VBS 2010

Helping out at VBS (Vacation Bible School) this year is different for me. I went to replace my aunt because she was busy. So I helped out as a guide. It was quite an easy task for me. I just had watch the children, help them in their crafts when they need help, make sure that all of them (9-10 years old) go to the different activity centres safely.

This is Day 3, although I was the guide, I also listen to the bible story. Although I am 23 years old and I have heard the stories in Sunday School, the stories still speak to me in a different way now.

Day 1 - Loved and Accepted by Jesus

Jesus accepts us the way we are. Jesus looks at our heart. Our heart cannot be seen, but it is shown from our attitude, behaviour and belief. Whatever we do or say reflects what is in our heart. I like the way the teacher tell the story, simple explanations and elaboration to help the children understand, and also this big child understand.

Who am I? I am loved and accepted by Jesus

How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God

1 John 3:1

Day 2 - Protected by Jesus

Keep our eyes on Jesus. Peter took a step of faith and walked on the water, but when he lost sight of Jesus, he began to sink. When he called out to Jesus, Jesus reached out to Peter and protected him.

Who am I? I am helped and protected by Jesus.

I am the Lord, your GOd, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear, I will help you Isaiah 41.13

Day 3 - Saved by Jesus

Jesus is here to save all of us. For God so loved the world that he sent his one and only begotten son that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16) Will your friends die in your place for what you have done wrong? Jesus died on the cross for our sins and rose again on the third day.

Who am I? I am given salvation and eternal life by Jesus

If you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord" and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:9

Day 4 - Forgiven by Jesus

We have all done wrong. We are sinners. Peter denied Jesus 3 times after Jesus was arrested. When Jesus rose again on the third day, Jesus met Peter. Jesus forgave Peter. Not only he was forgiven, he was given a fresh start to commissioned to share Christ's love with others. We need to seek forgiveness from God and protect us from sin.

Who am I? Jesus has forgiven me and gave me a fresh start.

You are forgiving and good, O Lord, abounding in love to all who call to you. Psalm 86:5