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After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. 3 His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. 4 And there appeared before them Elijah and Moses, who were talking with Jesus. 5 Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” 6 (He did not know what to say, they were so frightened.) 7 Then a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!” 8 Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus.
REFERENCES: EXODUS 33:19-23; JOHN 14:7; 16:33
Highs and lows are what make life life. Right now, there are couples being wed, kids graduating from high school, and babies learning to walk for the first time. There are many that are experiencing the mountain tops of life, and at the same time, there is still an immeasurable amount of hunger, strife and violence prevalent all over this world. Most of us realize that although life is beautiful, things won’t always work out the way we wish. Although sometimes we can’t help but experience disappointment, Jesus knows the full picture. Jesus was always aware that there was a bigger battle, a larger narrative at hand for which he was ready to sacrifice everything. Life, every single life, was at stake in his choice of the cross. So, what did Jesus do? He gave his inner circle a deeper revelation of his glory through his transfiguration. A teachable moment. A signal saying, death will not win. Maybe you can relate to facing let downs with your career, with others, and even with where life has you now. Know that all of your disappointments do not compare to God’s plan for your life. All the law and the prophets testify to the enduring strength of the word of God. As it did then, so let it be in your life today.
Unmet expectations are opportunities for divine revelations.
It was fitting that atop a mountain peak Jesus gave his inner circle a glimpse of glory. While at that moment in time, Jesus held the most acclaim in his ministry, he revealed to three chosen disciples that his purpose was not popularity but instead, to fulfill all the promises of God’s word.
After the disciples were surrounded by the cloud, only Jesus is standing there because everything we are looking for is simply found in him. He's all we need. He is glowing because he is the very glory of God! God’s affirmation of his Son Jesus has never changed.
Mountaintops don’t last forever, and neither do the valleys. It’s through the ups and downs that God transforms us. The high of the transfiguration was a symbol of God’s divinity and confirmation that death was defeated. The disciples gained a glimpse of God’s glory. Similarly, we can open our eyes to the signs, wonders, and miracles God performs even in our valleys. The truth is, because he conquered death, our disappointments are never the end of the story. His dreams for us override any of our failures. Without us deserving the honor, he is the God who says he is well pleased with us.
Check your disappointments at the door of God's glory and leave them there. Take time to reflect.
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
