RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 19 January 2025 Lesson 21 – Be Hospitable

RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 19 January 2025 TOPIC: Be Hospitable

OPENING PRAYER: O Lord, help me to be kind-hearted in Jesus’ name. 

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The teacher should review the previous week’s lesson.

 BIBLE PASSAGE: Genesis 18:1-10 (KJV)

1 And the Lord appeared unto him in the plains of Mamre: and he sat in the tent door in the heat of the day;

2 And he lift up his eyes and looked, and, lo, three men stood by him: and when he saw them, he ran to meet them from the tent door, and bowed himself toward the ground,

3 And said, My Lord, if now I have found favour in thy sight, pass not away, I pray thee, from thy servant:

4 Let a little water, I pray you, be fetched, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree:

5 And I will fetch a morsel of bread, and comfort ye your hearts; after that ye shall pass on: for therefore are ye come to your servant. And they said, So do, as thou hast said.

6 And Abraham hastened into the tent unto Sarah, and said, Make ready quickly three measures of fine meal, knead it, and make cakes upon the hearth.

7 And Abraham ran unto the herd, and fetcht a calf tender and good, and gave it unto a young man; and he hasted to dress it.

8 And he took butter, and milk, and the calf which he had dressed, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree, and they did eat.

9 And they said unto him, Where is Sarah thy wife? And he said, Behold, in the tent.

10 And he said, I will certainly return unto thee according to the time of life; and, lo, Sarah thy wife shall have a son. And Sarah heard it in the tent door, which was behind him.

MEMORY VERSE: “Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.” – Romans 12:13 (KJV)

LESSON INTRODUCTION: Hospitality is the act of showing kindness and welcoming strangers. We have Corporate and individual hospitality (Acts 2:42-46; 2 Kings 4:8-13). To be hospitable is to be disposed to treat guests and strangers with cordiality and generosity. Being hospitable is a command and a virtue that is commended in  the Bible (Hebrews 13:2-3). Hospitality is rooted in generosity, gift exchange, and reciprocity. This lesson shall examine the attributes of a hospitable person and the various blessings attached to being hospitable.

LESSON AIM: To teach students how to be hospitable.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: Through the lesson, students should be able to:

• Discover what it means to be hospitable.
• Know the benefits of being hospitable

TEACHING PLAN: To attain the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

a. Allow students to review the previous week’s lesson. They should also be allowed to contribute to the discussion as highlighted in the lesson; they should submit their assignments to the Assistant Teacher for assessment.

b. Allow the Assistant Teacher to conduct the class and guide the discussions. The Assistant Teacher should also mark the attendance and the assignment.

c. Teach the lesson outline, guide the discussions, summarize, conclude, evaluate the lesson, and give an assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: Genesis 18:1-10.

This is the story of Abraham’s hospitality and the blessings he got thereafter. Read and summarise each verse below:

i. ……………………………………….………V1.

ii. ……………………….………………………V2.

iii. …………..……………….…………..……V3.

iv. ………………………………………………V4.

v. ………………………………………………..V5.

vi.……………………………………………..…V6.

vii.…………………………………………….…V7.

viii. ………………………………………………V8.

He was rewarded

ix. …………………………………………………V9.

x. ………………………………………………..V10.

LESSON OUTLINES:

1. ATTRIBUTES OF A HOSPITABLE PERSON
2. BENEFITS OF BEING HOSPITABLE

1. ATTRIBUTES OF A HOSPITABLE PERSON

The teacher should allow the class to discuss the attributes of hospitable people.

Being hospitable is a mindset. It is a conviction and an incurable attitude that is always displayed by the actions of the hospitable person, just like Abraham entertained the three men in Genesis 18:5.

Some key qualities showcased by hospitable people are stated below:

1. Friendliness: Hospitable persons are pleasant without any form of hostility (Ruth 2:13-14).
2. Generosity: They are extremely liberal and give without holding back (1 Kings 10:10; Proverbs 11:24-25).
3. Openness: They operate with open minds and readily accept new ideas and suggestions (2 Kings 4:9-11).
4. Swiftness: They are quick to welcome and entertain guests and strangers all the time (Genesis 19:1-3).
5. Compassion: They are concerned about the state of others (Matthew 15:32-36). This compassion is extended to lost souls thus they go after the lost sheep (Matthew 10:6-8).
6. Selflessness: They are not selfish (2 Corinthians 12:15).
7. Accommodativeness: They can bear long with others and tolerate them (Luke 15:20-24).
8. Warmness: They show kindness with their smiles, words, and actions (2 Samuel 9:1, 7).
9. Bearing Burdens: They relieve others of their problems (Acts 9:36; Romans 15:26).
10. Cordial: They leave a lasting impression of love (2 Samuel 19:32).
11. Sacrificial: They give by denying themselves (John 6:9).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Do you think you are hospitable? Discuss.

