Salmos 23:1-6 NTLH
“O Senhor é o meu pastor: nada me faltará. Ele me faz descansar em pastos verdes e me leva a águas tranquilas. O Senhor renova as minhas forças e me guia por caminhos certos, como ele mesmo prometeu. Ainda que eu ande por um vale escuro como a morte, não terei medo de nada. Pois tu, ó Senhor Deus, estás comigo; tu me proteges e me diriges. Preparas um banquete para mim, onde os meus inimigos me podem ver. Tu me recebes como convidado de honra e enches o meu copo até derramar. Certamente a tua bondade e o teu amor ficarão comigo enquanto eu viver. E na tua casa, ó Senhor, morarei todos os dias da minha vida.”
A vida é repleta de fases que se alternam. Algumas trazem paz e clareza, enquanto outras nos deixam ansiosos, decepcionados ou incertos quanto ao futuro. Independentemente de onde estejamos, uma pergunta permanece: quem ou o que está conduzindo a nossa vida?
No Salmo 23, Davi responde a essa pergunta descrevendo Deus como um Pastor que cuida fielmente do Seu povo. Essa imagem nos lembra que a liderança de Deus não se baseia no controle, mas no relacionamento. Ele supre as nossas necessidades, caminha conosco pelos vales da vida e nos guia com propósito a cada passo do caminho. À medida que aprendemos a confiar na voz d’Ele acima da nossa própria voz, descobrimos que é seguindo o Pastor que encontramos a verdadeira paz.
O Pastor provê no pasto e permanece conosco no vale
O Salmo 23:1-3 começa com uma declaração pessoal: “O Senhor é o meu Pastor”. Antes de ser rei, Davi foi um pastor que compreendia que as ovelhas sobrevivem porque alguém as conduz. Por isso, ele podia afirmar com confiança: “Nada me faltará”. Sua confiança não estava no que ele possuía, mas Naquele que provia para ele.
Muitos de nós imaginamos pastagens verdes como campos vastos e abundantes, mas a realidade de Davi era bem diferente. Os pastores frequentemente conduziam suas ovelhas por terrenos rochosos, onde pequenas porções de grama estavam espalhadas pelo caminho. As ovelhas dependiam do pastor para guiá-las de um lugar de provisão para outro. Davi não descreve tanto a abundância, mas sim a provisão fiel, ensinando-nos que, ao aprendermos a confiar na condução do Pastor, descobrimos que o verdadeiro descanso não se encontra no controle das circunstâncias, mas na confiança Naquele que cuida fielmente de nós.
Quando Deus é suficiente, a necessidade perde o poder sobre a sua alma
Como você mantém os olhos no Pastor quando não consegue ver para onde Ele está te guiando?
Os vales são temporários, mas a presença de Deus é constante. Um dos detalhes mais belos desta passagem é a mudança na linguagem de Davi. Antes do vale, ele fala sobre Deus: “Ele me guia... Ele me restaura...” Mas, no vale, ele começa a falar com Deus: “Tu estás comigo”.
O vale muda o nosso vocabulário. No pasto, é fácil falar sobre Deus. No vale, aprendemos a falar com Ele. Momentos difíceis frequentemente aprofundam nossa dependência de Deus. Não precisamos temer o vale, pois sabemos quem caminha conosco. A presença do Pastor nem sempre elimina o vale, mas nos dá confiança para continuar avançando por ele.
Ao longo do Salmo 23, o Pastor está sempre conduzindo suas ovelhas a algum lugar. O objetivo do Pastor nunca foi simplesmente fazer as ovelhas atravessarem uma fase; era levá-las para casa. Cada passo da jornada aponta para a promessa final: “Habitarei na casa do Senhor para sempre”.
Na pastagem, você fala sobre Deus; no vale, você aprende a falar com Ele
Em que momento da sua vida você passou de apenas saber sobre Deus para realmente conhecê-Lo por meio de um relacionamento pessoal? O que mudou?
O Salmo 23 nos lembra que seguir a Jesus não significa evitar adversidades; trata-se de confiar no Pastor em todas as estações da vida. No pasto, aprendemos a confiar em Seu cuidado. No vale, aprendemos a confiar em Sua presença. À mesa, descobrimos que a abundância transbordante não é um sinal de Deus para partirmos, mas sim um convite para permanecermos. Cada passo da caminhada nos aproxima do Pastor. O pasto, o vale e a mesa fazem parte da jornada, mas nunca foram o destino final. O Bom Pastor sempre esteve nos conduzindo para casa.
Nesta semana, preste atenção à linguagem da sua fé.
Reflita: Suas conversas com Deus giram principalmente em torno do que você quer que Ele faça, ou estão fundamentadas em quem Ele é?
Responda: Reserve um tempo todos os dias para conversar com Deus — não apenas sobre as suas circunstâncias, mas sobre o seu coração. Permita que a oração se torne uma conversa, e não apenas um pedido.
Mude a perspectiva: Ao enfrentar um desafio nesta semana, não fale sobre Deus apenas com os outros. Fale primeiro com Deus. Peça a Ele que o lembre de que a Sua presença está com você, mesmo no vale.
Ao refletir sobre a mensagem de domingo, aqui estão algumas orações guiadas e passagens bíblicas que você pode usar ao longo da semana. Se você busca aprofundar-se nesta área específica, permita que estas palavras o envolvam, o desafiem e o encorajem em sua jornada.
Jesus, obrigado por seres o meu bom Pastor. Ensina-me a confiar na Tua direção, mesmo quando não compreendo o caminho à frente. Ajuda-me a crer que Tu proverás fielmente tudo de que necessito.
“O Senhor é o meu pastor; nada me faltará.” — Salmo 23:1
Pai, aquieta o meu coração ansioso. Quando eu me sentir tentado a lutar com as próprias forças ou a querer controlar tudo, lembra-me de que o verdadeiro descanso é encontrado ao confiar em Ti. Ajuda-me a seguir o Teu ritmo, e não o meu.
“Ele me faz repousar em verdes pastos e guia-me mansamente a águas tranquilas.” — Salmo 23:2
Senhor, obrigado porque nunca caminho sozinho. Mesmo nos momentos mais sombrios da vida, lembra-me de que a Tua presença é maior do que o meu medo e de que Tu me conduzes a cada passo do caminho.
