Bible Quiz Games for Groups That Teach and Entertain
Bible Quiz Games for Groups That Teach and Entertain
Perfect for youth group, small groups, family nights, or classrooms. These Bible quiz games are designed to be easy to run, fun to play, and genuinely educationalâso everyone leaves knowing Scripture better.
Quick win: Every format below includes rules, setup, and a readyâtoâuse question set. Pick one and start in five minutes.
Why Bible Quiz Games Work
- Active recall: Questions force the brain to retrieve truthâone of the best ways to learn.
- Short feedback loops: Instant answers create âlearn â test â correctâ cycles.
- Friendly competition: Points, teams, and rounds keep energy (and attention) high.
Pro tip: Keep rounds short (6â10 minutes) and rotate formats to include different learning stylesâaudio, visual, motion, and teamwork.
How to Run a Great Bible Quiz Night (Checklist)
Setup
- Split into balanced teams (3â6 per team).
- Choose 2â3 formats from below (30â45 mins total).
- Print or project questions; prep a scoreboard.
Scoring
- +10 correct, +5 partial, â0 incorrect.
- Bonus: +5 for a verse reference.
- Ties: one lightning question per team.
Gear
- Whiteboards/markers or paper.
- Timer/phone; bell or clap cue.
- Optional: projector or TV.
Sample Scoreboard
| Round | Format | Team A | Team B | Team C |
|---|
| 1 | Classic Trivia | 80 | 70 | 90 |
| 2 | Verse Match | 50 | 60 | 40 |
| 3 | Emoji Stories | 60 | 55 | 65 |
| Total | â | 190 | 185 | 195 |
|---|
10 PlugâandâPlay Bible Quiz Game Formats
1) Classic Team Trivia
How: Ask, teams write answers, reveal together. 10 questions/round.
- Easy: Who led Israel out of Egypt? Moses
- What are the first four books of the New Testament? Matthew, Mark, Luke, John
- Finish the verse: âThe Lord is my shepherdâŠâ âI shall not want.â (Ps 23:1)
2) Lightning Round (Speed Buzz)
How: First hand up answers; limit to 5 seconds. Great tiebreaker.
- Shortest verse in English Bibles? John 11:35
- Fruit of the Spirit that begins with âPâ? Peace/Patience/KindnessâŠ
3) Verse Match
How: Match reference â verse line on cards or screen.
- John 3:16 â âFor God so loved the worldâŠâ
- Phil 4:6â7 â âDo not be anxiousâŠâ
4) Chapter & Theme
How: Give a theme/summary; teams name the book or chapter.
- âArmor of Godâ â Ephesians 6
- âLove chapterâ â 1 Corinthians 13
5) Emoji Bible Stories
How: Show emojis; teams guess the story.
- đ§ïžâ”đïžđ â Noahâs Ark
- đâĄïžđââïž â Jonah
- đ„đ„đđđ„ â Feeding the 5,000
6) Taboo: Bible Edition
How: One teammate describes a word without saying forbidden clues.
- âProdigal Sonâ (no: âparable, father, pigs, Lukeâ)
- âMount Sinaiâ (no: âMoses, Ten Commandments, mountainâ)
7) Sword Drill Relay
How: Call a reference; first to find & read earns points.
- Psalm 119:105 â read aloud, +10
- Micah 6:8 â read aloud, +10
8) JeopardyâStyle Board
How: 5 categories Ă 5 questions (100â500 points). Missed answers pass to the next team.
- Categories: âJesusâ Miracles,â âOT Heroes,â âFinish the Verse,â âWho Said It?â, âPlaces & Mapsâ
9) Picture Clues
How: Show art/maps/items; identify story or location.
- Photo of the Jordan River â Israelâs crossing / Jesusâ baptism
- Shepherdâs staff â Psalm 23 / Davidâs youth
10) Memory Ladder
How: Recite a growing verse/sequence; each player adds the next line or item.
