Our Growing Church Family
Kids Ministry
Sonshine Nursery
Faith Trails Class
Sonshine Nursery
" And the child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom. And the favor of God was upon him." Luke 2:40 ESV
Your littles are important to us! We realize that it is a great responsibility and honor, that you entrust your babies and toddlers to us; so we commit to show them God's love and protect their great sense of wonder and development
" And the child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom. And the favor of God was upon him." Luke 2:40 ESV
Your littles are important to us! We realize that it is a great responsibility and honor, that you entrust your babies and toddlers to us; so we commit to show them God's love and protect their great sense of wonder and development. We don't consider ourselves a "baby-sitting" service, but rather a center for learning about Jesus and planting the precious seeds of God's promises in the hearts and minds of those in our care. All of our volunteers have willingly gone thru background checks, and are followers of Christ, themselves. Feel free to ask questions, come in the nursery the first time you bring your child, and get acquainted with our nursery.
Living Word Kids
Faith Trails Class
Sonshine Nursery
"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6 KJV
Living Word Kid's classes are available during regular church services, for ages 5-12. Our lessons will take your children into the Word of God with age appropriate lessons, helping you, their parents, build a strong foundation in
"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6 KJV
Living Word Kid's classes are available during regular church services, for ages 5-12. Our lessons will take your children into the Word of God with age appropriate lessons, helping you, their parents, build a strong foundation in their knowledge of God and His plan for their lives. In an everchanging world, we commit to show your children the hope that never changes- that our God is faithful and will be with them all the days of their life. Plus, they will build friendships that last and have fun while at it!
Train up a child in the way he should go,
And when he is old he will not depart from it.
Faith Trails Class
Faith Trails Class
Faith Trails Class
"How can a young person live a clean life? By carefully reading the map of your Word."
Psalm 119:9 Message Bible
The are many voices in the world, and we know that this world we live in, is in a fallen state of sin. Our children are being pulled in so many directions by these voices wanting to influence them, that we must cover them with p
"How can a young person live a clean life? By carefully reading the map of your Word."
Psalm 119:9 Message Bible
The are many voices in the world, and we know that this world we live in, is in a fallen state of sin. Our children are being pulled in so many directions by these voices wanting to influence them, that we must cover them with prayers, but also sound instruction in Biblical truths that will light the right path God has for them. This class digs a little deeper, and while our teachers endeavor to keep it fun, we still want to see our kids "geared-up" for a winning life. Finding out who they are in Christ and what He has equipped them with, will help them stand against the temptations in life and not be ashamed of their trust in God.
Upcoming events
LWF Men's Group
Corporate Church Prayer
LWF Women's Group
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. " Proverbs 27:17
Men! Come join in and study God's Word with other men. No man should be an island to himself; we all need friendship, guidance, encouragement and accountability. Location is announced monthly, and if you're a first time visitor- breakfast is on us!
LWF Women's Group
Corporate Church Prayer
LWF Women's Group
“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” Proverbs 31:3
Ladies! Besides greatly needing more dedicated time to study God's Word, we also need a break and some sister time! We invite you to join us, adding your faith and valued presence to our group. Grab a Bible and a favorite finger foo
“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” Proverbs 31:3
Ladies! Besides greatly needing more dedicated time to study God's Word, we also need a break and some sister time! We invite you to join us, adding your faith and valued presence to our group. Grab a Bible and a favorite finger food; but if you're a visitor, we got ya covered and you don't need to.
Corporate Church Prayer
Corporate Church Prayer
Corporate Church Prayer
Matthew 21:13
"It is written: 'My house will be called a house of prayer';" Matthew 21:13
"And when they heard that, they lifted up their voice to God with one accord, and said, Lord, thou art God, which hast made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all that in them is:" Acts 4:24
Gather in unity of heart and purpose for God's will to be d
Matthew 21:13
"It is written: 'My house will be called a house of prayer';" Matthew 21:13
"And when they heard that, they lifted up their voice to God with one accord, and said, Lord, thou art God, which hast made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and all that in them is:" Acts 4:24
Gather in unity of heart and purpose for God's will to be done. Following the leading of the Holy Spirit, we are praying for the Church worldwide, our local church and area, the Unites States/Israel and nations of the world, and specific needs as they arise.
