26 Oct “Defeating the Spirit of Fear” | All Locations
Check the Events Page for What is Happening (not everything is listed here) (waterschurch.org/events)
NEW ENGLAND LOCATIONS
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ALL LOCATIONS
NEW>>>>>>OPERATION THANKSGIVING IS UNDERWAY!
This year, we’re feeding over 800 families for Thanksgiving!
A $60 donation provides a full Thanksgiving meal for an average family.
Food is already ordered and will be picked up on November 10, so please get your donations in by then if possible!
To give, visit waterschurch.org/give — select your location and choose Operation Thanksgiving from the dropdown menu.
Let’s come together and bless our communities this Thanksgiving!
WATERS UNIVERSITY:
We’re looking to grow healthy Christians at Waters Church…spiritually, physically, mentally, financially and relationally — that is the mission of Waters University. The Fall semester has begun and Alpha classes will start on October 6 Financial Peace University has been postponed to a November start (date coming soon). Go to https://watersu.org/ or click the link below now for more information on classes and to register.
ALPHA MEAL PREP – SEE NEW DATES FOR FALL – GO TO WATERSCHURCH.ORG/EVENTS FOR THE SCHEDULE
ALL LOCATIONS – MEALS FOR ALPHA CLASS
Details:
- Choose a Monday to serve, starting 10/6 for nine weeks.
- Meals must arrive between 5:15–5:30 PM.
- Provide a fully cooked, pre-heated meal including salad and dessert (serves ~10).
- Stay to eat and mingle from 6–6:30 PM, then assist with clean-up.
- Drinks, condiments, serving ware, and warming trays are provided.
- Can’t cook? Donate to help cover meal costs—$25 per registration. You may sponsor multiple nights when registering or donate at Info Central on Sunday.
Thank you for helping us share the Good News of Jesus Christ!
Reminders:
✳ Please regularly check your Planning Center profiles for requests to join your life groups, remove members from the list that no longer attend, or add members not listed. Please ensure that you have added no-reply@churchcenter.com to your email contacts so that you do not miss an email from Planning Center and encourage your members to do so as well. This will ensure you do not miss a member request or any emails that come from the Planning Center site.
Thank you!
Waters Class Schedule:
- Growth Track – Check schedule and register on the events page.
- 4th Sunday: Baptism Class – after every service
Waters Help: Need marriage and family care or have a group member in need of marriage and family care? Click here: help resources page or visit waterschurch.org/help
Location Text Alerts:
| North Attleboro | Text “subscribe” to 508 695-1300 | |
| Norwood | Text “subscribe” to 781 762-3357 | |
| Apollo Beach | Text “subscribe” to 813 642-6979 | |
| Woonsocket | Text “subscribe” to 833 241-4837 | |
| Southcoast | Text “subscribe” to 508 809-3490 | |
Check the Events Page for What is Happening (not everything is listed here) (waterschurch.org/events)
PLEASE CHECK YOUR NOTIFICATIONS AND OR YOUR PLANNING CENTER PROFILES FOR NEW MEMBER REQUESTS.
NOTE:
Two opportunities to pray:
Leaders only: Please be available at the end of service to pray for those who come forward. If you are not actively serving during the service you are attending, make it a priority to head to the front when the invitation is given. Your presence matters!
North Attleboro Leaders and members: If you are available, or any member of your group who currently serves is available, there is an opportunity to meet for prayer in the conference room off of the break room area during the second and third services. Please see Doug and Joanie White or Felix Shyllon if you would like to be a part of that ministry.
Please Note: if you have a member who is not serving currently and would like to be a part of the prayer during the service team, please have them take the appropriate steps to become a serve team member.
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**Please read all scripture in the ESV, unless otherwise noted.**
Key Verse: 2 Timothy
Icebreaker Question:
What’s the most embarrassing or bold thing you’ve ever done in public?”
Opening Prayer:
Lord, thank You for Your Spirit that gives us power, love, and a sound mind. Remove every trace of fear from our hearts tonight. Fill us with boldness to live and share the gospel with confidence and love. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Defeating the Spirit of Fear
1. God has not given us a spirit of fear—He gives us power.
2 Timothy 1:7, Romans 1:16
Fear silences the Spirit’s work in us, but confidence in the gospel releases God’s power.
Q. What fears hold believers back from boldly sharing their faith?
Practical Application:
This week, identify one person to share your faith with. Ask God for courage and believe His power will work through you.
Leader Prompt:
Encourage members to share stories of when they overcame fear to witness or pray for someone.
2. God gives us love that casts out fear.
1 John 4:18
Perfect love drives away fear. When we listen, care, and love people sincerely, the Holy Spirit moves through us.
Q. Think of someone you know who’s struggling or distant from God. How have you or how might you show them genuine love, really caring, help open their heart to hear about Jesus?”
Practical Application:
Take time to listen to someone who is truly hurting this week. Show love through compassion, prayer, or a kind word.
3. God gives us a sound mind.
John 5:19, James 1:5
A sound mind comes from knowing God’s Word and recognizing His activity around us. Fear loses its grip when we see what God is already doing.
Q. What helps you stay alert to what God is doing in your life or in others? What may hinder you from staying alert to what God is doing?
Practical Application:
Spend time in Scripture each day this week. Ask God to show you where He’s already working and how you can join Him.
Leader Prompt:
Remind your group that discernment and wisdom come from being in the Word and from daily prayer.
Key Takeaways:
What are three key takeaways you received from this message?
Closing Prayer:
Father, thank You for giving us power, love, and a sound mind. Help us reject fear and live boldly for You. Fill us with Your Spirit to share the gospel with confidence, love people deeply, and walk in wisdom every day. In Jesus’ name, amen.
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