VBS starts this week! There has been a lot of preparation put into this upcoming week. Lessons have been prepared, decorations have been set up, and there is a large collection of snacks ready to be distributed. Why is there so much effort put into this week? Why are there work days and meetings scheduled to arrange details? This week presents itself with an opportunity. This is an opportunity to reach out to our surrounding community. There could be others out there who will hear the gospel for the first time. It is a chance to show God’s love to our community. Ephesians 5:1-2 says, “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” When opportunities like this present themselves, we should put our best foot forward. Not only should we put our best foot forward, but we need to be ready whenever these opportunities arrive. 2 Timothy 4:2 says, “Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with
complete patience and teaching.”

As we begin VBS this week, what are we displaying? Are we being imitators of God? As mentioned before, there is a lot of work that goes into the development of VBS. As we go through these next few days, let our light shine to those who will be in attendance. Let us strive to make a lasting impact!