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 back to the second lesson of our Superbook adventure titled “Philip.” Today we will learn about seeking one thing above everything else—more than fame, power, or success. In fact, seeking this will take us on a journey that never ends. Now, let’s stand and sing about this with the song, “Endless Adventure.”
Play Video Song: Endless Adventure (3 minutes)
Preview the song so you can help the children sing along with the music.
Chris and Joy's Dilemma
SuperTruth and Discussion (2 minutes)
Our SuperTruth today is: I will seek God above all else. Let’s say that together: I will seek God above all else.
People in the world can get caught up in seeking all the wrong things. Many of them put their time, energy, and money into things that will not last. When we seek God with all of our hearts, we will never be disappointed. God promises us in Jeremiah 29:13 (NKJV): “And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.” Now, that is something to look forward to! Let’s watch a short version of our Bible story about Philip. If you have seen it before, listen and watch carefully to find out what a man named Simon thought he could buy with his money. Are you ready?
Introduce Condensed Bible Story (1 minute)
If all children watched the Bible story video in the previous lesson, you may skip it here and go straight to the Bible Background Video.
Play Video 4: Condensed Bible Story (12 minutes)
Superbook takes Chris, Joy, and Gizmo to Samaria, where Peter and John join Philip to teach about the power of the Holy Spirit. When Simon the magician offers money to buy this power, Peter sternly rebukes him. Later, Philip witnesses to an Ethiopian official and baptizes him. Returning home, Chris thinks about baptism and attends a Bible study.
Chris and Joy's Dilemma
Video Discussion (2 minutes)
How did Peter and John’s ministry in Samaria differ from Philip’s? They laid hands on people so they would receive the Holy Spirit. Philip preached the Gospel and baptized people in water.
Where had the Ethiopian official just been? Jerusalem.
If he had already worshiped God in Jerusalem, why was it so important for Philip to meet with him? To understand the Scripture he was reading about Jesus. He knew God but did not believe in Jesus as his Savior. He needed to hear the Good News to be saved.
What did the Ethiopian man ask Philip to do in the desert after they talked? To baptize him in water.
What did the man do after Philip was taken away by the Spirit? He was rejoicing.
Imagine all the exciting news the Ethiopian man had to share with everyone when he arrived home! No doubt, the Good News was spread to even more people! This is the privilege we have to serve God by sharing the Gospel!
Introduce Bible Background Video (1 minute)
In today’s Bible Background video, we’ll learn more about the places that Philip and the other apostles traveled to spread the Good News. Be ready for Gizmo’s questions! Wait for him to give some answers, then call out the one you think is right!
Play Video 5: Bible Background (8 minutes)
Chris and Joy's Dilemma
Play Video 10B: SuperVerse Graphic
Graphic loops 2.5 minutes without audio; turn off or freeze video after children repeat the verse.
Chris and Joy's Dilemma
SuperVerse Discussion (1 minute)
The SuperVerse today is Matthew 6:33 (NLT); let’s say it together:
At the beginning of Large Group, we talked about seeking something above all else. The SuperVerse contains the answer; what is it? The kingdom of God.
Can we travel to God’s kingdom somewhere on the earth and see a castle with tall walls, a moat, and a drawbridge? We will find out the answer to that in our teaching today! There are many things that people seek or pursue on this earth; some are good things that will last—other things are not. When we seek God’s kingdom, what does the SuperVerse promise us? God will give us everything we need.
Children will have more time to learn the SuperVerse in Small Group. If they are not able to memorize the entire verse, be sure they understand its meaning.
Prayer and Send-Off (1 minute)
Let’s pray. Heavenly Father, when we seek You, we will find You—what an awesome promise You have given us! Please help us seek You above all else. We want to grow closer to You and to expand Your kingdom on earth! In Jesus’ name, we pray, amen.
Raise your hand if you like to bowl? Children respond. In Small Group, you will have an opportunity to play a very unique bowling game called “Seek-a-bowl.” That sounds interesting, doesn’t it? Let’s go see how to play this game.
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.