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 to the last lesson of our Superbook adventure, “Paul Keeps the Faith.” The Apostle Paul faced many hardships as he boldly shared the Good News. During these times, Paul knew Jesus was present with him as well as having prayers and support from fellow believers. It’s comforting to know that we have a friend who is always ready to help us in difficult situation. Who is that friend? Let’s shout His name! Jesus!

Jesus is present now and will be with us forever. Let’s stand and praise Jesus now for His free gift of eternal life, as we sing The Salvation Poem!

Play Video 7: (Song) The Salvation Poem (3 minutes)

Be sure to preview the song so you can sing along with the children.

The Salvation Poem

SuperTruth and Discussion (2 minutes)

Jesus will help us in times of trouble. He wants us to come to Him, and we can trust that He will never turn us away. (See Hebrews 4:16.)

Since we have received Jesus’ love, strength and help, what do you think He wants us to do for others? Show the same to others; help others.

We should always look for opportunities to help others and to share Jesus’ love with people. When Jesus sent His disciples out to preach and heal others, He said in Matthew 10:8:

“Give as freely as you have received!”

Our SuperTruth today is, “I will encourage and help others because Jesus helps me.”

Let’s say it together; “I will encourage and help others because Jesus helps me.”

Introduce Condensed Bible Story (1 minute)

If most or all children watched the Bible story video in a previous lesson, omit it here and go straight to the SuperVerse.

Let’s watch a short version of the video about Paul the Apostle as he faced many hardships but still kept the faith. If you have seen the video, Julia told Chris and Joy that Paul’s letter of encouragement spread like wildfire because the believers who read or heard it did two things. Listen closely for what those two things are, then be ready to name them in Small Group.

Play Video 4: Condensed Bible Story (10 minutes)

Superbook whisks Chris, Joy and Gizmo to Rome during the Great Fire. They meet the Apostle Paul, who fearlessly proclaims the Gospel despite persecution and suffering.

Be sure to preview this video, as certain scenes may be too intense for some children.

Condensed Bible Story

Play Video 10C: SuperVerse Graphic (1 minute)

The graphic loops 2.5 minutes without audio; turn off or freeze video after children repeat the verse.

10C: SuperVerse Graphic

SuperVerse (2 minutes)

Our SuperVerse today is John 16:33:

Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.

If you were told to take heart; what would it mean to you? Children respond.

To take heart means to be encouraged; to be filled with hope and to be optimistic. Jesus did not tell people what they WANTED to hear, He always spoke what they NEEDED to hear—the truth. It is the same today. Jesus said we will experience trials or hardships in this world. However, He wants us to be encouraged because He has overcome the world! There is nothing that we will face that is greater than His love, His power, and His will to save us!

Let’s say John 16:33 together.

“Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”

Children will have more time to learn the SuperVerse in Small Group. If any children are not able to memorize the entire verse, be sure they understand its meaning.

Introduce Signposts Video (1 minute)

Let’s watch the Signposts video to learn about how Jesus suffered and even died to help us so we can live victoriously, have salvation, and be filled with joy!

Play Video 6: Signposts Video (4 minutes)

Signposts Video

Prayer and Send-Off (2 minutes)

Let’s pray before we move to Small Group. Dear Jesus, You didn’t say that life would be trouble free in this world; in fact, You told us that there would be many trials and sorrows. Yet we have hope because You have overcome the world! Thank You for Your love and Your presence in our lives. You are always available to help us when we come to You. Help us do the same for others. In Your name we pray, Amen.

It’s time for Small Group, where you will play a game to give what you receive. Let’s go find out how to play.

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.