Book 3 Theme “The Armour of God” in a Series of Five Themes. These ideas are available for any Church group to utilize for their own programs.

 

 

 

Vacation Bible School 3

 

By

Esther and Richard Provencher

 

 

COPYRIGHT:

 

© 2016 by Esther and Richard Provencher

Dester Publications. All rights reserved.

 

These ideas are available for any Church group to utilize for their own programs. There are five themes, one per book, and each one designed to apply to the 3 appropriate age groups which run concurrently, each day.

 

 

DEDICATION;

 

For all children who attended and graduated from God’s plan for a fun filled, Christian learning experience at Abundant Life Fellowship Church, in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia. Some of these boys and girls are now adults.

 

 

ARMOUR OF GOD PROGRAM

Lesson 1:

 

Armour of God (A Level- Ages 3-5)

 

Teaching: Belt of Truth and Right Standing with God

 

Today’s Message: Be a Young Warrior

 

(Eph. 6:14)

Spread your feet wide, and lift your head high

now put on your Belt of Truth, that means no lies

then give a smile of God’s Goodness; He made you

and He wants you to become one of His soldiers,

everyone wants you to grow up into a good person.

 

Something to talk about-

Why should you lift your head up high?

Do you like to tell the truth? Why?

Is it important to be a good person? Explain.

 

 

Lesson 2:

 

Armour of God (A Level - Ages 3-5)

 

Teaching: Gospel of Peace

 

Today’s Message: Rest Awhile

 

(Eph. 6:15)

Lace up your shoes, tie those knots

feels good now they’re done just right

that’s how God wants you to be, at peace

with yourself, knowing you can do other things

and after your chores are done, you can rest.

 

Something to talk about-

Can you run in a race with loose laces? Why?

How does peace come into your heart? Explain.

Is it easier to rest after doing what you must?

 

 

Lesson 3:

 

Armour of God (A Level – Ages 3-5)

 

Teaching: Shield of Faith

 

Today’s Message: Protect Yourself

 

(Eph. 6:16)

Listen to your parents, they know about things

some people can hurt with name-calling

or not caring if you are afraid of any storms

they can tell you about a special person called God

and how he looks after His very special children.

 

Something to talk about-

Is it important to listen to your parents? Why?

What kinds of storms make you afraid? Anger? Lies?

Do you know how much God loves you? Explain.

 

 

Lesson 4:

 

Armour of God (A Level - Ages 3-5)

 

Teaching: Helmet of Salvation and Sword of the Spirit

 

Today’s Message: Cover Yourself

 

(Eph. 6:17)

A hockey player has a helmet with numbers

to show the team he is on, just like God’s team

He wants to know if you really want Him for a

coach, and instead of a hockey stick He gives

you a Sword of the Spirit, to help you love Him. 

 

Something to talk about-

Why does God want you on His team?

Do you think a helmet is good to have?

What does Sword of the Spirit mean?  

 

 

Lesson 5:

 

Armour of God (A Level – Ages 3-5)

 

Teaching: Pray at all Times

 

Today’s Message: Pray for Everyone

 

(Eph. 6:18)

Praying is like sending a message to God

He hears what you are saying, and He can do

some wonderful things for you. Be like 

an eagle, listening and watching because

when you pray He loves you so much.

 

Something to talk about-

Where do you like to pray? Explain.

Do you think God listens to every prayer?

Tell about someone healed by prayer.

 

 

Lesson 1: (for ages 6-8)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:14) Be a Young Warrior

 

Stand up straight and be prepared. There are

aliens around and we have to be ready to battle

against them. Around our waist is a Belt of Good

News about Jesus and His miracles, and stories

from our Bible to help us as we march forward.

 

Something to talk about-

Why stand up straight? Explain.

Who are the aliens? Can they hurt us?

What Good News is on your belt?

 

 

Lesson 2: (for ages 6-8)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:15) Rest Awhile

 

When you have the Peace of Jesus in your

heart, it is easier to run away from bad things.

Run to your parents or your friends and

tell them what is bothering you. Then you

can rest knowing they really care about you.

 

Something to talk about-

Is the Peace of Jesus in your heart?

Why is it sometimes important to run?

What does it mean to rest? Explain.

 

 

Lesson 3: (for ages 6-8)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:16) Protect Yourself

 

Faith in your Bible stories will protect you

and they will give you courage when things

seem hard, but you must never give up. With

Jesus inside of you, you will be strong and

difficult problems won’t seem so terrible.

 

Something to talk about-

What is Faith? How do you get it?

Who gives you courage? Why?

Does satan try to bring problems?

 

 

Lesson 4: (for ages 6-8)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:17) Cover Yourself

 

Jesus can save us from any problems in

this world. He gives us a Bible, and a

Pastor and Sunday School teachers to

help explain his wonderful messages that

are just like a blanket to cover us.

 

Something to talk about-

Is the Bible like a helmet? Explain.

What is Sword of the Spirit?

What other messages can cover us?

 

 

Lesson 5: (for ages 6-8)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:18) Pray for Everyone

 

When you walk to school, pray and when

you are at home, pray. Praying for other people

is very good and our Lord Jesus will bless you.

The Power of the Holy Spirit is all around because

He watches over us and listens to what we say.

