Isaiah
Chris and Joy are excited about their upcoming baptism. As they look through old photo albums, Chris wonders why his family never were churchgoers, as his grandparents were.
LESSON 1: Send ME!
SuperTruth: God is looking for people to send.
SuperVerse: Then I heard the Lord asking, “Whom should I send as a messenger to this people? Who will go for Us?” I said, “Here I am. Send me.” Isaiah 6:8 (NLT)
LESSON 2: Return to Sender
SuperTruth: God wants everyone to turn to Him.
SuperVerse: The Holy One of Israel, says: “Only in returning to Me and resting in Me will you be saved.” Isaiah 30:15b (NLT)
LESSON 3: In God Alone
SuperTruth: I will trust in God alone.
SuperVerse: Those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)
Elijah and the Prophets of Baal
Chris is obsessed with becoming the greatest “god” in a video game—until he encounters the supreme power of the one true God! Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to meet the prophet Elijah. Witness the dramatic showdown as Elijah singlehandedly confronts 450 prophets of the false god Baal. Discover how the Lord demonstrates that He alone is God. The children learn that we should worship only Him! *Be sure to preview the Bible story video for this course, as some imagery may be too intense for young children. The condensed version is less intense. Also preview the Bible Background and the Signposts videos.
LESSON 1: WORSHIP ONLY GOD
SuperTruth: There is only one God.
SuperVerse: “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one! You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.” Deuteronomy 6:4–5 (NKJV)
LESSON 2: DON’T TRUST IDOLS
SuperTruth: I will not trust the idols of this world.
SuperVerse: “Dear children, keep away from anything that might take God’s place in your hearts.” 1 John 5:21 (NLT)
LESSON 3: WITH ALL MY HEART
SuperTruth: I will trust God with all my heart.
SuperVerse: “For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him.” 2 Chronicles 16:9a (NKJV)
Elijah and the Widow
As the organizer of a food drive, Joy gets upset when no one will work the busiest shift. She is too important to serve—isn’t she? Superbook takes Joy, Chris and Gizmo to meet Naaman, a proud Syrian commander who suffers from leprosy. See how a lowly Israelite servant girl offers him hope, and witness Elisha’s mysterious instructions. The children learn the importance of being humble
LESSON 1: TOTAL TRUST
SuperTruth: I will put my total trust in God and obey Him.
SuperVerse: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding” Proverbs 3:5 (NLT)
LESSON 2: SHARE WITH OTHERS
SuperTruth: I will share what I have with others.
SuperVerse: “Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap.” Luke 6:38a (NLT)
LESSON 3: GOD PROVIDES
SuperTruth: God provides all I need.
SuperVerse: “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from His glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 (NLT)
Naaman and the Servant Girl
As the organizer of a food drive, Joy gets upset when no one will work the busiest shift. She is too important to serve—isn’t she? Superbook takes Joy, Chris and Gizmo to meet Naaman, a proud Syrian commander who suffers from leprosy. See how a lowly Israelite servant girl offers him hope, and witness Elisha’s mysterious instructions. The children learn the importance of being humble
LESSON 1: SIMPLY FOR GOD’S GLORY
SuperTruth: God uses simple things for His glory.
SuperVerse: “But God chose the foolish things of this world to put the wise to shame. He chose the weak things of this world to put the powerful to shame.” 1 Corinthians 1:27 (CEV)
LESSON 2: LEARN TO BE HUMBLE
SuperTruth: I will learn to be humble at all times.
SuperVerse: As the Scriptures say, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” James 4:6b (NLT)
LESSON 3: HEALED AND MADE WHOLE
SuperTruth: God heals me and makes me whole.
SuperVerse: “He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases.” Psalm 103:3 (NLT)
Elisha and the Syrians
Joy is furious when someone posts an embarrassing video of her, and she knows the perfect way to get even—but should she? Superbook takes Joy, Chris and Gizmo to meet the prophet Elisha. Witness how the Syrians try to capture him—and what he does after trapping their army inside an Israelite city! The children learn that mercy can accomplish much more than revenge.
