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Unwrapping Christmas – De-Stressing The Holidays

Posted on Dec 8, 2019 by admin in General |

Unwrapping The meaning of Christmas – De-Stressing The Holidays

We’re so glad you’ve decided to spend part of your day with us at Living Water Church. We pray that the message will inspire and encourage you to be all you can for Christ. This weekend we’re talking about De-Stressing The Holidays – we’re in the Advent Season which is a time of resetting our focus on the reasons for the season. Each week we’re Unwrapping The Meaning of Christmas, this week we’re talking about how God has brought us Peace through the gift of His Son, Jesus.

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Christmas Unwrapped – Uncovering the Meaning of Christmas

De-Stressing The Holidays

Sunday, December 8, 2019 – Pastor George M. Dupree

The Christmas Holiday Season can certainly be Joy-Filled and of course, they can be Stress-Filled too. Maybe you had to stretch a little bit even to just read this post but I encourage you to read on, it’ll take only a few minutes…Here are some steps to take for De-Stressing The Holidays

1 – LOOK UP

It’s easy to get distracted… So we have to focus on things above, not earthly things. When we focus on the things of God we can better deal with the things of this earth. Colossians 3:1 Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.

2 – DRESS For The Holidays

During the holidays we can alleviate stress by reaching out to others. We can look around us and see that there are people who are in need. Not just in need of material things but also in need of compassion, kindness and patience Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience Isaiah 61:3 – (Put on) the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness

3 – FORGIVE Others

During the holidays there will be plenty of opportunities to forgive. From forgiving the person who takes your parking spot, to the rude cashier or the person who cuts you in a line to the more serious offenses of life. We have to forgive the friend or relative who has hurt us in the past. All of these things are opportunities for us to forgive, and forgive we must. Colossians 3:13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

4 – LOVE Others

The key to it all is love. It always comes down to that one thing… love. It’s the thing that started it all with God sending His Son to us because He loved us. Jesus came to us with Compassion – Kindness – Humility – Gentleness – Patience

Jesus showed us the way to live. Love binds it all together. Love is the glue that can repair a broken life; it’s the glue that holds us together when our world is falling apart. Love Is The Key. Colossians 3:14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity

LOVE IS THE BEAUTIFUL RIBBON ON THE GIFT OF LIFE

These are the steps to De-Stress The Holidays – If we live by these instructions we will have the powerful peace of God Rule Our Hearts Colossians 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.

Check Out what’s happening during The Christmas Season at Living Water Church here

Dec '19

Coming This Week 12/8

Posted on Dec 8, 2019 by George Dupree in Events, General |

Dec '19

For the last Wednesday Morning Women’s meeting for 2019 there will be a brunch on December 11th @10am – please register here

There’s a lot more happening in December so why not click this link and see what’s on the calendar for you to enjoy the Christmas Season at Living Water Church

Dec '19

Ladies Brunch and December Events

Posted on Dec 7, 2019 by George Dupree in Events, General |

Dec '19

For the last Wednesday Morning Women’s Meeting there will be a Holiday Brunch at 10am on Wednesday, December 11th – please register here

There a lot happening this holiday season so why not click this link to see what’s happening for you to enjoy at Living Water Church this Christmas Season

Nov '19

A Season of Thanksgiving

Posted on Nov 9, 2019 by George Dupree in Events |

Nov '19

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A Season of Thanks

We’re so glad you’ve decided to spend part of your day with us at Living Water Church. We pray that the message will inspire and encourage you to be all you can for Christ. This weekend we’re talking about the Season Of Thanks – we’re in the month where we celebrate the holiday of Thanksgiving but he point is this…giving thanks is not to be a seasonal thing, it’s to be a lifestyle for the follower of Christ. However, the Thanksgiving season can serve as a reminder that in all things we are called to give thanks…what’s ONE thing that you’re thankful for today…

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I Chronicles 16:34NKJV

34 Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good!For His mercy endures forever.

A Season Of Thanks

Sunday, November 10, 2019 – Pastor George Dupree

1 Chronicles 16:34 – Give thanks to the Lord for He is Good. His love endures forever.

Today we’ll look at giving of thanks. Giving of thanks can be equated to having an attitude of gratitude. In aeronautics the attitude it’s the positioning of the aircraft’s axes in relation to the horizon. In other words the attitude of the plane is where the nose is pointing.

