Halfhearted or Wholehearted
Game
20 examples of
behaviors kids might show, illustrating wholeheartedness or halfheartedness.
You can read these aloud and ask, *"Wholeheartedness? or Halfheartedness?"*
to encourage kids to reflect on their actions. I’ve also included a verse from
the KJV 1611 Bible to guide the discussion:
(Colossians 3:23). *"And whatsoever ye
do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;"*
1. Helping a friend clean up after an activity without being
asked—Wholeheartedness?
2. Saying "thank you" when reminded, but not
meaning it—Halfheartedness?
3. Offering to share a toy with a classmate who looks
sad—Wholeheartedness?
4. Complaining about chores while doing
them—Halfheartedness?
5. Praying sincerely for a sibling who's
sick—Wholeheartedness?
6. Mumbling prayers quickly to finish
faster—Halfheartedness?
7. Making a handmade card to cheer up a
neighbor—Wholeheartedness?
8. Saying kind words to someone while secretly feeling
jealous—Halfheartedness?
9. Listening attentively to a Sunday school
teacher—Wholeheartedness?
10. Daydreaming during a Bible story—Halfheartedness?
11. Volunteering to set the table without being
told—Wholeheartedness?
12. Only helping with homework when
rewarded—Halfheartedness?
13. Singing worship songs with joy and
enthusiasm—Wholeheartedness?
14. Pretending to sing in worship but thinking about
something else—Halfheartedness?
15. Inviting a new student to join a game at
recess—Wholeheartedness?
16. Refusing to play with others unless it’s your favorite
game—Halfheartedness?
17. Forgiving a friend who hurt your
feelings—Wholeheartedness?
18. Telling on a classmate just to get them in
trouble—Halfheartedness?
19. Cleaning up spilled milk, even when it's not
yours—Wholeheartedness?
20. Only apologizing when pressured to do
so—Halfheartedness?
These examples help children discern how their attitudes and
behaviors align with serving and loving God “heartily.”
Chores: Half Heartedly Wholeheartedly
a list of 20 examples related to doing chores that can help
kids reflect on whether they're showing wholeheartedness or halfheartedness.
You can read these aloud and ask, *"Wholeheartedness? or
Halfheartedness?"* I've also included a verse to guide the conversation:
*"And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto
men;"* (Colossians 3:23, KJV 1611).
:
1. Sweeping the floor thoroughly to make it
spotless—Wholeheartedness?
2. Leaving crumbs on the table after being asked to clean
up—Halfheartedness?
3. Folding laundry carefully and organizing it
neatly—Wholeheartedness?
4. Stuffing clothes in a drawer without folding
them—Halfheartedness?
5. Taking out the trash without needing a
reminder—Wholeheartedness?
6. Complaining loudly about being asked to take out the
trash—Halfheartedness?
7. Cleaning the dishes and wiping the counters
afterward—Wholeheartedness?
8. Washing the dishes but leaving some food stuck on
them—Halfheartedness?
9. Helping a sibling tidy up their room without being
asked—Wholeheartedness?
10. Tidying up your own space but leaving a mess
elsewhere—Halfheartedness?
11. Cheerfully singing or humming while doing
chores—Wholeheartedness?
12. Dragging your feet and grumbling while
dusting—Halfheartedness?
13. Remembering to water the plants
daily—Wholeheartedness?
14. Forgetting to water the plants despite being
told—Halfheartedness?
15. Picking up toys promptly after
playtime—Wholeheartedness?
16. Putting toys away in the wrong places to finish
faster—Halfheartedness?
17. Helping clean up after dinner without being
asked—Wholeheartedness?
18. Pretending not to notice when extra help is
needed—Halfheartedness?
19. Volunteering to clean something that isn’t your
mess—Wholeheartedness?
20. Doing only the bare minimum just to say “I’m
done!”—Halfheartedness?
These examples encourage kids to reflect on their actions
and attitudes when doing chores, fostering a deeper understanding of how to
serve "as unto the Lord." Let me know if you’d like me to expand on
this or tailor it for different age groups! 😊
