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.
Hello and welcome to all! Today, we begin a new Superbook adventure called “Heroes of the Bible.” This video contains exciting stories about two Bible characters—a faithful man named Noah and a brave woman named Rahab. These ordinary people were able to do extraordinary things by obeying God! In our Superbook adventure, Pastor Aaron invites Chris to lead a Bible study; but surprisingly, Chris doesn’t seem interested. Let’s watch the video to see why
Play Video 2: Chris and Joy’s Dilemma (4.5 minutes)
Chris and Joy's Dilemma
Chris would rather play a hero in his latest Holo-9 Video Game than lead a youth group Bible study meeting at his church.
SuperTruth and Discussion (2 minutes)
Who did Chris think were more current or “today” than heroes in the Bible? The (fictional) characters in his Holo 9 video game.
After Chris’s exciting trip to the store, how many video games did he download when he got home? Zero, none.
If you have ever dreamed of being a hero, raise your hand. Children respond.
When you hear the word “hero,” what comes to mind? Someone who saves or rescues others. Someone who does something brave or shows courage in a dangerous time. Someone who risks their own life to help others.
Today’s SuperTruth is “I can be a hero for God.”
Let’s say today’s SuperTruth together: “I can be a hero for God.”
Does it surprise you that you can really be a hero for God? Children respond.
What do you think it takes to be a hero for God? Children respond.
Let’s watch the next video and see exactly what it takes to be a hero for God.
Video 3: Bible Story and Resolution (19 minutes)
Bible Story and Resolution
Superbook whisks Chris and Joy away and—for the first time ever—Gizmo is left behind! The robot frantically tries to figure out where Superbook has taken the children so that he might find a way to bring them back. Meanwhile, Chris and Joy revisit past adventures with Noah and Rahab and are also reminded about the faith of Joshua, Abraham, Joseph, David, Esther, Nehemiah, and Daniel. Upon returning home, Chris leads the Bible Study and offers a whole new perspective on what it takes to be a hero in God's eyes.
Video discussion
What happened on this Superbook adventure that had never happened before? Superbook took Chris and Joy and left Gizmo behind.
What kind of master plan was Gizmo frantically working on? How to locate Chris and Joy and bring them back home.
Besides Noah and Rahab, raise your hand to name a Bible hero who was shown in the video. Joshua, Abraham, Esther, Daniel, David, Joseph, Nehemiah.
Throughout the Bible, there are countless examples of how God uses ordinary people to do amazing things. When we trust and obey God, we can be a hero for God, too. There is no limit to what we can do when we depend on His power and wisdom!
Play Video 10A: SuperVerse Graphic 1
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 divide today’s SuperVerse, Hebrews 13:21, into three parts to make it easier to remember. Repeat after me:
May He equip you with all you need for doing His will … (Children repeat)
May He produce in you, through the power of Jesus Christ … (Children repeat)
every good thing that is pleasing to Him. … (Children repeat)
By whose power do we receive all that we need to live for God and please Him? By the power of Jesus Christ.
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.
Prayer and Send-Off (1 minute)
Dear God, Your Son Jesus really is the one true hero! Thank You for sending Him into the world to save us from our sins and provide everything we need. Help us obey Your Word and depend on Your power so we can do extraordinary things for You! In Jesus’ powerful name we pray, Amen.
In Small Group today, you will have an opportunity to walk. Now, that sounds kind of boring, doesn’t it? Well, how about by walking a certain way, you can score points for your team. That sounds better, so let’s go see how to play this challenging and fun 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.