Juggling

David Buckner

Get Attention:
The nature of juggling is extreme visual stimulation, thus  creating entertainment. Juggling is not only something that  will gather a whole lot of attention; it will hold the  attention of many people for a long period of time if done  effectively. Some basic tips for effective use of juggling  are:

• Don't be mediocre. Practice enough to where a number  of tricks have been mastered. Otherwise, there is no  reason for people to give you a portion of their  valuable time.
• If at all possible, communicate with and involve those  who are watching.  - Toss a ball to a kid and have them toss it back  to you.  - Learn a simple trick that can be done with a  volunteer.  - Have a "show" planned out so as to sufficiently  entertain onlookers. If they can tell that you've  prepared something and that there will be a  definite "finale," there is a better chance of  them staying around until you are finished. - Incorporate jokes with your communication. - Oh yeah, make sure to COMMUNICATE with them.  You're the center of attention and they expect  you to talk to them . . . not ONLY juggle.
• Try to incorporate something unique into the juggling.  Simple three-ball tricks are good, but something  unexpected is better for this type of attention  getting.

Do Something Eternal With A Moment:
Once the attention is attained, it is our responsibility to  insure that Jesus is glorified in that time. While  juggling, there are many devotional moments that can be  incorporated into a routine. With some thought and  creativity, someone who knows some basic tricks can figure  out how to turn a trick into a practical spiritual lesson.  Even if a beginning juggler wanted to plant a seed, they  could do some basic juggling, then simply end and begin to  talk to whoever was around. One of our keys to planting  seeds is to never just end a "performance" time without  immediately mingling with the audience. Remember, if  possible, have some folks around to minister amidst the  crowd as the juggling is going on.