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We consider it an honor and a privilege to help you identify and take your next step here at Waters Church. In fact, we believe there’s a Next Step for every follower of Jesus, no matter if you’re a new believer or if you’ve been doing this for years. Either way, we’re thrilled you’re here!
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The Importance of Baptism
I. What is baptism?
Baptism is the of our in Christ.
Romans 6:4 We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.
2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.
Baptism is to be .
Mark 10:38 Jesus said to them, “You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I drink, or to be baptized with the baptism with which I am baptized?”
When Jesus died he was overwhelmed with death, so we could be overwhelmed with life.
Baptism is to be by God.
Acts 2:38-41 And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.” And with many other words, he bore witness and continued to exhort them, saying, “Save yourselves from this crooked generation.” So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls.
When you are baptized into Christ, you become His, spiritually and mentally.
You say ‘I belong now’. You are His.
Baptism is to be the old way of .
Romans 6:2-3 How can we who died to sin still live in it? Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory o the Father, we too might walk in newness of life.
II. Why should I be baptized?
You should be baptized to the example set by Christ.
Mark 1:19 At that time Jesus came from Nazareth and was baptized by John in the river.
You should be baptized because Christ it.
Mark 28:19-20 ‘Jesus said, Go then, to all the people everywhere and make them my disciples, baptize them in the name of the Father, son and the Holy Spirit…’
You should be baptized because it I really am a .
1 John 2:3-6 And by this we know that we have come to know him, if we keep his commandments. Whoever says “I know him” but does not keep his commandments is a liar, and the truth is not in him, but whoever keeps his word, in him truly the love of God is perfected. By this we may know that we are in him: whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked
We are baptized to follow His example, because Jesus commands it. Being baptized does not make you a believer, you were a believer when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of you salvation and believed in him.
Acts 18:8 ”…many of the people who heard Him believed and were baptized.
III. Why Be Baptized by Immersion?
Jesus was Baptised by full .
Matthew 3:16 And when Jesus was baptized, immediately he went up from the water, and behold, the heavens were opened to him,[a] and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on him
Every Baptism in The Bible was by .
Acts 8:38-39 And he commanded the chariot to stop, and they both went down into the water, Philip and the eunuch, and he baptized him. And when they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord carried Philip away, and the eunuch saw him no more, and went on his way rejoicing.
It best symbolizes a , and .
Romans 6:5-11 For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin. For one who has died has been set free from sin. Now if we have died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. We know that Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again; death no longer has dominion over him. For the death he died he died to sin, once for all, but the life he lives he lives to God. So you also must consider yourselves dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus.
The greek definition of Baptism, “Baptizo" means: .
IV. Who should be baptized?
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Acts 18:8 …many of the Corinthians hearing Paul believed and were baptized.
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WHO WE ARE
Waters church is built to , , and into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
We are here for those that are . Matthew 28:19-20
WHAT WE BELIEVE
The core beliefs of Waters Church are:
- Salvation through Ephesians 2:8-9 (ESV)
- The Bible is the Inspired of 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (ESV), 2 Peter 1:20-21 (ESV)
- The Trinity 1 John 5:7-8 (ESV), 2 Cor 13:14 (NLT), John 14:26 (ESV)
- The Command of and The Matthew 28:19 (ESV), Matthew 19:32-33 (ESV)
WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
These core beliefs are the driving force behind three simple yet fundamental elements to our weekend experience:
= How we talk to God. Matthew 6:9-13 ( ESV)
= How we glorify God Psalm 150 (ESV)
= How we know God. 2 Peter 1:20, 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (ESV)
HOW WE CONNECT AND GROW
1. Baptism
Baptism is a personal . Galatians 3:27-29 (ESV)
Baptism is an opportunity for . Acts 8:35-38 (ESV)
Baptism uses your for God’s . Matthew 28:19 (ESV)
Baptism is The of our new identity in Christ! Acts 2:41 9 (ESV)
2. Life Groups
We are Life Groups. Genesis 2:18 (ESV)
We are Life Groups. Acts 2:44 (ESV)
We are in Life Groups. Ephesians 4:15-16 (ESV)
happens in Life Groups!
3. Serving
Why we serve: because . Matthew 20:26-28 ( ESV)
Who we serve: . 1 Peter 4:8-11 (ESV)
When we serve: . Matthew 26:39-44 (ESV)
4. Reading
Reading The Bible us. Psalm 119:11 (ESV)
Reading The Bible us. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (ESV)
Reading The Bible us. Romans 12:1-2 (ESV)
A great way to study The Bible is with .
