Superheroes of the Faith
Series Overview
Week 1
"Hero Shopping"
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Hero ShoppingWho are our heroes? Movie stars? Singers? Athletes? And what is it that we so admire about these people? Whom do we want to imitate? This episode explores what makes a person truly heroic, and challenges us to reconsider who our heroes are. |
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3 John 11Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God.NIV (shown), KJV, ESV, and HCSB versions included |
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book smarts Bible lesson"Heartthrobs!" adapted from 1 Samuel 16 and 17 and 2 Samuel 15-17The arrogant, self-important Absalom is compared to the humble David20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Street Smarts Application LessonLesson Focus:Admiring people isn't wrong, but we should carefully consider whether our heroes really deserve our admiration. It is Jesus whom we should truly hold up as our hero.Teaching Method:An object lesson will encourage kids to measure some of their heroes based upon the attributes that God considers worthy, encouraging kids to imitate those who please God rather than those who do not.20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Optional Game”Gust-O!”Teams compete to blow plastic balls from their side of the court to their opponent’s side. To win the point, the team must recite today’s Key Verse.20-30 minutes suggested (optional)Game supplies not furnished by TruthQuestPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Homework SheetTake-Home WorksheetA sheet to send home with kids for continuing the learning at home.Includes Memory VerseStudy QuestionsApplication ChallengeRedeemable for credit when signed by parentsIncludes NIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versionsPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. | |
Family Study SheetGreat for Family DevotionsThis sheet, meant to be sent home for parents, provides in-depth Scripture references and commentary for further study on the day's lesson. Useful for study by parents or for Family Devotions.Print as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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And that's Week 1!All of these items are included in the first of five episodes from this Sunday School series! |
Week 2
"Superheroes of the Faith"
episode 9B summary: |
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Superheroes of the FaithThis episode briefly examines a few of the Bible's best-known heroes and examines what made each of them heroic. |
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Hebrews 11:6And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.NIV (shown), KJV, ESV, and HCSB versions included |
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book smarts Bible lesson"Heroic Faithfulness" adapted from Num. 13:6-14:8; Deut. 1:35-38; Joshua 14:6-14As an old man, Caleb reaps the reward for a lifetime of faithful obedience to God20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Street Smarts Application LessonLesson Focus:Hebrews chapter 11 shows us who some of the REAL heroes are, and they all have one thing in common: Faith resulting in trust and obedience. In this way, ordinary people can become heroes.Teaching Method:Following Hebrews 11:33-34, an set of supplied printable visual aids will illustrate the makings of a hero.20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Optional Game"Noodle Hockey"Teams play a silly game of hockey with a plastic ball and using pool noodles for hockey sticks. Whenever a team scores, they must recite today's Key Verse to win the point.20-30 minutes suggested (optional)Game supplies not furnished by TruthQuestPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Homework SheetTake-Home WorksheetA sheet to send home with kids for continuing the learning at home.Includes Memory VerseStudy QuestionsApplication ChallengeRedeemable for credit when signed by parentsIncludes NIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versionsPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. | |
Family Study SheetGreat for Family DevotionsThis sheet, meant to be sent home for parents, provides in-depth Scripture references and commentary for further study on the day's lesson. Useful for study by parents or for Family Devotions.Print as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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And that's Week 2!All of these items are included in the second of five episodes from this Sunday School series! |
Week 3
"A Heart of Courage"
episode 9C summary: |
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A Heart of CourageOne of the most recognizable traits of a hero is courage. This episode explains that, even if we are fearful, true courage comes from trusting and obeying God. |
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1 Corinthians 16:13Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.NIV (shown), KJV, ESV, and HCSB versions included |
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book smarts Bible lesson"From Fear to Freedom" adapted from Judges chapters 6 and 7The story of Gideon, who set aside his fears and trusted God, leading his people to victory20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Street Smarts Application LessonLesson Focus:Courage is not the absence of fear. Rather, it is trusting God enough to obey Him even in the face of fear.Teaching Method:In a Scripture-driven object lesson, a child is asked to complete a simple obstacle course while blindfolded. When a child trusts the teacher enough, the teacher then leads the blindfolded child through the obstacle course.20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Optional Game"Ringworm"Teams of kids stand holding their teammate's hands while trying to maneuver a hula hoop over themselves from one end of their line to the other. When a team succeeds, they must recite today's Key Verse to win the point.20-30 minutes suggested (optional)Game supplies not furnished by TruthQuestPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Homework SheetTake-Home WorksheetA sheet to send home with kids for continuing the learning at home.Includes Memory VerseStudy QuestionsApplication ChallengeRedeemable for credit when signed by parentsIncludes NIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versionsPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. | |
Family Study SheetGreat for Family DevotionsThis sheet, meant to be sent home for parents, provides in-depth Scripture references and commentary for further study on the day's lesson. Useful for study by parents or for Family Devotions.Print as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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And that's Week 3!All of these items are included in the third of five episodes from this Sunday School series! |
Week 4
"For Such A Time As This..."
