We started Vacation Bible School this morning with 551 children and workers present! Our theme this year is Lifeway's "Outrigger Island." We had a few glitches as is usual for a VBS first day, but it was great! Some folks dread VBS because it is a lot of work with a lot of children from various backgrounds, which can be challenging at times, but I love it! What better way to share the love of Jesus and the message of salvation with so many children at one time?
This year's VBS is our eleventh since being called to First Baptist Church, and I've watched our adult leaders as they have worked with the children day in and day out. Even though the names and people change, they are always loving and caring and work very hard to provide a quality time of Bible study, missions study, crafts, and recreation. I have come to the conclusion that they are some of the best workers I have ever had the opportunity to work with.
Wherever you may live, if you are asked to work in your church's VBS, accept the challenge. The work is hard, the hours of preparation may be long, but the benefits to you and the children are out of this world! As the words to one of this year's songs encourage, "Say Yes to VBS!"
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