5. Giving
Tithing is an that reflects an . Matthew 6:19-21 (ESV)
The value of the tithe is not determined by the , but by the by which it is given. 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 (ESV)
Generosity is not a , it is an from God to show that our trust is truly in Him. Luke 6:38 ( ESV) 1 John 3:17 (ESV)
Tip: If you don’t think you can afford to tithe consider taking .
Next steps: Get Baptized, Join a Life Group, Start Serving. Go to Starting Point, Financial Peace University.
Ways to serve: Waters Kids, Ignite Kids, Activate Youth, & Elevate Youth Ministries; Cafe, Guest Services, Info Central, Production Team, Parking Team, Security, and more!
Ways to give: Right here on waterschurch.guide (scroll all the way to the bottom to the "Give" section). The giving kiosk at your campus (if provided).
MOBILE GIVING
Text the gift amount to your campus's giving number.
(For example, $25 to 508-809-4384)
508-809-4384 North Attleboro
401-356-3040 Woonsocket Campus
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WHAT IS A LIFE GROUP?
A Life Group is a like-minded group of people who meet once a week outside of the Weekend Experience of Waters Church.
We believe active participation in a Life Group is critical for your spiritual health as a part of the local church. These groups help create the community we seek in life’s journey. We believe that discipleship happens in relationships, and those relationships are formed in Life Groups.
God has a place for you where your unique abilities and passions can impact the lives of others. We believe your life will never make sense until you find, develop and fulfill that purpose. Our Serve Teams span over 20 different teams that serve at Waters. We want to help you discover your purpose and the right team for you.
🎙 Tim Hatch Live on The Deep End- Life with more meaning & less freaking out
All the outrage we’re seeing regarding the Supreme Court decision exposes the dark and nasty underbelly of American consumerism and narcissism. Christians don’t believe that life begins at conception. Jeremiah 1:5 says “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born. I consecrated you. I appointed you a prophet to the nations” and in Galatians 1:15 Paul says, “Even before I was born God chose me and called me by His marvelous grace.” We believe that life begins at God’s design even before conception. And, young people listen to me. These Texts are important because they testify to the fact that your life is not a mistake. You were not the product of your parents’ decision– you are the product of God’s decision! America after Roe V Wade, abortion laws by state now and the myths surrounding it all Join us Tuesday nights at 7:30 pm for our new season or watch past episodes anytime for the latest in Christian lifestyle and news. 👍 & ✅ to never miss an episode. [You can listen too! Find us on Rumble, Soundcloud, Edifi, & Apple Podcasts].
📖 Deep Dive Bible Study –In your own time
Will we follow the warnings of Scripture? How can you learn to identify a false pastor or teacher? There are some preachers who don’t know how to build a church, they only know how to build a crowd. You can gather a crowd but only Christ can change a heart! SEEK to GROW in TRUTH, not to DABBLE in the LIES of this AGE. Deep Dive Bible Study | Romans 16: 17-27 Explained: Untold warnings every Christian should know Join us Wednesday nights at 7:30pm –or later anytime– as we spend the next year studying this, perhaps the most important, book in the Bible! ROMANS on timhatchlive.com/live – available on your favorite podcast app too!
❓ 10 Questions with Tim❓
What’s on your mind? Are you struggling with an issue or saw something on the news that concerns you as a Christian? Pastor Tim is excited to chat with you live and help you find theologically based answers to your questions on “Ten Questions with Tim!” . 
Send in your questions to Pastor Tim at ask@timhatchlive.com. Next noon-time chat: June 9th!! (But don’t worry if you can’t join us then–you can watch later anytime 
) Check out last livestream where we discussed 10 Questions with Tim | Eucharist vs Holy Communion, How to keep children safe in church, and more!
Move! by Tim Hatch
Sometimes the door doesn’t open until we walk up to it. That’s it. That’s the secret. The door is closed because it’s normal to be closed when not in use. We serve the God who opens the doors no man can keep shut (Revelation 3:8). Let’s MOVE! Find out how with Move! Entering into God’s Promises for You. Available in Print, Kindle, & Audible
Last Days | The Book of Revelation Daily in 15 Minutes | Deep Dive Bible Study With Pastor Tim
There is no better time than now to dig deeper into the end times. On the heels of the message series, Last Days, we are releasing the Book of Revelation, verse by verse study. In just 15 minutes a day over the next few weeks Pastor Tim will go through the Scriptures and discuss the four interpretive views of each passage of this incredible Book. You don’t want to miss it! Part 2 of the series releases daily begining July 5th.
