Ezekiel 16:6-7 NIV
“ ‘Then I passed by and saw you kicking about in your blood, and as you lay there in your blood I said to you, “Live!” I made you grow like a plant of the field.’”
When someone has a serious wound, it’s not enough to just stop the bleeding. Healing must also take place so that the injured person can get up and move forward. The same goes for our father wounds: once we confront our pain not only does God heal us, He blesses us. When we see the blessings in our battle scars, we are able to interrupt the negative patterns, and pass down a positive legacy to the future generations.
It's not just about stopping the bleeding, but starting the blessing
Your presence is your greatest present, and how you show up forms the people around you. When you care about pouring into the lives of others, you will be a blessing to them.
The desire of a father’s heart is to bless their child. God is blessing you, but sometimes we aren’t able to recognize it because we’re looking for a blessing that is appealing to the world. His blessings are not limited to health, wealth or wisdom. Being blessed means being prepared for the glorious things He has for us. You’re blessed because God gave you an identity and He called you His child.
When you feel like you have nothing left in you, you can call out to your heavenly father. Even if you haven’t read the Word, taken part in communion, or served His house, God will not disqualify you. That’s because His grace is not anchored in your performance. While these things are all critical to our growth and sanctification as Christians, surrendering our lives by calling out “Abba, Father!” is where the journey of faith begins for all believers.
If you’re at a place of desperation where you’re calling out “Abba, Father!” you’re in good company. From the Old and New Testament saints to Christians today, we do not find Jesus through our performance. We find Him when we reach the end of ourselves. If you have not surrendered your life to Jesus or you once did and want to recommit your life to Him, make that life changing decision today. Your Abba Father is waiting for you with open arms.
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:
+ Marriages
+ Births
+ Deaths
+ Hospitalizations/Illness
Please submit a request at vouschurch.com/requestcare
Saying yes to Jesus marks a brand new beginning. Baptism is your next step. It's how you go public with your faith and celebrate the new life God has given you. The past is behind you, and a fresh future is ahead. This is your moment. We are having baptisms this Sunday, July 27th, across all of our locations, and on the beach.
To sign up for baptisms, please click here.
This back-to-school season, we have the opportunity to show up for our city in a meaningful way. On Saturday, August 2, 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 to a VOUS Location 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.
When: Saturday, August 2nd
Where: Samuel K. Johnson Youth Center
Address: 4900 NW 12th Ave, Miami, FL 33127
Team Rally: 10:20AM
Starting Sunday, August 3rd, we will be moving to brand new service times at all of our locations!
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
The countdown is on! If you're ready to take your next step in ministry, leadership, or higher education, now is the time to apply. VOUS College application deadline is July 31st for both our degree-seeking and leadership programs. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a life-changing semester. Start your journey at vouscollege.com/apply.
VOUS SoMi
8:45AM / 10:30AM / 12:30PM / 6PM
VOUS City
10:30AM / 12:30PM / 6PM
VOUS Miami Gardens
8:45AM / 10:30AM / 12:30PM
VOUS Design District
10:30AM / 12:30PM
Church Online
10:30AM / 12:30PM / 5PM Español
Growth Track
After every service or join online at vouschurch.com/growthtrack