“Ainda que eu ande pelo vale mais escuro, não temerei mal algum, pois Tu estás comigo.” — Salmo 23:4
Psalm 23:1-6 ESV
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Life is full of changing seasons. Some seasons bring peace and clarity, while others leave us feeling anxious, disappointed, or uncertain about what's ahead. No matter where we find ourselves, one question remains the same: Who or what is leading our lives?
In Psalm 23, David answers that question by describing God as a Shepherd who faithfully cares for His people. Through this picture, we're reminded that God's leadership isn't based on control but on relationship. He provides what we need, walks with us through life's valleys, and leads us with purpose every step of the way. As we learn to trust His voice above our own, we discover that following the Shepherd is where true peace is found.
The Shepherd provides in the pasture, and stays with us in the valley
Psalm 23:1-3 begins with a personal declaration: “The Lord is my Shepherd.” Before David was a king, he was a shepherd who understood that sheep survive because someone is leading them. That’s why he could confidently say, “I shall not want.” His confidence wasn’t in what he possessed, but in the One who was providing for him.
Many of us picture green pastures as wide, overflowing fields, but David’s reality looked very different. Shepherds often led their sheep through rocky terrain where small patches of grass were scattered along the way. The sheep depended on the shepherd to lead them from one place of provision to the next. David isn’t describing abundance as much as faithful provision, teaching us that as we learn to trust the Shepherd’s leading, we discover true rest isn’t found in controlling our circumstances, but in trusting the One who faithfully cares for us.
When God is enough, need loses its power over your soul
How do you keep your eyes on the Shepherd when you can’t see where He’s leading?
Valleys are temporary, but God's presence is constant. One of the most beautiful details in this passage is how David's language changes. Before the valley, he talks about God: "He leads me... He restores me..." But in the valley, he begins talking to God: "You are with me."
The valley changes our vocabulary. In the pasture, it's easy to talk about God. In the valley, we learn to talk to Him. Difficult seasons often deepen our dependence on God. We don't have to fear the valley because we know who is walking with us. The Shepherd's presence doesn't always remove the valley, but it gives us the confidence to keep moving through it.
Throughout Psalm 23, the Shepherd is always leading His sheep somewhere. The Shepherd's goal was never simply to get the sheep through a season; it was to bring them home. Every step along the journey points toward the closing promise: "I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."
In the pasture you talk about God; in the valley you learn to talk to Him.
At what point in your life did you move from simply knowing about God to truly knowing Him through a personal relationship? What changed?
Psalm 23 reminds us that following Jesus isn't about avoiding hardships; it's about trusting the Shepherd through every season. In the pasture, we learn to trust His care. In the valley, we learn to trust His presence. At the table, we discover that the overflow isn't God's signal for us to leave—it's His invitation to remain. Every step along the way draws us closer to the Shepherd. The pasture, the valley, and the table are all part of the journey, but they were never the destination. The Good Shepherd has always been leading us home.
This week, pay attention to the language of your faith.
Reflect: Are your conversations with God mostly about what you want Him to do, or are they rooted in who He is?
Respond: Set aside time each day to talk with God, not just about your circumstances, but about your heart. Let prayer become a conversation, not just a request.
Reframe: When you face a challenge this week, don’t just talk about God to others. Talk to God first. Ask Him to remind you that His presence is with you, even in the valley.
As you reflect on Sunday’s message, here are some guided prayers and scriptures you can use over the next week. If you're looking for ways to grow deeper in this specific area, let these words cover, challenge, and encourage you along the way.
Jesus, thank you for being my good shepherd. Teach me to trust your leading even when I don’t understand the path ahead. Help me believe that you will faithfully provide everything I need.
"The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." — Psalm 23:1
Father, quiet my anxious heart. When I’m tempted to strive or take control, remind me that true rest is found in trusting you. Help me follow your pace instead of my own.
"He makes me lie down in green pasture, He leads me beside quiet waters." — Psalm 23:2
Lord, thank you that I never walk alone. Even in life’s darkest moments, remind me that Your presence is greater than my fear and that You are leading me every step of the way.
"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me" — Psalm 23:4
Psalm 23:1-6 ESV
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Life is full of changing seasons. Some seasons bring peace and clarity, while others leave us feeling anxious, disappointed, or uncertain about what's ahead. No matter where we find ourselves, one question remains the same: Who or what is leading our lives?
In Psalm 23, David answers that question by describing God as a Shepherd who faithfully cares for His people. Through this picture, we're reminded that God's leadership isn't based on control but on relationship. He provides what we need, walks with us through life's valleys, and leads us with purpose every step of the way. As we learn to trust His voice above our own, we discover that following the Shepherd is where true peace is found.
The Shepherd provides in the pasture, and stays with us in the valley
Psalm 23:1-3 begins with a personal declaration: “The Lord is my Shepherd.” Before David was a king, he was a shepherd who understood that sheep survive because someone is leading them. That’s why he could confidently say, “I shall not want.” His confidence wasn’t in what he possessed, but in the One who was providing for him.
Many of us picture green pastures as wide, overflowing fields, but David’s reality looked very different. Shepherds often led their sheep through rocky terrain where small patches of grass were scattered along the way. The sheep depended on the shepherd to lead them from one place of provision to the next. David isn’t describing abundance as much as faithful provision, teaching us that as we learn to trust the Shepherd’s leading, we discover true rest isn’t found in controlling our circumstances, but in trusting the One who faithfully cares for us.
When God is enough, need loses its power over your soul
How do you keep your eyes on the Shepherd when you can’t see where He’s leading?
Valleys are temporary, but God's presence is constant. One of the most beautiful details in this passage is how David's language changes. Before the valley, he talks about God: "He leads me... He restores me..." But in the valley, he begins talking to God: "You are with me."
The valley changes our vocabulary. In the pasture, it's easy to talk about God. In the valley, we learn to talk to Him. Difficult seasons often deepen our dependence on God. We don't have to fear the valley because we know who is walking with us. The Shepherd's presence doesn't always remove the valley, but it gives us the confidence to keep moving through it.
Throughout Psalm 23, the Shepherd is always leading His sheep somewhere. The Shepherd's goal was never simply to get the sheep through a season; it was to bring them home. Every step along the journey points toward the closing promise: "I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."
In the pasture you talk about God; in the valley you learn to talk to Him.
At what point in your life did you move from simply knowing about God to truly knowing Him through a personal relationship? What changed?
