“That’s not for me. I’m not going to that!” So often that is the mindset that some have toward various gatherings and activities of the church. It’s almost as if some have decided that nothing other than Sunday morning worship is for them and nothing will convince them otherwise. Would you be willing to consider a few things for just a few minutes?
Are there some activities that are only for specific people in the church? Certainly. The “Sr. High Devotional” is not intended for every member, but only for our Sr. High youth. The “Ladies’ Day” is not intended for every member, but only for our ladies. The “EDP Bible Study” is not intended for every member, but only for the elders, deacons and preachers. So, in some instances, a gathering may really “not be for me.” But the majority are!
This includes our Vacation Bible School. Some hear about a VBS and automatically dismiss it. “That’s not for me. I’m not going to that!” This happens no matter how many times it is announced that “Our VBS is for every person of every age.” While a VBS in another congregation may be designed exclusively for kids, the VBS at Palm Beach Lakes is always for every age. But why?
Every age (including you!) is invited to our VBS because there is going to be some joyful singing. Some songs (like “Jesus Loves Me” and “I’ve Got the Joy, Joy, Joy, Joy Down in My Heart”) are easy for all to sing. Some songs (like “The Hippo Song”) may be easy for all to sing, but maybe not anymore than just sing. But do you know how much better the singing is when there are kids and adults there together and singing together? The kids love seeing and hearing you!
Every age (including you!) is invited to our VBS because every person needs the encouragement of seeing and being around every other person, including (and especially) our kids. You may think your presence is “not needed” or “not a big deal,” but I assure you that it is. There is an encouragement that is experienced in one’s subconscious (i.e., he is often not even aware that it is happening) when he/she sees others at church events. This is especially meaningful to the hearts of kids, as they are developing their own faith and their own love for the Lord and His church.
Every age (including you!) is invited to our VBS because there are Bible classes happening for all ages! There is an opportunity to study the Bible…together…with other Christians! How valuable and uplifting is that!
Singing. Fellowship. Bible study. Smiles. Energy (of the children). Visiting. Cookies. Bonds. The reasons are endless why Vacation Bible School is everyone…including you!