Apollo Beach Location
Back to School Drive:
We are collecting school supplies at Locations to benefit the Community School in NA, the Hamlet Middle School in WS, and the Ruskin Middle School in AB.
Items include #2 mechanical and standard pencils, black and blue ballpoint pens, colored pencils, highlighters, pencil pouches, pencil sharpeners, erasers, glue sticks, scissors, 3 prong binders, rulers, notebook paper. spiral notebooks, composition books, pocket folders, plastic dividers, and earbuds. Please drop off all supplies at the church!
Connect Event | July 31, 2022
Come find your place here at Waters! Join us immediately following service for light refreshments and enjoy a casual friendly atmosphere where you can ask any questions you may have about the church and have an opportunity to meet many of our ministry leaders, including those from Worship, Waters Kids, and the Media Team. Click here for more information!
North Attleboro Location
🏖NEW SUMMER SERVICE TIMES 🍉
Waters Church North Attleboro will be moving to its summer service times of Sundays at 9:00 am and 11:00 am beginning on July 3rd.
Back to School Drive:
We are presently collecting school supplies at Locations to benefit the Community School in NA, the Hamlet Middle School in WS, and the Ruskin Middle School in AB.
Items include #2 mechancial and standard pencils, black and blue ballpoint pens, colored pencils, highlighters, pencil pouches, pencil sharpeners, erasers, glue sticks, scissors, 3 prong binders, rulers, notebook paper. spiral notebooks, composition books, pocket folders, plastic dividers, earbuds. Please drop off all supplies at the church!
Connect Event | July 31, 2022
Come find your place here at Waters! Join us immediately following service for light refreshments and enjoy a casual friendly atmosphere where you can ask any questions you may have about the church and have an opportunity to meet many of our ministry leaders including those from Worship, Waters Kids, and the Media Team. Click here for more information!
Summer Splash! | New England – August 21st!
Summer Splash is our annual event to celebrate the children of Waters Church (ages 10-15) taking the next step in faith and getting baptized. All families and Waters Church members are welcomed and encouraged to come out and support this important event. There will be food, a ton of games, and music. But most importantly, we will be able to witness our youth taking that next step of faith! For more details or to register your child, click here!
NextGen Summer Six Flags Adventure – August 27th!
Join us for an amazing day spent at Six Flags New England! This trip is open to both of our Next Gen Ministries: Elevate and Encounter (ages 13-35) and costs $45 per person which includes access to the water park, the main park, parking & a free lunch! Spots are limited to 100 guests so be sure to complete registration by clicking here. We hope to see you there!
Norwood Location
Waters iGroups
Waters Interest Groups are back at the Norwood Campus! What’s your interest? We have tons of special activities for teens, adults, and families, which meet throughout the month. Visit waterschurch.org/events for more information.
The Vibe Cafe
Spend time in the Vibe during the week, Monday – Wednesday, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you’re looking for an opportunity to get out of the house, this is it!
Last Days | The Book of Revelation Daily in 15 Minutes | Deep Dive Bible Study With Pastor Tim
There is no better time than now to dig deeper into the end times. On the heels of the message series, Last Days, we are releasing the Book of Revelation, verse by verse study. In just 15 minutes a day over the next few weeks Pastor Tim will go through the Scriptures and discuss the four interpretive views of each passage of this incredible Book. You don’t want to miss it! Series releases daily, Monday-Saturday, through the beginning of July.
Woonsocket Location
🏖NEW SUMMER SERVICE TIMES 🍉
Waters Church North Attleboro will be moving to its summer service times of Sundays at 9:00 am and 11:00 am beginning on July 3rd.
Back to School Drive:
We are presently collecting school supplies at Locations to benefit the Community School in NA, the Hamlet Middle School in WS, and the Ruskin Middle School in AB.
Items include #2 mechancial and standard pencils, black and blue ballpoint pens, colored pencils, highlighters, pencil pouches, pencil sharpeners, erasers, glue sticks, scissors, 3 prong binders, rulers, notebook paper. spiral notebooks, composition books, pocket folders, plastic dividers, earbuds. Please drop off all supplies at the church!
