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! Today, we start a new Superbook adventure about two men named Paul and Silas. In our story, Paul and Silas made plans to travel to different places; yet, sometimes they weren’t allowed to go! We’ll find out who stopped them and why when we watch the video. We’ll also find out what’s going on today with Chris, Joy, and Gizmo.
Play Video 2: Chris and Joy's Dilemma (4 minutes)
Chris and Joy's Dilemma
Paul and Silas preach by a river in Philippi, where they baptize Lydia and her household.
SuperTruth and Discussion (2 minutes)
The SuperTruth today is: “God’s Spirit directs and empowers me.” Let’s say that together. “God’s Spirit directs and empowers me.”
The Spirit of God directed Paul and Silas where to go and preach the Gospel. God’s Spirit will also show us where to go and what to do—if we will just take time and ask Him! The Holy Spirit also gives us the power to do what God commands!
Let’s say our SuperTruth together: “God’s Spirit directs and empowers me.”
Raise your hand if you remember the city where Paul and Silas were preaching and baptizing in our video. What was the city’s name? Philippi.
Does the name Philippi remind you of a book of the Bible? Children answer.
People who lived in Philippi were called Philippians. After Paul’s visit, he wrote the believers there a letter—which we call the book of Philippians! Let’s watch the rest of our video to see what happens to Paul and Silas—and also to our friends Chris, Joy, and Gizmo!
Video 3: Bible Story and Resolution (2 minutes)
Bible Story and Resolution
Joy is upset because she must have her tonsils out. Superbook takes Chris, Joy, and Gizmo to Philippi, where Paul casts out a demon from a fortune teller. He and Silas are arrested, beaten, and thrown in prison—yet still, they praise God. They don’t try to escape after an earthquake, knowing the jailer would be executed. Moved by their faith, the jailer is saved and baptized, along with his entire family. Joy decides to be content despite her circumstances.
Play Video 10A: SuperVerse Graphic 1
SuperVerse Graphic 1
Graphic loops 2.5 minutes without audio; turn off or freeze video after children repeat the verse.
SuperVerse Discussion (1 minute)
Our SuperVerse today is Galatians 5:25:
Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.
When we become followers of Jesus, His Spirit comes to live inside us and gives us His power, direction, and wisdom.
God’s Spirit will direct us, yet we must choose to listen to Him and follow His leading. We have a choice between pleasing God and pleasing ourselves. The Spirit helps us know God’s will and gives us the power to obey Him. This is what the SuperVerse is saying. Since we now live with the Spirit in us—we are to listen and obey!
Children will have more time to learn the SuperVerse in Small Group. If younger children are not able to memorize the entire verse, be sure they understand its meaning.
Prayer and Send-Off (1 minute)
Dear God, thank You for sending Your Holy Spirit to live inside of everyone who accepts Jesus as Lord and Savior. Help us to hear Your Spirit speaking in our hearts so we know what to do each day—and fill us with Your power to obey and do Your will. We know You have good things planned for us when we follow You. In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.
In Small Group today, you will have a chance to be Paul and Silas bringing the Gospel to others. In this game, you can’t just travel anywhere, so stay alert and watch your step!
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.