2. BENEFITS OF BEING HOSPITABLE

The following are some of the benefits of being hospitable:

i. God pays attention to hospitable people and answers their prayers (Genesis 18:10).

ii. They are blessed by the Father (Matthew 25:34-35).

iii. Their deeds are recognised by Jesus (Matthew 25:40).

iv. It attracts miracles and uncommon blessings (Acts 28:7-8).

v. God is pleased (Hebrews 13:16).

vi. It attracts divine visitation (Hebrews 13:2).

vii. It helps believers express the love of Christ thereby drawing people into the kingdom (Leviticus 19:9-10; 1 Peter 4:8-9).

viii. It is a necessary virtue to relieve or give succour to those in distress (Romans 12:13).

ix. It is a condition that aids Church leadership (Titus 1:7-8; 1 Timothy 3:2).

x. Being hospitable makes a believer inherit the kingdom prepared for him/her by God (Matthew 25:34-36).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Why do you think some people are not hospitable?

CONCLUSION: Being inhospitable does not portray us as Christ’s ambassadors. Be hospitable, it is both physically and spiritually rewarding (1 John 3:17-18; Proverbs 19:17).

QUESTIONS:

1. Mention five attributes of a hospitable person.
2. What are the benefits of being hospitable? Mention four

EVALUATION: Mention some attributes of a hospitable person.

CLOSING PRAYER: O God, I receive the grace to be hospitable in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT: Identify five (5) benefits of being hospitable (2×5=10 Marks).

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TOPIC: The Deity Of Jesus 

MEMORY VERSE: “And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life.” – 1 John 5:20 (KJV)

 BIBLE PASSAGE: John 1:1-5,14 (KJV) 

John 1:1-5
1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

2 The same was in the beginning with God.

3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.

4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men.

5 And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.

John 1:14
14 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.

INTRODUCTION: Generally, a ‘deity’ is a ‘god or goddess’ in a polytheistic religion (belief in many gods). Also, a being of divine status, quality, or nature is referred to as a deity. In the context of the Christian faith, the Deity is the Creator and Supreme Being. The argument about the Deity of Jesus Christ is common among people of other major religions (although they teach that Jesus was a prophet, a good teacher or a godly man). However,  the Bible tells us that Jesus was infinitely more than the three combined (Matthew 16:13-16). Jesus is God. He is Divine.

LESSON OUTLINES:

1. THE DIVINITY OF JESUS CHRIST
2. REASONS THAT JESUS IS GOD

1. THE DIVINITY OF JESUS CHRIST

Here are some of the biblical evidences that Jesus is God:

1. Jesus is a member of the Godhead (Genesis 1:26a) referred to as the Trinity (God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit). The Bible clearly states that the Godhead resides in Jesus Christ bodily (Colossians 2:6-9). God the Father refers to Jesus as God (Hebrews 1:8).
2. Old Testament prophecies of Christ announce His deity as the mighty God (Isaiah 9:6).
3. Jesus says in John 10:30 “I and My Father are one” and “before Abraham was, I AM” (John 8:58). Jesus, announcing His identity as “I AM” is a direct application of the Old Testament name for God (Exodus 3:14). Jesus receives worship several times in the Scripture (Matthew 2:11; 28:9; Luke 24:52). He never rebukes people for worshipping Him.
4. The apostles, through divine inspiration testify that Jesus is God. For instance, John 1:1 says “…the Word was God.” John 1:14 says “And the Word became flesh…” This indicates that Jesus is God in the flesh. Thomas the disciple in John 20:28 declares to Jesus, “My Lord and my God” Jesus did not correct him. Apostle Paul describes Him as, “…the great God and our Saviour, Jesus Christ” (Titus 2:13). Apostle Peter says the same, “…of God and our Saviour Jesus Christ” (2 Peter 1:1).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Share with the class any encounter with non-believers who reject the fact that Jesus is God.

2. REASONS THAT JESUS IS GOD

The provision of salvation only works if Jesus is God, hence the divinity of Jesus is the why He is the only way of salvation (Acts 4:12; John 14:6). Jesus is God incarnate, the eternal Alpha and Omega (Revelation 1:8; 22:13). Jesus has the right to forgive sins. This is something only God can do (Acts 5:31; Luke 5:20-24). Jesus will “judge the living and the dead,” (2 Timothy 4:1) and reward all deeds in the flesh (Revelation 22:11-12).

