Mission Briefing
A Bible hero mission for kids about leading with wisdom and courage.
Hero: Deborah
Virtue: Leadership
Best for: Ages 6-12
Time: 10-15 minutes
You need: paper palm tree or leaf shape and pencil
Mission Verse
"Go! This is the day the Lord has given Sisera into your hands." – Judges 4:14
Meet Deborah
Deborah was a wise leader.
People came to her for help under a palm tree.
She listened. She judged fairly. She spoke God’s message with courage.
When Barak was afraid to go into battle alone, Deborah went with him.
She did not lead by shouting.
She led with wisdom, courage, and steady faith.
Deborah helped others do what God had called them to do.
Leadership means helping people move toward what is right.
Hero Skill: Lead With Wisdom
Good leaders listen before they speak.
Good leaders help others be brave.
Deborah shows children that leadership can be calm, wise, and strong.
Your Mission Today: The Palm Tree Plan
You will make a palm tree plan for one helpful leadership action.
What You Need
- Paper palm tree or leaf shape
- Pencil
Step 1: Draw The Palm Tree
Draw a simple tree or leaf. Write “Lead With Wisdom” at the top.
Step 2: Write Three Leader Moves
Add three ways a wise leader can help.
- Listen
- Speak truth kindly
- Help someone be brave
Step 3: Choose One Place To Lead
Name one place you can lead by helping this week.
- Home
- Class
- Team
- Friendship
- Church
Talk About It
Ages 6-8: Where did Deborah lead people?
Ages 9-10: How did Deborah help Barak be brave?
Ages 11-12: What makes someone a wise leader instead of a bossy leader?
Leadership Practice For This Week
Before leading, pause and listen.
Ask: “What would help here?”
Then choose one wise, kind action.
Parent Note
Deborah is a strong leadership model for both boys and girls.
The child-sized application is not authority; it is helpful influence.
Reward listening and wise action more than taking charge.
Mission Prayer
God,
help me lead with wisdom like Deborah.
Teach me to listen, speak truth, and help others be brave.
Amen.
Free Deborah Coloring Page
Keep the mission going with Deborah’s coloring page.
