Philip
Chris is impressed by his father’s new invention. Chris covets the device and wants to use its power to impress his friends and earn lots of money. Superbook whisks the kids away to Samaria. There they watch Philip, Peter, and John teach a magician and his followers about the true power of the Holy Spirit. Later, they find Philip in the desert and witness the baptism of the Ethiopian Eunuch. Upon returning home, Chris is a changed person. He has been awed by the power of the Holy Spirit and begins his path towards baptism.
LESSON 1: POWER TO SHARE
SuperTruth: The Holy Spirit gives me power to share the Gospel.
SuperVerse: “By God’s grace and mighty power, I have been given the privilege of serving Him by spreading this Good News.” Ephesians 3:7 (NLT)
LESSON 2: ABOVE ALL ESLE
SuperTruth: I will seek God above all else.
SuperVerse: “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and He will give you everything you need.” Matthew 6:33 (NLT)
LESSON 3: OUR GOD OF MIRACLES
SuperTruth: We serve a God of miracles.
SuperVerse: “The disciples went everywhere and preached, and the Lord worked through them, confirming what they said by many miraculous signs.” Mark 16:20 (NLT)
The Road to Damascus
When Chris, Joy and Gizmo walk in on a teenage burglar, they wonder—can he ever change? Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to meet Saul on his way to persecute Christians in Damascus. Witness his blinding encounter, his total transformation, and his narrow escape! Discover how a man who wanted to kill believers became the Apostle Paul—one of the greatest missionaries of all time. The children learn that anyone can change with God’s help!
LESSON 1: GOD LOVES ME
SuperTruth: No matter what I’ve done, God can save me.
SuperVerse: “This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief.” 1 Timothy 1:15 (NKJV)
LESSON 2: GOD’S WORD CHANGES ME
SuperTruth: The more I read the Bible, the more I can become like Jesus.
SuperVerse: “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” Romans 12:2 (NLT)
LESSON 3: GOD WILL REVEAL HIMSELF TO ME
SuperTruth: I am a child of God, and He will reveal Himself to me.
SuperVerse: “He who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and manifest Myself to him.” John 14:21b (NKJV)
Paul and Barnabas
Superbook whisks the kids away to journey with Paul and Barnabas on their mission to spread the message of Jesus. They witness Paul's miracle, blinding an evil sorcerer and converting the Roman Governor to a believer in Jesus. The job becomes too much for disciple John Mark, who abandons the work and returns to Jerusalem. Paul and Barnabas continue spreading the Gospel against all manner of adversity including Paul being stoned and Barnabas and Paul separating over a disagreement. Chris takes their example to heart and when Superbook returns him to school, he, Joy, and Gizmo stand up for the boy and his Bible study group. Chris takes a small, first step, on a journey towards pronouncing the Gospel as the power to Salvation.
LESSON 1: MISSION POSSIBLE
SuperTruth: God has a mission for me.
SuperVerse: “You will be My witnesses, telling people about Me everywhere.” Acts 1:8 (NLT)
LESSON 2: ENCOURAGE OTHERS
SuperTruth: I will love and encourage others.
SuperVerse: “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.” Hebrews 10:24 (NLT)
LESSON 3: SHARE THE GOOD NEWS
SuperTruth: I will share the Good News.
SuperVerse: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes.” Romans 1:16 (NKJV)
Paul and Silas
Joy wants to escape from the hospital, where she must have her tonsils out. How can she find the confidence to face the surgery? Superbook takes Joy, Chris and Gizmo to meet Paul and Silas, who deliver an evil spirit from a fortuneteller. See the amazing way Paul and Silas react when they are beaten and jailed for obeying God. Witness a miracle as an earthquake sets them free and the jailer is saved! The children learn the secret to being content in every situation. *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: SET FREE IN CHRIST
SuperTruth: God’s Spirit directs and empowers me.
SuperVerse: “Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.” Galatians 5:25 (NKJV)
LESSON 2: JOYFULLY CONTENT
SuperTruth: I will rejoice and be content.
