On January 20, 1961, in his inaugural address, John F. Kennedy spoke what is now the famous phrase, "Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country." This call to action emphasized the importance of civic responsibility and public service, encouraging citizens to make positive contributions to their nation. Grow closer to God and His word - VBS4ever.com Another political prodigy, Charlie Kirk, an unapologetic Christian, spoke what is now a simil

It's hard to believe that soon it will be the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks on our great country. That fateful day, Islamic terrorists hijacked four commercial airplanes and crashed two into the World Trade Center towers, one into the Pentagon and one in Pennsylvania. Approximately 3,000 lives were lost that day (including 343 firefighters), with an additional 5,700 deaths occurring later from illness related to the attacks. Make no mistake, this was a sp

VBS4ever.com was founded on the lifelong impact Vacation Bible School (VBS) and other positive spiritual experiences have on one's soul. VBS4ever.com focuses on reflecting growth through the word of God, and enables the sharing of His love and wisdom throughout our lifetime. This online spiritual resource is accessible 24-hours/day, delivering the truth to all who are seeking to grow closer to Almighty God through His word. Grow in God's Word - VBS4ever.com 2Timothy 2:15 - “S

From the beginning, God gave man free will to choose between obedience to Him or turning away from Him. In the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve were free to eat from any tree except the tree of knowledge of good and evil. Later, Jesus Christ came to give liberty to those who accept Him as Saviour. Each person has the choice to accept or reject Him. Grow closer to God in His Word - VBS4ever.com 2Corinthians 3:17 - “Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is,

Marriage -- what does God's word have to say about it? Grow closer to God through His word - VBS4ever.com In the Bible, 'marriage' is used to represent the union between God and his people. Isaiah 54:5 - “For thy Maker is thine husband; the LORD of hosts is his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall he be called.” Ephesians 5:25 explains how the marriage union represents the love of Christ to His children, the same love husbands are to

A few years ago, we went camping in Branson with our oldest daughter, son-in-law and then 7-year-old twin granddaughters. The girls stayed with us and one night after dinner, as we were sitting by the campfire, one of them suggested we tell scary stories. Since the Bible is full of scary stories, we talked about Shadrack, Meshach and Abednego ("Uh-Bed-Nih-Goh"- How to correctly pronounce) in the fiery furnace; also the story of Jonah and the whale. Both girls were familiar wi

최근에 넷플릭스나 프라임에서 영화를 보셨다면, 거의 모든 문장에서 세상 말의 'f' 단어를 들어보셨을 것입니다. 옛날에는 나쁜 말들이 종종 '네 글자 단어'라고 불렸고, 드라마와 영화에서는 더러운 언어가 허용되지 않았습니다. 지금은 부패한 소통이 너무 흔해서 전 세계의 일상 언어의 일부가 되었습니다. 에베소서 4:29 "부패한 말은 네 입에서 나오지 말라. 오직 교훈에 필요한 좋은 것만이 듣는 이들에게 은혜를 베풀게 하라." 하나님께서 분명히 하신다. '말조심하라'고 하셨다. 골로새서 3장 8절 - "이제 너희도 이 모든 것을 거두라; 분노와 진노와 악의, 신성모독, 더러운 말을 입에서 내보내라." 하나님은 우리의 말씀이 주변 사람들에게 교훈적이고 격려가 되기를 원하십니다. 에베소서 4:29 - "부패한 말은 너희 입에서 나오지 말라. 그러나 교훈을 주는 데 도움이 되는 좋은 것만이 듣는 자에게 은혜를 베풀게 하라." 말은 강력하다... 우리를 정

If you've watched a movie on Netflix or Prime lately, you probably heard the worldly version of the "f" word in just about every sentence. In the old days, bad words were often referred to as "four-letter words" and filthy language wasn't allowed in shows and movies. Now, corrupt communication is so common that it is a part of the world's everyday language. God makes it clear we are to 'watch our tongue.' Colossians 3:8 - "But now ye also put off all these; anger, wrath, mali

Why are Jews (Israelites) God's chosen people? 'Chosen' does not mean 'superior' -- it means 'selected for a purpose.' The Jews are not 'superior' they were merely 'selected by God for a purpose.' God 'chose' Abraham and his seed in order to protect the Israelites because He promised the Savior would come through Adam’s good seed ... from Abraham on to King David and through to Jesus Christ. The key to the whole issue is God’s faithfulness to His original covenant with Adam,

Do you ever find yourself dreaming, wondering about what heaven will be like? Do you long to breathe the air of heaven, the place where pain is gone and mercy fills the streets? If you are a born-again Christian, you will experience the joy and awe of heaven someday. Imagine how amazing it will be to finally look upon our Lord and Saviour Jesus! Grow closer to God in His Word with us - VBS4ever.com There will come a day when all will bow before Him and death will be no more.