- Beatitudes in order (Matthew 5)
- Armor of God pieces (Ephesians 6)
ReadyâtoâUse Question Pack (30 Mixed Difficulty)
- (Easy) Who built the ark? Noah
- (Easy) Where was Jesus born? Bethlehem
- (Easy) First book of the Bible? Genesis
- (Easy) âFor God so loved the worldâŠâ reference? John 3:16
- (Easy) Name one Gospel writer. Matthew/Mark/Luke/John
- (Medium) Who anointed David king? Samuel
- (Medium) Which prophet confronted Ahab on Mount Carmel? Elijah
- (Medium) âThe LORD is my shepherdâ is in which Psalm? Psalm 23
- (Medium) Who denied Jesus three times? Peter
- (Medium) Fruit of the Spirit list is in which book? Galatians 5
- (Medium) Which city fell after Israel marched seven days? Jericho
- (Medium) âArmor of Godâ chapter? Ephesians 6
- (Medium) Who replaced Judas among the Twelve? Matthias
- (Medium) Who wrote most NT letters? Paul
- (Medium) âBlessed are the poor in spiritâŠâ is from? Matthew 5
- (Hard) Which OT book never mentions God by name? Esther
- (Hard) Who had a vision of dry bones? Ezekiel
- (Hard) Name the prison epistles (any two). Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Philemon
- (Hard) Whatâs the Shema reference? Deuteronomy 6:4â5
- (Hard) First Christian martyr? Stephen
- (Hard) Prophet who confronted David over Bathsheba? Nathan
- (Hard) King who asked for wisdom? Solomon
- (Hard) In Revelation, how many churches receive letters? Seven
- (Hard) Whereâs the âlove chapterâ? 1 Corinthians 13
- (Expert) Who were Mosesâ siblings? Aaron and Miriam
- (Expert) Two books written by Luke? Luke and Acts
- (Expert) Hebrew names of Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego? Hananiah, Mishael, Azariah
- (Expert) Name the âWeâ passages author and book. Luke in Acts
- (Expert) âJust shall live by faithâ appears in three NT booksâname two. Romans, Galatians, Hebrews
- (Expert) Which letter addresses Melchizedek extensively? Hebrews
Make it adaptive: +5 bonus when a team cites the correct verse reference, even if the base question didnât ask for it.
AgeâandâSetting Guide
Kids (8â12)
- Emoji Stories, Picture Clues, Classic Trivia
- Short rounds (5â7 Qs), stickers as prizes
Teens
- Jeopardy Board, Lightning, Sword Drill Relay
- Team captains; bonus for memorized verses
Adults
- Chapter & Theme, Taboo, Jeopardy Board
- Include application questions for discussion
Mixed / Family
- Rotate formats each round
- Balance teams by age & Bible familiarity
Make It Interactive with an App (Optional)
- Streaks & Reminders: Keep momentum between meetings.
- Question Banks: Pull new sets weekly without prep.
- Microâquizzes: 60âsecond checks that boost retention.
- Group Leaderboards: Friendly competition, visible progress.
Ascend tieâin: Build a monthly âQuiz Nightâ path with tokens, badges for perfect rounds, and verseâmemory side quests.
Frequently Asked (Fast Answers)
How long should a quiz night be? 30â60 minutes. Aim for 3 rounds + a final lightning tiebreaker.
What if skill levels are uneven? Mix teams; award âreference bonusesâ so deepâdivers contribute without dominating.
Can we combine games? YesâClassic Trivia â Verse Match â Emoji Stories is a great flow for all ages.
Printable Quick Start
- Choose 3 formats, print this page, and cut questions into cards.
- Set scoring: +10 correct, +5 reference, â0 wrong.
- Set a 60âsecond timer per question. Ready⊠go!
WrapâUp Idea
End by reading one featured passage together and asking, âWhat did we learn about Godâs character tonight?â Games are the hook; worship is the point.