Connect Event | July 31, 2022
Come find your place here at Waters! Join us immediately following service for light refreshments and enjoy a casual friendly atmosphere where you can ask any questions you may have about the church and have an opportunity to meet many of our ministry leaders including those from Worship, Waters Kids, and the Media Team. Click here for more information!
Summer Splash! | New England – August 21st!
Summer Splash is our annual event to celebrate the children of Waters Church (ages 10-15) taking the next step in faith and getting baptized. All families and Waters Church members are welcomed and encouraged to come out and support this important event. There will be food, a ton of games, and music. But most importantly, we will be able to witness our youth taking that next step of faith! For more details or to register your child, click here!
NextGen Summer Six Flags Adventure – August 27th!
Join us for an amazing day spent at Six Flags New England! This trip is open to both of our Next Gen Ministries: Elevate and Encounter (ages 13-35) and costs $45 per person which includes access to the water park, the main park, parking & a free lunch! Spots are limited to 100 guests so be sure to complete registration by clicking here. We hope to see you there!
Tim Hatch LIve on The Deep End
Deep Dive Bible Study With Tim
Elevate | HS Meet Up
Elevate | HS Meet Up
Sunday Services
Connect Class
Summer Splash!
NA | Waters Cafe
Elevate | e-Groups
Tim Hatch LIve on The Deep End
Deep Dive Bible Study With Tim
Elevate | HS Meet Up
Singles Night
Sunday Services
Baptism Class
NA | Waters Cafe
Elevate | e-Groups
Tim Hatch LIve on The Deep End
Deep Dive Bible Study With Tim
Apollo Beach
This Is Amazing Grace by Phil Wickham.
Awake My Soul by Hillsong Worship.
Every Victory by The Belonging Co.
The Blessing by Elevation Worship.
North Attleboro
Fill This Place by Red Rocks Worship.
We Say Yes by SEU Worship.
Every Victory by The Belonging Co.
Land Of The Living by UPPERROOM.
Norwood
Hands To The Heavens .
Yes I Will
Yours (Glory and Praise)
Way Maker
Make A Way
Woonsocket
Fill This Place by Red Rocks Worship.
We Say Yes by SEU Worship.
Every Victory by The Belonging Co.
Land Of The Living by UPPERROOM.
Week 6 | Don’t Freak Out Summer of PsalmsFrom Psalm 37
📖 Matthew 5:5 (ESV) “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.”
Meekness: An attitude of , , and in God, and a loving, patient and gentle attitude towards others.
Meekness is not weakness it is under .
📖 Psalm 37:25 (ESV) I have been young, and now am old, yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken or his children begging for bread.
1. arrives when we aren’t by the in the world.
📖 Psalm 37:1 (ESV) Fret not yourself because of evildoers; be not envious of wrongdoers!
📖 Psalm 37:7 (ESV) “fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way”
📖 Psalm 37:8 (ESV) Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath! Fret not yourself; it tends only to evil.
📖 Psalm 37:10 (ESV) In just a little while, the wicked will be no more; though you look carefully at his place, he will not be there.
📖 Psalm 37:13 (ESV) the Lord laughs at the wicked, for he sees that his day is coming.
📖 Psalm 37:17 (ESV) For the arms of the wicked shall be broken, but the LORD upholds the righteous.
Meekness is having the to lift your eyes beyond the .
2. arrives when we in God.
📖 Psalm 37:3 (ESV) Trust in the LORD, and do good; dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness.
📖 Romans 12:21 (ESV) Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
3. arrives when we in God.
📖 Psalm 37:3 (ESV) Trust in the LORD, and do good; dwell in the land (find safe pasture) and befriend faithfulness.
📖 Psalm 37:7 (ESV) Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him; fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out evil devices!
📖 Matthew 11:28-29 (ESV) Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
4. arrives when we God.
📖 Psalm 37:4 (ESV) Delight yourself in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
📖 Psalm 34:8 (ESV) Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him!
5. arrives when we our and to God.
📖 Psalm 37:5 (ESV) Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will act.
We but God .
📖 Psalm 37:23-24 (ESV) The steps of a man are established by the LORD, when he delights in his way; 24 though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the LORD upholds his hand.
Sermon in a Sentence:
Meekness is not , it is a life in the God gives, in the God wants, and to the God reveals.
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