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 friend friendship suits me well,

Both young and 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 be 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?

 

BIBLE PASSAGE: John 4:19-24

 

[19]The woman saith unto him, Sir, I perceive that thou art a prophet.

 

[20]Our fathers worshipped in this mountain; and ye say, that in Jerusalem is the place where men ought to worship.

 

[21]Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.

 

[22]Ye worship ye know not what: we know what we worship: for salvation is of the Jews.

 

[23]But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him.

 

[24]God is a Spirit: and they who worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.

 

MEMORY VERSE: O come, let us worship and bow down: let us kneel before the LORD our maker. Psalms 95:6.

 

INTRODUCTION: Worship is an act of paying homage that involves deep respect, reverence, adoration, and showing sincere love to a supreme being. The Almighty God who created us must be worshipped for who He is and not because He needs anything from us (1Peter 2:9). We are created to show the splendour of God by glorifying Him (Psalms 29:2). Since we are created for worship, it is important we find out the ways to do it to be acceptable by God who commands it.

 

OUTLINES:

1. Preparing For Worship

2. Acceptable Worship

 

1. PREPARING FOR WORSHIP

Before moving into the external act of worship, there is the need for us to put our hearts in order (Psalms 51:10). This is to ensure that hindrances to our worship are off-loaded from our hearts (Romans 12:1-2). We must get rid of the “old man” with his deeds – anger, hatred, bitterness, and other vices (Colossians 3:8-9).

There is the need for us to also reconcile with God and man in any area of offence (Matthew 5:23-24; Acts 24:16). We need to make restitutions where necessary (Luke 19:8).

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should mention other things Christians need to put in place in preparing for worship.

 

2. ACCEPTABLE WORSHIP

Not all worship is acceptable to God. There are various forms of unacceptable worship. These include:

1. Vain worship: this is based on lip service and not from the heart (Mark 7:6).

 

2. Ignorant worship: it refers to worship without the knowledge of who God is and how He should be worshipped (John 4:22; Acts 17:22-23).

 

3. Will or self-imposed worship: it refers to satisfying personal will and desire instead of carrying out God’s instruction (Colossians 2:20-23; Leviticus 10:1-2).

Therefore, acceptable worship must be rendered to God in spirit and truth (John 4:20-24); offered in holiness (Psalms 96:9); from a heart void of offence toward God, and toward men (Acts 24:16). It is one done by faith, like the sacrifice of Abel (Hebrews 11:4).

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should mention other forms of unacceptable worship one can engage in.

 

CONCLUSION: The scripture teaches that only God should be worshipped (Exodus 20:1-5) and this should be done in spirit and truth.

 

QUESTIONS:

* In what ways should believers prepare for worship?

* Mention four things that make the act of worship acceptable to God.

 

ASSIGNMENT: Write five differences between Christian worship and idol worship. (2×5=10 marks).

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MEMORY VERSE: “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” – Romans 5:8. (KJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: Isaiah 1:18-19 (KJV)

18 Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.

19 If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land:

LESSON INTRODUCTION: There are diverse views, both within and without, about the Christian faith. Some call it a religion, while others say it is a way of life. In some quarters, it is believed that it is a personal relationship with God. What exactly is the tenet of our faith as Christians and how does it compare with other faiths? Is it a religion or a relationship?

LESSON OUTLINES:

1. A CALL TO A RELATIONSHIP
2. MORE THAN A RELIGION

1. A CALL TO A RELATIONSHIP

Simply put, religion is the belief in and worship of a superhuman – with controlling power, especially a personal God or gods (Exodus 34:14). In that respect, Christianity can be classified as a religion.

 

However, practically speaking, Christianity has a key difference that separates it from other belief systems that are considered religions. Most religions are man-centred.

 

They are built upon the concept that man can reach a higher power – God, through his efforts – good works, sacrifices, rituals, etc. In that regard, Christianity is not a religion.