Psalm 23 reminds us that following Jesus isn't about avoiding hardships; it's about trusting the Shepherd through every season. In the pasture, we learn to trust His care. In the valley, we learn to trust His presence. At the table, we discover that the overflow isn't God's signal for us to leave—it's His invitation to remain. Every step along the way draws us closer to the Shepherd. The pasture, the valley, and the table are all part of the journey, but they were never the destination. The Good Shepherd has always been leading us home.
This week, pay attention to the language of your faith.
Reflect: Are your conversations with God mostly about what you want Him to do, or are they rooted in who He is?
Respond: Set aside time each day to talk with God, not just about your circumstances, but about your heart. Let prayer become a conversation, not just a request.
Reframe: When you face a challenge this week, don’t just talk about God to others. Talk to God first. Ask Him to remind you that His presence is with you, even in the valley.
As you reflect on Sunday’s message, here are some guided prayers and scriptures you can use over the next week. If you're looking for ways to grow deeper in this specific area, let these words cover, challenge, and encourage you along the way.
Jesus, thank you for being my good shepherd. Teach me to trust your leading even when I don’t understand the path ahead. Help me believe that you will faithfully provide everything I need.
"The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." — Psalm 23:1
Father, quiet my anxious heart. When I’m tempted to strive or take control, remind me that true rest is found in trusting you. Help me follow your pace instead of my own.
"He makes me lie down in green pasture, He leads me beside quiet waters." — Psalm 23:2
Lord, thank you that I never walk alone. Even in life’s darkest moments, remind me that Your presence is greater than my fear and that You are leading me every step of the way.
"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me" — Psalm 23:4
Salmo 23:1-6 NVI
El Señor es mi pastor, nada me falta;
en verdes pastos me hace descansar.
Junto a tranquilas aguas me conduce;
me infunde nuevas fuerzas.
Me guía por sendas de justicia haciendo honor a su nombre.
Aun si voy por valles tenebrosos, no temeré ningún mal porque tú estás a mi lado;
tu vara y tu bastón me reconfortan.
Dispones ante mí un banquete en presencia de mis enemigos.
Has ungido con aceite mi cabeza; has llenado mi copa a rebosar.
Seguro estoy de que la bondad y el amor me seguirán todos los días de mi vida;
y en la casa del Señor habitaré para siempre.
La vida está llena de temporadas cambiantes. Algunas traen paz y claridad, mientras que otras nos dejan sintiéndonos ansiosos, decepcionados o inseguros sobre lo que nos espera. Sin importar en qué situación nos encontremos, una pregunta permanece constante: ¿quién o qué guía nuestras vidas?
En el Salmo 23, David responde a esa pregunta describiendo a Dios como un Buen Pastor que cuida fielmente de su pueblo. Esta imagen nos recuerda que el liderazgo de Dios no se basa en el control, sino en la relación. Él provee lo que necesitamos, camina con nosotros por los valles de la vida y nos guía con propósito a cada paso del camino. Al aprender a confiar en su voz por encima de la nuestra, descubrimos que siguiendo al Pastor es donde se encuentra la verdadera paz.
El Pastor provee en los verdes pastos y permanece con nosotros en el valle.
El Salmo 23:1-3 comienza con una declaración personal: «El Señor es mi pastor». Antes de ser rey, David fue pastor y comprendía que las ovejas sobreviven porque alguien las guía. Por eso pudo afirmar con confianza: «Nada me falta». Su confianza no residía en lo que poseía, sino en Aquel que era su Proveedor.
Muchos imaginamos los verdes pastos como campos extensos y abundantes, pero la realidad de David era muy distinta. A menudo, los pastores guiaban a sus ovejas por terrenos rocosos donde solo había pequeñas áreas de hierba dispersas por el camino. Las ovejas dependían del pastor para que las condujera de un lugar de provisión a otro. David no describe tanto la abundancia como la provisión fiel: nos enseña que, al aprender a confiar en la guía del Buen Pastor, descubrimos que el verdadero descanso no se encuentra en controlar nuestras circunstancias, sino en confiar en Aquel que cuida fielmente de nosotros.
Cuando Dios es suficiente, la necesidad pierde su poder sobre tu alma
¿Cómo haces para fijar la mirada en el Buen Pastor cuando no puedes ver hacia dónde te conduce?
Los valles son temporales, pero la presencia de Dios es constante. Uno de los detalles más hermosos de este pasaje es cómo cambia el lenguaje de David. Antes del valle, habla acerca de Dios, en tercera persona: «Él me conduce... Él me infunde...». Pero en el valle, comienza a hablar con Dios: «Tú estás a mi lado».
El valle transforma nuestro vocabulario. En los verdes pastos, es fácil hablar de Dios; en el valle, aprendemos a hablar con Él. Las etapas difíciles a menudo profundizan nuestra dependencia de Dios. No tenemos que temer al valle, porque sabemos quién camina con nosotros. La presencia del Buen Pastor no siempre hace desaparecer el valle, pero nos da la confianza para seguir atravesándolo.
A lo largo del Salmo 23, el Buen Pastor siempre está guiando a sus ovejas hacia algún lugar. El objetivo del Pastor nunca fue simplemente ayudar a las ovejas a superar una etapa, sino llevarlas a casa. Cada paso del camino apunta hacia la promesa final: «en la casa del Señor, habitaré para siempre».
En los verdes pastos, hablas de Dios. En el valle, aprendes a hablar con Dios.
¿En qué momento de tu vida pasaste de simplemente saber acerca de Dios a conocerlo verdaderamente a través de una relación personal? ¿Qué cambió?
El Salmo 23 nos recuerda que seguir a Jesús no se trata de evitar las adversidades, sino de confiar en el Buen Pastor en cada etapa del camino. En los verdes pastos, aprendemos a confiar en su cuidado. En el valle, a confiar en su presencia. En la mesa, descubrimos que la copa que rebosa no es una señal de Dios para que nos marchemos, sino su invitación a quedarnos. Cada paso del camino nos acerca más al Buen Pastor. Los verdes pastos, el valle y la mesa forman parte de la travesía, pero nunca fueron el destino final; el Buen Pastor siempre nos ha estado guiando a casa.
Esta semana, presta atención al lenguaje de tu fe.
Reflexiona: Tus conversaciones con Dios ¿tratan principalmente sobre lo que quieres que Él haga? ¿O se fundamentan en quién es Él?
Responde: Dedica tiempo cada día a hablar con Dios, no solo de tus circunstancias, sino también de tu corazón. Haz que la oración sea una conversación, no simplemente una petición.
