VBS – A waste of Time? · 2010-06-24

Why does any church go to the trouble of having VBS?
Is VBS worth the time, energy and expense?
We are one body of believers. Do we not all want to lead unbelievers to faith in Jesus? Do we not attempt to develop programs, activities and events that are effective in reaching out?
Is VBS an activity of the entire UBC or just something that involves a few people with nothing better to do?
Do you know a family that does not attend church?
Did you invite their children to come to VBS?
Did you fail to invite some children because you were not involved in VBS or because VBS is not important to you?
You need not be personally involved in VBS or even enthusiastic about VBS, but so long as it remains an effective tool to touch the lives of unchurched families through their children – your church will keep doing it. The question is, are you an active participant in the outreach efforts of your church or a disinterested observer?
VBS gives us believers in Jesus a brief but concentrated opportunity to instill biblical truths into the lives of children – some of whom may not hear them elsewhere. We are investing in the next generation and some of these entrusted to our care will become the next generation of believers. It is worth it!

— Chuck Deglow

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