In life if your nose is always pointing down you won’t be able to tell where you’re going, you probably have a sad or sorrowful emotion about you. If your nose is up in the air you’re probably feeling a little better than everyone around you. Having an attitude of gratitude keeps you on a good plane. Not too low, not too high. The reason that you’re not too low is you consider your life in God’s Hands so you’re not worried or sad about your life. The reason that you’re not too high is because you consider everything that you have has originated from God so you’re pride isn’t a problem.

There are instructions in the Bible about giving thanks and there are also benefits of giving thanks – let’s take a look.

When You Think Of God Give Thanks

† Psalms 30:4 Sing praise to the LORD, you saints of His and give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name.

It’s Good To Give Thanks

† Psalms 92:1 It is good to give thanks to the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High;

Four Times In Psalms 107 It Says This

† Psalms 107:21 Oh, that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men!

Jesus Gave Thanks

† Matthew 15:36 And He took the seven loaves and the fish and gave thanks, broke them and gave them to His disciples; and the disciples gave to the multitude.

In Everything Give Thanks

† 1Thessalonians 5:18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Sometimes It’s A Sacrifice

† Hebrews 13:15 Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name.

Benefits Of Giving Thanks – Entrance Into His Presence

† Psalms 100:1 Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! 2 Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before His presence with singing 3 Know that the LORD, He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture. 4 Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name. 5 For the LORD is good; His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endures to all generations.

Double Enunciation

† Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!

Unsurpassed Peace

† Philippians 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Thank Him because you WANT to

† Leviticus 22:29 And when you offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving to the LORD, offer it of your own free will.

Nov '19

Fall Couples Night

Posted on Nov 7, 2019 by admin in Events |

Nov '19

We’re looking forward to a fun night for couples this Friday @7pm – the plan is to have a Bon Fire with s’mores and then go inside for some nice desserts and just hanging out for a while. If the weather doesn’t allow we’ll do everything inside (except the Bon Fire of course)

Sometimes it’s the little things we do as a couple that add a lot to our marriage. So with that in mind we look forward to seeing you this Friday, November 8th @7pm

Nov '19

Christmas Show Ticket Sale

Posted on Nov 1, 2019 by admin in General |

Nov '19

Tis’ the season for a brand-new holiday extravaganza at the Living Water Church Theatre, Your Home For The Holidays! You’ll hear your favorite Christmas standards performed by our awe-inspiring singers. From traditional Christmas standards, to the seasonal sounds of gospel hits—we’ll have you humming along with your favorite Christmas carols and tapping your feet to a rockin’ holiday beat. This year’s show featuring an
amazing cast of Singers – Actors – Dancers will make this a holiday season you’ll never forget.
Join in Eastern Long Island’s favorite holiday tradition:
The Joy of Christmas at the Living Water Church Theatre, YOUR HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
On Stage Friday, December 13th and Sunday December 15th

Here’s your chance to get your tickets for The Joy of Christmas at a great price.

Take advantage of this great sale BUY ONE AND GET ANOTHER ONE HALF PRICE!

All Tickets $15 – http://www.lwfgc.tix.com

TICKETS GO ON SALE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd

Oct '19

Praise & Prayer October

Posted on Oct 12, 2019 by admin in General |

Oct '19

On Friday, October 25th we’ll gather together Praise & Prayer.

We believe that Praise & Prayer go hand in hand and that great things happen when we do them as a group.

There’s an old song that says “It was prayer that got us here…”

At Living Water Church we believe that, prayer is our lifeline to heaven and we want to see God’s Kingdom come and His will be done on earth just as it is in heaven. That’s how Jesus taught us to pray and we’ll be doing that on 10/25.

We’ll be looking for you to join with us because we’re better together.

