Leader Guide
Video Leader Guide
Select a video to have playing as children enter the Large Group room. Videos are under Resources on the top menu bar.
Have Small Group leaders greet the children as they enter the Large Group room and engage them in a game or conversation until time for Large Group to begin.
Welcome (2 minutes)
Hi there! This is our last lesson on “A Giant Adventure,” the story of David and Goliath. Why was David able to kill Goliath?
He trusted in God. And with God, everything is possible! That’s why we need to put our faith in Him—He can do anything! Let’s all stand up and sing The Salvation Poem. As we sing, let’s really think about what the words mean. Jesus loves us so much that He came to be our friend, to teach us how to live, and to take the punishment for our sin by dying on the cross. Then He rose again so we can have new life when we put our trust in Him!
Play Video 7: (Song) The Salvation Poem (3 minutes)
*Note: Be sure to preview the song so you can sing along with the children.
The Salvation Poem
SuperTruth and Discussion (2 minutes)
If you would like to ask Jesus into your heart, be sure to talk to me or your Small Group leader. That is the most important decision you will ever make in your life! When we ask Jesus to be our Lord and Savior, He lives inside us by His Holy Spirit, giving us His power and wisdom and protection! That’s why today’s SuperTruth says, “Jesus will guide me and protect me.” We will learn about how Jesus is the Good Shepherd. He loves us so much that He wants to lead us away from evil, to show us the best path to take, and to give us courage to face any problems we may encounter in our lives.
Introduce Condensed Bible Story Video (2 minutes)
If all children watched the Bible story video in a previous lesson, omit it here and go straight to the SuperVerse.
In our first “Giant Adventure” video, we saw how Chris was afraid to audition for the band. Instead of facing his fear, Chris ran away. But after meeting David, Chris realized God was with him! Did that change how Chris felt?
Chris faced his fear and auditioned for the band. In today’s video, we’ll learn that many people—even David’s own brothers—doubted him. But that didn’t stop David. Now for the children who haven’t seen our Bible story yet, we are going to watch a short version of the video. If you’ve already seen it, then this time as you watch, try to find all the ways that this story points to Jesus! Take a look.
Play Video 4: Condensed Bible Story (9 minutes)
Condensed Bible Story
Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to meet a shepherd boy named David. Goliath challenges anyone in the Israelite army to fight him, but all are afraid—except David, who trusts God and slays the giant Philistine. Chris realizes that when we trust God, we can conquer every fear.
Play Video 10C: SuperVerse Graphic 3
Graphic loops 2.5 minutes without audio; turn off or freeze video after children repeat verse.
SuperVerse Graphic 3
SuperVerse Discussion (1 minute)
Let’s say our SuperVerse, John 10:27, together:
“My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.”
Children will have more time to learn the SuperVerse in Small Group.
Introduce Signposts Video (1 minute)
Several things in the life of David are similar to the life of Jesus. These similarities point to Jesus like a signpost. Let’s dig deeper by watching our Signposts Video.
Play Video 6: Signposts (3 minutes)
Signposts Video
Prayer and Send-Off (1 minute)
Let’s pray. Dear Lord Jesus, we praise You for being our Good Shepherd and staying close beside us all the time—day and night. Help us remember to call on You whenever we need wisdom, power and courage. Thank You that nothing is impossible when we trust in You! Amen.
In your small groups today, you’ll play a game about following the Shepherd’s voice. Enjoy yourselves!
Teachers take children to Small Group classes for Grades 1–3 and 4–6. If the combined group is small, all children may stay together for Small Group time.