Vacation Bible School can consume a lot of time and energy that can yield minimal eternal good if we don’t effectively prepare for VBS. Effectiveness doesn’t come through picking a great theme, a lot of fun activities, enthusiastic teachers and workers, etc. but rather by the power of the Lord at work in and through it. Jesus said that apart from Him we can do nothing of eternal value (Jn. 15:5). Because He is the Vine and we are the branches, we find our sustenance and strength in Him to bear fruit. He must therefore be a critical part of our preparation if we want VBS to truly be effective.
4 Critical Steps to Effectively Prepare for VBS Through Prayer
When we truly believe what Jesus said, that apart from Him we can do nothing, then we will take steps to make sure seeking after Him in prayer becomes a part of all we do. Consequently, these four steps will be the most critical steps you can take in preparing for Vacation Bible School.
STEP 1: Envision what VBS can be through prayer.
STEP 2: Envelop the whole process in prayer.
Step 3: Enlist the prayer support of others right from the start.
Step 4: Engage the entire congregation in praying for VBS.
Wherever you are in the planning process for this year’s VBS, it isn’t too late to implement these critical steps.
Get Help Planning Your Vacation Bible School
Check out the Vacation Bible School Ministry Manual for some specific points under each of the above steps. This resource will help you have a more impacting VBS with prayer as a core need. It also give six other suggestions to maximize the time and effort put into this program.