Impact: It is very important that we are aware that God is constantly speaking to us and wanting to give us guidance. It is also very important that we know that Satan is vying for our attention as well. This game will reinforce the need of the Christian to strive to hear God’s voice. We must also know that we can only recognize Gods voice by knowing his WORD!
"My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me."
John 10:27
Set Up: 1 Bucket or Box large enough to hold a ball (The Target),1 Ball,1 Blind fold, 4 Players to Start, 4 Index Cards with individual instructions from below (to be read or informed silently before playing).
If equipment is available, game can be played at multiple stations with more than four
players at a time.
On the index cards write:
Player 1: God – As God you need to stand in a location that is near the basket (target). Remain calm and collected through the game. Your object is to calmly give instructions to The Christian on how to get the ball in the basket. Don’t harass The Christian. Always speak calmly yet persistently.
Player 2: Satan – As Satan your object is to tell The Christian what to do. You DON’T want The Christian to hit the Target. You are a very high-pressure player. Run in circles frantically around The Christian. Be very persuasive about him/her following YOUR set of instructions. You DON’T want The Christian to get even NEAR the target.
Player 3: The Christian – As The Christian your job is to listen and follow instructions that are being given. You’ll have to make choices to hit the target! Put on your blind fold.
Player 4: The Holy Spirit – As The Holy Spirit you need to stand right next to The Christian and always have your hand on his/her shoulder. You need to find out before the game starts who is playing the role of God. When The Christian follows Gods instructions, move him/her one step closer to the basket. When The Christian follows Satan’s instructions, give him a good pinch in the side. SAY NOTHING…YOU’RE A SILENT PLAYER.
