Bible Olympics uses interactive activities to help participants engage with Scripture.
Order of Appearence trains them to see each book as a whole by arranging events in sequence.
Jeopardy!* sharpens recall of key details.
Skits helps teams understand and present important passages in a compelling way.
Finish the Verse tests knowledge of important memory verses.
Together, these activities build understanding and lasting connection with God’s Word.
Order of Appearance
Example
Category:
Setting (Genesis)
Elements:
Babylon, Egypt, Eden, Bethel, Ararat
Correct Order:
Eden (2:8) → Ararat (8:4) → Babylon (10:10) → Egypt (12:10) → Bethel (28:19)
hot tip: Connecting different stories—especially across broader sections of Scripture rather than just a few verses—is one of the most important skills you can have while reading the Bible. This cannot be emphasized enough. Seriously, it’s that big of a deal.
Jeopardy!*
Example
Category:
Dreams for 100
Question:
What did Jacob see going up and down the ramp in Bethel?
Answer:
Jacob saw angels (or messengers).
hot tip: Focus on the who, what, where, when, why, and how of each story. Answer these questions to yourself as you read. Try journaling your responses if it helps connect the pieces.
Skit
Example
Create a skit of Joseph interpreting both of Pharaoh’s dreams.
(Genesis 41:1-40)
hot tip: When creating your skit, stay true to the story and its characters while clearly conveying the lesson so the audience easily understands the message.
Finish the Verse
Example
In Genesis 3:4 it says:
“For God knows that when you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be _____, knowing good and evil.”
Answer Choices
A: Fully Satisfied
B: Like God
C: Like Me
D: Wiser Beyond
Correct Answer
B: Like God
hot tip: A great way to practice is by quizzing each other as you read through a book together. You might be surprised how some verses differ from the way you usually remember them.
Bible Olympics began in 2002 in Houston, Texas, starting with the Gospel of Luke. Since then, it has grown into a dynamic and far-reaching program, with books of the Bible offered across different possible meet formats. Events have taken place in multiple states and even internationally, including locations in Chile, Costa Rica, and Puerto Rico, with Corpus Christi hosting the most meets.
Each competition brings participants together to actively engage with Scripture, combining learning, friendly competition, and community in a way that has kept Bible Olympics thriving for more than two decades.
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