LESSON 1: GOD IS FOR US
SuperTruth: God is always for me
SuperVerse: “Don’t be afraid!” Elisha told him. “For there are more on our side than on theirs!” 2 Kings 6:16 (NLT)
LESSON 2: KINDNESS AND MERCY FOR ALL
SuperTruth: I will show mercy and kindness to all people.
SuperVerse: “But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you!” Matthew 5:44 (NLT)
LESSON 3: SEEK MORE OF GOD
SuperTruth: I will seek more of God.
SuperVerse: “Please let a double portion of your spirit be upon me.” 2 Kings 2:9b (NKJV)
SBC201200.jpgJonah
Joy is annoyed that the principal may show mercy to the meanest girl at school, who just stole a bicycle. Superbook takes Joy, Chris and Gizmo to meet Jonah, who runs away when God calls him to preach to the wicked people of Ninevah. Experience a terrible storm, encounter a gigantic fish, and witness what happens when Jonah finally preaches in Ninevah. The children learn that God wants to show mercy to everyone!
LESSON 1: GOD IS MERCIFUL
SuperTruth: God wants to show mercy to all people.
SuperVerse: “I knew that You are a merciful and compassionate God, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.” Jonah 4:2b (NLT)
LESSON 2: SHOW GOD’S MERCY
SuperTruth: God wants us to show mercy.
SuperVerse: “In that city of Nineveh there are more than a hundred twenty thousand people who cannot tell right from wrong. … Don’t you think I should be concerned about that big city?” Jonah 4:11 (CEV)
LESSON 3: MERCY AT THE CROSS
SuperTruth: God showed His mercy through the cross.
SuperVerse: “God did not send His Son into the world to condemn its people. He sent Him to save them!” John 3:17 (CEV)
Jeremiah
Chris just wants to play a game downtown when he is shocked to find a homeless family living by a dumpster. He can’t do anything to help—or can he? It’s a dangerous time in Jerusalem when Superbook takes Chris, Joy, and Gizmo to meet the prophet, Jeremiah. See how he desperately warns people to turn back to the Lord. Witness how they brutally punish him instead of obeying God’s message, and the city is destroyed.
LESSON 1: STAND UP
SuperTruth: I will take a stand for God.
SuperVerse: “Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong.” 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NLT)
LESSON 2: IN HIS HAND
SuperTruth: I want God to transform me.
SuperVerse: “O Israel, can I not do to you as this potter has done to his clay? As the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are you in My hand.” Jeremiah 18:6 (NLT)
LESSON 3: PRAISE GOD
SuperTruth: I will praise God for saving me.
SuperVerse: “O LORD, if You heal me, I will be truly healed; if You save me, I will be truly saved. My praises are for You alone!” Jeremiah 17:14 (NLT)
Nebuchadnezzar's Dream
Joy is stressed out because she has too many responsibilities. How can she decide which ones are most important? Superbook takes Joy, Chris and Gizmo to ancient Babylon. Meet King Nebuchadnezzar, who orders his wise men to tell him what he dreamed about—or face death. Witness how the prophet Daniel discovers the mysterious dream and what it means. The children learn where to turn for wisdom that they could never find on their own.
LESSON 1: GOD REVEALS THINGS
SuperTruth: God reveals things when we ask.
SuperVerse: “Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.” Jeremiah 33:3 (NKJV)
LESSON 2: GOD ENABLES US
SuperTruth: God enables us to do great things.
SuperVerse: “May He equip you with all you need for doing His will. May He produce in you, through the power of Jesus Christ, every good thing that is pleasing to Him.” Hebrews 13:21 (NLT)
LESSON 3: SHARE GOD’S GIFT
SuperTruth: I will tell others about Jesus, the gift of God.