Reencuadra: Cuando enfrentes un desafío esta semana, no te limites a hablar de Dios con los demás. Habla primero con Dios. Pídele que te recuerde que su presencia está contigo, incluso en el valle.
Mientras reflexionas sobre el mensaje del domingo, aquí tienes algunas oraciones guiadas y pasajes bíblicos que puedes usar durante la semana. Si buscas maneras de profundizar en un área específica, deja que estas palabras te cubran, te desafíen y te animen en tu camino.
Jesús, gracias por ser mi Buen Pastor. Enséñame a confiar en tu guía, aun cuando no comprenda el camino que tengo por delante. Ayúdame a creer que proveerás fielmente todo lo que necesito.
"El Señor es mi pastor, nada me falta." — Salmo 23:1
Padre, calma mi corazón ansioso. Cuando me sienta tentado a luchar con mis propias fuerzas o a tomar el control, recuérdame que el verdadero descanso se encuentra en confiar en ti. Ayúdame a seguir tu ritmo en lugar del mío.
"En verdes pastos me hace descansar. Junto a tranquilas aguas me conduce." — Salmo 23:2
Señor, gracias porque nunca camino solo. Aun en los momentos más oscuros de la vida, recuérdame que Tu presencia es mayor que mi miedo y que Tú me guías a cada paso del camino.
"Aun si voy por valles tenebrosos, no temeré ningún mal porque tú estás a mi lado" — Salmo 23:4
John 20:30-31 NIV
Jesus performed many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.
Additional Scripture References: John 20:30; Mark 6:45-50; Exodus 14:15-30; Mark 10:46-52; John 6:14-15; Deuteronomy 18:15; Mark 4:39; John 16:7; Mark 6:51; Exodus 3:14; John 14; John 12
We live in a world obsessed with signs — a world chasing power, craving outcomes without relationship, and wanting results without the One from whom true power comes. The Gospel of John speaks directly into that hunger. John intentionally highlights seven feasts Jesus attends, seven signs He performs, and seven “I am” statements — not so we would merely marvel at miracles or moments, but so we would recognize who Jesus truly is. Every feast, every sign, and every statement points beyond itself to reveal that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. John’s purpose is not simply that we would believe Jesus can make the impossible possible, but that through believing in Him we would have life.
Signs and wonders are not the point. Jesus is the point.
John doesn't call them miracles; he calls them signs. And that distinction matters more than most people realize. Every sign Jesus performs in the Gospel of John is meant to show you who He is. John records just 7 signs, and he's intentional about every single one. Water into wine. Healing at a distance. A paralytic restored. Five thousand fed. Walking on water. Sight given to a man born blind. Lazarus rose from the dead. Seven signs, seven different dimensions of who Jesus is. He's not just a miracle worker. He's the God of transformation, restoration, provision, and resurrection — all in one person.
The name of Jesus is all the power you need
What is a miracle, big or small, you have seen God do in your life?
Jesus is all-powerful, and He invites us to bring every need, burden, and prayer to Him. But if we only seek Jesus for what He can do, we may slowly come to view Him more as a problem-solver than as a Savior. Without realizing it, we can start chasing experiences instead of pursuing a relationship with Him.
Jesus invites us into something far greater than simply witnessing signs and wonders. He invites us into a lifelong relationship with Him. The greatest miracle is not just what Jesus can do for us, but that we get to know Him personally and walk with Him daily.
Don’t just talk about signs and wonders, talk to The One who does them
Have you ever asked God for something and He responded in a completely different way than you expected? What did this teach you about who God is?
Every sign points to Jesus. Every miracle has a message. They are all pointing to the same person and saying the same thing: He is God, He is here, and He is not finished. It is easy to set our eyes on the miracles or signs, rather than on Him, but the invitation to follow Him is bigger than a miracle story. It is an invitation to know the miracle worker. To anchor to His presence, not just His provision. To recognize that any circumstance you may be facing does not change who He is, it does not slow Him down, and it does not cancel what He has already spoken over your life. The same God who spoke creation into existence, parted a sea, fed a multitude, and walked on water is the same God who is present with you right now. He is not a God who was. He is the I AM.
The signs are still pointing. The question is whether we are following where they lead — past the miracle, past the outcome, past the circumstance, all the way to Jesus. And whether in the middle of whatever storm we are walking through, we are anchored to His presence and His word over our lives.
Reflect: Where have you been more focused on what you need God to do rather than on who God is? Be honest about whether you have been chasing the miracle more than the miracle worker.
Respond: Identify one area of your life where the noise of the storm has drowned out what God has already spoken. Write it down. Pray over it this week and choose to hold onto His word over your circumstances.
Reframe: When you are in the middle of the storm, stop asking "where is God in this storm?" and start declaring "the I AM is here." He is not absent, He is not slow, and He is not surprised. He is walking toward you on the very thing that has been trying to take you under.
As you reflect on Sunday’s message, here are some guided prayers and scriptures you can use over the next week. If you're looking for ways to grow deeper in this specific area, let these words cover, challenge, and encourage you along the way.
1. Prayer for Trust in the Storm
Jesus, when life feels overwhelming, and we are filled with so much uncertainty, help me remember that you are always in control and can calm the storms within me or around me. Teach me to trust your voice even when the waves are loud, and I feel like I’m drowning.
“Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid” — Mark 6:50
2. Prayer for Peace
Heavenly Father, calm every fear and anxiety in my heart. Remind me that what overwhelms me is already beneath Your feet.
“Peace! Be still!” — Mark 4:39
3. Prayer for an Increase in Faith
God, remove every limit I’ve placed on You. Expand my expectations and remind me that You still do the impossible today.
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. — Hebrews 13:8
Ecclesiastes 2:1-11
I said to myself, “Come now, I will test you with pleasure to find out what is good.” But that also proved to be meaningless. “Laughter,” I said, “is madness. And what does pleasure accomplish?” I tried cheering myself with wine, and embracing folly—my mind still guiding me with wisdom. I wanted to see what was good for people to do under the heavens during the few days of their lives. I undertook great projects: I built houses for myself and planted vineyards. I made gardens and parks and planted all kinds of fruit trees in them. I made reservoirs to water groves of flourishing trees. I bought male and female slaves and had other slaves who were born in my house. I also owned more herds and flocks than anyone in Jerusalem before me. I amassed silver and gold for myself, and the treasure of kings and provinces. I acquired male and female singers, and a harem as well—the delights of a man’s heart. I became greater by far than anyone in Jerusalem before me. In all this, my wisdom stayed with me. I denied myself nothing my eyes desired; I refused my heart no pleasure. My heart took delight in all my labor, and this was the reward for all my toil. Yet when I surveyed all that my hands had done and what I had toiled to achieve, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind; nothing was gained under the sun.
