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Joseph’s Journey

For summer camp this year, I’ve written ten Challenges (Bible activities for small groups and a leader to do together – sometimes in competition with other groups) and some large group lessons on the story of Joseph. They are all … Continue reading

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Priorities – Mary vs. Martha (DEVOTION)

Read the following Scriptures, and discuss the questions below as a table group. Luke 10:38-42 John 11:1-3, 17-44 John 12:1-8 Compare and contrast the two sisters. What is Mary doing that is similar in each of these Scriptures? What is … Continue reading

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Zing, Zang, Zowie! (ICEBREAKER)

Time 10 minutes Description This fun icebreaker energizes and adds some silliness to a workshop.  It requires focus and concentration. Materials ·      None Preparation ·      None Procedure Use the following script (or modify to suit your needs): “Let’s do an … Continue reading

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Negotiation Game (GAME)

Audience Children, Teens, Adults Time 30-40 minutes (longer if you use the Bible study at the end) Description This game teaches about negotiation skills and going for win-win.  It has elements of a “Gotcha” activity (an activity where participants are … Continue reading

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Name That Christmas Carol (ACTIVITY)

Time 15-20 minutes Description This is a fun activity to play during Christmastime.  Participants try to guess familiar Christmas carols from the complicated synonyms on the worksheet. Scriptures None Materials Worksheet (attached) Something for each participant to write with Preparation … Continue reading

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Full Body Rock, Paper, Scissors (ICEBREAKER)

Time 10 minutes Description This fun icebreaker can be an energizing way to get participants going, or you can use it to select people for certain activities.  It’s the familiar game of Rock, Paper, Scissors with a twist.  This game … Continue reading

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Outer Zebox (ICEBREAKER)

Time 25-40 minutes (depending upon group size) Description This fun icebreaker can be an energizing way to get participants thinking out of the box. Materials o  Flipchart paper (several sheets for each group) o  Markers (different colors to allow for … Continue reading

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Kingdom Tag (GAME)

Time 15 minutes (or more, depending upon how many rounds of tag you play) Description This game illustrates evangelism in a high-energy, fun way through a game of tag.  It’s a very quick game, so you will probably want to … Continue reading

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God’s Dream

Time 45-60 minutes Description This is game that helps participants understand that God’s dream for their lives has to be discovered and that it usually requires the help of others to complete.  It was developed for adults but can be … Continue reading

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Finding God’s Path

Time 30 minutes Description This object lesson teaches about the challenges involved in seeking God’s will as we do our daily walk. Materials Masking tape 150 note cards A marker or something to write with Answer Keys for Facilitator and … Continue reading

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