Some titles that uniquely belong to Jehovah (the formal name of God) in the  Old Testament are used for Jesus. For instance, “Redeemer” (Psalms 19:14; 78:35) is used for Jesus in the New Testament (Titus 2:13-14; Revelation 5:9). Jesus is called Emmanuel-“God with us” (Matthew 1:23).

Some actions that can be accomplished only by God are credited to Jesus. For instance, He created and sustains the universe (John 1:3; Colossians 1:16-17). He possesses attributes that only a deity can have: Eternality (John 8:58), Omnipresence (Matthew 18:20, 28:20), Omniscience (Matthew 16:21), and Omnipotence (Luke 7:13-15).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should distinguish between the biblical explanation of Christ being God (John 1:1-5, 14) and the opinion of people of other religions.

CONCLUSION: Christians should not only believe in the deity of Jesus but must be bold to proclaim and defend it scripturally.

QUESTIONS

1. Give four  biblical pieces of evidence that Jesus is God.
2. Explain three reasons Jesus is God.

ASSIGNMENT: Write out five things Jesus did in your life that no man can do. (2×5=10 Marks).

RCCG Sunday School HYMN

1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   O how I love Thee well,
   I am happy, it makes me glad
   To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Thy friendship suits me well,
   Both young and old will sing Thy song,
   We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s Day,
   Christ was Thy first teacher,
   The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
   Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   This testimony is sure,
   That God, the Father Almighty,
   Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Though the sun be so bright,
   Or if the clouds black with rain,
   I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   I rejoice to see Thee,
   Will thou pass over me today?
   Without my being blest?

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RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 18 August 2024 Lesson 51 – New Heaven, New Earth

RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 18 August 2024 TOPIC: New Heaven, New Earth

OPENING PRAYER: Father, don’t let me pass away with this world; help me to live in the new heaven and earth.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The teacher should allow the Assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

MEMORY VERSE: “But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.” – 2 Peter 3:10 (KJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: Revelation 21:1-5 (KJV)

1 And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.

2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.

3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, and be their God.

4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

5 And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful.

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LESSON INTRODUCTION:

In the days of Noah, the world was destroyed with water, but God has promised that He would no more destroy the world with a flood (Genesis 9:11). The end of the world, described in 2Peter 3:10 as the day of the Lord will occur after the final judgement by God (Revelation 20:7-10). This scripture reveals that the universe will be destroyed by fire. Therefore, believers should bear in mind that this present world will not last forever (Matthew 5:18).

LESSON AIM: To study the passing away of the present heaven and earth and the emergence of the new heaven and earth.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: Through this lesson, students should be able to:

a. Understand the biblical truth about the passing away of the present heaven and the earth.

b. Understand also that there will be the emergence of a new heaven and earth.

TEACHING PLAN: To achieve the above-stated goals, the teacher:

a. Should explain to students that the existing world and heaven will pass away soon as indicated in the Bible.

b. Should also explain to the students that after the passage of the present heaven and the earth, there would be the emergence of a new earth and heaven.

c. Should explain the nature of the new heaven and earth and the requirements to live in the new heaven and earth.

d. The teacher should summarize, conclude, evaluate and give assignment to the students.

e. The teacher should allow the Assistant Teacher to conduct the class, take the closing prayer and mark the assignment while students should be allowed to make contributions and participate in class activities.

TEXT REVIEW: Revelation 21:1-5.

The Apostle John saw:

i. A new heaven and a new earth. Revelation 21:1.

ii. The first heaven and first earth had passed away. Revelation 21:1.

iii. A very beautiful holy city called the New Jerusalem. Revelation 21:2.

ACTIVITY: Mention any five things which Apostle John “HEARD” according to Revelation 21:3-4.

i. ————————————————————–
ii. —————————————————————
iii. ————————————————————-
iv. ————————————————————-
v. —————————————————————

LESSON OUTLINES:

1. THE PASSING AWAY OF THE HEAVENS AND THE EARTH
2. EMERGENCE OF THE NEW HEAVEN AND THE NEW EARTH

1. THE PASSING AWAY OF THE HEAVENS AND THE EARTH

i. The prophet Isaiah foretold the passing away of Heaven and Earth (Isaiah 34:4; 51:6).

ii. This refers to the physical Heaven and earth – the material world and all it contains – but not to the inhabitants of heaven and earth. To “pass away” is to disappear or be no more.

iii. The “heavens” in 2 Peter 3:10 refers to the physical universe – the stars, planets, and galaxies – which will be consumed by some kind of tremendous explosion, possibly a nuclear or atomic reaction that will consume and wipe out all matter as we know it.

iv. All the elements that make up the universe will be melted in the “fervent heat” (2 Peter 3:12).

v. This will also be a noisy event, described in different Bible versions as a “roar” (NIV), a “great noise” (KJV), a “loud noise” (CEV), and a “thunderous crash” (AMP). There will be no doubt as to what is happening.

vi. Everyone will see and hear it because we are also told that “the earth and everything in it will be laid bare.”