episode 9D summary: |
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For Such A Time As This...As illustrated by the story of Queen Esther, we must always be ready and willing to do what is right, even if we face consequences from the world. |
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Ephesians. 2:10For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.NIV (shown), KJV, ESV, and HCSB versions included |
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book smarts Bible lesson"Mordecai's Story" adapted from the book of EstherThe story of Esther as told from the perspective of Mordecai20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Street Smarts Application LessonLesson Focus:As with Queen Esther, even in the face of death, being available to God is the first step in being used by God.Teaching Method:Guided by the story of Esther, an object lesson will challenge a child to build something with lego blocks that are sealed up and unavailable. Later, the teacher will unseal the bag, and the child will build with the newly-available blocks. This will illustrate how we need to make ourselves and our gifts available to b used by God.20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Optional Game”Ribbit/Mayhem”In this fast-paced game, teams volley a balloon back and forth, trying to keep the balloon from hitting the floor while also trying to throw plastic balls at baskets on the opponent’s side of the court. When a point is scored, the scoring team must recite today’s Key Verse to win the point.20-30 minutes suggested (optional)Game supplies not furnished by TruthQuestPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Homework SheetTake-Home WorksheetA sheet to send home with kids for continuing the learning at home.Includes Memory VerseStudy QuestionsApplication ChallengeRedeemable for credit when signed by parentsIncludes NIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versionsPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. | |
Family Study SheetGreat for Family DevotionsThis sheet, meant to be sent home for parents, provides in-depth Scripture references and commentary for further study on the day's lesson. Useful for study by parents or for Family Devotions.Print as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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And that's Week 4!All of these items are included in the fourth of five episodes from this Sunday School series! |
Week 5
"Yet Not My Will..."
episode 9E summary: |
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Yet Not My Will...Perhaps the most heroic thing we can do is to sacrifice ourselves for the good of others. This concept is shown in countless superhero stories, but it was supremely modeled by our Lord Jesus, who surrendered His own will for His Father's will. |
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Luke 22:42“Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.”NIV (shown), KJV, ESV, and HCSB versions included |
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book smarts Bible lesson"Your Will Be Done" adapted from Matthew 26:20 and Luke chapter 22Praying in the garden before His arrest, Jesus yields to His Father's will so we could be saved20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Street Smarts Application LessonLesson Focus:As with Jesus, yielding our will to conform to God's will and obeying God in all things is at the heart of being a hero.Teaching Method:A Scripture-guided object lesson will show how a wire coat hanger is unable to retrieve paper dolls out of a bucket until the hanger gives up its shape and becomes able to reach the paper dolls. This will illustrate how we must be willing to surrender ourselves in order obey God and to hep others.20-25 minutes requiredLevel 1 (Preschool) Lesson IncludedLevel 2 (Grades K-1st) Lesson IncludedLevel 3 (Grades 2-3) Lesson IncludedLevel 4 (Grades 4-6) Lesson IncludedNIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versions includedPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Optional Game"Bubble/Supply Line"A relay race wherein teams race to move a set of plastic balls, one at a time, through a series of buckets. The first team to transfer all of their balls to the ending bucket wins a point if they can recite today's Key Verse.20-30 minutes suggested (optional)Game supplies not furnished by TruthQuestPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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Homework SheetTake-Home WorksheetA sheet to send home with kids for continuing the learning at home.Includes Memory VerseStudy QuestionsApplication ChallengeRedeemable for credit when signed by parentsIncludes NIV, KJV, ESV and HCSB versionsPrint as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. | |
Family Study SheetGreat for Family DevotionsThis sheet, meant to be sent home for parents, provides in-depth Scripture references and commentary for further study on the day's lesson. Useful for study by parents or for Family Devotions.Print as many copies as neededDelivered via download only (with purchase), permanently available for re-download via TruthQuest account. |
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And that's Week 5!All of these items are included in the fifth of five episodes from this Sunday School series! |
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