Additional Scripture References: Romans 6:1-2, 1 Kings 3:7-9, Ecclesiastes 2:10, James 1:2, John 15:11, Nehemiah 8:10, Psalm 16:11, Matthew 5:3-11, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
We live in a world that tells us pleasure is the highest good. If it feels good, chase it. If it makes you happy, it must be right. But Solomon, the wisest and wealthiest man who ever lived, ran that experiment all the way to the end. The problem isn’t that pleasure exists. God invented it. The problem is what happens when a good thing replaces the God thing. What we’re really looking for isn’t another moment of happiness, it’s something that holds. Something steady. And that kind of joy is only found in the presence of God.
Pleasure is meant to point to God, not replace God.
Nobody tells you this about when — the moment you arrive, it becomes then. Then I had that. Then I got there. And now you need a new “when.” We've all filled in the sentence: "I'll be happy when…" And most of us have already passed a previous version of it. We got there. It was good for a minute, and then the line moved.
The problem is that happiness was never designed to carry that kind of weight. It's a feeling, and feelings are like the weather. They change without warning and without your permission. What satisfied you yesterday won't satisfy you today, and what satisfies you today won't be enough tomorrow.
Feelings make great passengers… but they make terrible pilots.
What's something you chased for a long time that, once you got it, didn't feel the way you thought it would?
Solomon chased after everything he thought would bring him true satisfaction, and for a fleeting moment, it might have worked. But in the end, he called it "vapor." It felt real, yet it vanished just as quickly. This captures the essence of pleasure: you can savor it, but you can't hold onto it. The more you pursue it, the more it slips through your fingers, leaving you longing for something more. What once seemed like enough gradually falls short. Pleasure itself isn't the enemy; after all, God designed it for our joy. The real danger arises when we allow a good thing to take God’s rightful place in our lives.
Pleasure is borrowed. Joy is owned.
What's something good in your life that might be quietly taking God's seat? What would it look like to enjoy it without depending on it?
Philosophies like hedonism, the idea that pleasure is the highest good, and antinomianism, the belief that grace removes the need for obedience, ultimately fall short. They center our lives around what feels good in the moment, but those things are always changing. As Solomon shows us, chasing pleasure is a meaningless pursuit. Not because pleasure is wrong, but because it was never meant to be ultimate. It’s fleeting, and it cannot carry the weight of our lives. But the joy of the Lord is different. It doesn’t fade or shift with circumstances. When God becomes our pursuit, His joy becomes our foundation. It’s not based on what’s happening around us, but a deep, steady contentment formed within us.
Identify the vapor in your life, the thing you keep reaching for that keeps shifting, and honestly surrender it. Choose this week to pursue presence over pleasure.
Reflect: What “when” have you been chasing? Write it down.
Respond: Choose one concrete habit this week to pursue God’s presence over a pleasure that’s been taking His seat, whether that’s a daily scripture, a pause before scrolling, or a conversation you’ve been avoiding.
Reframe: Replace the internal script “I’ll be happy when…” with “In His presence is fullness of joy.” Let that be the sentence you return to when the vapor promises start talking.
1. Prayer for Clarity and Conviction
God, show me anything in my life that has taken Your place. Help me see it clearly and surrender it to You.
“Search me, God, and know my heart…” — Psalm 139:23
2. Prayer for freedom from chasing what doesn’t satisfy
Lord, break the cycle of chasing things that don’t satisfy. Teach me to come to You instead.
“Why spend… on what does not satisfy?” — Isaiah 55:2
3. Prayer for a deeper joy rooted in His presence
Jesus, fill me with Your joy, not temporary happiness. Let my heart be rooted in Your presence.
“In your presence there is fullness of joy…” — Psalm 16:11
John 3:1-8
Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs you are doing, if God were not with him.” Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” “How can someone be born when they are old?” Nicodemus asked. “Surely they cannot enter a second time into their mother’s womb to be born!” Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You must be born again.’ The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit.”
Additional Scripture References: Matthew 11:28-30, John 1:12-13, John 6:35
Imagine searching for something without knowing what it looks like… impossible, right? When it comes to our life, that’s what happens when we search for hope, peace, and purpose in all the wrong places. Even when you think you are searching in the right places, for example hitting your goals, or keeping your New Year’s resolutions, you soon realize that also can leave you feeling empty. Much like Nicodemus who could’ve been considered an influencer in 2025. He had wealth, power, and influence, yet he still felt empty and confused. His curiosity, though, led him to Jesus and it was when he truly found what he was seeking. And that is because real transformation isn’t about what we accomplish, but who we become in Christ.
Why not let your curiosity lead you to Christ?
Like Nicodemus, many of us believe striving for perfection will fulfill us, but Jesus reminds us we don’t need more rules, effort, or self-help. What we need is surrender. When we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior and surrender our lives to Him, we are born again. Being born again is not about improving ourselves, but allowing the Spirit of God to make us new.
You don’t need a second chance, you need a second birth
What’s one area of your life where you need to stop striving and start surrendering?
Ever felt as if you have more questions than you do answers? Nicodemus did too, he came to Jesus at night and in the dark, full of questions and doubts. Instead of turning him away, Jesus welcomed him. This was the perfect opportunity for him to show up as he was and believe. While Nicodemus couldn’t wrap his head around the idea of being “born again”, Jesus reminds us that having faith isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about trusting the One who does. Jesus invites us to step into the light and believe, even when we’re still figuring things out.
Every tree that bears fruit goes through a bare season.
How has being in a crew helped you apply the principles of remaining planted?
Nicodemus approached Jesus with a statement, but Jesus knew he had questions. Jesus is not offended by our questions or doubts. He is here to clarify them. May we allow our curiosity to draw us near to Christ. Peace, hope, purpose, and the thing we are all striving for at the beginning of the year, are not found in a thing or in doing something, but found in a person. Peace, hope, and purpose are found through conversion and surrender to Jesus. As we surrender to him may we step boldly into a relationship with Him.
As you begin this new year, reflect on where you’ve been striving to find fulfillment or your identity. Bring your questions, doubts, and curiosity to Jesus. Let this be the year you step out of the darkness and fully surrender to His light. Go public with your faith — share your story, invite someone to church, and trust God with the next step in your journey.