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: How should believers prepare for the day when the world and elements would melt in fire?

2. EMERGENCE OF THE NEW HEAVEN AND THE NEW EARTH

i. In Revelation 21:1, John writes of a new heaven and a new earth in the eternal state, having seen that “the first heaven and the first earth had passed away” (Isaiah 65:17; 2 Peter 3:13).

ii. God will create a “new heaven and a new earth” which will include the “New Jerusalem” (Revelation 21:2), the capital city of Heaven, a place of perfect holiness, which will come down from heaven to the new earth.

iii. This is the city where the saints – those whose names were written in the “Lamb’s book of life” (Revelation 13:8) – will live forever. Peter refers to this new creation as “the home of righteousness” (2 Peter 3:13).

PERSPECTIVE

Knowing that Heaven and earth will pass away gives us perspective in life.
i. This world is not our home. “We are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells” (2 Peter 3:13).

ii. Jesus tells us to have the proper priorities (Matthew 6:19-20).

iii. Also Peter, after reminding us of the temporary nature of this world, says, “Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.” (2 Peter 3:14).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: The class members should identify common spots or stains which could tarnish a believer’s life of holiness.

CONCLUSION: Believers should remain faithful to the end because there is the hope of eternal life with God beyond this present world.

QUESTIONS:

1. Describe how the present heavens and earth will pass away.
2. Will there be a new heaven and a new earth? Explain.

EVALUATION: What do you understand by the new heaven and the new earth?

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, help me to always be pure and holy.

ASSIGNMENT: List five (5) things you must be doing now in preparation for the new heaven and the new earth. (2×5=10 Marks).

NOTE:

RCCG Sunday School HYMN

1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   O how I love Thee well,
   I am happy, it makes me glad
   To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Thy friendship suits me well,
   Both young and old will sing Thy song,
   We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Christ was Thy first teacher,
   The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
   Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   This testimony is sure,
   That God, the Father Almighty,
   Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Though the sun be so bright,
   Or if the clouds black with rain,
   I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   I rejoice to see Thee,
   Will thou pass over me today?
   Without my being blest?

RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 4 August 2024 Lesson 49 – The Great Tribulation
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OPENING PRAYER: Almighty Father, help us to hold on to You to the end in the name of Jesus

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The teacher should allow the Assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

MEMORY VERSE: “For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be.” – Matthew 24:21 (KJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: Mark 13:19-26 (KJV)

19 For in those days shall be affliction, such as was not from the beginning of the creation which God created unto this time, neither shall be.

20 And except that the Lord had shortened those days, no flesh should be saved: but for the elect’s sake, whom he hath chosen, he hath shortened the days.

21 And then if any man shall say to you, Lo, here is Christ; or, lo, he is there; believe him not:

22 For false Christs and false prophets shall rise, and shall shew signs and wonders, to seduce, if it were possible, even the elect.

23 But take ye heed: behold, I have foretold you all things.

24 But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun shall be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light,

25 And the stars of heaven shall fall, and the powers that are in heaven shall be shaken.

26 And then shall they see the Son of man coming in the clouds with great power and glory.

LESSON INTRODUCTION: The word, tribulation, means trouble. There are different kinds of tribulations mentioned in the Bible. These include tribulation because of obedience to God’s word (Matthew 13:21); the tribulation on the way to God’s kingdom (Acts 14:22); earthly tribulation that is common to all (Job 5:6-7); tribulation on evil doers (Romans 2:9) and the great tribulation. The focus of the lesson is the Great Tribulation. The hardship, distress, and perplexity that would be experienced in the days of the great tribulation are unprecedented. What is the great tribulation all about? When will it be? What are the events in the days of tribulation?

LESSON AIM: To study the meaning and events of the great tribulation.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES

At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

a. Understand the meaning of the great tribulation. b. Discover the events in the days of the great tribulation.

TEXT REVIEW: Mark 13:19-26.

The following shall characterise the days of the great tribulation.

i. Uncommon affliction. Mark 13:19.

ii. Confusion about the location of Christ. Mark 13:21.

iii. False Christs and prophets shall rise. V22.

iv. Fake wonders and seducing tendencies. V22.

