Sketch & Scripture

One player draws a Bible scene while everyone else races to guess what it is.

Create a room

You will host a new room for Sketch & Scripture. Share the code with friends once it's created.

About Sketch & Scripture

Sketch & Scripture is a drawing and guessing game with a Bible twist. One player draws a Bible person, place, object or story, and everyone else types guesses as the picture appears. Everyone takes a turn at drawing.

It is a group game only, so every player needs their own device and there is no solo mode. The host chooses the categories (people, places, objects and symbols, stories and events), Old Testament and New Testament prompts, the number of rounds and the length of each drawing turn.

Ages: All ages, as long as players can type a guess. Drawing skill doesn't matter, and bad drawings are half the fun.
Group size: 3-8 players works best, and at least 2 are needed. Each player needs their own device.
Round length: Each turn is as long as the host sets. A full game is every player drawing once per round, so allow 15-30 minutes.

Tips for teachers and leaders

It works well as an end-of-week reward or youth group icebreaker, because it gets quieter students laughing and joining in.
Tell drawers to choose the prompt they can draw most easily, not the one they know best. Simple shapes beat detail.
Use the host settings to match your lesson. If you have just finished the Old Testament, switch off New Testament prompts.
Spelling matters for guesses, but capital letters, punctuation and a leading "the", "a" or "an" don't. Mention this to avoid frustration.

Ways to vary it

Category focus: choose only People or only Places to match your current topic.
Easy mode for younger groups: use the easy setting and a longer drawing timer.
Teach back: after each turn, the drawer says one thing they know about the person or story.

Frequently asked questions

How many players do I need for Sketch & Scripture?

You need at least two players, and three to eight is best. It is a group game, and every player needs their own device.

How is Sketch & Scripture scored?

A correct guess is worth up to 100 points, and the sooner you guess the more you get. The first player to guess correctly gets an extra 20 points, and the drawer gets 10 points for every player who guesses correctly.

Do I have to be good at drawing?

No. Pick the prompt you can draw most easily and start with the most recognisable shape, like an ark, a cross or a lion.

Can I play on my own?

No. Sketch & Scripture needs at least two players, so create a room and share the code.

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