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John 3:16-17 ESV
16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.
REFERENCES: MATTHEW 28:18-20; GALATIANS 5:17-28; GALATIANS 2:20
Every organization has a goal followed by a catchy slogan. As the church of Christ we hold as a rallying cry: Jesus is our message. As Christ followers, knowing God is alive is what we believe and stand for. It is what sets us apart. When we give our life to Jesus we become a new creation. He doesn’t just repair or improve the state we are in, but a metamorphosis occurs in our system of belief. Sharing this truth with others becomes our great commission.
Jesus is not part of the message, he is the message
Different from any other religion, our God is alive. His radical love for us is hard for the world to understand but it's the only way we can be transformed. Paul teaches that it's only by the grace of Jesus that we are saved, not the law. We have to celebrate the good news and not be ashamed, always remembering to be disciples through a lens of grace.
Matthew 28:16-20 - 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
Getting to know Jesus intimately gives you a new perspective in your life. If you want your life's message to be Jesus, you have to know him and have a personal relationship with him. Clinging to the word of God is the best way to encounter Jesus and receive a fresh perspective. When you are committed to becoming something completely different by the power of the spirit, Jesus will be your message in your everyday life. You’re still the same you, but radically different.
Galatians 2:20 - I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
The reality is, God created a perfect and good world, however, his creation chose to rebel. Yet, at the very moment we rebelled he had a plan for reconciliation through his son, Jesus. For God so loved the world he gave his only son, so that whoever believes in him, should not perish but have eternal life. Walking with Jesus isn’t just a one time event but rather leads us to live a life of constant surrender, in response to his saving grace. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. In his name alone, there is power to save, and as we come to know him, he changes us from the inside out. He is the rock, a firm foundation, and the cornerstone of our faith.
Jesus is our message. Where can you be the church and spread the truth of Jesus? Ask God to show you an opportunity where you can do this along the week.
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