The teacher should identify any other five strange happening that will characterise the period of the great tribulation from the passage.
i. ————————————————————–
ii. —————————————————————
iii. ————————————————————-
iv. ————————————————————-
v. —————————————————————

LESSON OUTLINES:

UNDERSTANDING THE GREAT TRIBULATION
EVENTS IN DAYS OF GREAT TRIBULATION

#1 UNDERSTANDING THE GREAT TRIBULATION

i. The Great Tribulation is also called the time of Jacob’s (the nation-Israel) trouble (Jeremiah 30:7).

ii. The unbelieving Jews, the unsaved or backslidden Gentiles will be the candidates of the great tribulation.

iii. It will begin after the rapture of the Church and the revelation of the antichrist, the man of sin (2 Thessalonians 2:3-7).

iv. The time of the great tribulation is the “seventieth week” that is, the last week of the seventy weeks of Daniel.

v. The seventy weeks have three sections: the first seven weeks, the next sixty-two weeks, and the last week.

vi. There are seven days in one week. A day in the week represents one year. So the duration is seven years (Daniel 9:20-27).

vii. The first half of the last week (the first three and a half years) will be for the full physical manifestation of the antichrist, during which he shall make a covenant with Israel (Daniel 9:27).

viii. The second half of the last week (the last three and half years) will be a time of unprecedented trouble. “During the week” the antichrist shall break the covenant with Israel and practice the “abomination of desolation” in the temple (Daniel 11:36; Matthew 24:15-16).

ix. The last three and half years of the great tribulation will culminate in the second coming of Christ to reign on earth (Mark 13:24-26; 2 Thessalonians 2:8).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should mention the key points about the great tribulation according to the first outline.

#2 EVENTS IN DAYS OF GREAT TRIBULATION

The Great Tribulation will witness a series of significant but terrifying events.

These include:

Unprecedented religious persecution of those who missed the rapture (Matthew 24:21-22).
Unparalleled global religious deception (Matthew 24:24-28).
There shall be an untold global economic problem, in which only those who receive the mark of the Beast can buy or sell (Revelation 13:17-18).
Series of unrighteous and abominable religious practices (2 Thessalonians 2:3-4,10).
Intense temptation all over the world (Revelation 3:10).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Mention the identities of the great tribulation according to lesson outline two.

CONCLUSION: Those who have received Christ as their Lord and personal Saviour and keep themselves holy till He comes at rapture shall be delivered (through rapture) from the days of the Great Tribulation. However, sinners and backsliders are faced with the danger of the Great tribulation. Beloved, are you truly saved from sins? Examine yourself today and be sure!

EVALUATION: Mention the identities of the great tribulation according to lesson outline two.

CLOSING PRAYER: Almighty Father, please don’t let me witness the calamity of the great tribulation.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention ten (10) events of the great tribulation period. (1X10=10 Marks).

NOTE:

RCCG Sunday School HYMN

O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
O how I love Thee well,
I am happy, it makes me glad
To rejoice at Thy birth.
O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Thy friendship suits me well,
Both young and old will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.
O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.
O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee.
O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.
O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?

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 TOPIC: Perilous Times

OPENING PRAYER: O God, please help me to be watchful in the name of Jesus. 

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The teacher should allow the Assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

MEMORY VERSE: “This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.” – 2 Timothy 3:1 (KJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 (KJV)

1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.

2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,

3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good,

4 Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God;

5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

The translated word for “perilous” in 2 Timothy 3:1 is ‘chalepos’, which means troublesome, dangerous, fierce, dreadful, etc. The term, last days, refers to the period between Christ’s ascension into Heaven and His second coming. Perilous times constitute part of the last days. The ‘last days’ is not just a prophecy. It started from the days of  the Bible (1 John 2:18-19). The importance of the prophecy and warning against the perilous times cannot be over-emphasised because we are living in the fulfilment of these perilous times. The purpose of this study is to carefully consider the writing of Paul to Timothy in 2 Timothy 3:1-5 on the things that characterise the Perilous Times and the position every believer in Christ should take.

LESSON AIM: To study the characteristics of the perilous times and some cautions for believers.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: Through this lesson, students should be able to:

a. Understand the characteristics of the perilous times.
b. Discover some cautions for believers against the period.

TEACHING PLAN: To attain the above-stated objectives:

A. Students should:
a. Take the opening prayer.
b. Recite the memory verse.
c. Read  the Bible passage.
d. Participate in class activities.

