09/12/2025
Scrabble Activity
When we did this activity, we began by placing the name of Jesus at the very center because everything starts with Him. From there, one by one, each person laid down their own name, looking for ways to connect with the names already on the floor.
Some points we took away from a simple activity:
• Jesus is the cornerstone. Everything begins with Him. Just like in the activity, His name at the center is the foundation that makes all the other connections possible.
• We are each uniquely placed. Every name mattered, & every piece had to find its spot. Just as each letter & name had its proper place on the board, each of us has been given unique gifts, talents, and abilities by God. Finding your spot means discovering what God has made you to do & using it for His glory, whether through service, encouragement, leadership, speaking, organization, hospitality, technical skills, creativity, etc. When we embrace our place & contribute what only we can offer, the whole body of Christ becomes stronger.
• Connection requires intentionality. Sometimes names connected naturally, other times it took effort or help from others. Relationships in Christ are the same. They thrive when we make the effort to love, understand, & support one another. Even when it's difficult. How we love one another is the clearest evidence to the world that we are His disciples. Every act of patience, every word of encouragement, every hand offered in help, & every invitation given is a visible thread weaving us together, building unity, and showing the beauty of Christ in our lives. When we love with intentionality, the body of Christ doesn’t just function, it shines, it heals, and it draws others into the circle of God’s family.
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