 

Just as the Jewish leaders made a religion out of a relationship with God, many people do the same with Christianity. They follow the way of the Pharisees in creating rules not found in Scripture (Mark 7:8). Some who profess to follow Christ are merely following man-made religion in the name of Jesus (Colossians 2:8).

 

While claiming to believe Scripture, they are often plagued with fear and doubt that they may not be good enough to earn salvation or that God will not accept them if they do not carry out some ritualistic activities or perform to a certain standard (Ephesians 2:8-9). The leaders of religious sects add many of their own rules to make it even more cumbersome (Matthew 15:9).

 

They pride themselves on their ability to keep the Law – at least outwardly. This is religion masquerading as Christianity: it is one of Satan’s favourite tricks (Matthew 23:1-7).

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should mention other reasons why the Christian faith is more than a religion.

 

2. A CALL TO A RELATIONSHIP

The Christian faith is a relationship that God has established with His children. The Bible states clearly that there is nothing man can do to make himself right with

 

God (Isaiah 64:6). God did for us what we cannot do for ourselves (Colossians 2:13; 2 Corinthians 5:21). Our sin separates us from His presence, and sin must be punished (Romans 6:23).

 

However, because God loves us, He took our punishment upon Himself (Isaiah 53:5). All we must do is to accept God’s gift of salvation by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8-9).

 

The grace-based relationship between God and man is the foundation of Christianity and the opposite of religion (Titus 2:11-14). We love God because He first loved us (1 John 4:19).

 

Holiness and obedience to Scripture are important, but they are pieces of evidence of a transformed heart, not a means to attain it. God desires that we be holy as He is holy (1 Peter 1:16). He wants us to grow in grace and the knowledge of Him (2 Peter 3:18).

 

We do these things because we are His children and want to be like Him. God wants us to know Him, draw near to Him, pray to Him, and love Him above everything. That is not religion; that is a relationship.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Mention encounters you have in your faith that shows you clearly that you are in a relationship with God.

CONCLUSION: Christianity is not about signing up for a religion. Christianity is about being born into the family of God (John 3:3).

QUESTIONS:

1. What is religion?
2. Explain the Christian faith.

ASSIGNMENT: Write five differences between the Christian faith and other faiths. (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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TOPIC: Reprobacy

 

MEMORY VERSE: “Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith.” – 2 Timothy 3:8

BIBLE PASSAGE: Romans 1:18-25 (KJV) 

18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;

19 Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them.

20 For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:

21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.

22 Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,

23 And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things.

24 Wherefore God also gave them up to uncleanness through the lusts of their own hearts, to dishonour their own bodies between themselves:

25 Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen.

 

LESSON INTRODUCTION

Reprobacy is the state or character of being a reprobate. A reprobate is an unprincipled or depraved person. The Greek word translated “reprobate” in the New Testament is ‘adokimos,’ which literally means “unapproved, i.e. rejected; by implication, worthless.” It is that which is rejected on account of its own worthlessness (Jer.6:30). Many people have wondered if at this point a person may be beyond hope. It is imperative, therefore, for believers to study the nature and dangers of reprobacy.

LESSON OUTLINES:

1. THE NATURE OF REPROBATES
2. DANGERS OF REPROBACY

1. THE NATURE OF REPROBATES

There are some pointers to knowing someone that can be referred to as a reprobate. Such persons usually have the desire to suppress the truth with wickedness (Rom.1:18; 2Tim.3:8). They wilfully reject God in their imaginations and actions (Rom.1:21; Tit.1:16). People with reprobate minds choose to worship the creature rather than the Creator (Rom.1:23-25; Jer.10:14). They commit all manner of sins and have no limits or restrictions on sinful behaviours (Rom.1:29-31; Eph.5:3). Reprobates do not only hold onto and continue in their wicked behaviours, they encourage and celebrate others who imitate them (Rom.1:32; Ps.50:18). Those with reprobate minds do not have the Spirit of God and live only for themselves (Tit.1:16).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: What can true believers do to win the reprobates to Christ?

