Jesus is our path to peace! 

At Camp Chaos, kids learn how Jesus is our path to peace in a chaotic world. In the external mess we live in, Jesus helps us focus on what's good.

In a Chaotic World, Jesus is Our Path to Peace.

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Camp Chaos VBS Overview

 
The Bible begins with an image of chaos. 
 
Genesis 1:1-2
"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.  Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters."
 
At this point, the initial ingredients of creation exist in states of formlessness, emptiness, and darkness. In the Bible, waters are often used to symbolize chaos and disorder. Soon God’s creative acts will transform the chaos into order and beauty. But initially, creation exists in a state of mayhem. And where is God?
 
He is over the waters. He is above it all. 
 
In these chaotic times, we need to be reminded that our God is above the chaos. This truth is lived out in the words and actions of Jesus. In the Gospels, we learn that…

Jesus Is Our Strength In Chaos - Day 1 VBS Lesson

Key Verse: "Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock." Matthew 7:24

Scripture: The Wise & Foolish Builders, Matthew 7:24-27

In this parable, Jesus describes how the firm foundation of His teaching gives us the strength to stand firm in the chaotic storms of life.

Main Idea: Jesus is our Strength in the midst of chaos.

Dress Up Theme: Move Out Monday
Gear up for adventure as we kick off our wild week.

Jesus Cares For Us In Times Of Chaos - Day 2 VBS Lesson

Key Verse: "You prepare a table for me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows." Psalm 23:5

Scripture: Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand, Matthew 14:13-21

Devastated from the news of John the Baptist’s death, Jesus crosses a lake so that He can be alone. He arrives on the other side to find that a demanding, hungry crowd has tracked Him there.

Main Idea: Jesus is our Provider in the midst of chaos.

Dress Up Theme: Your Way Tuesday
Are you a Camper or a Glamper?

Jesus Saves Us From Chaos - Day 3 VBS Lesson

Key Verse: "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness." 1 John 1:9

Scripture: Jesus Saves a Sinful Woman, John 8:1-11

A crowd of men stand ready to throw stones at a woman caught in sin as they demand a snap judgement from Jesus, forcing Him to choose between law and compassion.

Main Idea: Jesus is our Savior in the midst of chaos.

Dress Up Theme: Wildlife Wednesday
Mountain lions, and tigers, and bears… Oh yes!

Jesus Is Our Peace In Chaos - Day 4 VBS Lesson

Key Verse: "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:7

Scripture: Jesus Calms the Storm, Mark 4:35-41

The disciples are finally at peace once Jesus calms the life-threatening storm. But He is peace, even as the storm rages on. Jesus is our only path to peace.

Main Idea: Jesus is our Peace in the midst of chaos.

Dress Up Theme: Thicket Thursday
Get your green game going and be at one with nature.

Jesus Kicks Out The Chaos - Day 5 VBS Lesson

Key Verse: "The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace." Romans 8:6

Scripture: Jesus Heals Jairus’s Daughter, Mark 5:21-43

A frenzied crowd converges with a funeral procession. Shouting and wailing are soon joined by jeering, laughter, and heckling. But Jesus handles this chaos the same way He handles ours.

Main Idea: Jesus puts the chaos outside.

Dress Up Theme: Frazzled Friday
After a long week of light sleep, and no showers, we are looking pretty rough.

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