In The Wild - LifeWay VBS 2019
Grab your camera and get ready for wild encounters with Jesus. The new Lifeway VBS is now available at Concordia Supply!
In The Wild Starter Kits
The Must-Have Tools You Need to Plan Your "In The Wild" VBS!

Jump Start Kit
The VBS 2019 Jump Start Kit is filled with planning essentials designed to help your wild adventure get off to the best start.
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Packed inside the handy knapsack you'll find:
- Administrative Guide (Your Director Lifeline!)
- Decorating Made Easy
- One Music for Kids CD
- One Music for Preschoolers CD
- Jump Start Poster
- Directors Slap Bracelet
- Directors Keychain
- One Field Guide: Grades 1–6
- One Field Guide: 3s–Kindergarten
- Catalog
- Promotional DVD
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In The Wild Theme Video
Wild Encounters are on the Way!
Throw on your camera strap and buckle your seatbelt. VBS 2019 takes you on a wild adventure—with elephants and egrets, polar bears and penguins, cockatoos and crocodiles. As you seek out exotic animals, you’ll also find snapshots of real-life encounters with Jesus in Scripture. Kids go from bewildered to believing as they get In The Wild at this summer’s LifeWay VBS.
In The Wild Adventure Map
Theme Verse
But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. John 20:31 (CSB)
Motto
Zoom in! Focus on Jesus!
In The Wild VBS Bible Content
Day-At-A-Glance
Day 1
Encounter in the Temple
Luke 2:41-52
Missions
Kids will learn about Jorge Santiago and how he is helping his hometown in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Maria and encounter Jesus along the way. Kids will also follow Katie and her family as they tell people in Mozambique about Jesus and His love for them.
Crafts
- Hippo Bible Marker (craft pack option)
- Sticks and Stones Travel Game
- Search and Find I-Spy Bottle
Music
- "Why He Came"
Recreation
- Leaping Tag
- Hoop Herds
- Find Your Herd
Snacks
- Traveling Trail Mix More Snack Options
Day 2
Encounter at the River
Matthew 3:1-17
Missions
Kids will learn about Jorge Santiago and how he is helping his hometown in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Maria and encounter Jesus along the way. Kids will also follow Katie and her family as they tell people in Mozambique about Jesus and His love for them.
Crafts
- Whoo's Calling Earbud Holder (craft pack option)
- In The Wild Journal
- Hog Wild Animal Bank
Music
- "What God Has Done"
Recreation
- Animal Chase
- Feed the Elephant
- Fish and Birds
Snacks
- Camera Cheese and Crackers More Snack Options
Day 3
Encounter on the Water
Matthew 14:22-33
Missions
Kids will learn about Jorge Santiago and how he is helping his hometown in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Maria and encounter Jesus along the way. Kids will also follow Katie and her family as they tell people in Mozambique about Jesus and His love for them.
Crafts
- Toucan Clip (craft pack option)
- Courageous Lion Pencil Cup
- Stormy Sea Rain Stick
Music
- "What You're Made For"
Recreation
- In the Boat, In the Water
- Pass the Fox
- Hippo Chomp
Snacks
- Stormy Sea Cups More Snack Options
Day 4
Encounter at the Tomb
John 20:1-18
Missions
Kids will learn about Jorge Santiago and how he is helping his hometown in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Maria and encounter Jesus along the way. Kids will also follow Katie and her family as they tell people in Mozambique about Jesus and His love for them.
Crafts
- Trumpeting Elephant (craft pack option)
- Balancing Butterfly (craft pack option)
- Hummingbird Feeder
Music
- "Worthy of All Praise"
Recreation
- Pack a Backpack
- Leader of the Pack
- Animal Trail
Snacks
- Tiny Tomb More Snack Options
Day 5
Encounter on the Road
Luke 24:13-35
Missions
Kids will learn about Jorge Santiago and how he is helping his hometown in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Maria and encounter Jesus along the way. Kids will also follow Katie and her family as they tell people in Mozambique about Jesus and His love for them.
Crafts
- On the Road Magnet (craft pack option)
- Braying Zebra
- Painting Message Rocks
Music
- "Believe"
Recreation
- Monkey Tails
- Animal Relay
- Balloon Animals
Snacks
- Travel Sandals More Snack Options
In The Wild VBS Music
Listen to the VBS Music
Group Easy VBS features amazing songs by top Christian music pros. Your students will love Roar VBS music and want to listen over and over again!
VBS 2019 Theme Song
In the Wild
Grades 1-6
Why He Came | ► Music Video
What God Has Done | ► Music Video
What You're Made For | ► Music Video
Worthy of All Praise | ► Music Video
Believe | ► Music Video
3s-Kindergarten
These Words Are Written
Jesus is the Son of God
Nobody But Jesus
Jesus Knows My Name
Go Wild!
Beluga Blues
In The Wild