B. The Assistant teacher should:
a. Guide the students to take the opening prayer, read the Bible passage, and recite the memory verse.
b. Conduct the class.
c. Mark the attendance (in the class).
d. Mark the assignment.

C. The teacher should: a. Explain the two lesson outline. b. Administer the two class activities. c. Summarize, conclude, and evaluate the lesson. d. Give the assignment and lead the closing prayer.

TEXT REVIEW: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

The teacher should identify any 10 features of the perilous times according to the passage.
i. ………………………………………………ii……………………………………………….
iii. ……………………………………………
iv. …………………………………………….
iii. ……………………………………………
v. .…………………………………………….
vi. …………………………………………….
vii. ……………………………………………
viii. .…………………………………………
ix …………………………………………….
x. …………………………………………….

LESSON OUTLINES:

1. CHARACTERISTICS OF PERILOUS TIMES
2. CAUTION FOR BELIEVERS

1. CHARACTERISTICS OF PERILOUS TIMES

According to Paul, the conduct of the people will reveal perilous times. These characteristics are indicated below:

i. Some people will be lovers of their selves (2 Timothy 3:2) i.e. they will be self-centred (Philippians 2:21).

ii. Covetous – having lust of the eyes, craziness for wealth and materialism (Luke 12:15).

iii. Boasters – expressing vain glory (Psalm 10:3).

iv. Proud – valuing themselves above all others (Proverbs 21:4).

v. Blasphemers – those who speak immorally of God and sacred things (Mark 3:29).

vi. Disobedient to parents- disrespecting and dishonouring parents both physically and spiritually (Romans 1:30).

vii. Unthankful – not appreciating God and others for good deeds (Romans 1:21).

viii. Unholy – not pleasing God (Jude 18).

ix. Lack of natural affection – no family affection and lack of tender love (2 Timothy 3:3, Romans 1:31).

x. Trucebreakers – treacherous and betraying true friendship.

xi. False Accusers – character assassination (Proverbs 10:18).

xii. Incontinent – without self-control (2 Peter 2:14).

xiii. Fierce – wild or violent, having or displaying an intense, ferocious aggressiveness (Psalm 11:5).

xiv. Despisers of those that are good – All forms of lies, evil speaking against true believers and godliness (Nehemiah 2:19).

xv. Traitors – a betrayer of trust (2 Timothy 3:4; Acts 7:52).

xvi. Heady – reckless or headstrong (Proverbs 21:29a).

xvii. Lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God- All forms of immorality and ungodliness that satisfy the flesh (Philippians 3:19).

xviii. ‘Having a form of godliness but denying the power thereof’ (2 Timothy 3:5)- Being religious but not victorious above sin, outwardly looking good but inwardly rotten in unrighteousness (Matthew 23:27).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Each student should mention one characteristic of the perilous times.

2. CAUTION FOR BELIEVERS

Scriptures admonish believers living in this ‘last days’ to

i. Turn away from all ungodly practices in order not to be caught in the web of the perilous times (2 Timothy 3:5).

ii. Receive the prophecies/warning and be conscious of it at all times.

iii. Separate from the company and fellowship of people with the characters above (2 Corinthians 6:14-17).

iv. Avoid all forms of carnality and false doctrines (Romans 8:6-7; Ephesians 4:14).

v. Be watchful and be prayerful to guard against deception and temptation to sin (Matthew 26:41; 2 Corinthians 2:11).

vi. Release ourselves to the Holy Spirit and be sensitive to His leading (James 4:7; Romans 8:14).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: What roles can believers play to ensure they remain in the faith in this period?

CONCLUSION: This is a perilous time; every believer that wants to get to heaven must heed the warning, and be careful to live a separate life from the world and false brethren to please God.

QUESTIONS:

1. What events will characterise the perilous times?
2. What scriptural cautions are believers to adhere to during perilous times?

EVALUATION: What are the signs of perilous times and the cautions for the believers?

CLOSING PRAYER: Almighty God, please carry me on Your wings and do not let me perish in these perilous times.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five (5) measures you have put in place to overcome the perilous times (2×5=10 Marks).

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TOPIC – Rahab: An Unlikely Ally

MEMORY VERSE: “By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace.” – Hebrews 11:31 (KJV)

 BIBLE PASSAGE: Joshua 2:1-6, 12-13

Joshua 2:1-6:
2 And Joshua the son of Nun sent out of Shittim two men to spy secretly, saying, Go view the land, even Jericho. And they went, and came into an harlot’s house, named Rahab, and lodged there.

