Leader Guide
Game
- Whiteboard and marker; or chalkboard and chalk
- A small ball—tennis ball, rubber ball—for each team of four children
Write the following on the board:
- Throw
- Roll
- Bounce
- Shout SuperTruth: “God brings unity by His Spirit.”
Let’s say the SuperVerse together. Philippians 2:2:
Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose.
Today we are going to play a game to work together with one purpose.
This game is the most fun if played outdoors, in a gym, or in a large space. Options for smaller classes or smaller spaces:
- Play only two teams at a time, then hold playoffs, with the winners of each round playing each other to determine the fastest team.
- Play with only three children per team and eliminate shouting the SuperTruth.
- Teachers and assistants can play if necessary to complete teams.
- Divide the class into teams of four children.
Teams line up in rows—see diagram, with about 6–8 feet between each player.
If space permits, have all teams play at the same time.
Give a ball to the first player on each team.
Use the board to explain each player’s purpose for each position:
Player 1 throws the ball to Player 2.
Player 2 catches the ball and rolls it to Player 3.
Player 3 catches the ball and bounces it to Player 4.
Player 4 catches the ball and shouts the SuperTruth.
Everyone rotates positions, with Player 4 carrying the ball to stand where Player 1 was. Continue playing until every member of the team has been in each position. The first team to finish wins.
Conclusion: Great job working together to accomplish your purpose. Each player had a different part to play at different times. When we listen to the Holy Spirit and do what He tells us, we can all work in unity and accomplish God’s work. Let’s learn more about our Signpost video and how the Holy Spirit works in God’s people.