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 (1 minute)
Welcome, everyone! We have a new Superbook video for you today called “Rahab and the Walls of Jericho.” Our story is about a brave woman who risked her life to hide two Hebrew spies. But first, let’s see what our friends Chris, Joy and Gizmo are doing today.
Play Video 2: Chris and Joy’s Dilemma (3 minutes)
Chris and Joy's Dilemma
Joy is upset when a teacher asks her to work on a project with a girl who seems unfriendly.
SuperTruth and Discussion (2 minutes)
Today’s SuperTruth says: “Nothing can stand against God.” Yes, the God we serve is unstoppable. Nothing can prevent Him from doing what He desires to do! Turn to your neighbor and whisper the SuperTruth: “Nothing can stand against God."
Now let’s all shout it together as loud as possible!
These are faith-building words that you can tell yourself over and over when you face a tough situation!
What was Joy struggling with in today’s adventure?
Have you ever met someone who seemed unfriendly?
Let’s watch the rest of our video and see what happens!
Play Video 3: Bible Story and Resolution (19.5 minutes)
Bible Story and Resolution
Superbook takes Joy, Chris and Gizmo to Jericho as Joshua and the Israelite army are preparing to attack the walled city. They meet Rahab, who risks her life to hide the Hebrew spies. The children discover that even the highest walls are no match for faith in God!
Play Video 10A: SuperVerse Graphic 1 (3 minutes)
Graphic loops 2.5 minutes without audio; turn off or freeze video after children repeat verse.
SuperVerse Graphic 1
SuperVerse (1 minute)
Let’s say our SuperVerse together. Joshua 2:11:
“No wonder our hearts have melted in fear! … For the Lord your God is the supreme God of the heavens above and the earth below.”
Rahab was explaining that the people of Jericho were afraid of the Israelites because they had heard of the many miracles God did for them. She understood that God is more powerful than any walls, any ruler, or any army. That’s why she decided to risk her life for the Israelite spies!
Children will have more time to learn the SuperVerse in Small Group.
Prayer and Send-Off (1 minute)
Let’s pray. Heavenly Father, we praise You for being supreme over the heavens above and Earth below! God, no one can stand against You! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Now it’s time for Small Group, where you will be in Joshua’s army and follow his commands!
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.