Games in a Bag!

By Chris Dortch

I believe in games. The Greek philosopher Plato once said, "You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of discussion." There has been a stigma attached to youth ministry that all we do is "fun and games." In an effort to counteract the stigma, many have removed all elements of fun from youth ministry. However, laughter and recreation break down walls and open opportunities to build relationships and share biblical truths. The purpose of this resource is to help you build relationships with others that will result in an open door for you to speak truth into their lives.The book is organized according to four stages of group building. Stage 1: The Starting Line is characterized by the formation of teams, getting to know others, and learning the importance of affirmation. Stage 2: The Hurdles is characterized by helping students face challenges and engage in healthy competition. Stage 3: The Stretch is characterized by helping students develop critical thinking skills and discover the importance of cooperation toward a common goal. Stage 4: The Finish Line is characterized by authenticity and trust in relationships.The portability of the book and bag makes it easy to use in small groups, take on mission trips, or keep in the church van for road trips. The intent of the bag is to always have a fun activity ready to go with all (or most) of the necessary supplies at your fingertips.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1549584766
• ISBN13: 9781549584763
• Release Date: August 2017
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 115 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.3" x 6.0"