Leader Guide
Video Leader Guide
*Note: To be biblically accurate, the videos in this course depict Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son, Isaac, on an altar. Be sure to preview the videos, as this scene may be too intense for some children. We have endeavored to present the story in the most accurate and sensitive way possible.
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 have a new Superbook story, “The Test!” Does anyone here like to take really hard tests?
I don’t think too many of us do. In our Superbook story today, God gives someone a test—one of the hardest tests a person could ever take! Let’s watch our first video and see what Chris, Joy and Gizmo are doing.
Play Video 2: Chris and Joy’s Dilemma (5 minutes)
Chris and Joy's Dilemma
Chris is thrilled with his birthday gift, a new gaming system. It is so popular there aren’t enough for all the children who want one—like the sick boy at the hospital.
SuperTruth and Discussion (2 minutes)
Why didn’t Chris seem as happy with his gaming system after he heard about the sick boy’s wish?
What do you think you might do in a similar situation?
Today’s SuperTruth says, “I will obey God and trust His promises.” God is faithful to His Word. If He says something, He means it—and it will come to pass! When we believe in Jesus, God provides a helper, the Holy Spirit, to live inside us. The Holy Spirit helps us hear God’s voice and obey Him. Now let’s watch the rest of today’s Superbook story.
Play Video 3: Bible Story and Resolution* (17 minutes)
*Note: Be sure to preview the video. Should you feel that some scenes in Video 3: Bible Story and Resolution Video are too intense for the younger children in your class, you may show Video 4: Condensed Bible Story, and Video 8: Chris and Joy’s Resolution together instead.
Bible Story and Resolution
Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to meet Abraham and his beloved son, Isaac. When Abraham puts God first and is willing to sacrifice his only son, God provides a ram instead. Chris gives his gift to the sick boy because he knows it’s what God is asking him to do.
Video 4: Condensed Bible Story (7 minutes)
Condensed Bible Story
Video 8: Chris and Joy's Resolution (1 minute)
Chris and Joy's Resolution
Play Video 10A: SuperVerse Graphic 1
The graphic loops 2.5 minutes without audio; turn off or freeze video after children repeat the verse.
SuperVerse Graphic 1
SuperVerse Discussion (1 minute)
Let’s say our SuperVerse together. “If you obey Me and always do right, I will keep My solemn promise to you and give you more descendants than can be counted.” Genesis 17:1b–2 cev
God made a promise of blessings to Abraham if he remained faithful to Him. When we obey God’s Word, God will bless our lives, too!
Children will have more time to learn the SuperVerse in Small Group.
Prayer and Send-Off (1 minute)
Dear God, thank You for all the promises in Your Word. Please give us Your strength and faith to obey Your Word and trust You above anyone or anything. Amen.
Now it’s time for Small Group, where we have some exciting games and activities planned for you. Have fun!
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.