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Acts 1: 4-5, 8 NIV & Acts 2:1-4
On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues] as the Spirit enabled them.
Additional scripture references: Ezekiel 37:9 -14,John 3:8, Acts 2:5 -18, Acts 2:41
Pentecost Sunday has that name because Pentecost means fifty; 50 days after the Resurrection of Jesus, when God gave us the Holy Spirit. It's also 50 days after Passover, when God gave Moses the 10 commandments. The 10 commandments were the Law that God wrote down on Stone Tablets. Now that we house the presence of God, He has also written His law on our Hearts, through the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit can be viewed as a gift given to us by God, to guide us through our walk with Him. In the Bible, wind is used as an icon, or representation, of the Holy Spirit. Like the wind, just because we can’t see the Holy Spirit doesn’t mean that we can’t feel him. As the winds of change enter our lives, it is important to cling close to God and turn to the Holy Spirit for guidance. Wind represents the very breath of God. It is crucial to not give up because everything changes when the wind blows.
Just like the wind, God rearranges our life to create something new.
In a valley of dead and dry bones God spoke to the prophet Ezekiel and asked if these dry bones could live again. Then he created new life out of nothing before Ezekiel’s eyes. Today, the Holy Spirit creates life and breathes power; transforming and strengthening many who were dead in sin, to new life through Christ.
Then He said to me, “Prophesy to the breath, prophesy, son of man, and say to the breath, ‘Thus says the Lord God, “Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe on these slain, that they come to life.”’” So I prophesied as He commanded me, and the breath came into them, and they came to life and stood on their feet, an exceedingly great army. Then He said to me, “Son of man, these bones are the whole house of Israel”- Ezekiel 37:9-14
In the days of the early Church, we see the disciples of Jesus become baptized with the Holy Spirit after they professed belief in Jesus Christ. Their baptism followed after they had obeyed the words of Jesus and unified themselves as one body in Jerusalem.
He gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised” - Acts 1: 4
Wind creates, strengthens, and sends in ways that add, remove, and rearrange. Just like the wind, God rearranges, creates movement, and shifts our lives according to His plans. It’s never too late to ask the Holy Spirit for guidance to push forward in our obedience to God. By speaking to the Holy Spirit, we allow God to illuminate areas in our life and make room for Him to work. When life knocks the wind out of us, we can always call upon God to catch our breath.
Revive yourself through a fresh word by studying the Book of Acts and ask the Father to make you aware of the voice of the Holy Spirit.
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VOUS High is youth community of VOUS and we are creating a space for middle schoolers to gather for service every Sunday.
Students will start with worship in the main auditorium and then be dismissed to their junior high space. This will be a moment to connect with other students, hear a message, and then discuss in small groups.
For more information and to RSVP your student, click here
Join us at the annual ILMC Thanksgiving Bash to distribute meal kits and turkeys. Also, bring a chair and cheer on your favorite team at our annual VOUS Bowl.
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Date: Saturday, November 23rd
Time: 9:00AM - 12:30PM
Location: Charles Hadley Park
1350 NW 50th St
Miami, FL 33142
Ready to kick off Thanksgiving with a burst of energy and community? Join us bright and early at Peacock Park for the VOUS 10K Turkey Trot! Whether you're a runner, a walker, or somewhere in between, this is a chance to start your day with some fresh air, great friends, and all-around fun! See you at the starting line!
To sign up for the Turkey Trot, click here
Date: Thursday, November 28th
Time: 6:00AM
Location: Peacock Park
2820 McFarlane Rd.
Miami, FL 33133
On Sunday, December 1st we're bringing our annual Tree Lighting tradition to both our SoMi and Miami Gardens Locations! Sign up to serve and join us for a night of fun! Invite your friends and let's welcome the Christmas season together!
Please note: There will not be a 6PM service at VOUS City. Instead, join us at VOUS Miami Gardens for the 6PM service, followed by the tree lighting celebration.
Date: December 1st
Time: 7:30PM
Location:
VOUS Miami Gardens
17801 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33169
VOUS SoMi
6767 Sunset Dr
South Miami, FL 33143
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VOUS SoMi
8:45AM / 10:30AM / 12:30PM / 6PM
VOUS City
10:30AM / 12:30PM / 6PM
VOUS Miami Gardens
10:30AM / 12:30PM
VOUS Design District
10:30AM / 12:30PM
Church Online
10AM / 5PM Español
Growth Track
After every service or join online at vouschurch.com/growthtrack
