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Rules of Engagement

Ways to play

Allocate 45–90 minutes. Sit close together with a favorite Bible nearby. Play solo or with 2–8 players. Assign a scribe and a moderator. Open and close in prayer. Everyone wins.

45–90 min

Quality time, no distractions

2–8 players

Or solitary reflection

Open & close in prayer

No right or wrong answers

Twelve play modes

Creative

Bible Verse Link-Up

For each card's theme, search for and share a relevant Bible verse — try to find one beyond the printed reference.

  1. 1.Draw a card and read the theme aloud.
  2. 2.Each player searches for a related verse.
  3. 3.Discuss how the verse informs the questions on the card.
Creative

Emotion Pictionary

Draw a representation of the theme or an answer — no words. Others guess and discuss once revealed.

  1. 1.Draw a card and pick a question to illustrate.
  2. 2.Sketch the theme without using any words.
  3. 3.Reveal and discuss the answers together.
Creative

EI Story Time

Using a question as a prompt, tell a story from your life, a Bible story, or one you make up that illustrates the principle.

  1. 1.Use a question or activity as the prompt.
  2. 2.Tell a story — personal, biblical, or imagined.
  3. 3.Invite the family to ask questions or add to it.
Reflective

Gratitude Circles

Pull cards and share things you are grateful for related to the topic or questions listed.

  1. 1.Each player draws a card.
  2. 2.Share gratitude tied to the topic and questions.
  3. 3.Foster positivity and thankfulness as a group.
Creative

Charades with a Twist

Like traditional charades, but act in a way that embodies Christ-like emotional intelligence from the card.

  1. 1.Draw a card silently.
  2. 2.Act out Christ-like EI tied to the questions.
  3. 3.Guess and discuss the principle shown.
Creative

Scripture Scramble

Work together to find as many Bible verses as possible that relate to the topic within a set time.

  1. 1.Set a timer and draw a card.
  2. 2.Race to find related verses together.
  3. 3.Discuss how the verses apply to the questions.
Reflective

Pass the Prayer

A card is read aloud; one player starts a prayer on the topic, then passes it to the next to add their thoughts.

  1. 1.Read the card aloud together.
  2. 2.Begin a prayer based on the topic.
  3. 3.Pass it around until everyone has contributed.
Creative

Wisdom Web

Sit in a circle. Share answers, then toss a ball of yarn to another while holding the end — a web of shared wisdom.

  1. 1.Read your card and share your answers.
  2. 2.Toss the yarn to someone, holding your end.
  3. 3.Watch the web of interconnectedness grow.
Creative

EI Challenge Course

Set up a small obstacle course where each station has an EI challenge from a card. Complete and discuss each.

  1. 1.Build stations, each with a card challenge.
  2. 2.Progress through the course as players.
  3. 3.Discuss answers upon completing each station.
Reflective

Faithful Reflections

Shuffle the deck face down. Draw a card and reflect on the topic, answering the five questions for discussion.

  1. 1.Draw a card and reflect on the topic.
  2. 2.Answer the five questions for discussion.
  3. 3.Discuss how it relates to personal, professional, and spiritual life.
Reflective

Empathy Exchange

Draw a card and share a personal experience related to the topic, focusing on empathy and understanding.

  1. 1.Draw a card and share a related experience.
  2. 2.Focus on empathy and understanding.
  3. 3.Discuss how to support each other in growing empathy.
Reflective

Relationship Revelation

Deal each player a set of cards. Share insights on relationship management and how to improve interactions.

  1. 1.Deal a set number of cards to each player.
  2. 2.Share insights on relationship management.
  3. 3.Offer advice based on the scripture verses.

Pillar-specific formats

Use only the 30 cards from one pillar for these focused sessions.

Self-Awareness

  • Reflection Circle
  • Journaling Challenge
  • Scripture Study
  • Accountability Partners
  • Meditation Walk

Self-Management

  • Self-Reflection Solo
  • Group Discussion
  • Time Management Challenge
  • Scripture Memory Race
  • Spiritual Journaling Challenge

Empathy / Social Awareness

  • Empathy Role-play
  • Empathy Challenge
  • Scripture Connection
  • Empathy Reflection Journaling
  • Empathy Team Building

Relationship Management

  • Relationship Building Challenge
  • Role-play Therapy
  • Relationship Reflection Walk
  • Communication Challenge
  • Relationship Scripture Match
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