These activities can be adapted to different age groups, making them accessible to everyone
from young children to adults, fostering a deeper understanding and practice of Christian values
in daily life
Here are some activities tailored for teaching Christian values to children or even adults in a fun
and engaging way:
“Kindness Scavenger Hunt” – Participants look for opportunities to perform acts of
kindness, like complimenting someone, helping with chores, or giving small gifts.
Encourages empathy and the love for others as taught in Matthew 22:39.
“The Truth Game” – Players share a truth about themselves or their day, promoting
an environment of trust and honesty.
Reinforces the importance of truthfulness as per Ephesians 4:25.
“Planting Seeds of Patience” – Plant seeds with children and discuss growth and
patience as they wait for the plants to grow
Teaches patience through the natural process, relating to Galatians 5:22-23 on
patience being a fruit of the Spirit.
“Forgiveness Chain” – Each participant writes something they forgive on a paper
link, connecting them to make a chain, symbolizing unity and the power of forgiveness.
Emphasizes the Christian teaching of forgiveness as in Ephesians 4:32.
“Thankfulness Jar” – Every day, write down something you’re thankful for on a slip
of paper and place it in a jar. Read them together at the end of the month.
Cultivates a heart of gratitude, aligning with 1 Thessalonians 5:18.
“Community Service Day” – Spend a day volunteering at a local shelter, food bank,
or participating in community cleanup.
Demonstrates service to others, reflecting Jesus’ teachings in Matthew 25:40.
“Resource Sorting” – Use items like toys or books to teach about stewardship.
Children can decide what to keep, donate, or recycle.
Teaches responsibility for resources, linked to Genesis 2:15 about caring for the
Earth.
“Faith Walk” – A trust-building exercise where participants are blindfolded and
guided by others, symbolizing walking in faith.
Encourages trust in God, akin to Proverbs 3:5-6 about trusting in the Lord with all
your heart.
“Prayer Tree” – Create a tree on a wall or board where each leaf or branch
represents a prayer. Watch the tree grow as prayers are answered or new ones added.
Fosters a culture of prayer and communication with God, based on Philippians 4:6.
“Servant’s Heart” – Assign roles for a day where everyone does tasks they wouldn’t
normally do, like cleaning or serving meals.
Promotes humility and serving one another, as Jesus exemplified in John 13:14-15.
“Respect Circle” – Sit in a circle where each person shares something they respect
about the person next to them.
Encourages respect for others, reflecting Romans 12:10 on honoring one another.