We like games around here.
I made up this game for the April issue of HomeFront and it was a HUGE hit. I call it Growing Gestures and we can’t stop laughing every time we play.
What!?? You don’t believe me?!
Try it.
A popular phrase is, “Preach the gospel, and if necessary, use words.” Modeling helps us tangibly see the gospel play out in our own lives, and shows others what we believe. During dinner this month play Growing Gestures then get your children talking with the questions below. And remember, even eating dinner together as a family is modeling Jesus’ desire for community in our lives.
How to play: One person does a gesture (any kind of hand/body/head motion easily executed while sitting at the table), the next person does the first gesture and adds one of their own, and the third person does the first two gestures and adds another. Keep going around the table until someone messes up or you are laughing too hard to finish!
Conversation starter: We just played a game where we learned a motion, copied it, and then added our own motion. The things we do in our lives, work in a similar way – we see a behavior, copy it, learn from it and make it our own. Jesus showed us the ultimate example of love, by choosing to die for our sins on the cross. Let’s talk about ways we can be a Christ-like example for others.
- Do you think actions speak louder than words when it comes to our faith?
- What is Christ-like behavior mean to you?
- What are some examples from the Bible about Jesus’ life that can teach us on how to live our lives?
- Who do you see modeling Christ-like behavior?
- What are some good examples of following Christ you have seen in our family?
- What are things you would like to do to show others you believe in Jesus’ Resurrection?
I hope you have as much fun as we did, while playing this game. It is so fun and silly!
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