This cool sports-themed series will teach how to be a Game Changer for the Kingdom of God. Just as there are pivotal moments or ‘plays’ in every ball game that can swing the outcome, there are Game Changing moments in our lives that can result in great victories for God. The bible is also full of game changing moments, made by regular guys and ladies, which resulted in unthinkable wins for the Kingdom. This lesson will teach kids that there will be many opportunities in their own life to make a ‘play’ or to ‘do something’ that will have a huge, positive impact, on their life and the life of others. But it will take courage and confidence in God to make the big ‘play’.

Theme Verse for series: This is what will make you successful; following the directions and doing the things that God commanded……….. Have Courage! Take charge! Don't be timid; don't hold back. 1 Chronicles 22:13 (msg).

Weekly Lesson titles and related bible stories –

Week 1 Title - Game changing FAITH
Bible Story Reference: Joshua & Caleb lead the Israelites
Lesson Topic: Having Faith to obey despite fear

Week 2 Title - Game changing LEADERSHIP
Bible Story Reference: Deborah leads the attack against Jabin
Lesson Topic: Seeking God’s wisdom / Leading by example

Week 3 Title - Game changing PASSION
Bible Story Reference: Elisha seeks a double portion
Lesson Topic: Power comes from a passionate pursuit of God

Week 4 Title - Game changing COURAGE
Bible Story Reference: Esther boldly approaches the King
Lesson Topic: God’s favor and protection is with us

Week 5 Title - Game changing COMEBACK
Bible Story Reference: Peter is restored and preaches around the world
Lesson Topic: Coming back from sin or failure

Week 6 Title - Game changing MESSAGE
Bible Story Reference: John the Baptist points to Jesus
Lesson Topic: Boldly pointing others to Christ

This curriculum includes PowerPoint slides, take home family devotion sheets, small group discussion sheets, object lessons, character/puppet skits, games, related movie clip suggestions & more!