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Jesus went up on a mountainside and called to him those he wanted, and they came to him. He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach and to have authority to drive out demons. These are the twelve he appointed: Simon (to whom he gave the name Peter), James son of Zebedee and his brother John (to them he gave the name Boanerges, which means “sons of thunder”), Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed him.
REFERENCES: LUKE 2:49; MARK 1:16-20; LEVITICUS 20:26-26; JEREMIAH 1:5; ACTS 1:8, 2:17, 4:13; 1 SAMUEL 16:12-13
We’ve all experienced waiting on a call from a friend or waiting to hear back from an employer about a new opportunity. Once we hear back from them, we can finally let out a sigh of relief. The moment is confirmed and the plans are in order. But when it comes to God’s call on our life we may have reasons why we don’t wish to respond. We may feel unqualified, unprepared, or even confused as to what God is calling us to. Hoping that a career, business, or relationship will define who we are and confirm our calling, but God says, “You are enough, I believe in you.” Just like the young men, the disciples, who dropped everything they had ever known to follow Jesus, we don’t have to be in a certain status or position to be called. Our calling is already confirmed and it's simple. Follow Jesus, serve people, and act according to the gifts he has placed in our lives. Jesus initiated the call, now it's our time to pick up the phone.
Your calling is not on backorder, it’s not out of stock, it’s not pending—it’s confirmed.
Jesus called us out from where we were to give us salvation. We come to where Jesus is for discipleship. As mighty as salvation is, it is just the first step in a long journey of our calling to be with and like Jesus. Do not confuse a career with a calling. We network to find a career, but withdraw to find calling.
Before you were born, Jesus crafted a purpose for you. This divine appointment is exactly where the enemy tries to instill confusion and anxiety. Know that when you focus on Jesus rather than on your ability, you can stand firm and further the Kingdom through your work.
Today we can set aside our insecurities and know that the calling is not about us, but about the one who is calling us, Jesus. The calling is not about the path we take, but the person, Jesus. The calling is about knowing how he lived, so we can also live it out. When we do the things he did such as praying, fasting, honoring rest, fighting for justice, we set ourselves apart for him. When we walk with Jesus the pressure of knowing what we are supposed to be doing comes off. Then we can walk in confidence with our greatest purpose of knowing him and making him known.
Through focusing on Jesus, you will experience a realignment in your work and spirit. This week where can you exchange old habits for those that resemble what Jesus exemplified?
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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.
To serve, click here
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
To serve, click here
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
