Preparing Children to Survive in Today’s World
We are engaged in an epic battle for the hearts and minds of our youth. Every day, they’re bombarded with lies about who they are, who their Creator is, and where their salvation comes from. Thankfully, God has given his children armor to wear in this battle between truth and lies, light and darkness, good and evil.
With this VBS, your kids will learn how they can be part of God’s kingdom through salvation in his Son and will be equipped with the armor of God to become Keepers of the Kingdom and stand strong in today’s battle for truth.
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Excitement and adventure await from the first minute of each day when kids meet in traveling troupes.
The troupes gather at the Apprentices’ Assembly in the Great Hall, a high-energy beginning that includes wacky intros, lively songs, a missions moment, and prayer. It’s then off to rotate through five sites:
Truth Talks in the Keep
LESSONS
During the lesson time, God’s Word is taught in hands-on ways.
Tessa’s Treats in the Town
TREATS
Kids can feast on tantalizing treats and eats.
Griffin’s Games on the Green
GAMES
Kids will play plenty of Old World games with fun new twists.
Kieran’s Crafts and Science in the Courtyard
SCIENCE & CRAFTS
Kids are bedazzled by making special craft and science creations of their own.
Minerva's Mission, Music, and Memory Verse in the Manor
MUSIC & VERSES
Kids can sing songs, commit the verses to memory with fun games, or go in-depth with the mission moment featuring Children’s Hunger Fund and the Wild Brothers.
DAY 1
THE TWO KINGDOMS
Bible Passages
Creator King and Prince of Darkness:
John 18:37–38
Ephesians 6:10–14
Lesson Focus
We’re in a battle between two kingdoms.
Memory Verse
Ephesians 6:10–11
Apologetics Focus
Absolute truth is true for all people, for all times, and for all circumstances.
Science and Crafts
Science: Light and Dark & What’s Up?
Crafts: Castle Catapult & Juggling Balls
Treats
Kingdom Cookies & Be Strong Barbells
Games
Capture the Flag & Jumpin’ Jesters
Cool Contests
Jester Juggling
Animal Pal
Winifred (“Winnie”) the Warhorse
DAY 2
THE BELT
Bible Passages
Savior King: Genesis 1–3
Gospels; Ephesians 6:10–14
Lesson Focus
Each child of the King needs to fasten on the belt of truth.
Memory Verse
Ephesians 6:14
Apologetics Focus
Build a biblical worldview to stand strong in the truth.
Science and Crafts
Science: Goin’ in Circles & Newton’s Cradle
Crafts: Fox and Geese Board Game & Suncatcher Cross
Treats
King’s Cups & Fox Faces
Games
Belt Bonanza & Bucket Brigade
Cool Contests
Team Tournaments
Animal Pal
Wily the Fox
DAY 3
THE BREASTPLATE AND SHOES
Bible Passages
King Josiah:
2 Kings 22–23
Ephesians 6:14–15
Lesson Focus
Put on the breastplate of righteousness and the shoes of peace.
Memory Verse
Ephesians 6:15
Apologetics Focus
Put on what’s right (Jesus’ righteousness), then do right.
Science and Crafts
Science: Pom-Pom Shooter & Force Field
Crafts: Breastplate Tin Punch & Dragon Sock Puppet
Treats
Dragon Munchies
Games
Dragon Dash & Royal Games of Skill
Cool Contests
Royal Dress-Up Day
Animal Pal
Grimwald the Dragon
DAY 4
THE SHIELD AND HELMET
Bible Passages
King Solomon:
1 Kings 2–11
Ephesians 6:16–17a
Lesson Focus
Take the shield of faith and the helmet of salvation.
Memory Verse
Ephesians 6:16
Apologetics Focus
Guard against false teachings and temptations.
Science and Crafts
Science: Spring and Fling & Balloon Jousting
Crafts: Faith Necklace & Wordless Book
Treats
Mini Pizza Shields & Cracker Shields
Games
Defend the Castle & Hat Stack
Cool Contests
Design a Helmet
Animal Pals
Byron the Ironclad Beetle
DAY 5
THE SWORD AND PRAYER
Bible Passages
King of Kings vs. Prince of the Air
Matthew 4:1–11
Ephesians 6:17–18a
Lesson Focus
Take the sword of the Spirit and pray.
Memory Verse
Ephesians 6:17–18a
Apologetics Focus
Be ready to give an answer for the hope that is in you.
Science and Crafts
Science: Tests of Strength & Battering Ram
Crafts: Train Your Brain Card Caddy & Mini Sword
Treats
Moat Floats & Banana Swords
Games
Knights’ Obstacle Course & Sword Tag
Cool Contests
Scripture Swords & Mission Money Mania
Animal Pal
Skye the Peregrine Falcon
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