Mystery Island VBS 2021 Curriculum
Join the fun in the sun with this unique Vacation Bible School program.
Is there just one God? . . . Who is God? . . . What is God like? . . . Does God love me? . . . Can I know God?
Our kids grapple with questions like these every day. At Mystery Island, we’ll uncover the truth about our Creator God! There’s a sea of confusion about who God is and what he’s like, so we’ll track down the one true God and learn how amazing he is through the pages of Scripture.
Mystery Island VBS is packed with teaching that connects the Bible to the real world and gives kids a better understanding of our awe-inspiring Creator and the salvation he offers through Jesus Christ.
Each day, kids will learn more about one of God’s amazing attributes (great, almighty, ruler, Emmanuel, trustworthy) and how that applies to their lives.
Grab your sunscreen and get ready for a taste of paradise as you track down the one true God at Mystery Island!
From the minute your islanders arrive at Mystery Island, they’ll find clues ready to uncover!
The day begins at the Islander Assembly, a supercharged opening complete with entertaining welcomes, rockin’ songs, a mission moment, and prayer. Then we're off to four fun rotation sites:
Lighthouse Lessons
During the teaching time, islanders will track down truths about the one true God and discover he’s a priceless treasure.
Tropical Treats
The snack spot! Islanders will enjoy island eatables at this yummy spot.
Ride the Tide Games
The recreation location! At this spot, islanders attempt fun surf and sand challenges!
Deep Sea Science and Crafts
Electrifying science experiments to explore, creative crafts to invent, high-energy songs to sing, fun memory verse games to play.
After finishing the day’s rotations, everyone heads back to the Islander Assembly for the closing that includes more singing, a Creature Feature, contest results, and the hugely anticipated daily drama.
Day 1: God is GREAT!
Bible Passages
Paul in a City of Idols
Acts 17:16–34
Lighthouse Lesson Focus
God is GREAT!
He is the one and only God who is the awe-inspiring Creator.
Treasured Verses
Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised, and his greatness is unsearchable.
Psalm 145:3
Apologetics Focus
There’s only one God as revealed in the Bible. You can’t make up a god of your own choosing.
Deep Sea Science and Crafts
Experiments: Rainbow Water & Mystery Color!
Crafts: Tropical Tree & Crafty Chameleon
Tropical Treats
One and Only Bread & Seascape Snacks
Ride the Tide Games
Island Ambush
Island Olympics
Cool Contests
Lifesaver Gummies Guessing Game
Animal Pal
Camo the Chameleon
Day 2: God is ALMIGHTY!
Bible Passages
Jonah
Book of Jonah
Psalm 139
Lighthouse Lesson Focus
God is ALMIGHTY! He is all knowing, all powerful, and all present.
Treasured Verses
Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh. Is anything too hard for me?
Jeremiah 32:27
Apologetics Focus
God can do all his holy will without effort. God’s miracles are real and effortless.
Deep Sea Science and Crafts
Experiments: Can Crushing & Diving Octopus
Crafts: Shell Necklace & Great White Game
Tropical Treats
Pail of Whales & Omni Os
Ride the Tide Games
Tropical Obstacle
Fish Out of Water
Cool Contests
Team Cheers
Animal Pal
Flip the flapjack octopus
Day 3: God is RULER!
Bible Passages
Isaiah’s Vision
Isaiah 6:1–3
Psalm 8
Lighthouse Lesson Focus
God is RULER! He is the majestic king who is holy and perfect.
Treasured Verses
And one called to another and said: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!”
Isaiah 6:3
Apologetics Focus
God is the same in the Old Testament as he is in the New Testament. He was and is and always will be in charge.
Deep Sea Science and Crafts
Experiments: Diaper Duty & Sink or Float
Crafts: Wind Chime & Great White Game
Tropical Treats
Moon and Star Sammies & Shark Teeth
Ride the Tide Games
Glory Corners
Great Barrier "Reef"-lays
Cool Contests
Dress-Up Day
Animal Pals
Clark, the great white shark
Day 4: God is EMMANUEL!
Bible Passages
God Came to Earth
(Gospel Presentation)
Select Scriptures
Lighthouse Lesson Focus
God is EMMANUEL! He is the loving, good Savior who came to earth.
Treasured Verses
But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 5:8
Apologetics Focus
God is three-in-one— Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Even though there is mystery to this, God is also knowable.
Deep Sea Science and Crafts
Experiments: Lava Lamps & Electric Eels
Crafts: Mini Diorama & Jellyfish Jiggler
Tropical Treats
Heart Melts & Jolly Jellyfish
Ride the Tide Games
Triple Play
Take Heart
Cool Contests
God of Wonder Challenge
Animal Pals
Jam the immortal jellyfish
Day 5: God is TRUSTWORTHY!
Bible Passages
David Trusts God
1 Samuel 17
Lighthouse Lesson Focus
God is TRUSTWORTHY!
He is our rock. We should praise, thank, worship, adore, and live for him.
Treasured Verses
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Proverbs 3:5–6
Apologetics Focus
God is bigger and greater than our unanswered questions. We can trust him.
Deep Sea Science and Crafts
Experiments: Super Slingshots & Jewel Treasures
Crafts: God’s Attributes Rock & Feathered Friend
Tropical Treats
Hidden Treasure Treats & Treasure Maps
Ride the Tide Games
Buccaneer Barriers
Sinking Ship
Cool Contests
Mission Money Mania
Animal Pal
Trusty the macaw
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