SuperVerse

Superbook Next: Memorize the SuperVerse with a group activity.

If you were here for the first Sermon on the Mount lesson, Chris and Joy misunderstood Jesus’ Words about letting people see their good deeds. Do you remember what Chris and Joy did? Chris donated all of his mom’s clothing, and Joy didn’t study.

This isn’t what Jesus meant, was it? Their good deeds didn’t bring praise; they brought irritation and anger! When we do a good deed or service, our goal should not be to bring attention to ourselves.

Let’s say the SuperVerse together, but let’s do it this way: I will read a few words and then stop. You will then shout the word that comes next.

Read the verse as written below:

Let your good … deeds
Shine … out
For all to … see,
So that … everyone
Will … praise
Your heavenly … Father.
Matthew … 5:16 

Have the children turn their backs to the board and do this activity again. This time, children will raise their hands to tell you the words. If time permits, play a third time and stop at different words.

End by having the children try to say the verse from memory with their backs to the board. If any children are not able to memorize the entire verse, be sure they understand its meaning.