How to Choose the Right Bible Game for Your Class

When choosing a Bible game, consider your class size, age group, room layout, and the lesson’s objective. Younger students respond best to games involving movement, music, and clear visuals—like Left-Right or Charades. Older kids often enjoy strategy and story-driven activities like Bible Trivia or Forbidden Words.

Adaptability is key. I’ve noticed that even a simple game like Bible Charades becomes a classroom favorite when you rotate themes—Old Testament, Jesus’ miracles, women of the Bible, etc.

Need a quick-start option? Many of these games are available in printable formats to make your prep time easier.

Connect Bible Games to the Weekly Lesson

Bible games are most effective when they tie into that week’s Scripture focus. For instance, teaching about kindness? A Scavenger Hunt based on the Good Samaritan helps kids live out the message in an active, memorable way.

💡 Pro tip: Start the game with a short recap of the Bible story. After the game, ask a few reflection questions to connect the experience with the lesson.

Top 10 Bible Games for Sunday School

Game 1: Bible Trivia Challenge

This game tests knowledge and sparks great energy in the room. I usually divide questions into three levels: easy, medium, and advanced. Teams take turns answering, and bonus rounds keep things exciting.

Want to use this right away? You can find ready-to-print Bible trivia sheets to save time on prep.

Game 2: Bible Charades

A fun, no-pressure game that invites everyone to act out characters or stories like “David and Goliath” or “Jesus walking on water.” Even shy students tend to open up when they see their classmates having fun.

For an easy setup, try using printable charades cards that you can cut and use in class.

Game 3: Scripture Scavenger Hunt

This is one of my most engaging go-to games. Use verse clues to guide kids through your classroom or building.

Example:

• Clue 1: Luke 10:33 → Bandages → First-aid box
• Clue 2: Genesis 7:9 → Animals → Stuffed animals bin

Kids love the adventure, and the learning sticks.

Game 4: Left-Right Game: Miracles of Jesus

Perfect for younger kids. Everyone sits in a circle passing an object left or right as you read a Bible story. 

Looking for inspiration? Printable Left-Right story scripts can help guide your version easily.

Game 5: Bible Memory Match

Great for visual learners! Use matching cards to pair symbols, characters, or verses. You can theme it—“Fruits of the Spirit,” “Armor of God,” etc.

Tip: If you don’t want to make your own, check out our ready-to-play printable memory card game sets.

Game 6: Bible Stories Bingo

This one’s always a hit—especially in mixed-age groups. Use a variety of biblical images or names on the boards and call them out with short explanations. I like using themes: Jesus’ Miracles, Old Testament Figures, etc.

If you want a head start, there are printable Bingo cards with biblical themes ready to go.

Game 7: Which Came First?

Present pairs of stories or people (e.g., Moses or David?) and ask kids to choose what happened first. It’s great for learning biblical timelines.

Optional: You can create your own list or use pre-made printable sheets.

Game 8: 5-Second Bible Challenge

This is a high-energy game where kids have 5 seconds to name 3 things based on a biblical category—like 3 animals in the Bible or 3 parables. Quick, fun, and great for transitions.

You can easily make your own prompts—or use printable cards with dozens of fun ideas.

Game 9: Forbidden Words

One student describes a word (e.g., “Noah”) without saying “ark,” “animals,” or “flood.” Great for vocabulary development and creative thinking.

I've laminated my favorite printable sets so they last longer—it’s a simple time-saver.

Game 10: Who Am I? Bible Edition

Tell a sentence about a Bible character, and let players ask yes/no questions to guess who it is. Super fun and perfect for review days!

These are easy to make, but the printable game sheet is ready to go if you want something quick and done for you.

Keep the Experience Meaningful

Whether you're using DIY materials or printables, the goal is the same: making God’s Word come alive through joy, participation, and reflection. Games like these not only teach Scripture but also help kids grow in confidence, community, and faith.

Want to Save Time?

If you'd like a head start with these games, you can find printable versions of many of them designed specifically for Sunday School:

👉 Click here to explore the ready-to-use Bible game printables

Use them as-is or customize for your group—they're made to be flexible, fun, and faithful to the message.