TRUE NORTH VBS PRAYER GUIDE
From June 23–27, our church will be full of energy, excitement, and eternal impact as over 100 kids and dozens of volunteers gather for VBS at Pataskala Grace. We believe God wants to do something beautiful in every heart—kids, volunteers, and families alike.
This daily prayer guide is an invitation to partner with us in the most important way: through prayer. Each day includes specific requests to lift before God—honest, heartfelt needs we’ll face throughout the week.
Would you commit to praying with us each day? Your prayers will help carry the joy, the chaos, and the gospel forward.
Day 1 – Monday, June 23
Theme: Jesus gives us hope.
Verse: “So be strong and courageous, all you who put your hope in the Lord!” — Psalm 31:24
Pray for Kids:
Day 2 – Tuesday, June 24
Theme: Jesus is always with us.
Verse: “For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
Pray for Kids:
Day 3 – Wednesday, June 25
Theme: Jesus loves us no matter what.
Verse: “Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” — John 13:34
Pray for Kids:
Day 4 – Thursday, June 26
Theme: Jesus is our friend.
Verse: “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” — John 15:13
Pray for Kids:
Day 5 – Friday, June 27
Theme: Jesus is alive!
Verse: “You are the God who performs miracles; you display your power among the peoples.” — Psalm 77:14
Pray for Kids:
This daily prayer guide is an invitation to partner with us in the most important way: through prayer. Each day includes specific requests to lift before God—honest, heartfelt needs we’ll face throughout the week.
Would you commit to praying with us each day? Your prayers will help carry the joy, the chaos, and the gospel forward.
Day 1 – Monday, June 23
Theme: Jesus gives us hope.
Verse: “So be strong and courageous, all you who put your hope in the Lord!” — Psalm 31:24
Pray for Kids:
- That every child feels safe, welcomed, and known—especially first-timers.
- For anxious or overwhelmed kids to experience peace.
- For the seeds of gospel hope to be planted deeply today.
- For energy and excitement as the week begins.
- For joyful attitudes and quick connections with kids.
- That each team member serves with grace and unity.
- For peace as they drop off their kids.
- That their hearts are softened by what their children bring home.
- For those far from God to sense His nearness through this ministry.
Day 2 – Tuesday, June 24
Theme: Jesus is always with us.
Verse: “For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
Pray for Kids:
- For children who feel invisible, lonely, or left out to know Jesus is always near.
- For shy, withdrawn kids to open up and connect.
- For any spiritual battles happening in little hearts to be met with truth and love.
- That yesterday’s energy would be renewed today.
- For patience with unruly or distracted kids.
- For sensitivity to the Holy Spirit’s leading in every interaction.
- For single parents or weary caregivers who need extra grace this week.
- That the truths their kids are learning would begin shaping their homes.
- For courage to visit church or take the next step of faith.
Day 3 – Wednesday, June 25
Theme: Jesus loves us no matter what.
Verse: “Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” — John 13:34
Pray for Kids:
- For kids carrying shame, hurt, or rejection to know Jesus’ unconditional love.
- For those testing boundaries to feel seen and shepherded, not shamed.
- That today’s message cuts through walls and reaches their hearts.
- For strength in the midweek slump—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
- For endurance when routines fall apart or tempers flare.
- That they remember their calling is holy, even when it’s hard.
- For humility and curiosity stirred by their children’s questions and excitement.
- That stories from today lead to deeper conversations about Jesus’ love.
- For openness to the gospel in everyday moments.
Day 4 – Thursday, June 26
Theme: Jesus is our friend.
Verse: “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” — John 15:13
Pray for Kids:
- For real friendships to form among kids who may feel friendless or bullied.
- For children to begin to see Jesus not just as a story—but as a Friend who stays.
- For healing where there’s relational hurt or isolation.
- For unity across teams and grace when things don’t go as planned.
- For discernment in how to encourage or correct with love.
- For a renewed sense of mission—that every moment counts.
- For restored relationships within families marked by grace and kindness.
- For family habits of encouragement and prayer to begin.
- That parents would come to see Jesus as more than a name—their Savior and friend.
Day 5 – Friday, June 27
Theme: Jesus is alive!
Verse: “You are the God who performs miracles; you display your power among the peoples.” — Psalm 77:14
Pray for Kids:
- For clear understanding of the gospel and what it means to follow Jesus.
- For courage to take next steps—trusting Christ, asking questions, sharing faith.
- That the joy of today would echo for weeks and months to come.
- For stamina to finish strong and celebration for all God has done.
- For deep spiritual joy and encouragement as they reflect on the week.
- That every sacrifice this week bears fruit in eternity.
- That the end of the week sparks a new beginning in their walk with God.
- For families to return, plug in, and grow.
- That the Spirit would stir revival in households across our community.