Toss Away Sin

In this Sunday school game, children will “throw away” sin to learn how to grow in faith.
by Leah Pittsinger

TOPICS: Salvation, Sin, Romans Road MATERIALS: Three small trash cans Notebook paper Markers DURATION: Approximately 10 minutes

PREPARATION:

Line up the trash cans in the front of the room in a vertical line (so each one a little farther away).

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Ask the children to use the markers and write a sin on each piece of notebook paper (suggestions include selfishness, lying, gossiping, jealousy, disobeying, hurting others, etc.). Help each child write down at least five sins. Then ask the class to wad up each sin into a paper ball for the game. The children will take turns trying to toss their sin “away” by throwing the paper balls into one of the trash cans. If desired, you may give points for every successful attempt.

Application: The Bible tells us that when we receive salvation by believing in Jesus and asking for forgiveness, we can “throw away” our sins. And, as we choose obedience instead of sin, we will grow closer to God!