Summer plans that make a difference
For many of us, summer means a well-deserved break from school, from structured schedules, and from colder temperatures. With holidays like the Fourth of July, it is a season of celebration, anticipation, and cookouts. As a child, some of my favorite memories come...
How VBS converted a priest and blessed a village
The Hindu priest walked up to the man preaching God’s Word … and asked if he could become a Christian. No one expected a miracle in the small Indian village that day. Christians from the local church had been praying the three-day Vacation Bible School would lead...
One shy, little girl changed how I see VBS
Papier-mâché picture frames. Songs about Jesus. Popsicles in plastic sleeves. Bible stories told by puppets. Artwork made from paper plates, yarn, and glue. These are a few of my “stand out” memories of attending Vacation Bible School. It was something I looked...
Will you help send Mrs. Aarti’s kids to VBS this summer?
As summer gets closer, you’ll probably start seeing signs and banners popping up outside of churches in your community — “Vacation Bible School is coming!” Children in America have a variety of VBS programs to choose from. Many attend multiple Vacation Bible Schools...
The most in-demand book in the world
The Bible is the bestselling book of all time. Although it’s impossible to know exactly how many copies have been distributed, some estimate it could be as many as 5 billion! Chances are at least one of those copies is sitting in your house right now. Today, more than...
Every day, I try to live my life in such a way that I accomplish at least one thing that will outlive me and last for eternity.