2 And it was told the king of Jericho, saying, Behold, there came men in hither to night of the children of Israel to search out the country.

3 And the king of Jericho sent unto Rahab, saying, Bring forth the men that are come to thee, which are entered into thine house: for they be come to search out all the country.

4 And the woman took the two men, and hid them, and said thus, There came men unto me, but I wist not whence they were:

5 And it came to pass about the time of shutting of the gate, when it was dark, that the men went out: whither the men went I wot not: pursue after them quickly; for ye shall overtake them.

6 But she had brought them up to the roof of the house, and hid them with the stalks of flax, which she had laid in order upon the roof.

Joshua 2:12-13:
12 Now therefore, I pray you, swear unto me by the Lord, since I have shewed you kindness, that ye will also shew kindness unto my father’s house, and give me a true token:

13 And that ye will save alive my father, and my mother, and my brethren, and my sisters, and all that they have, and deliver our lives from death.

INTRODUCTION:
The story of rehab is one of the thought-provoking accounts in  the Bible. The occasion that projected her into the hall of fame is that of a great faith in the GOD of Israel whom she knew almost nothing about. She rose from being a harlot to a joint heir in the Abrahamic covenant and eventually got a space in the lineage of Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:5). Her life gives us a deeper insight into what God can do with the life of every sinner who comes to Him.

LESSON OUTLINES

1. HER CHARACTER
2. ACHIEVEMENTS AND LESSONS FROM HER LIFE

1. HER CHARACTER

Rehab, in Hebrew, means “wide.” She lived in the 12th century B.C. She was a canaanite harlot who lived in Jericho City (Joshua 2:5). She rented rooms to travelers and visitors who came into the city. This explains why the two spies sent by Joshua found lodging in our house.

Her character is that of a selfless woman who saved her household with a negotiation skills (Joshua 2:12-13). She knew what to do with the information at her disposal. Rahab asked the two Israel spies to swear by the Lord thereby showing her faith in the only true God. She was smart enough to know that her city would be overthrown. In her wisdom she joined herself to the winning side (Joshua 2:9-10).

2. ACHIEVEMENTS AND LESSONS FROM HER LIFE

ACHIEVEMENTS
She skillfully hid the spies to prevent the king of Jericho from capturing and executing them (Joshua 2:6). this act of kindness earned her salvation from destruction (Joshua 6:25). She believed all the stories about the God of Israel even without seeing them (Joshua 2:10)

Rahab was a skillful negotiator who selflessly made the spies swear to spare her and her household (Joshua 2:13). The book of Hebrews name her among Faith heroes in the Old Testament (Hebrews 11:31). James records her has been justified by works (James 2:25). Matthew list her in the lineage of Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:5)

LESSONS FROM HER LIFE
Rahab stepped out of her harlotry into faith in God. So, anyone can change from bad to good (Isaiah 1:18). We should show kindness to people, just as Rahab did to the spies (Galatians 6:10). She walked by Faith and not by sight (Joshua 2:9-12). We also are expected to walk by Faith (2 Corinthians 5:7). Just as she ensured the safety of her household (Joshua 2:18-21), every child of God should ensure the salvation of his/her family (Acts 16:31).
Furthermore, she was diligent enough to follow instructions (Joshua 2:18; 6:22-23). Likewise, believers must carefully follow the right instruction (Proverbs 4:13)

CONCLUSION
Rahab is a typical example of God’s transformative power do not write yourself or anyone off.

QUESTION

1. Mention three characters that stood Rahab out.
2. Identify three lessons that can be learnt from the life of Rahab.

RCCG Sunday School HYMN

1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   O how I love Thee well,
   I am happy, it makes me glad
   To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Thy friendship suits me well,
   Both young and old will sing Thy song,
   We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Christ was Thy first teacher,
   The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
   Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   This testimony is sure,
   That God, the Father Almighty,
   Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Though the sun be so bright,
   Or if the clouds black with rain,
   I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   I rejoice to see Thee,
   Will thou pass over me today?
   Without my being blest?

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OPENING PRAYER: Almighty God, please help me to be relevant in winning souls to Your kingdom.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The teacher should allow the Assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

MEMORY VERSE: “Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and doctrine.” – 2 Timothy 4:2 (KJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: Romans 10:13-15 (KJV)

13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.

14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?

15 And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!

LESSON INTRODUCTION: One business that every believer has been called to do is Evangelism (or witnessing (2 Corinthians 5:17-18). It is the act of preaching the gospel to share the message and teachings of Jesus Christ. In simple terms, evangelism on the go is to be busy, active, and innovative with the preaching of the gospel of Jesus. Different channels must be employed to reach the lost with the gospel of salvation. The preaching of the gospel is a serious business assigned to us by the Master. It must be consciously, consistently, and conscientiously done by all believers.

