what does LWITD believe?
We are a Foursquare church committed to leading people into a life-changing relationship with Jesus, equipping them to become fully devoted followers who impact the world.
Our Beliefs
BAPTISM WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT
We believe that baptism with the Holy Spirit empowers believers, and that the Holy Spirit’s incoming follows the same pattern that is described in the New Testament (Acts 2:4).
WATER BAPTISM AND THE LORD’S SUPPER
We believe that baptism by immersion in water is an outward sign of an inward work (Matt. 28:19; Rom. 6:4). We believe in commemorating the Lord’s Supper by the symbolic use of bread and fruit of the vine (1 Cor. 11:24, 25).
CHURCH RELATIONSHIP
We believe that followers of Christ have a sacred duty to identify with the visible church of Jesus Christ and should meet regularly with fellow believers (Heb. 10:24, 25).
CIVIL GOVERNMENT
We believe that laws and ordinances come from God’s ultimate authority and should be upheld, except when they are in opposition to the revealed will of God (Rom. 13:1-5).
DAILY CHRISTIAN LIFE
We believe that it is the will of God for believers to walk in progressive sanctification, growing continuously in the faith (Heb. 6:1).
DIVINE HEALING
We believe that divine healing is the power of Christ to heal the sick in answer to prayer offered in faith (Jas. 5:14-16).
EVANGELISM
We believe that the church’s primary responsibilities are taking the gospel to the entire world and making disciples (Mark 16:15; Matt. 28:19-20).
THE ETERNAL GODHEAD
We believe that God is Triune: Father, Son and Holy Spirit (2 Cor. 13:14).
THE FALL OF MAN
We believe that man is created in the image of God but, by voluntary disobedience, fell from perfection—thereby imbuing humanity with sinfulness (Rom. 5:12).
THE GIFTS AND FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT
We believe that the Holy Spirit has gifts to bestow upon Christians (1 Cor. 12:1-11) and that we should show spiritual fruit as evidence of a Spirit-filled life (Gal. 5:22-25).
HEAVEN
We believe that heaven is the glorious eternal home of born-again believers (John 14:1-3; Rev. 7:15-17).
HELL
We believe that hell is the place of eternal torment for all who reject Christ as Savior (Rev. 20:11-15).
THE HOLY SCRIPTURES
We believe that the Bible is God-inspired (2 Tim. 3:16, 17).
THE FINAL JUDGMENT
We believe every person will one day stand before the judgment seat of Christ to receive eternal life or death (Rev. 20:11-15; Heb. 9:27; 2 Cor. 5:10).
MODERATION
We believe that people who follow Christ should avoid the extremes of fanaticism and pursue lives of balance and moderation, demonstrating gentleness and patience (Phil. 4:5, KJV; Col. 3:12, 13).
THE NEW BIRTH
We believe that a genuine change takes place in people who accept Christ as Savior; believers allow Christ’s life to be lived through them (2 Cor. 5:17; Gal. 2:20).
REPENTANCE AND ACCEPTANCE
We believe that, upon sincere repentance and a wholehearted acceptance of Christ, we are justified before God (Rom. 10:8-10; 1 John 1:9).
THE PLAN OF REDEMPTION
We believe that, while we were sinners, Christ died for us—pardoning all who believe in Him (John 3:16; Rom. 5:8).
SALVATION THROUGH GRACE
We believe that we receive salvation when we come to God through faith in the atoning work of Jesus on the cross. Salvation is God’s gift to us (Eph. 2:8)..
THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST
We believe that the second coming of Christ is personal and imminent (1 Thess. 4:16, 17; Titus 2:11- 13).
THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE
We believe that it is the will of God that we daily walk in the power of the Holy Spirit (Eph. 4:30-32).
TITHES AND OFFERINGS
We believe the method ordained by God for the support and spread of His cause is giving tithes and offerings (Mal. 3:10; 2 Cor. 9:7).
Our Core Values
Love
"We love God & people"
Loyalty
"Value relationships & loyalty to one another"
Spiritual Growth
"Dedicated to His Word & Prayer"
Discipleship
"We multiply"
Generosity
"We love to Give"
Honor
"We honor God, His house & His people"
Excellence
"We work with an excellent spirit"
Walk By Faith
"We walk by faith"
Teamwork
"Together Everyone Accomplishes More"
Soul Winning
"God's heart longs for the lost"
Living Word in the Desert is part of the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel.
The Foursquare Church, founded in 1923 by evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson, is a Spirit-filled, evangelical denomination with churches in over 150 nations around the world. Rooted in the message of Jesus Christ as Savior, Baptizer with the Holy Spirit, Healer, and Soon-Coming King, Foursquare embraces both the truth of God’s Word and the power of the Holy Spirit to transform lives.What makes Foursquare unique among denominations is its balanced emphasis on the Word and the Spirit, its commitment to global evangelism, and its dedication to equipping believers for ministry. While holding firmly to biblical truth, Foursquare churches are also known for being welcoming and mission-driven—valuing unity, diversity, and the active work of the Holy Spirit in everyday life.As part of this movement, Living Word in the Desert carries forward the Foursquare mission: to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus, to equip the saints for service, and to release them to impact the world with the Gospel.