Hebrews 11:6-7 NIV
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that is in keeping with faith.
Additional Scripture References: Romans 10:9; Matthew 24:37; Genesis 6:11-12; Genesis 6:8; Genesis 6:14-16; Psalm 111:10
Noah faced a true test of faith and obedience when God asked him to build an ark in a place without rain. Noah could have doubted, but instead sought the Lord righteously, and followed His instructions fearfully. Committed to his call, he put aside the fear of man and the corrupted environment around him. What seemed impossible and ludicrous to the people of that time became possible because of a man who believed, sought, and feared God. Like Noah, we need to put God above it all, allowing our belief to lead us to hear and obey him.
Seek God above all things
Noah didn’t have South Beach, dating apps, or a 24-hour news cycle — wasn’t it easier for him to believe and have faith? The truth is Noah lived in a time of deep corruption, filled with people fixated on finding pleasure for themselves. Sound familiar?
But Noah decided to be different. He not only believed in God but he sought Him. Noah approached God and in His presence heard His voice. Even if it didn’t make sense to others he decided God was above all the doubts and fears. Noah’s obedience to God saved his family. When we take our faith from thought to action, God is pleased with us.
On the boat called Faith, we are not called to be floaters, we are called to be seekers
Share a time when you felt God told you to do something, and you followed through with it. What did you take away from that experience?
We have been taught Fear vs Faith. But what if Noah is showing us it's both? Faith in God AND Fear of God are what motivate us to be the men and women that He has called us to be. It must have been challenging to follow what seemed to be an impossible calling, but through Noah’s obedience and proximity to the Lord, we see a difference between Holy Fear and Manly Fear. Noah feared God instead of man’s opinion, and when we do the same we are able to move in faith and fulfill God’s call.
As we draw near to God, He draws near to us
How can you cultivate a healthy fear of God?
Noah stands as a true example of faith that pleases God. By believing and seeking God continually, Noah was able to be obedient despite challenges and ultimately fulfill his calling. The church is the present-day Ark. God is using it to save and guide His people towards eternal life. No matter where you are today, God’s promises rise above it all. Whether working towards believing, putting faith into action, or persevering in faithfulness we are all contributing to what God is building. Believe, but also seek. Hear, but also obey.
Take time this week to reflect on what areas of your life you’re operating in fear of man not fear of God. Share with a trusted friend and commit to putting God first.
Efesios 3:20-21 NVI
Al que puede hacer muchísimo más que todo lo que podamos imaginarnos o pedir, por el poder que obra eficazmente en nosotros, ¡a él sea la gloria en la iglesia y en Cristo Jesús por todas las generaciones, por los siglos de los siglos! Amén.
Referencias bíblicas adicionales: Juan 11:32; Job 13:15; Juan 11:5; Mateo 14:31
La vida a menudo no cumple con nuestras expectativas, lo que nos lleva a la frustración y la decepción. Podemos esperar un resultado, pero encontrarnos con algo completamente diferente, lo que crea una brecha entre lo que esperábamos y lo que experimentamos. Esta brecha puede llevarnos a cuestionar a Dios, nuestra fe y nuestra esperanza. Pero a través de historias como la de Lázaro y Job, aprendemos que Dios no se dedica a cumplir expectativas, sino a superarlas.
El poder de Dios para actuar supera nuestra capacidad de pedir
La fe crece a través de la esperanza y la confianza en el tiempo de Dios. Las expectativas positivas pueden alimentar la fe, mientras que las expectativas no cumplidas pueden llevar a la decepción. A menudo, esperamos algo específico de Dios, pero nos encontramos limitándolo a un solo resultado en particular. Cuando no lo vemos actuar tal como esperábamos, podemos sentirnos frustrados y decepcionados: ¿dónde estaba Dios? La verdad es que Dios siempre está trabajando. Puede que no siempre lo veamos actuar o entendamos su plan, pero Él tiene algo más grande en mente.
Si Dios siempre cumpliera con tus expectativas, ¿cómo podría superarlas?
¿En qué ámbitos de tu vida estás esperando que Dios se manifieste? ¿Cómo puedes actuar desde la fe en el presente mientras esperas por el futuro?
La historia de Job es un poderoso ejemplo de cómo soportar el dolor y la desilusión sin perder la fe. Incluso en su sufrimiento, Job declaró: “Aunque él me mate, en él esperaré”. A pesar de la inmensa pérdida, siguió confiando en Dios, lo que nos muestra que nuestra esperanza puede permanecer, incluso en medio de la lucha. La perseverancia es la capacidad de confiar en que Dios está obrando, incluso cuando no podemos verlo.
Podemos decir: “Dios, no entiendo todo, pero confío en ti en todo”
¿Cómo ha fortalecido una temporada difícil tu apreciación por las bendiciones de Dios?
Posiblemente, la mayor fuente de frustración en la vida son las expectativas incumplidas. La diferencia entre lo que esperábamos y lo que experimentamos a menudo nos lleva a dejar de esperar. Pero hay una invitación a la fe en medio de la frustración. No reduzcas tus expectativas; aumenta tu fe. Dale a Dios algo que pueda superar. Dios puede hacerlo, la pregunta es: ¿puedes creerlo?
Identifica los ámbitos en los que puedes estar limitando a Dios al esperar un resultado específico. Practica encontrar la gratitud celebrando las pequeñas cosas.
Ephesians 3:20-21 NKJV
Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen.
Additional Scripture References: John 11:32; Job 13:15; John 11:5; Matthew 14:31
Life often doesn't meet our expectations, leading to frustration and disappointment. We may hope for one outcome, only to be met with something entirely different, creating a gap between what we expected and what we experienced. This gap can lead us to question God, our faith, and our hope. But through stories like that of Lazarus and Job, we learn that God isn’t in the business of just meeting expectations, He’s in the business of exceeding them.
God’s power to perform exceeds our ability to ask
Faith grows through hope and trusting God’s timing. Positive expectations can fuel faith, while unmet expectations can lead to disappointment. Often, we expect something specific from God but find ourselves limiting Him to only a particular outcome. When we don’t see Him come through just as we expected, we can find ourselves frustrated and disappointed — where was God? The truth is, God is always at work. We may not always see Him moving, or understand His plan, but He has something greater in mind.
If God always met your expectations, how could He ever exceed them?