" "Beware in your prayers, above everything else, of limiting God, not only by unbelief, but by fancying yourself that you know what He can do." Andrew Murray
Ladies Christmas Brunch
Christmas Candlelight Service
Corporate Church Prayer
Ladies, we will be gathering at the home of Yesi Dickey for our Christmas Brunch and Party. Let's set aside time for this special get-together and have fun, while strengthening our bonds in the family of God! Be sure to wear your favorite Christmas sweater or shirt, invite a friend, bring your finger food and a wrapped ornament for excha
Ladies, we will be gathering at the home of Yesi Dickey for our Christmas Brunch and Party. Let's set aside time for this special get-together and have fun, while strengthening our bonds in the family of God! Be sure to wear your favorite Christmas sweater or shirt, invite a friend, bring your finger food and a wrapped ornament for exchanging. This will be our 13th Ladies Christmas Party; let's keep the tradition going strong!
(address will be provided privately to attendees)
Church Christmas Banquet
Christmas Candlelight Service
Christmas Candlelight Service
Come join in the joyful celebration and festivities at our annual Christmas Banquet. Besides dining on a delicious meal, there'll be plenty of fun, games, door prizes and love- all because God sent us His greatest gift of all, His Son, Jesus! RSVP by calling 956-615-0433
Let us know you're coming, so we can prepare enough for all!
Christmas Candlelight Service
Christmas Candlelight Service
Christmas Candlelight Service
We invite everyone to our 2024 Christmas Program, in the form of an old-fashioned variety show. We pray it will be heart-touching, fun and memorable.
Christmas Candlelight Service
Christmas Candlelight Service
Christmas Candlelight Service
We invite everyone to our Christmas Candlelight service. This will be a time of worship and gratitude for our blessed, Savior's birth. Make sure to fit this night into all your planning; it won't be a long service, but it will be memorable!
What We Believe, what we stand on
Our Beliefs
- The Bible is the inspired Word of God.
- Our God is One, but manifested in three Persons—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
- Man is a created being, made in the likeness and image of God, but through Adam’s transgression and fall, sin came into the world.
- Salvation is the gift of God to man through faith in Jesus Christ.
- The New Birth is necessary to all men, and when experienced, produces eternal life.
- Baptism in water is by immersion, is a direct commandment of our Lord, and is for believers only.
- The Baptism in the Holy Ghost is a gift and is accompanied by the initial evidence of speaking in other tongues.
- We believe in sanctification, which is living a life of holiness.
- Healing is the privilege of every member of the Church today provided through Jesus’ death on the Cross.
- Jesus will return and “… The dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air …” (1 Thess. 4:16–17)
- The one who physically dies in his sins without accepting Christ is eternally lost and, therefore, has no further opportunity of hearing the Gospel or repenting.
Our Scriptural Foundation
The Scriptures
The Bible is the inspired Word of God, the product of holy men of old who spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. The New Covenant, as recorded in the New Testament, we accept as our infallible guide in matters pertaining to conduct and doctrine (2 Tim. 3:16; 1 Thess. 2:13; 2 Peter 1:21).
The Godhead
Our God is One, but manifested in three Persons—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, being coequal (Deut. 6:4; Phil. 2:6). God the Father is greater than all; the Sender of the Word (Logos) and the Begetter (John 14:28; John 16:28; John 1:14). The Son is the Word flesh-covered, the One Begotten, and has existed with the Father from the beginning (John 1:1; John 1:18; John 1:14). The Holy Spirit proceeds forth from both the Father and the Son and is eternal (John 14:16; John 15:26).
Man, His Fall and Redemption
Man is a created being, made in the likeness and image of God, but through Adam’s transgression and fall, sin came into the world. The Bible says “…all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God,” and “…There is none righteous, no, not one” (Rom. 3:10; 3:23). Jesus Christ, the Son of God, was manifested to undo the works of the devil and gave His life and shed His blood to redeem and restore man back to God (Rom. 5:14; 1 John 3:8).
Salvation is the gift of God to man, separate from works and the Law, and is made operative by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, producing works acceptable to God (Eph. 2:8–10).
Eternal Life and the New Birth
Man’s first step toward salvation is godly sorrow that worketh repentance. The New Birth is necessary to all men, and when experienced, produces eternal life (2 Cor. 7:10; John 3:3–5; 1 John 5:12).
Water Baptism
Baptism in water is by immersion, is a direct commandment of our Lord, and is for believers only. The ordinance is a symbol of the Christian’s identification with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection (Matt. 28:19; Rom. 6:4; Col. 2:12; Acts 8:36–39).
The following recommendation regarding the water baptismal formula is adopted; to wit: “On the confession of your faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God, and by His authority, I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost. Amen.”
