JOHN 8:31-32
Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed him, ‘If you continue in my word you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free’.
REFERENCES: GENESIS 2:24, MATTHEW 5:4, MARK 12:31, JOHN 15:5-11, 1 CORINTHIANS 7:7, 1 JOHN 4:9-10
Do you feel like you are alone? Or that you are unworthy of love? These are among the many lies the devil tells about our singleness and relationships to make us doubt ourselves and what God has told us. We are tempted to think that we are stuck because we are single or that we need a spouse for security. The more we listen to those lies, the more we start to believe them. That’s why it is so important to know the truth and apply it. The truth is, we can be single and secure in God.
Healthy relationships are built on healthy individuals.
Have you ever been ordering fast food and the person taking your order asks, “Will that complete your order?” As we go through life, we may select idols to complete us: ourselves, others, the world, or even religion. However, the only way we can find true fulfillment is by being connected to God in an intimate way. Idols, much like fast food, will never satisfy our cravings, but Jesus always will.
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” —John 15:5
We are able to love because God loved us first and we can only love others when we learn to love ourselves. In our sin, Christ has already deemed us worthy of love. We only need to accept the love given to us and allow it to overflow to others.
“The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these.” —Mark 12:31 NIV
What are the gifts in your current season that you have left unwrapped? What is the blessing that God has for you? For every lie the enemy tells, we have these three truths: 1) Jesus completes you, 2) you are worthy of love, and 3) every season has a blessing. God will always meet your needs. So take courage in obeying the direction to unwrap the odd-shaped gifts you weren’t expecting.
Think back to a blessing that came unexpectedly from a difficult season, then refer to and use this memory as a pillar of God’s secure presence and love in your current season.
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