What areas of your life are you waiting for God to show up? How can you operate from faith in the present as you hope for the future?
Job’s story is a powerful example of enduring pain and disappointment without losing faith. Even in his suffering, Job declared, “Though He slay me, yet will I hope in Him.” Despite the immense loss, he continued to trust God, showing us that our hope can remain, even in the midst of struggle. Endurance is the ability to trust that God is working, even when we can’t see it.
We can say: “God, I don’t understand everything but I trust you in everything”
How has a difficult season strengthened your appreciation for God’s blessings?
Possibly the greatest source of frustration in life is unmet expectations. The difference between what we expected versus what we experienced often leads us to stop expecting. But there’s an invitation of faith amidst the frustration. Don’t lower your expectations; lift your faith. Give God something to exceed. God can do it, the question is: can you believe it?
Identify areas where you may be limiting God by expecting a specific outcome. Practice finding gratitude by celebrating the little things.
Judges 16:4-6
Some time later, he fell in love with a woman in the Valley of Sorek whose name was Delilah. The rulers of the Philistines went to her and said, “See if you can lure him into showing you the secret of his great strength and how we can overpower him so we may tie him up and subdue him. Each one of us will give you eleven hundred shekels of silver.” So Delilah said to Samson, “Tell me the secret of your great strength and how you can be tied up and subdued.”
Additional Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 10:13; James 4:7; 2 Timothy 2:22; Luke 22:46; Genesis 3:13; Hosea 10:13-14; James 1:26; 1 John 1:7-9; Proverbs 26:28-20; Matthew 18:6; Proverbs 28:10; Titus 3:3-7; Romans 12:1-2
As fishing lures are used to bait the fish, temptation lures us to fall in its trap. No one is exempt from being tempted. Our fallen human nature desires the things of the flesh. Daily our mind and thoughts are given an invitation to engage in such things like lust, envy, greed, pride and so much more. But we have been given free will to decide whether to take on this invitation or not. When facing temptation you can resist and run.
Temptation is manageable; you can opt in or out
Temptation is the enticement of our flesh. Trials are circumstances or events that challenge us. We need a strategy when dealing with both. We are called to persist and walk through trials, but we are called to resist and walk away from temptation.
Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. — James 4:7
It’s not just what we run away from, but who we run towards
How does understanding that temptation is common to all mankind change our perspective on our personal struggles?
Samson gave into temptation instead of resisting and fleeing from it. Because of this he was deceived by Delilah to the point of delusion, becoming his own worst enemy. Being deceived is believing a lie was true. Being delusional is believing a lie to be true in spite of evidence that shows the contrary.
The rich are wise in their own eyes; one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are. — Proverbs 28:10
Discernment is not knowing the difference between right and wrong. It is knowing the difference between right and almost right. — Charles Spurgeon
Reflect on times when you were deluded by chasing temporary highs or worldly pleasures. What helped you recognize the emptiness in them?
We don’t compromise a relationship with God, we lay everything down and pick up our cross to follow Him. Temptation is often a result of our own desires, not just external forces. While the flesh has a will, God's purpose for us is greater. To live a pure life, we need a clear vision of what that looks like and must resist temptation, becoming stronger each time we do. The strategy when undergoing spiritual battles is in our daily walk with Jesus. Temptation requires resistance, while trials require persistence.
Reflect on your life and past decisions, and ask yourself honestly: Where does temptation occur? When does temptation occur? Who are you with when temptation occurs? What things are deceiving me? Is there anything that I've become delusional to? Once you’ve answered these questions, decide to break free from the temptations that lead you away from Him and interfere with your spiritual walk.
Acts 2:42-47 NIV
They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
As a church, we’ve spent the last few months journeying through the Book of Acts. There’s something powerful about staying in one book of the Bible for an extended period. More than a building, the church is a group of believers who are committed to following the way of Jesus. We stand on the shoulders of the early church, walking the path they established long ago. As we reflect on this collection, there are two main themes we’ve uncovered week after week: encountering Jesus and telling others what we’ve seen.
The church was not our idea — the church is God’s plan.
You know those experiences in life that are just too good to put into words? This is what it’s like to follow Jesus. When Jesus was on earth, his invitation to his disciples was simple but significant: “Come and see.” They witnessed things too good to describe – healings, miracles, signs, and wonders took place not only while Jesus was on earth, but even after He ascended to heaven. We may be living in 2024, but the same invitation still stands. Jesus is always inviting us to come and see for ourselves.
There should be evidence of your encounters.
How can we make room in our lives to experience God more fully?
When the disciples saw what life was like with Jesus, they didn’t keep it to themselves. Their response was to go and tell others what they experienced. In fact, many of them dedicated their lives to sharing the Gospel. This is how we continue building the church today – by sharing our story of how God continues to transform us, advocate for us, and move on our behalf.
Our testimonies are part of the story God is writing.
How can we model the disciples’ dedication to share the Gospel in our own lives?
The last several weeks in this collection have been an adventure. We’ve studied forgiveness, seen miracles, discovered community, and so much more. Jesus charged us with the mission to be His witnesses, taking His message to the ends of the earth. A witness is someone who tells what they saw, heard, and experienced. If we want to be used by God, we must know Him first – a great encounter is what leads to a great witness. There is no greater privilege than knowing Jesus and no greater honor than telling others what we’ve seen.
Spend time this week reflecting on how this collection of talks has impacted you. Journal through these questions:
These nights are more than meetings, they are moments to encourage, train, and connect as one location. Moments to build strength because the strength of our church depends on the strength of our teams. Team Night isn’t just for a specific team or department, it’s for our locations to come together as one cohesive team and move forward as one.
Team Night is happening on Wednesday, July 29th at each of our locations starting at 7:00 PM! Sign up for your location below:
SoMi | City | Miami Gardens | Design District | South Beach
This back-to-school season, we have the opportunity to show up for our city in a meaningful way. On Saturday, August 1st, we’re hosting a Back to School Bash at the Samuel K. Johnson Youth Center, located inside Charles Hadley Park. It’s a chance to serve local families by distributing backpacks filled with school supplies and making sure every student feels seen, supported, and ready to start the year with confidence.
Donate — Fill backpacks for families in need for the school year. You can purchase supplies locally and bring them to VOUS Miami Gardens or donate online.
Serve — Help host our annual Back To School Bash for families in our community: distribute backpacks, check in guests, and serve our city during a morning of fun and games.
Interested in leading a crew in SZN 3 2026? Click here to fill out an application!
