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Game Description
Use this Active Game as a discussion starter for youth
on the topic of forgiveness. What does it mean to
forgive? It can also be used as an Easter related activity
to introduce youth to the resurrection of Christ and the
forgiveness we receive as a result of His death on the
cross
Game Materials
For each group:
a Chair
Three of 4 rolls of toilet paper (The cheap rough kind is
just fine!)
Upbeat, active music to create an upbeat game
atmosphere for the youth.
Optionally, you can also use a stop watch to create a sense
of urgency and emphasize the issue of time and speed.
Game Preparation
You can divide the youth into teams by sex, by school, by age
group, or by randomly assigning numbers. Each team of youth
should have a minimum of 3 participants. A nice number is 4
youth per team. You can also call for 4 representatives from
each group and have the rest of the group as spectators to
cheer them on.
Game Play
1. Ask the teams or team representatives to come to the
front of the room.
2. Explain that one member of each team should sit in the
chair while the other three youth will attempt to
completely wrap him/her with the toilet paper.
3. The goal of this game is to cover the youth that is seated
in the chair completely so that no part of the body or
clothing is showing.
4.
5.
The team to finish in the quickest time the

winner. The Youth being wrapped must remain in
place until all teams are finished and judges can
verify the results.
If there are spectators, encourage them to cheer
for their respective teams.
After the Game

1. Tell the seated youth to remain in place.
2. Examine each youth very carefully in front of the whole
group. You will likely find part of an ear sticking out, or a
nose, or foot, a shirt collar or something not covered.
3. Point out to all the youth what is not covered.
Game Discussion: Take it to the Next Level

In the Old Testament, one of the words we translate forgive
(kaphar) actually means to cover. Just as we covered
someone with the toilet paper, we are supposed to cover up
whatever it is they did against us when we forgive them. We
are to cover it up and put it out of sight and out of thought.
Unfortunately, many times our covering is only partial. We

dont cover up everything. There are a few little parts that we
have a difficult time totally covering up. But like a wound that
is not completely covered can become infected and fester,
there are sometimes uncovered wounds of others which also
can fester and cause decay in our relationships. It may only a
small part that is uncovered, but it is just enough to remind
us of the wrong they did.
It is just enough to keep us from completely forgetting whatever it is they did

to hurt us. It can turn into something that you might drag up later, further
jeopardizing the relationship. When we cannot completely forget, we cannot
completely forgive.
A friend of mind in youth ministry reminded me that in our human
forgiveness we can cover the wounds, but only God can bring about true
healing. And sometimes, healing takes time. But in the meantime we must
still move on in life in spite of the pain and still act with forgiveness, all the
while trusting God to bring about the healing we so desperately need.
When it is time to forgive someone, be sure to forgive that person

completely. Cover up all of the transgression so that you can
completely forgive. Matthew 6:14-15 reminds us that when we forgive
others, God forgives us. Our own sins are also covered. (See also
Romans 4:7-8, 1 Peter 1:18-19, I John 1:7, Psalm 85:2; Romans 4:7; I
Peter 5:20) But the incredible part is that God not only covers over our
sin completely, but he cleanses us from all sin and unrighteousness.
He covers us in the blood of Christ and cleanses and heals us.
Take a moment to examine the relationships in your own life. Are

there any relationships where you have been hurt and you have not
yet forgiven the person? Are there relationships where you need to
seek or grant forgiveness? Take a moment of prayer to lift these
relationships and the events up to God. Place it in Gods hands for his
healing and then start living as if the transgression did not occur. Start
living a life of true forgiveness in your relationship with this person.
Let Gods love and forgiveness cover over the transgression. Ask Him
to help you to show love and forgiveness in this relationship just as he
has shown love and forgiveness to us.
Easter Discussion
After playing the game, leave the pile of wrappings on the floor
from all the participants. Then explain:
When Christ was in the tomb he was also wrapped up. He was
covered in burial wrappings. On the cross His blood was shed that
all our sins might be covered in the Blood of Christ. Forgiveness
was complete.
When the women went to the tomb all they saw was a pile of
wrapping, much as we see here. (Point to the pile of wrappings
on the floor) But in the time of Christ the wrappings were cloth
instead of paper and may have included as much as 75 pounds
of spices. And interestingly, the cloth that was used to wrap his
head was folded up. Jesus had not been in a rush to leave. If the
body had been stolen, as some might believe, why would the
wrappings be left behind. Why would the thief take the time to
fold the cloth covering Christs head?
But the most incredible thing about the resurrection story was
not the wrappings that were left behind, but instead was the
fact that Gods forgiveness of us was now complete. The blood
of bulls and sacrifices was never able to truly cover our sin. Only
the blood of Christ, Gods only Son could do that. And the most
incredible thing about it is we are not only covered, we are
cleansed and we are healed. Forgiveness is complete. And
because of this complete forgiveness we must also forgive
others in the same way
If you have not sought the forgiveness of Christ, Now is the time to
do so. You can find complete forgiveness for all of the sin in your life.
God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were
still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8
If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your
heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:9
Jesus said, he who hears My word and believes in Him who

sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment,
but has passed from death into life. John 5:24
Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God
were pleading through us: we implore you on Christs behalf,
be reconciled to God. For He made Him who knew no sin to be
sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in
Him. 2 Corinthians 5:20-21
Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you

completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and
body be preserved blameless at the coming of our
Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful, who
also will do it. 1 Thessalonians 5:23
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The team to finish in the quickest time the

After the Game

Game Discussion: Take it to the Next Level

Unfortunately, many times our covering is only partial. We

It is just enough to keep us from completely forgetting whatever it is they did

When it is time to forgive someone, be sure to forgive that person

Take a moment to examine the relationships in your own life. Are

Jesus said, he who hears My word and believes in Him who

Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you

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