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Give each person three index cards. Have them write one of their personality traits on each card. Then have them find someone in the group that has one of the same traits as they wrote down. Once they find that person, have him/her write his/her name on the card. Repeat the process until each of the three index cards are done. You may not use the same person twice.

Topics:	Fun, Icebreakers, Personality, Personality styles
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	1 Samuel 18:1-4
Date Added:	October 12, 2004

Give each person an index card or small slip of paper. Ask them to think of someone they would be willing to follow into an unknown wilderness. Ask them to list 3 characteristics that person would need to have. (i.e. compassionate, tough, visionary, etc.)

Topics:	Character, Discussion starters, Icebreakers, Personality, Personality styles
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Matthew 4:19, Matthew 16:24, Mark 1:17
Date Added:	November 12, 2003

Leader: Put the following names on index cards or small pieces of paper (one name on each card) and pass the cards as they answer the question.

Which of the following colorful names would best describe your personality? Why?

• Gung Ho! Gregory
• Slow as a herd of turtles Sam
• Nervous Nellie
• Sharp as a tack Shane
• Sparkplug Sally
• Dancin' Dina
• Better Late than Never Bill
• Devoted Dan
• Passionate Patsy
• Steady Stan
• Hilarious Hanna

Topics:	Icebreakers, New groups, New leader, Personality, Personality styles
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead, New leader
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Daniel 1:7, Revelation 2:17
Date Added:	June 12, 2003

What happens to you when someone says, "No way! You can't do it. It's impossible!"?

a. Wipe my sweaty palms on my jeans and quickly agree.

b. The hair on the back of my neck bristles and I reply, "Oh yes, I can. Just watch and see."

c. I look for excuses not to try so that I will not look too silly.

d. In my mind, I immediately start formulating a plan in which to reach the goal.

Topics:	Character, Discussion starters, Icebreakers, Personality, Personality styles
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Matthew 19:26, Mark 9:23, Mark 10:27
Date Added:	May 12, 2003

When thinking of a softball team, in which position do you most see yourself?

• Pitcher: center of the game, decisive
• Short stop: quick on my feet, leader
• Baseman: playing my part as I have been placed, dependable
• Catcher: tough player, protector
• Out fielders: ready for the big hit, cheerleader

Topics:	Character, Discussion starters, Icebreakers, Personality, Personality styles, Questions, Sharing
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	1 Corinthians 9:24, 2 Timothy 2:4-5
Date Added:	June 12, 2002

Which of the following drinks describes your personality? Why?

• Water: refreshing and complimentary
• Soda: bubbly and sweet
• Juice: fruity and refreshing
• Milk: easy going and fortifying
• Coffee: strong and serious

** You can do three things with this: write each of the responses on an index card and pass the cards to use as prompters for answering the question. OR,

1. Bring one example of each drink.
2. Tape the description to the outside of the container.

Topics:	Connecting, Creativity, Discussion starters, Icebreakers, Personality, Personality styles
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Job 32:19, Psalm 52:8, Psalm 119:83
Date Added:	March 12, 2002

Outside of your family, where would you say your personality, who you are today, was shaped?

• Junior high school
• High school
• Church
• Club or Organization
• College
• First Job

Topics:	Character, Discussion starters, Icebreakers, Personality, Personality styles, Sharing
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Psalm 139:1-6
Date Added:	March 12, 2002

Bring these items to group:

Lotion
Razor
Shampoo
Hair spray
Deodorant

Put these items in a basket or on a tray and pass the basket/tray so that people can pick out the item as they complete this sentence, "I am most like ___________ in that I _______________." For example, "I am most like this lotion because I try to be a soothing person."

Topics:	Discussion starters, Icebreakers, Interaction, Personality, Personality styles
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Job 32:19, Psalm 52:8, Psalm 119:83
Date Added:	February 12, 2002

Christmas trees are decorated with ornaments of family traditions, memories and personality. If your life was represented by a Christmas tree what would you hang on it to tell the world who you are?

Topics:	Advent, Character, Christmas, Discussion starters, Holidays, Icebreakers, Personality styles
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Matthew 2:1-12, Luke 2:8-20
Date Added:	November 12, 2000

Write the following instructions on index cards. One per card.

• Say "uhm" after each word of your answer.
  
  
• Put your shoes on and take them off as you share your answer.
  
  
• Stand up and turn your back from the group while answering the question.
  
  
• After each sentence blink three times.
  
  
• After every three words say, "hallelujah."
  
  
• After each sentence cross and uncross your legs.
  
  
• After every four words laugh.
  
  
• Stand up and make a complete turn after each sentence of your answer.
  
  

Topics:	Fellowship, Fun, Humor, Icebreakers, Personality, Personality styles
Filters:	Facilitator, Group Leader, Host, Lead
Purpose:	Fellowship
References:	Judges 17:6
Date Added:	February 12, 2000