David and Saul
Anger Will Not Control Me
When two tough teens grab and smash Chris’ guitar, Chris is furious and vows to take revenge. Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to meet David, the young warrior who leads Israel’s army to victory. Even though King Saul tries to kill him out of jealousy, David chooses not to take revenge. The children learn that anger and vengeance do not accomplish God’s purposes.
Bible Story: 1 Samuel 15–16, 18–19, 21, 23–24, 2 Samuel 5:1–5
Lesson 1
No Room for Jealousy
SuperTruth: I will not be jealous of others.
SuperVerse: For wherever there is jealousy and selfish ambition, there you will find disorder and evil of every kind. James 3:16 (NLT)
Lesson 2
Anger Will Not Control Me
SuperTruth: I will not let anger control me.
SuperVerse: “Don’t sin by letting anger control you.” Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry. Ephesians 4:26 (NLT)
Lesson 3
Choose Love
SuperTruth: I will choose love over revenge.
SuperVerse: Stop being angry and don’t try to take revenge. I am the Lord, and I command you to love others as much as you love yourself. Leviticus 19:18 (CEV)
