When the Rubber Hits the Road

There have been many memorable experiences this week with VBS. One of my favorites occurred on the first night of Bible teaching as I was leading a group of 2nd graders in their lesson. Given the "Beach" theme of our week, I was dressed appropriately...shorts, sandals, a very colorful Hawaiian shirt, and of course, a blue beach hat to complete the ensemble. I later learned that one of our 2nd grade Shepherds (a long-time member by the way!) was wondering all along "who is the teacher" and did not recognize me until I spoke! Too funny! You see, it is rare to witness your pastor wearing shorts and sandals, to say nothing about a wild print beach shirt and especially a hat—my outer form was changed, but when I spoke the connection was made that despite outward appearances, this guy was your pastor!

Our message this week corresponds with our VBS theme verse of Romans 12:2, and with the inclusion of verse 1, we will learn what God's word has to say about two very important topics: Conforming and Transforming, and the vital difference between the two.