It is easy to take for granted the people in our lives God has blessed us with. Almighty God has placed everyone in our path for a reason. Cherish every moment with loved ones because in just an instant any of us could slip into eternity. Grow closer to God in His word - VBS4ever.com Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery … and today is a blessing! Have you thanked God for it? John 11:25-26 - "Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in

Have we become blinded to what God is calling us to do here on earth? How about we live each day to share His truth ... to give away what we've been given? We never know when our time is up; we aren’t promised tomorrow. Grow closer to God through His word - VBS4ever.com Proverbs 27:1 - “Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.” Don't leave here with regret, leave this earth with nothing left! Matthew 6:19-20 - "Lay not up for yourselve

(This is a re-post from July 13, 2022.) Weather. It is so unpredictable! But whether it’s rainy, snowy, cloudy or sunny outside, there can still be sunshine in your soul when Jesus is the Light of your life! John 8:12 - “Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” Grow closer to God in His word - VBS4ever.com Almighty God, Who created the Sun and sends the rain, Love

The greatest man in history had no servants, yet they called him 'Master.' He had no degree, yet they called him 'Teacher'. Had no medicines, yet they called him 'Healer.' He had no army, yet kings feared Him. He won no military battles, yet He conquered the world. He committed no crime, yet they crucified Him. He was buried in a tomb, yet He rose again and lives today. His name is Jesus. Grow closer to God in His word - VBS4ever.com "Let me tell you ’bout my Jesus ... He mak

This year as we celebrate the triumph of the American Spirit, on July 4, 2026, America will celebrate the most important milestone in American history -- 250 years of American Independence. "With a single sheet of parchment and 56 signatures, America began the greatest political journey in human history," said President Trump of this momentous anniversary. What do you know about American history? Can you tell someone all about the battles of Lexington and Concord? or the Batt

The Fourth of July (a/k/a Independence Day) is a federal holiday in the United States celebrating the birth of American independence in 1776, when 13 colonies came together to form the USA. Leaders adopted the Declaration of Independence and since then, festivities such as fireworks, parades, family gatherings and concerts are held to celebrate the holiday. Grow closer to God through His Word - VBS4ever.com Did you know? The only signers of the Declaration of Independence lat

You’ve heard it said, “Live each day as though it is your last.” We truly aren’t promised tomorrow. Proverbs 27:1 - “Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.” Grow closer to God and His Word - VBS4ever.com The Latin phrase “Carpe diem” means “Seize the day.” When your last moment comes, will you look back and say, “I lived exactly as the Lord wanted me to?” Are you living as though you won’t have any regrets? Have you told those closest

If you have been spiritually born into God's family, you are His child, which means you have Two Fathers – an earthly (biological/physical) and One Heavenly (spiritual). What a blessing! What an inheritance! Read our encouraging blog at VBS4ever.com Romans 8:17 - “And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.” Sometimes we are disappointed by our earthly fathers, or they are no

American Patriots and fellow Christians, this Sunday is not only Flag Day, but also the Army's 251st birthday. Let's take a look at some facts about the American flag and the Army. Grow closer to God's Word - VBS4ever.com Flag Day and the American Flag Flag Day, celebrated annually on June 14, is not an official federal holiday, but the president of the United States traditionally proclaims its observance each year. Many towns and cities hold parades and events to celebrate

The ups and downs of life here on earth can be overwhelming at times. It is such a great feeling when we’re in the ‘ups’ and things seem to be going smoothly! But the reality is, if we’re not in a trial at the moment, we’ve either just been through one or are about to be in another one! Does your current battle seem never-ending and it’s wearing you down? Do you feel like you’re at the end of yourself, barely hanging on? Psalms 147:3 - “He healeth the broken in heart, and bin

When it comes to The Holy Bible, do you want a "version" of the truth? or the truth? Do you want God's words or satan's? The world, through satan, has created so many "versions" of what they call the "bible" to cause confusion in the Church. The word "holy" means "set apart." God's pure words are to be set apart from the world, not revised or updated to conform to the world. 1Corinthians 14:33 - “For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the

Memorial Day, a federal holiday dedicated to honoring U.S. military personnel who died in service, will be observed this year on Monday, May 25. Many people confuse Memorial Day with Veterans Day. As much as we enjoy giving extra attention to vets on Veterans Day, Memorial Day is about honoring the fallen men and women who died in service to our country. Memorial Day 2026 - VBS4ever.com The Moment of Silence: Every Memorial Day at 3 p.m. local time, wherever you are and whate

Grow in God's Word - VBS4ever.com Today, the White House is holding an event at the National Mall, calling on Americans of faith to unite in seeking divine guidance for our great nation. The Trump-Vance administration is seeking a powerful return to America's Christian foundation. Today's event promises to be one of the largest gatherings of faithful Americans in recent history. Faith leaders across the country are expected to participate in this historic moment of national u

There's a major upcoming event for Christianity in the nation’s capital on May 17 -- every American is invited to the National Mall for a jubilee of prayer, praise and thanksgiving. The Trump administration's "Rededicate 250" event is the 250th anniversary of May 17, 1776, when the Continental Congress dedicated the day to fasting, humiliation and prayer. This year, Americans are being encouraged to join their fellow patriots in Washington, D.C. and rededicate themselves as ‘