Leader Guide

Verse to GO!


  • Bible or the Superbook Bible App
Optional: Show the memory verse video. Children will learn the second part of the verse today.

James 1:22 (NLT)

“But don’t just listen to God’s Word. You must do what it says.”


Today’s memory verse from the Bible is James 1:22:

But don’t just listen to God’s Word. You must do what it says.


Let’s learn today’s memory verse together using some motions.

Have the children stand and lead them in repeating the phrases and imitating the motions.


But don’tshake head no.

just listen to God’s Wordcup one hand behind your ear.

You must do... hold hands, palms out, in front of you. Wave hands side to side and wiggle fingers.

What it sayscup a hand around each side of mouth as if to shout.


Do this one more time then slowly say the entire verse together.


I am going to say the first part of the verse and let’s see if you can finish it.

But, don’t just listen to God’s Word. You must… do what it says.


Very good! Noah listened to God and followed His instructions. It is good to listen, but don’t stop there! You also need to obey!