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MARK 14:3-9
While he was in Bethany, reclining at the table in the home of a man known as Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of very expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke the jar and poured the perfume on his head. 4 Some of those present were saying indignantly to one another, “Why this waste of perfume? 5 It could have been sold for more than a year’s wages and the money given to the poor.” And they rebuked her harshly. 6 “Leave her alone,” said Jesus. “Why are you bothering her? She has done a beautiful thing to me. 7 The poor you will always have with you, and you can help them any time you want. But you will not always have me. 8 She did what she could. She poured perfume on my body beforehand to prepare for my burial. 9 I tell you the truth, wherever the gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be told, in memory of her.”
REFERENCES: MARK 12:28-31, DEUTERONOMY 6:4, LEVITICUS 19:18, LUKE 10:25–37, MATTHEW 6:21, 24, 2 CORINTHIANS 4:7-10, EPHESIANS 5:2
Have you ever loved someone so much that it’s driven you to do crazy things? Maybe it’s love towards your children, a significant other or a parent, but it’s the kind of love that can’t be explained. That’s what Mary felt when she broke an entire jar of expensive perfume to anoint Jesus. When we put Mary's actions into context, we discover that her act is driven by pure love and gratitude to Jesus for the resurrection of her brother, Lazarus. We often ask ourselves what does God want from us, and when the Pharisees asked Jesus this, his answer was on the money: to love him wholeheartedly. Mary’s act of generosity is a perfect example of how to love God. It’s by giving him everything.
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” —Mark 12:30
Even in the face of criticism and rebuke, Mary, with her alabaster jar, chose to step out in faith and spontaneous worship by pouring out a year's worth of salary. We, too, can live a life completely devoted to God and push past the voices that tell us we are crazy for loving and worshipping so lavishly.
The woman with the alabaster jar didn’t just pour out the perfume, it was broken out. As such, God wants our hearts to be broken before him, too. Surrender is about giving up and giving in to who God is.
Our God is one who wants to make beauty out of our mess. He is a helper, a confidant, and certainly a friend in need. When we open our hearts to him we discover that all he wants and ever wanted is for us to be one with him. Uncommon obedience, unashamed devotion, and unrelenting surrender might sound like challenges that are too big for you to take on. Well, that's the point. God wants to love you and he wants his love to flow through you to others. Simply put, God wants you and he knows you were never meant to do this alone, so will you accept him today?
How will your expression of your love for God change? The next time you spend time with God, write down a variety of ways you can love him differently. Ask him how your expression of surpassing love for him can translate here on earth through your mind, heart, and strength.
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VOUS High Nite is a night for Junior High and High School Students to meet friends, worship and encounter God. It will be taking place Wednesday, April 2nd at both VOUS SoMi and VOUS Miami Gardens at 7PM.
To RSVP, click here.
There will also be a VOUS High Nite Parent Hangout. This will be an opportunity to learn more about VOUS High, have some dinner and get to know other parents in our community.
To RSVP for the Parent’s Hang, click here.
Where: VOUS Miami Gardens & VOUS SoMi
When: Saturday, April 2nd
Address:
VOUS Miami Gardens - 17801 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33169
VOUS SoMi - 6767 Sunset Dr, Miami, FL 33143
Doors Open at 7PM.
Are you looking for a place to grow in leadership, community, and culture? Join us at VOUS College Preview Day on April 3rd to learn more about program offerings, connect with students, and ignite your journey to help fulfill the Great Commission!
RSVP now at vouscollege.com/preview
Where: VOUS Miami Gardens
When: Thursday, April 3rd
Address: 17801 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33169
The Easter Egg Drop is a family fun-filled day, including food, games, entertainment, and the crowd favorite: a helicopter egg drop with eggs stuffed with goodies and prizes!
For more information on the Easter Egg Drop, click here
If you are interested in serving, click here
Where: Charles Hadley Park
When: Saturday, April 19th
Address: 1350 NW 50th St
Miami, FL 33142
Join us for Easter at VOUS as we celebrate the power of the cross. This is a weekend for the whole family! Pick a service time and invite a friend — there's room for you.
Join us on the road to VOUSCon as we embark on a 40-day relay run through the state of Florida. From Jacksonville to Miami, runners from every region are invited to participate in carrying the good news. Our finish line? VOUSCon 2025. Led by a core VOUS team, we’ll link arms with partner churches along the way, spotlighting the body of Christ and championing the local church through weekly outreach initiatives.
Starting Line: Sunday, May 11
Finish Line: Thursday, June 19
VOUS SoMi
8:45AM / 10:30AM / 12:30PM / 6PM
VOUS City
10:30AM / 12:30PM / 6PM
VOUS Miami Gardens
10:30AM / 12:30PM
VOUS DD
10:30AM / 12:30PM
Church Online
10AM / 12:00 PM / 5PM Español
Growth Track
After every service or join online at vouschurch.com/growthtrack
