The American Bible Challenge may well be the first religiously themed game show on a secular network. The show premiered this week, and airs Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT on GSN (formerly the Game Show Network). Hosted by Jeff Foxworthy, this program “tests biblical knowledge in culture, history, literature and current events.” While the target audience is evangelicals, consulting producer Maura Dunbar hopes it will reach a much wider audience.
If you would like to get a better feel for what the show is about, watch this brief promotional clip.
So What?
I haven’t seen the show, and am not even sure if I have access to the GSN. Nonetheless, I am intrigued.
- Is this a show you will consider watching? Why or why not?
- What game show type activities have you participated in within the life of your congregation? In what ministry contexts do you find such to be most helpful?