believers are called to tell their own stories with humility and authenticity. Real-life transformation resonates more than rehearsed presentations. Equally essential is living a life that reflects Christ’s love and character. Our actions—kindness, integrity, sacrifice, and compassion—are daily sermons that confirm the message we speak. The early church modeled this powerfully in Acts, drawing others to Christ through unity and generosity. Prayer, often overlooked, is the spiritual foundation of evangelism. As seen in Cornelius’ story and the prayers of the early church, intercession prepares hearts, invites divine encounters, and fuels the believer’s endurance and love. Without prayer, evangelism becomes mere effort; with it, it becomes Spirit-empowered mission. The final pillar is discipleship—walking with new believers beyond conversion. Jesus' command includes teaching them to obey all He taught, ensuring they grow into mature, rooted followers. Paul’s ministry was marked by this commitment, as he taught, mentored, and supported young believers through trials. Discipleship requires patience, authenticity, and presence. Altogether, these four pillars—talking, living, praying, and shepherding—form a holistic, Spirit-led witness that glorifies God and advances His kingdom. Evangelism is not an occasional act but a daily expression of love, obedience, and partnership with God in His redemptive plan for the world. We are all called to embrace it faithfully.

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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • #101: The Seal of God: a Divine Mark of Ownership, Authority, and Assurance
    Jun 21 2025

    • Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com
    • https://apostolicinternational.com/
    • Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs
    • The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/THE_SEAL_OF_GOD_A_DIVINE_MARK_OF_OWNERSHIP_AUTHORITY_AND_ASSURANCE.pdf
    • This sermon explores the meaning and power of the Seal of God—a divine mark that establishes a believer’s identity, ownership, protection, and eternal inheritance in Christ. Just as ancient kings used seals to declare authority and finalize royal decrees, God seals His people with the Holy Spirit, signifying His unchangeable ownership and sovereign authority over their lives. This divine seal is more than symbolic—it is God’s own signature, an unbreakable declaration that we belong to Him.

      The seal affirms our authenticity as true children of God in a world full of spiritual counterfeits. Like a notarized legal document, it marks believers as genuine, set apart, and protected. Revelation 7:3 speaks of God's servants being sealed on their foreheads, representing divine ownership and exemption from judgment. This sealing is also deeply personal, like a fingerprint—God’s unique imprint on each soul that cannot be replicated or removed.

      Moreover, the seal offers divine protection. Just as Daniel was protected by the king’s seal in the lion’s den (Daniel 6:17), believers are spiritually guarded by God’s authority. The seal is a divine “Do Not Disturb” sign against the enemy’s attacks, securing us through life’s darkest moments and trials.

      The sermon also highlights that God’s seal serves as a guarantee of our future inheritance. According to Ephesians 1:14, the Holy Spirit is the earnest—or down payment—of our salvation, assuring us that God’s promises will be fulfilled. Revelation 22:4 confirms that God’s name will be written on our foreheads, marking us forever as His.

      Ultimately, the Seal of God is His divine signature—proof that we are His possession, secure under His sovereignty, and destined for eternal glory. It should inspire believers to walk boldly, knowing they are marked, protected, and promised an everlasting inheritance.

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    1 hr and 2 mins