PASTA WITH THE PASTOR

Oct '19

Try Again

Posted on Oct 12, 2019 by George Dupree in Events, General |

Oct '19

Try Again

We’re so glad you’ve decided to spend part of your day with us at Living Water Church. We pray that the message will inspire and encourage you to be all you can for Christ. Today we’re talking about the Never Giving Up (on what’s right & good) – The point is this…things may look or feel hopeless BUT if God is behind it you should get in step with Him and keep trying…

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Luke 5:1-11NKJV

1 So it was, as the multitude pressed about Him to hear the word of God, that He stood by the Lake of Gennesaret, 2 and saw two boats standing by the lake; but the fishermen had gone from them and were washing their nets. 3 Then He got into one of the boats, which was Simon’s, and asked him to put out a little from the land. And He sat down and taught the multitudes from the boat. 4 When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” 5 But Simon answered and said to Him, “Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net.” 6 And when they had done this, they caught a great number of fish, and their net was breaking. 7 So they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. 8 When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!” 9 For he and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish which they had taken; 10 and so also were James and John, the sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid. From now on you will catch men.” 11 So when they had brought their boats to land, they forsook all and followed Him.

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TRY AGAIN

Sunday, October 13, 2019

Pastor George M. Dupree

Luke 5:1 So it was, as the multitude pressed about Him to hear the word of God, that He stood by the Lake of Gennesaret, 2 and saw two boats standing by the lake; but the fishermen had gone from them and were washing their nets. 3 Then He got into one of the boats, which was Simon’s, and asked him to put out a little from the land. And He sat down and taught the multitudes from the boat. 4 When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” 5 But Simon answered and said to Him, “Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; NEVERTHELESS at Your word I will let down the net.” 6 And when they had done this, they caught a great number of fish, and their net was breaking. 7 So they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. 8 When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord!” 9 For he and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish which they had taken; 10 and so also were James and John, the sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid. From now on you will catch men.”11 So when they had brought their boats to land, they forsook all and followed Him.

Jesus sees two boats by the seashore; the men left the boats and are cleaning their nets after a long night of fruitless fishing. Jesus gets into Peter’s boat and preaches for a while, afterwards He says to Simon “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.”

This was an interruption for Simon: he was busy, he had to get the nets prepared for the next time he’s go fishing. What’s your reaction when the Lord interrupts your day?

He told Simon to TRY AGAIN – He knew he caught nothing all night but He said try again. With that “launch out” He also told him there would be a catch.

Maybe Simon didn’t want to do it, he was busy and tired but he said “nevertheless”. We don’t know exactly why he said yes, maybe he felt like it, maybe he thought if he did it he’d get rid of this preacher, who knows but the fact is he did it. And when he did he got the surprise of his life, a catch so big he needed another boat to help bring it in. They filled both boats with so much fish that they both began to sink!

Simon said NEVERTHELESS – Regardless of my experience today, regardless of my feelings or what I think, I’ll do it. Perhaps God just touched him and he decided to trust, to obey.

We read that obedience releases the gift of the Holy Spirit

Acts 5:32 We are here to tell you about all this, and so is the Holy Spirit, who is God’s gift to everyone who obeys God.

For Simon last night was a setback, but it turned into a setup.

And we know that all things work together for good! – Romans 8:28

Maybe you tried so hard and so many times and you’ve not seen the results you wanted, don’t give up – TRY AGAIN

Anybody can quit but NOT YOU; you’re better than that, you’re more than a conqueror, you can do all things through Christ.

Losers focus on what they’re going through, winners focus on what they’re going to. The Bible declares that we are going from glory to glory, agree with the Word and see it come to pass in your life.

What you’re going through today is the vehicle that’ll bring you into the plan from God for you.

When we say yes we put our trust in the Lord – Here’s some promises concerning trusting

† Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; 6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

† Psalms 125:1 Those who trust in the LORD are as secure as Mount Zion; they will not be defeated but will endure forever.

† Psalms 37:3 Trust in the LORD and do good. Then you will live safely in the land and prosper. 4 Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you your heart’s desires. 5 Commit everything you do to the LORD. Trust him, and he will help you.

Don’t Give Up – Try Again

† Galatians 6:9 So don’t get tired of doing what is good. Don’t get discouraged and give up, for we will reap a harvest of blessing at the appropriate time.

Matthew 26:39 He went a little farther and fell on His face, and prayed, saying, “O My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as You will.”

When Simon said nevertheless nothing was different –

Same Boat –

Same Nets –

Same Lake –

Well, one thing was different – Jesus was in the boat!

I don’t know what you’re facing today. Maybe you’ve toiled a long time with no results, please, try again; don’t give up. If God’s given you a word or a promise from His word hold on, try again and by all means, invite Jesus into your boat.