When you hear the word ‘promise’, what comes to mind? Honor? Commitment? Covenant?

Psalm 145:13 says ‘The Lord is trustworthy in all he promises and faithful in all he does.’

Our 2023 YES Bible Camp theme was ‘Promise Keeper’. Our kids had the opportunity to learn more about God’s promises to them. How He cares for us, loves us and keeps our hearts delighted Him. Combine that with the beautiful front row view of His creation and you have dozens of children enjoying nature, building friendships and being led by God’s word.

Upon arrival, our YES children beamed with fresh excitement! It’s a big shift to escape the walls of Nashville’s inner-city to the refreshing solitude of the outdoors. The bright stars substituted city streetlamps. The hum of cars and sirens were replaced with the tunes of frogs and crickets. For one week, YES kids were offered a break from the urban bustle. They enjoyed playing water-kickball and ziplining through the woods. Traditional activities such as tye-dying, basketball, wading through the creek and devo by the campfire are always a must at YES Bible Camp. The time spent was full of many firsts and memories to last a lifetime.

By the week’s end, our staff saw a visual relief of stress and tension fall from our children’s shoulders. The trouble of growing up too fast melted away and the innocence of just wanting to be a kid prevailed. God’s love and His promises led to restoration, connection and friendships that were life changing.

Thank you for praying for us, sponsoring our children and helping us

teach God’s children that He truly is a Promise Keeper!