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Unsung Heroes: a 4-Week Teaching Series for Children's Ministry TOPIC: Ruth SCRIPTURE: the Old Testament DECORATING THEME: Superheroes AGE GROUP: Elementary (Get the Preschool version here !) Superheroes aren't heroic only when they feel like it-they're brave each and every day. The best heroes can even inspire the people around them to be brave, faithful, and hopeful in their own lives, too. In this 4-week series, kids will learn more about what it looks like to see God as the hero of our story as they hear the story of Ruth and Naomi. They'll see how God gives them companions, opportunities, boldness, and hope so they can be heroes, too! BIG IDEAS & BIBLE STORIES God gives us companions. (Ruth and Naomi: Ruth 1; Mark 12:28-34) God gives us opportunities. (Ruth Meets Boaz: Ruth 2; Mark 12:38-44) God gives us boldness. (Ruth Asks Boaz for Help: Ruth 3; Hebrews 10:19-25) God gives us hope. (Ruth Marries Boaz: Ruth 4; Revelation 1:4-8) WEEKLY CURRICULUM SUMMARIES: This week, kids learn about how Ruth chose to follow Naomi back to her hometown. So many of our favorite superheroes have sidekicks and companions to help them out when they need it most. This week, we'll learn about how Ruth chose to follow Naomi back to her hometown after they experienced unexpected losses. Ruth knew Naomi needed someone to help and support her, and their relationship helps us see why God gives us companions. This week, kids learn about how Ruth met and found favor with Boaz. While some heroes have a signal that flashes when people need help, others need to stay on the lookout for opportunities to help. This week, we'll hear the story of how Ruth met Boaz and how he showed kindness and favor to her. Boaz saw a chance to offer someone help, and his kindness reminds us that God gives us opportunities to help others. This week, kids learn how Ruth boldly asked Boaz for help. Apart from a cool costume and heroic name, heroes also need the courage to take on whatever challenges they face. This week, we'll learn how Ruth took a big risk to visit Boaz and ask him for help. Ruth's decision to be brave helped save her family, and she helps us see how God gives us boldness when we need it. This week, kids learn how Ruth married Boaz and what was special about their family line. Heroes use their special abilities to serve their communities while hoping their work will bring about more good in the world. This week, we'll learn about how Ruth married Boaz and what was so special about their family line. Ruth and Naomi's story shows us what happens when we stay close to God through difficult times- God gives us hope. MEMORY VERSE: "The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves." - Zephaniah 3:17a (NIV)

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