Baptism in the Holy Ghost
The Baptism in the Holy Ghost and fire is a gift from God as promised by the Lord Jesus Christ to all believers in this dispensation and is received subsequent to the new birth. This experience is accompanied by the initial evidence of speaking in other tongues as the Holy Spirit Himself gives utterance (Matt. 3:11; John 14:16,17; Acts 1:8; Acts 2:38,39; Acts 19:1–7; Acts 2:1–4).
Sanctification
The Bible teaches that without holiness no man can see the Lord. We believe in the Doctrine of Sanctification as a definite, yet progressive work of grace, commencing at the time of regeneration and continuing until the consummation of salvation at Christ’s return (Heb. 12:14; 1 Thess. 5:23; 2 Peter 3:18; 2 Cor. 3:18; Phil. 3:12–14; 1 Cor. 1:30).
Divine Healing
Healing is for the physical ills of the human body and is wrought by the power of God through the prayer of faith, and by the laying on of hands. It is provided for in the atonement of Christ, and is the privilege of every member of the Church today (James 5:14,15; Mark 16:18; Isa. 53:4,5; Matt. 8:17; 1 Peter 2:24).
Resurrection of the Just and the Return of Our Lord
The angels said to Jesus’ disciples, “… This same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven.” His coming is imminent. When He comes, “… The dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air…” (Acts 1:11; 1 Thess. 4:16,17).
Following the Tribulation, He shall return to earth as King of kings, and Lord of lords, and together with His saints, who shall be kings and priests, He shall reign a thousand years (Rev. 5:10; 20:6).
Hell and Eternal Retribution
The one who physically dies in his sins without accepting Christ is hopelessly and eternally lost in the lake of fire and, therefore, has no further opportunity of hearing the Gospel or repenting. The lake of fire is literal. The terms “eternal” and “everlasting,” used in describing the duration of the punishment of the damned in the lake of fire, carry the same thought and meaning of endless existence as used in denoting the duration of joy and ecstasy of saints in the Presence of God (Heb. 9:27; Rev. 19-20).
Our Focus
Faith, Family, Fellowship, Fishers of Men
Faith, Family, Fellowship, Fishers of Men
Faith, Family, Fellowship, Fishers of Men
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20 We are all called by God into His family thru Christ Jesus, and God has
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20 We are all called by God into His family thru Christ Jesus, and God has placed each one of us in the Body of Christ as He sees fit. Our labor in Christ is to teach and reach those things God has ordained for all of us, and to one day hear, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." It's not just the pulpit ministry that God has called to serve, but every member has a divine call, grace and anointing from God to fulfil their call; and of that, we will each give an answer to the Lord as to how we lived and served Him and others. We all need each other, there's no "Big I" and "Little You" in God's Church, and we desire to see each and every person find their unique place in Christ. By gathering together in faith and reverence, we create an atmosphere for God's power and glory to be revealed. By going into the world with His power and glory, we labor with Christ to bring in the harvest of precious people He gave His life for. Whether you're single, just starting a family, or are a grandparent, we'd love to share in life with you and work for the Kingdom of God, together!
Biblical Signs and Seasons
Faith, Family, Fellowship, Fishers of Men
Faith, Family, Fellowship, Fishers of Men
According to Biblical prophecy, we are aware of the days and times we are living in, to be different from any other time; we are coming to the end of what many theologians call, The Church Age, the End of Days, the Last Days or the Dispensation of Grace. We believe Jesus will return in the air to catch the Glorious Church up to Heaven, ju
According to Biblical prophecy, we are aware of the days and times we are living in, to be different from any other time; we are coming to the end of what many theologians call, The Church Age, the End of Days, the Last Days or the Dispensation of Grace. We believe Jesus will return in the air to catch the Glorious Church up to Heaven, just before the Great Seven Year Tribulation. In order for the church to be called, Glorious, there is a deep call and cleansing upon the Church to lay aside worldly weights and sins, and to prepare for the greatest move of God's power in the Church, that has ever been seen. These things are all recorded in scripture and are upon us. We are endeavoring to have a local body that God can pour His Spirit out in, training to be both a WORD and SPIRIT church. We hunger for, and press into, the allowing of the Holy Ghost, in line with scripture, to move freely in our services and therefore, our lives. Pastor Richard and Dana's spiritual Father in the faith, Kenneth E. Hagin, prophesied the following things concerning these last days, in 1987.
"The seer shall stand on the horizon of time and see that which God has planned and know its purpose. Standing on the horizon of time, he shall look back into the realm of time and see that which the enemy has planned. Yeh, yeh, yeh saith the Lord of hosts – This is the time of restoration. This is the time of visitation, the time of fresh renewing and outpouring and so the visitation of the Lord shall be greater in these days than it was yesterday and the manifestation of His power and glory shall be 100-fold more than it was yesterday. Manifestation or supernatural miracles shall increase 100-fold more than we’ve known in the past.