2. DANGERS OF REPROBACY

The Bible warns against reprobacy because it leads to a point where God withdraws His longsuffering to save but gives them over to a degenerated mind (2Pet.3:9; Rom.1:28) to:

1. Face the wrath of God (Rom.1:18).
2. Become unclean and dishonour their bodies between themselves (Rom.1:24).
3. Practice vile affections e.g. homosexuality, bestiality, etc. (Rom.1:26).
4. Do those things which are not convenient (Rom.1:28).
5. Be filled with all unrighteousness (Rom.1:29-31).
6. Ignore impending judgment and continue in sin (Rom.1:32).

Nevertheless, there is no heart or mind that God cannot change if that person approaches Him in genuine repentance (Isa.1:18; Jn.6:37). People toing the path of reprobacy should repent and turn to God for mercy because there is grace and hope for them (Ps.51:17; Isa.55:7; Rom.10:13).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Why are there so many reprobates around us?

CONCLUSION: Be careful to guard your mind and avoid the gradual drifting, shifting and twisting of thought that moves people towards reprobacy (Rom.12:1-2).

QUESTIONS:

1. Describe the nature of reprobates
2. What are the dangers of reprobacy?

 

Monday: 2 Peter 3:9 (KJV); The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Tuesday: Colossians 3:5 (KJV); Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:

Wednesday: Jeremiah 6:30 (KJV); Reprobate silver shall men call them, because the Lord hath rejected them.

Thursday: 1 Samuel 3:13 (KJV); For I have told him that I will judge his house for ever for the iniquity which he knoweth; because his sons made themselves vile, and he restrained them not.

Friday: 1 Kings 21:22 (KJV); And will make thine house like the house of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, and like the house of Baasha the son of Ahijah, for the provocation wherewith thou hast provoked me to anger, and made Israel to sin.

Saturday: Hosea 4:17 (KJV); Ephraim is joined to idols: let him alone.

Sunday: Hebrews 6:8 (KJV); But that which beareth thorns and briers is rejected, and is nigh unto cursing; whose end is to be burned.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five things a believer can do to avoid reprobacy? (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?

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 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 be 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?

BIBLE PASSAGE: Isaiah 66:10-14

[10]Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her:

[11]That ye may suck, and be satisfied with the breasts of her consolations; that ye may milk out, and be delighted with the abundance of her glory.

[12]For thus saith the LORD, Behold, I will extend peace to her like a river, and the glory of the Gentiles like a flowing stream: then shall ye suck, ye shall be borne upon her sides, and be dandled upon her knees.

[13]As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you; and ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem.

[14]And when ye see this, your heart shall rejoice, and your bones shall flourish like a herb: and the hand of the LORD shall be known toward his servants, and his indignation toward his enemies.

MEMORY VERSE: “Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.” Proverbs 13:12.

INTRODUCTION: Hope is a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen. However, when there is an uncomfortable or prolonged delay, weariness and heaviness of the heart may set in. Sometimes, while in this valley of life, we fast, pray, work smart and even sow seeds of faith in our bid to find solutions, yet, there might still be a delay. In this lesson, we shall consider biblical examples and winning strategies while waiting.

OUTLINES:
1. SOME BIBLICAL INSTANCES
2. WHAT TO DO WHILE WAITING

1. SOME BIBLICAL INSTANCES

There were Bible characters who, despite their relationship with God, waited painfully and hoped patiently for their expectations to be met and were not disappointed in the long run (Prov.23:18; Rom.5:5). For instance, Abraham/Sarah as well as Hannah waited long for the ‘fruit of the womb’ – children (Gen.15:2; 1 Sam.1:2). David hoped painfully for deliverance from King Saul and his enemies (1Sam.19:18; Ps.3:1). Joseph had a dream that he would be great but was thrown into the pit, sold into slavery and imprisoned (Gen.37:5). Job lost his children, business, and health suddenly and hoped for restoration (Job 1:13-20; 14:7, 14). The children of Israel laboured and suffered for 430 years in Egypt before God sent Moses to liberate them (Ex.12:40). The widow of the indebted prophet was exhausted until she cried to the prophet (2Kgs.4:1).

