Summary of Routines

David Cain - Juggler for Jesus  

A Few Of David’s Routines

The following has been prepared as a resource for anyone interested in the content of a Juggler for Jesus program. You will find below a short synopsis of a few of the over 200 routines that David Cain can present. Please keep in mind that a program can range in length from ten minutes to two hours based on your needs.

David juggles while reading aloud a randomly selected Bible passage in order to illustrate the fact that we can always find a time to read God’s Word, no matter how busy we are. (Psalm 119)

Beanbags and bouncy balls are juggled to illustrate how the Resurrection makes Jesus very different from every other religious leader throughout history. (Acts 2:31; 1 Cor. 15:14)

In order to discuss God's forgiveness, rings are juggled that turn from red (representing sin) to white (representing forgiveness). (Isaiah 1:18)

A volunteer from the audience helps David add rings to the juggling pattern to illustrate how we can help to add people to God's kingdom by telling them about Jesus.  (Acts 2:47; Acts 5:14 )

Three clubs are juggled in many ways to contrast the truth that Jesus is the only way to heaven.  (John 14:6)

Juggling imitations are performed to illustrate how we are supposed to be imitators of God. (Eph. 5:1-2)

Clubs are juggled over a volunteer to illustrate what genuine faith is really like. (James 2:14-26)

A routine using  five clubs is presented to discuss the fact that Jesus demonstrated His love for us by dying on the cross in our place.  (Rom. 5:8)

David juggles two balls and a handcuff key while handcuffed and frees himself using the key while still juggling. This helps to illustrate that Jesus is the only key that can free us from the chains of sin and death. (Psalm 116:16; John 8:36)

A large ball is spun on a volunteer's finger to illustrate how the combination of God’s power and our willingness to obey Him produces great results. (Eph. 3:20; John 15:5)

A Chinese Rhythm stick is used to tell the story of Paul the apostle. (Acts 9:1-31)

A giant Chinese yo-yo is used to discuss the miracles and ministry of Jesus. (Acts 2:22-24)

Swords are juggled and a message is given about how our words can hurt others, just like a sword. (Prov. 12:18)

A message about our responsibility to be the light of the world is illustrated by juggling while blindfolded. (Matt. 5:14)

A telephone and two balls are juggled to illustrate the importance of making prayer a priority in our lives. (Psalm 17:6; Col. 4:2)

Huge, air-filled garbage bags are juggled to illustrate the importance of not filling our lives with garbage. (Rom. 1:29-31)

The story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead is shared using juggling clubs. (John 11)

Four different types of juggling are performed at the same time to illustrate how Christians should work together using the gifts and abilities that God has given us.  (1 Cor. 12:4-7; Heb. 10:25)

A bowling ball, ping pong ball, and tennis ball are juggled to share a message about the importance of knowing Jesus as your Lord and Savior. (Eph.2:8-9)

A wide variety of props (including Barbie and Ken dolls as well as an apple) are juggled to tell the story of creation, the fall, and redemption of mankind. (Rom. 5:17)

A running hedge trimmer, a sword, and a set rat trap are juggled to discuss the fact that we were created to

Three balls are juggled to illustrate the need not just to believe that God exists, but also to accept Jesus as Lord and Savior. (James 2:19; John 1:12)

A story about a famous, but foolish juggler is told in order to discuss the importance of giving our lives to Jesus Christ. (Matt. 10:39)

Using five balls, David illustrates the importance of keeping our focus on God as we walk through life. (Col. 3:2)

Many additional routines can be presented to create a longer program if so desired.