Yeh, the glory of God shall be seen upon the face of many and many without a word being spoken, just looking upon the face of the man of God, shall fall down in repentance and cry out unto God. Members of that Body, enhanced by the Spirit, on fire and maintaining the glow — men and women in the world shall look upon their faces and fall down and say: “I don’t know what makes me do this.”
Yeh, the power of God shall be in manifestation and your heart shall be rejoicing and you shall be glad. And the work of God shall be consummated and many things that have been spoken even unto men of God who sit in this place and shake their heads and say: “O, that cannot be so – the work of God coming into the spirits by the women of God and men of God.” And they declared by human reasoning: “That is impossible – that cannot be so.” But, yes, saith the Lord of hosts, all things are possible to him that believes. And with Me all things are possible and the impossible shall become possible. And even many have said: “It is possible but not probable.” Yeh, even the probable shall come into manifestation and your hearts shall be made to rejoice and your spirits shall be glad and the work of God shall be enhanced and the Kingdom of God shall be advanced.
And sitting upon the horizon of times and looking not only in the realm of the spirit and seeing that which transpires in the spirit realm for the enemy goeth about as never before, knowing that his time is short. Thou shall know and thou shall share. And those who know how to pray will rise up in this hour and then intercede and the forces of darkness shall be driven back and the evil spirits and the powers of the enemy that would encroach on the things of God and the people of God would be driven back.
And so it is that the church shall stand tall in this hour and shall stand big in this hour and rejoice in His power and looking into the realm of time …not limited by time or space.
Yeh! I looked. I looked. I looked and I saw the hearts of men and, oh, they were disturbed and perplexed. And I saw a black dark cloud rise up from the eastern part of our nation, and it came out of the capital of our nation and men responded unto that darkness that arose and walked with it. And that darkness began to envelope this very land, but oh, oh, the hearts of many that know God sensed in their spirits and those of us that stand on the horizon of time shall sound forth a word of warning.
And so there shall arise the mighty ones, those called of God, separated unto Him, and they shall make intercession and the light shall shine and drive back the darkness, the evil and wicked men shall fall. And there will be those (And remember it was told unto you in advance. It was told unto you years in advance.) There shall be those in high places who will fall down dead and some shall say: “Oh, they would have made such a great leader. I cannot understand.” But those who know the voice of the Spirit shall rejoice and be glad for ye shall know the dark, that darkness, has been stayed and the hand of the enemy has been defeated.
And the Word of the Lord that is to be consummated in those few short years to come will be consummated and the work of the Lord shall be done. And so that work which shall be done in this hour and the visitation of the Spirit and that revival that is about to burst upon you shall surely come to pass, and many, many, many, (as the world would say hordes of) people shall be swept into the Kingdom. And even in places of this earth of seemingly uttermost darkness, the light shall shine in, and men and women shall rise up and exercise the authority that’s theirs on the earth.
For if two or three of you shall agree on earth in any nation, in any land, regardless of the government, regardless of the opposition and regardless of the darkness, if two of you on earth in North America, yes, in South America, yes, in Central America, yes, in Asia, yes, in Europe, yes, in Australia, yes, behind the Iron Curtain and any nation of the earth, if two of you shall agree as touching anything they shall ask, it shall be done for them by My Father which is in heaven, for whatsoever you shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven.
And remember it’s in the first heaven just above the earth where the demons and evil spirits are ruling whole nations. They must be bound (Isa 27:1-2). And whatsoever you shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven and those spirits that dominate whole nations and that dominate certain corners of this earth shall be bound and the light shall shine and the Holy Ghost shall be poured out. The revival will come and hearts and lives of men and women shall be blessed and whole nations shall be changed.
And you shall enter into a new day, a new age – not a new age as man thinks – and you shall see that there shall be a manifestation at the end of this age, a portion, a measure of power, the glory, that shall be manifested in the age to come and you approach that time now, for these are the times of refreshing from the hand of the Lord, from the presence of the Lord and the time of giving from the Hand of the Lord and the time of manifestation by the Holy Ghost and the glory of the Lord.
So rejoice and be glad – let not your hearts be sad. Neither be pessimistic, but rather, you look forward to the future with optimism, with gladness and love, for the light has shined and the glory is revealed. Thank you Lord Jesus. Glory of God."
~We do not believe God is only calling our church in Laredo to prepare for this, but we can only answer for our church; and that is we have set our hearts and eyes on the Lord to be used in His mighty plans, for this day and time.
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