LESSON AIM: To study the significance of evangelism.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: Through this lesson, students should be able to:

a. Understand that evangelism is the father’s business.
b. Understand that evangelism is also our business too.

TEACHING PLAN:
To attain the above-stated objectives:

A. Students should:
a. Take the opening prayer together.
b. Recite the memory verse.
c. Participate in the class activities.
d. Do the assignment.
e. Take the closing prayer together.

B. The Assistant Teacher should:
a. Review the previous week’s lesson.
b. Take the opening session of the lesson.
c. Conduct the class.
d. Mark the attendance and assignment.
e. Supervise the class activities for the lesson.

C. The teacher should:
a. Explain the two class activities.
b. Summarize, conclude, and evaluate the lesson.
c. Give an assignment and guide the students to take the closing prayer.

TEXT REVIEW: Romans 10:13-15.

The teacher should identify five crucial points related to evangelism from the above Bible passage.
i. ………………………………………………………
ii. ………………………………………………………
iii. ……….……………………………………………
iv. …………………………………………………….
v. ………………………………………………………

LESSON OUTLINES:

THE FATHER’S BUSINESS
OUR BUSINESS TOO

#1 THE FATHER’S BUSINESS

i. The preaching of the gospel to the lost is so important that Jesus said He was specifically anointed by His Father for it (Luke 4:18).

ii. He also reiterated this point in Luke 4:43 when he said preaching the kingdom of God is a must for Him because that was why He was sent.

iii. God is so particular about the lost that Jesus said it is not His will that they perish (Matthew 18:14).

iv. Jesus also said He came to the world to save the lost (Matthew 18:11).
v. Jesus, in the parable of the lost sheep, depicts the importance of a soul when the shepherd left 99 sheep to go after one lost sheep – soul (Matthew 18:12).

vi. Speaking of how he must preach the gospel, Apostle Paul placed a curse on himself, if he failed to preach the gospel (1 Corinthians 9:16).

vii. He also boldly declared that he was sent to preach the gospel (1 Corinthians 1:17a).

viii. The value of a soul is so much that there is rejoicing in Heaven when one soul repents (Luke 15:7).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Every soul is precious to God. Explain.

#2 OUR BUSINESS TOO

The teacher should explain the significance of evangelism assignment to believers as indicated below:

IMPORTANCE

i. Preaching the gospel to the lost is a serious occupation Jesus handed to His followers when He gave the command to go in Mark 16:15.

ii. This kingdom business must be done with zeal and divine wisdom (John 4:34; Ecclesiastes 10:10).

iii. It is an all-time trade (Luke 9:60). There is no room for giving up in this occupation of witnessing Jesus (Acts 5:42).

STRATEGY
iv. As a good businessman, you must be strategic, creative and seize every opportunity to talk to people about Jesus (Acts 26:27-29; 1 Corinthians 9:19-23).

v. This business must be done sacrificially. It may not be convenient at times, but you must still go ahead and witness Jesus (2 Timothy 4:2).

vi. As a business is driven by focus, the goal of evangelism is to make Jesus known, and win souls for Him (1 Corinthians 2:2; Romans 1:14-15).

vii. Business owners attract people to themselves; so must you live in such a way that everything you do preaches Jesus to others; live evangelism (Galatians 2:20; 1 Corinthians 11:1).

viii. This business must flourish in your hand as you continue to witness Christ to lost souls (Acts 8:5-6; Daniel 12:3).

ix. A successful business goes beyond a generation. In the same vein, the witness of Christ must go to the next generation (2 Timothy 1:5; 2:2).

x. The God factor is key for a successful business; therefore, intensive prayer is needed for evangelism.

FOCUS

xi. The trademark of this business is Jesus; who is the sole message (Colossians 1:27-28).

URGENCY
xii. Time is of the essence in business, do not delay to preach Jesus to the lost (John 4:35).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Why should the following elements/tools be considered very necessary in preaching the gospel?

a. Prayer.
b. Jesus Christ.
c. Time (urgency).

CONCLUSION: Evangelism is a serious kingdom business. Be actively involved.

QUESTIONS

Mention four ways evangelism is the Father’s business.
In three ways, relate conventional business with the business of evangelising.
EVALUATION: How important is the preaching of the gospel to God and believers?

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, please help Your children to be fully involved in the preaching of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

ASSIGNMENT: Identify five factors that can make evangelism effective (2×5=10 marks).

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