SuperVerse: “But to all who believed Him and accepted Him, He gave the right to become children of God.” John 1:12 (NLT)
The Fiery Furnace
Students must pass a math test in order to ride the new rollercoaster—but Chris has forgotten to study! Should he look at his friend’s answers? Superbook whisks Chris, Joy and Gizmo back to ancient Babylon. There, they meet Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who must bow to an idol—or face death! Witness their courageous decision and God’s miraculous protection during the fiery ordeal. The children learn that obeying God is always the right decision. *Be sure to preview the Bible story video for this course, as some imagery may be too intense for young children. The condensed version is less intense. Also preview the Bible Background and the Signposts videos.
LESSON 1: OBEY GOD
SuperTruth: I will obey God no matter what.
SuperVerse: “God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.” James 1:12 (NLT)
LESSON 2: GOD IS ABLE
SuperTruth: God is able to save me.
SuperVerse: “If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God whom we serve is able to save us. He will rescue us from your power, Your Majesty.” Daniel 3:17 (NLT)
LESSON 3: JESUS IS WITH US
SuperTruth: Jesus is always with me.
SuperVerse: “Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:20 (NLT)
Roar!
When a bully takes over the skateboard park, Chris thinks he can’t make a difference—until he meets a man who risks his life to do the right thing! Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to meet Daniel in Babylon—where jealous rivals plot to end his life. Witness true courage in action, and discover how faith in God gives us the power to do what is right. The children learn that even a lions’ den is no match for God’s protection!
LESSON 1: GOD ANSWERS PRAYER
SuperTruth: God answers my prayers.
SuperVerse: “Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.” Jeremiah 33:3 (NKJV)
LESSON 2: BE COURAGEOUS
SuperTruth: God will help me stand up for what is right.
SuperVerse: “Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust Him, and He will help you.” Psalm 37:5 (NLT)
LESSON 3: GOD RESCUES ME
SuperTruth: God rescues me from trouble.
SuperVerse: “He rescues people and sets them free by working great miracles. Daniel’s God has rescued him from the power of the lions.” Daniel 6:27 (CEV)
Esther
Joy wants to invite a new student who is different to join a school club—but what if the group gets mad and kicks her out? Superbook whisks Joy, Chris and Gizmo back to ancient Persia. Discover Haman’s wicked plot to kill the Jews, and see how Queen Esther must decide whether to risk her life by going to the king—or to stay silent while her people are destroyed. The children learn that God will always help you stand up for what is right!
LESSON 1: COURAGE COMES FROM GOD
SuperTruth: God gives me courage to do the right thing.
SuperVerse: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)
LESSON 2: CREATED FOR A PURPOSE
SuperTruth: God created me for a purpose.
SuperVerse: “Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?” Esther 4:14b (NLT)
LESSON 3: FULFILL GOD’S PURPOSE
SuperTruth: God will help me fulfill His purpose.
SuperVerse: “I cry out to God Most High, to God who will fulfill His purpose for me.” Psalm 57:2 (NLT)
Nehemiah
Chris must tutor some rowdy boys—but how can he help them if they keep making fun of him? Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to meet Nehemiah. Witness his daring plan to rebuild Jerusalem’s ruined walls, even though wicked men mock him and plot to kill him! The children learn how to find courage to overcome every challenge.
LESSON 1: GET TO WORK!
SuperTruth: I will do the work God calls me to do.
SuperVerse: “The God of heaven will help us succeed. We, His servants, will start rebuilding this wall.” Nehemiah 2:20 (NLT)
LESSON 2: UP FOR THE CHALLENGE
SuperTruth: I will be prepared and ready for challenges.
SuperVerse: “The laborers carried on their work with one hand supporting their load and one hand holding a weapon.” Nehemiah 4:17b (NLT)
LESSON 3: THE JOY OF THE LORD
SuperTruth: God gives me joy as I follow Him.
SuperVerse: “The joy of the Lord is your strength!” Nehemiah 8:10b (NLT)