SuperVerse: “Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NLT)
LESSON 3: JUST BELIEVE
SuperTruth: We are saved by believing in Jesus.
SuperVerse: “Believe in the Lord Jesus and you will be saved, along with everyone in your household.” Acts 16:31 (NLT)
Paul and the Shipwreck
Joy and the Quantum family are helping in a remote village after a flood. The work is so hard, Joy wants to quit. Where can she find the strength to keep going? Superbook takes Joy, Chris and Gizmo to meet the Apostle Paul, who has been arrested and put aboard a prison ship to stand trial in Rome. Witness how Paul bravely faces one danger after another—including a dreadful storm, a terrible shipwreck, and a poisonous snake. The children learn how to look past fear to focus on God’s mission!
LESSON 1: MISSION ACCOMPLISHED
SuperTruth: I can accomplish God’s mission when I focus on Jesus.
SuperVerse: “Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.” Hebrews 12:1b-2a (NKJV)
LESSON 2: DON’T GIVE UP!
SuperTruth: I will not give up.
SuperVerse: “So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.” Galatians 6:9 (NLT)
LESSON 3: POWER THROUGH WEAKNESS
SuperTruth: Jesus can work through my weakness.
SuperVerse: “Each time He said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT)
Revelation: The Final Battle
Chris accidentally burns down his house and thinks he can never be forgiven. Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo forward in time to see the story of the end of the world. Witness the final battle between Satan’s evil forces and God’s army of angels. The children learn that the power of God’s forgiveness and salvation will ultimately defeat the forces of darkness. *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: JESUS WILL RETURN
SuperTruth: I will live my life knowing that Jesus will come again.
SuperVerse: “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why are you standing here staring into heaven? Jesus has been taken from you into heaven, but someday He will return from heaven in the same way you saw Him go!” Acts 1:11 (NLT)
LESSON 2: SHOW GOD’S LOVE
SuperTruth: I will help others and show them God’s love.
SuperVerse: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.” Revelation 21:4 (NLT)
LESSON 3: PREPARE OTHERS
SuperTruth: I will prepare others for the coming of the Lord.
SuperVerse: “And behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work.” Revelation 22:12 (NKJV)
Superbook Celebrations
Invite families to come celebrate what their children learned this year—featuring Superbook videos, group activities, and a special Gospel presentation.
LESSON 1: CHOSEN FOR GOD'S PURPOSE
SuperTruth: I play an important part in God’s plan.
SuperVerse: “I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength to do His work.” 1Timothy 1:12a (NLT)
LESSON 2: NO OTHER WAY
SuperTruth: There is only one way to God.
SuperVerse: “Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Me.” John 14:6 (NLT)
Holy Week
Jesus came to create a path to forgiveness for everyone who believes in Him. He beat death itself, and we can too if we believe in Him. The following four lessons cover the events leading up to Jesus' death, His resurrection, His appearance to His followers, and finally, the lasting legacy of the Holy Spirit.
LESSON 1: Palm Sunday
SuperTruth: Jesus came to save everyone.
SuperVerse: Jesus was in the center of the procession, and the people all around him were shouting, “Praise God for the Son of David! Blessings on the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Praise God in highest heaven!”
Matthew 21:9 NLT
LESSON 2: Easter sunday
SuperTruth: He is Risen!
SuperVerse: He isn’t here! He is risen from the dead! Remember what he told you back in Galilee…”
Luke 24:6 NLT
LESSON 3: Jesus’ Ascension
SuperTruth: We can have joy knowing that the gift of God is for everyone, rich or poor.
SuperVerse: But the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David!” Luke 2:10–11 (NLT)
LESSON 4: Pentecost
SuperTruth: Jesus is our Prince of Peace.
SuperVerse: “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” After he told them, the angel was joined by a huge number of other angels, who were praising God and saying, “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.” Luke 2:13–14 (NLT)
The Promise of a Child
Christmas is a time to focus on the biblical events that point to the greatest promise ever made. This single lesson course follows God’s plan that unfolded to bring about this wondrous event!