February 8, 2010

Be Angry and Sin Not

Author: Carol T

catechumenThere’s lots of reasons to be mad. The Roman soldiers have captured your beloved mentor and his fellows and taken them to prison. The Roman soldiers are demon possessed and there are many powerful enemies trying to block your way as you try to make it through the catacombs to rescue them.

Catechumen is a Christian computer game that is not just about fighting the bad guys, but trying to open their eyes to the true light of the savior and make them good guys. That’s a twist I, for one, have never seen before in a computer game. This game is rated for teens and does have some violence, but is DOVE family approved. This allows teens the adventure of battling for the good.


February 5, 2010

A Double-Minded Quandry

Author: Carol T

solomons_templeGenerally with Christian games we try not to confuse your kids, but educate or refine them in some good way.  Sometimes that isn’t as easy to pick up on as others. I hope you realize that I’m trying to be humorous :) . That isn’t always as easy to pick up on either.

Solomon’s Temple is really a great Christian board game. The reason I raised the above concern is that each player plays the good guys and the bad guys. As Solomon, you are trying to build your temple, and as the bad guys (the  Babylonians), you are trying to keep the other  player from building his. Throw in a lot of other items and characters and the play gets very interesting. This is a 2 player game, each has their own board and deck of cards. For ages 8 and up. Two Redemption cards are included, King David and King Solomon.


February 3, 2010

A Twist on Family Devotions

Author: Carol T

readandlearnbibleIts always a challenge to get the family together around God’s Word. Everyone has something they think is more important to do. Varying the devotional and sometimes thinking outside of the box may help keep interest alive.

The Read and Learn Bible Is a Christian Computer game that is played on your DVD. It takes you through three stories on Christ’s life. The whole family can play and learn at the same time. This may be a good alternative to traditional devotional time on occasion. Draw the family around and learn about Christ’s life and teachings.


February 2, 2010

Drawn to Have Fun

Author: Carol T

provwisdomClever ways to keep your young people busy and come up with new Christian youth activities can tax your brain. Youth need fun, noisy, interactive ways to play. After a while our brains seem to dry out as we try to come up with new ideas.

Proverbial wisdom is an interactive game that can play up to sixteen people. The premises is familiar. You get a subject and have to relate it to your team with a sketch. But the subjects are Biblical proverbs. What a fun way to challenge your young people and keep Biblical precepts in mind! This game would also be a blast with your older “youth” groups.


February 1, 2010

Classic VeggieTales, Classic Card Game

Author: Carol T

larrycardsThere’s a reason classic card games have been around so long. They’re fun! They’re easy to catch on to, and with kid’s games, there easy for young ones to learn and even win. When Christian card games mimic secular games, they can also be a tool to keep Christian thoughts in our heads as we play.

This card game is much older then you, whoever you are, and has been fun for many generations of children down through the years. Yet making it a VeggieTale game just adds to the fun. Teach your little ones Old Maid with a VeggieTale twist.


January 29, 2010

Swallow the Truth

Author: Carol T

togjonahfishThere is a lot of controversy about the truth of the the story of Jonah and the fish. Many don’t want to believe that our God is able to anything He choses to do. Too many times, Bible stories like these are placed into the catagory of fairy tales and good action flicks by our children.

Tales of Glory stories are educational games that teach our children the real story. You read them the story from the provided book and they play with the figures that come with the book. It helps small children realize the story in actuality. They will want to hear it over and over, and repetition is what learning is all about. Use this tool as a devotional time with small children.


January 28, 2010

Good Christian Fun

Author: Carol T

outburst_bible_edHave you got an hour to use? With any group of Christian friends, youth or children, this is the best way to enjoy it. Be sure there isn’t a sleeping baby near by, because it can get noisy.

Outburst: Bible edition is another remake of a popular game As a Christian board game this is particularly suited for use in church or youth group situations. There is a subject, and 10 target answers for that subject. Your team has to come up with as many of those target answers as they can in sixty seconds. There is a card viewer, passing chips and a lot of laughter. Try this one for a memorable time of fun in your group.


January 27, 2010

Remember Where?

Author: Carol T

flipnfindYoung minds can be pretty sharp, so it you feel threatened by your kids having an advantage, you may not want to play this one with them. I have been frequently beaten by my grandkids when we play memory games, then I get that sympathetic smirk from them that says, poor grandma. But I do win sometimes!

This Christian card game is a memory game that not only gives your kids a chance to win, but reminds them of the good times they’ve had watching VeggieTale movies and playing with other VeggieTale toys and games. This keep them in mind of the lessons they’ve learned from the VeggieTale characters. So let yourself be challenged with this 32 card memory match game. Your kids will love it!


January 26, 2010

The Consequences of Our Actions

Author: Carol T

advodygreatescape_1You can always depend on Adventures in Odyssey to deliver gripping, moral lessons to our children. This Christian computer game is no exception.

Michael and Mandy get into trouble in a virtual game Eugene made because Michael messed with the safety protocols and then the real adventure begins. The kids pit their wits against the computer intelligence set to win! Seven games need completing and emails collected in order to get out of the game in one piece. Many valuable moral lessons are learned. This is recreational time well spent.


January 25, 2010

A Boost to Young Readers

Author: Carol T

powermark4_1Its amazing how fast children’s reading skills improve once they decide they want to read. Finding something to tempt their reading appetite is a challenge. Selecting something that is also moral and uplifting even more of a challenge.

Power Mark Comics are Christian Comics with great stories your kids will want to read again and again. They teach healthy spiritual lessons, and encourage reading time that will help your child in many other areas in school and life. These comics target eight to fourteen year olds, but are enjoyed by just about everyone, preschoolers love to be read to from them, and many adults are avid readers. Add this great encourager to your child’s library.