Running the race!

This was the first VBS program we put together and published. Even though we've made improvements on our other material - this one's still a gem! Here's an idea that will really tie your VBS program together. Develop a character that is unfit and lazy. Call him/her Olympic Bob or Olympic Sally - or come up with a better name. Develop some interaction with this character and the worship leader. Talk about what it takes to enter and compete in a sports event. Have him/her come back each night for more training, ex. selecting a coach, persevering, and finally a "physically fit" Olympic Bob on the last night. Parallel Olympic Bob's progress with the theme of VBS and making spiritual ties to his/her progress and the development of a Christian. Hope this sparks some ideas!

Tyrel Hatfield