Keys to the Kingdom

Keys to the Kingdom is a board game that attempts to simulate the Christian life. The players roll the dice and move through 5 concentric bands. In order to progress, one must collect key cards, which represent faith, truth, and humility. Once all of these are collected, it is possible to move into the inner rings. However, once you have reached the inner rings, it is possible to help those who are stuck. You may give up your turn, in order to give one of your key cards to someone in need. For this kind deed, you receive a crown card. There are also a number of obstacles, including pride, doubt, deception, and the sins of flesh. Along the way, one may also need to draw a Scripture card. These include a Bible verse that you need to memorize before its your turn again in order to proceed. The game ends once a player reaches the center or when a timer goes off (the rapture option). The winner is the player with the most crown cards. Thus, victory goes to the player who helped the most other players. OBJECT OF THE GAME (1) To become "born again" (2) Through the Holy Spirit draw closer to God (3) To love your neighbor as yourself (4) To put off the deeds of the flesh and walk according to the Spirit EXPLANATION OF THE GAME BOARD The game board consists of 5 concentric bands, held together by 12 yellow spokes coming together at the center. The largest (outer) band represents the world. The 4 inner bands represent your growth in the Kingdom of Heaven, God, being in the center. The yellow spokes represent the Holy Spirit (leading you closer to God) while Jesus, is represented by the red doors located where the yellow Holy Spirit spokes connect with the world band.