 

Something to talk about-

Who do you like to pray for? Why?

Do you know who the Holy Spirit is?

What is your favorite prayer to Jesus?

 

 

Lesson 1: (for ages 9-12)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:14) Be a Young Warrior

 

Prepare yourself each day for battle. There is a war

going on between Good and evil, and our Lord Jesus

wants us to win. Put on your Belt of Truth, found in the

Bible you read, and the body armor of God’s strength

so that you can grow up to be a wonderful person.

 

Something to talk about-

Is there a war going on inside of you? Explain.

Why does satan want to steal your soul?

Where are some scriptures to help you beat him?

 

 

Lesson 2: (for ages 9-12)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:15) Rest Awhile

 

A proper life comes from the Good News,

and your feet should be prepared with

the Gospel of Peace to hurry you in the right

direction. God has a plan for you and you

must be prepared and ready with His Words.

 

Something to talk about-

What is the Good News for you? Explain.

Are you ready each day with God’s love?

How can the Gospel of Peace help you rest?

 

 

 Lesson 3: (for ages 9-12)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:16) Protect Yourself

 

In every battle you will need Faith as your

Shield to stop the fiery arrows aimed at

you by satan. Each day begins with choices

and your personal Saviour Jesus wants to

help you succeed in all areas of your life.

 

Something to talk about-

What does Faith mean to you? Explain.

Where do fiery arrows come from?

Why does Jesus love you so much?

 

 

Lesson 4: (for ages 9-12)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:17) Cover Yourself

 

Put on Salvation as your Helmet, and take the

Sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

We all have the right to live in a safe world, where

people are respected and loved. And covering

ourselves in God’s protection is a good plan.

 

Something to talk about-

What does Salvation as your Helmet mean?

Where is your Sword of the Spirit?

Do you think God is able to protect us?

 

 

Lesson 5: (for ages 9-12)

 

Today’s Message: (Eph. 6:18) Pray for Everyone

 

Pray at all times and on every occasion in

the power of the Holy Spirit. Stay alert and be

persistent in your prayers for all Christians

everywhere. Jesus prayed for everyone who came

to hear Him and also by himself before He died.

 

Something to talk about-

Is it important to pray? Explain.

Where is the Power of the Holy Spirit?

Why should we pray for others?

 

 

Armour of God Puzzle

 

Seven items on the list below can protect you from satan.

First, draw a picture of yourself.

Secondly, place the words on your diagram.

Now you will have God’s protection.

 

Ice Cream      Belt of Truth      Hockey Stick      Prayers      Anger in your Heart

Sword of the Spirit      New Sneakers      Helmet of Salvation      Red jacket

Shield of Faith      Harry Potter Book      A lying Tongue      Gospel of Peace

Knowing God      Bowl of Cornflakes

 

Walk beside a stream. And hike through a deep valley.

Then climb over the rocky ridge. There lies a castle full of evil things.

Now go with your Armor of GOD. And save your little village.

 

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Find God’s Armor in this puzzle.

 

BELT OF TRUTH      RIGHT STANDING WITH GOD

GOSPEL OF PEACE            SHIELD OF FAITH              HELMET OF SALVATION

SWORD OF THE SPIRIT                 PRAY ALWAYS

 

Write down ten of your heroes in this world.

Pick ONE and explain WHY in three sentences.

 

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DRAW YOUR FAVOURITE IMAGE.

 

IT COULD BE A BACK YARD FULL OF FLOWERS. MAYBE IT’S A SCENE FROM A CAMPING TRIP. OR

IT COULD BE SOMETHING VERY SPECIAL IN YOUR HEART. REMEMBER, GOD LOVES YOU. AND HE HAS PLACED HIS ARMOR AROUND YOU-

TO PROTECT YOU AND TO HELP YOU HAVE A GOOD LIFE.

 

 

NOTES:

 

This Summer program opened up with prayer, words of welcome and a brief introduction of 3 Program leaders for each of the age groups. They were responsible to stay with their age group and to participate with them as they went to each of the four locations below where other volunteers waited:

 

Bible Study based on Biblical Theme;

Art & Table Fun;  

Outdoor Games; and

Treat Time.

 

Prizes and certificates of accomplishment were handed out at the end of the week. Sing-songs and gifts for special achievement were given, and all received a small bag of treats. Many volunteers donated holidays and spare time for this exciting program of activities. We averaged around 50 children each of the five mornings.

 

AUTHOR INFORMATION:

 

 

Esther and Richard Provencher are a Co-Author, husband and wife team, married since March 27, 1975 and presently live in Truro, Nova Scotia.

 

They have four grown children, have been foster and adopting parents and helped establish, along with four other families, Abundant Life Victory Church almost 30 years ago, in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia. They have been very involved in community youth work, and church outreach, including visiting nursing home residents, and providing meals to those less fortunate, with another church.

 

Esther and Richard co-authored many stories and books for all ages, especially to help Richard focus on something challenging after his brain aneurysm-stroke. He continues to progress very well. Esther has been a volunteer Bookkeeper, the past 20 years at Abundant Life, an inter-denominational church, and Richard was the Bulletin Editor these for two years. Both authors are “born-again” Christians.