Join us every Wednesday at VOUS Miami Gardens and VOUS Design District in the Prayer Room for an incredible hour of prayer from 12PM to 1PM. Make it part of your weekly rhythm!
VOUS Design District | 77 NE 40th St
VOUS Miami Gardens | 17801 NW Second Ave
If someone in your Crew needs care, we want to come alongside you. Our Care Response Team is designed to equip you to walk with people in different seasons of their life. Our team is committed to celebrating life’s best moments with you and offering support through its hardest ones.
We would love to come around you for the following life events:
Please submit a request at vouschurch.com/care-crews.
VOUS SoMi
10:00AM / 12:00PM / 6PM
VOUS City
10:00AM / 12:00PM / 6PM
VOUS Miami Gardens
8:30AM / 10:00AM / 12:00PM
VOUS Design District
8:30AM / 10:00AM / 12:00PM
Church Online
10:00AM / 12:00PM / 5PM Español
Growth Track
After every service, or join online at vouschurch.com/grow.
Estas noches son más que reuniones: son momentos para animarnos, capacitarnos y conectarnos como sede. Momentos para fortalecernos porque la fuerza de nuestra iglesia depende de la fuerza de nuestros equipos. Team Night no es solo para un equipo o un departamento específicos: es para que nuestras sedes se reúnan como un equipo cohesivo para avanzar a una.
Team Night será el miércoles 29 de julio en cada sede ¡a partir de las 7:00 PM! Inscríbete para la reunión de tu sede a continuación:
SoMi | City | Miami Gardens | Design District | South Beach
En este regreso a clases, tenemos la oportunidad de hacernos presentes en nuestra ciudad de una manera significativa. El sábado 1 de agosto, estamos organizando la Fiesta del regreso a clases en el centro Samuel K. Johnson Youth Center, ubicado en Charles Hadley Park. Es nuestra oportunidad para servir a las familias de la comunidad distribuyendo mochilas con útiles escolares y asegurándonos de que cada estudiante se sienta respaldado, tenido en cuenta y listo para empezar el año escolar con confianza.
Dona — Prepara las mochilas para las familias necesitadas para este año lectivo. Puedes comprar los útiles y traerlos a VOUS Miami Gardens o hacer una donación en línea.
Sirve — Ayúdanos en la Fiesta del regreso a clases, nuestro evento anual para las familias de la comunidad, a distribuir mochilas, registrar a los invitados, y servir a la ciudad en esta mañana especial llena de juegos y diversión.
¿Te interesa liderar un crew en SZN 3 2026? ¡Haz clic aquí para llenar la solicitud!
Acompáñanos todos los miércoles en VOUS Miami Gardens y VOUS Design District en la Sala de oración para una hora increíble de oración, de 12PM a 1PM. ¡Hazlo parte de tu ritmo semanal!
VOUS Design District | 77 NE 40th St
VOUS Miami Gardens | 17801 NW Second Ave
Si alguien en tu Crew necesita cuidado o apoyo, queremos caminar contigo. Nuestro Care Response Team está diseñado para equiparte mientras acompañas a personas en diferentes temporadas de sus vidas.
Nuestro equipo está comprometido a celebrar contigo los mejores momentos de la vida y ofrecer apoyo en los más difíciles.
Nos encantaría acompañarte en los siguientes eventos de vida:
Por favor envía tu solicitud en vouschurch.com/care-crews.
VOUS SoMi
10:00AM / 12:00PM / 6PM
VOUS City
10:00AM / 12:00PM / 6PM
VOUS Miami Gardens
8:30AM / 10:00AM / 12:00PM
VOUS Design District
8:30AM / 10:00AM / 12:00PM
Iglesia Online
10:30AM / 12:30PM / 5PM Español
Growth Track
Después de cada servicio, o únete a la versión en línea en vouschurch.com/grow.
VOUS SoMi
10h / 12h / 18h
VOUS City
10h / 12h / 18h
VOUS Miami Gardens
8h30 / 10h / 12h
VOUS Design District
8h30 / 10h / 12h
Igreja Online
10h / 12h / 17h Espanhol
Após cada serviço ou inscreva-se online em vouschurch.com/grow.
We are thrilled to have our 4th ever VOUS High Camp in 2 weeks!
In 2025 we saw over 350 students attend, 90 students give their lives to Jesus and 90+ signed up for baptism.
We will have sessions with worship, messages, camp games, late nights, beach, swimming pool and so much more.
VOUS High Camp | Mon, July 20 – Thurs, July 23, 2026 | Eckerd College
VOUS High Camp ticket sales CLOSE this upcoming Sunday, July 12th.
Sunday, July 26th we’re taking over the SoMi + City 6PM services for Camp Nite!
We’re going to have worship, a word, baptisms and reflections on all God did at Camp.
This is the place to be post Camp, bring all your family and friends!
No RSVP needed, just come hang!
If you’re in 6th, 7th or 8th Grade, sit with us for VOUS Junior High service this Sunday! We meet in the main auditorium for worship and then dismiss to our own space for service. There we have an ice breaker, announcements, a message and small groups just for you!
VOUS SoMi | 10AM & 12PM
VOUS City | 10AM & 12PM
VOUS Miami Gardens | 8:30AM & 10AM
No RSVP needed, just come hang!
Sit with us for service at VOUS High UpFront this Sunday! We hang out and then go into service and sit UpFront in a reserved section just for VOUS High. Let’s take over and make it the best service!
VOUS SoMi & VOUS City | 5:30PM for the 6PM service
VOUS Miami Gardens | 9:30AM for the 10AM service
No RSVP needed, just come hang!
Our Summer VOUS High Nite is happening Wednesday, September 2nd! It’s going to be a special one: our first VHN of the new school year. There’s going to be food, games, worship and more! RSVP and invite a friend. We can’t wait to see you!
VOUS SoMi @ One City Church & VOUS Miami Gardens
VOUSCon is right around the corner, and we want to give you the opportunity to bless members in your crew with a code for a $100 VOUSCon ticket.
Here’s how it works: nominate TWO people from your crew who you feel would truly benefit from being at VOUSCon.
Fill out this form with your recipient’s information this week so we can send them instructions on how to get the discount code for the ticket.
Our team is already preparing for SZN 3 2026 of Crews! Please fill out your Crew Update Form by Monday, August 3rd so we can be the best prepared for a great SZN 3 2026!
Click here for the Crew Update Form.