Abraham and Sarah were visited by God and they got Isaac (Gen.21:1-5). Hannah received her testimony son (1 Sam.1:20). David later got his deliverance and became a king (2 Sam.6:21). Joseph’s dream became a reality. He became the ruler over the realm of Egypt and his brothers bowed to him (Gen.42:6-7). God blessed the end of Job more than his beginning (Job 42:10). The Israelites eventually got delivered from the Egyptians (Ex.14:26-29). The indebted widow of the prophet received divine assistance (2Kgs.4:1-7). Waiting patiently on God in times of distress is key (Isa.40:28-31).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Why do you think so many people do not want to wait patiently on God to receive His promise?

2. WHAT TO DO WHILE WAITING

While waiting for your miracle:
1. Focus on the aspect of your life that is working (Isa.50:7) and give thanks to God rather than being sad over what you are yet to receive (Ps. 103:2).

2. Be optimistic about your long-awaited miracle (Ps.27:13) and wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord (Lam.3:25-26).

3. Remember that God makes all things beautiful in His own time (Eccl.3:11).

4. Refuse to respond to discouragement (Mk. 10:46-52).

5. Encourage yourself in the Lord your God (1 Sam. 30:6).

6. Get your heart fixed on your purpose and aspiration (Neh.4:6).

7. Study the word of God to build your faith (Rom.10:17).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: The class should discuss the dangers the following are likely to face for not waiting patiently on God:
i. An individual.
ii. The Church.
iii. The Society.
iv. The Nation.

CONCLUSION: Hopelessness can lead to despair. Do not give up on God because He never comes late.

QUESTIONS:
* Mention four (4) biblical examples of people who waited on God.
* Mention three (3) things believers need to do while waiting on God.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention (5) emotional issues associated with deferred hope (2×5=10 Marks).

 

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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 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 be 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?

MEMORY VERSE: “And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none.” Ezekiel 22:30.

 

 

BIBLE PASSAGE: JEREMIAH 18:1-6

[1]The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying,

[2]Arise, and go down to the potter’s house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words.

[3]Then I went down to the potter’s house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels.

[4]And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to make it.

[5]Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

[6]O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the LORD. Behold, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel.

 

 

INTRODUCTION

God does not necessarily need our strengths or strong points to use us. Oftentimes, He delights in using our weakness, because whenever He does, we do not get to share in His glory. God wants us to be examples to others of what He can do in and with us if only we are willing and obedient to do His will. God is still looking for vessels to use.

OUTLINES:

1. BIBLICAL EXAMPLES OF VESSELS GOD USED
2. GOD’S REQUIREMENTS AND REWARDS

BIBLICAL EXAMPLES OF VESSELS GOD USED

God is no respecter of persons (Acts 10:34). There are biblical examples of vessels that God used despite their weaknesses or shortcomings. These include:
1. Moses: A fearful man (Ex.2:14), of low self-esteem (Ex.3:11) and stammerer (Exo.4:10). He was chosen by God to deliver the Israelites from age-long captivity (Num. 12: 6-8)

 

2. Gideon: A man of doubt (Jug.6:11-13; 6:36-40) and low esteem (Judges 6:14-15). He became the vessel chosen to liberate his people from the Midianites (Jug. 7:19-25).

 

 

3. David: He was the least in his father’s house (1 Sam.17:14a; 16:11-12), an adulterer (2 Sam.11:2-4) and an apparent murderer (2 Sam 11:14-17). He became a man after God’s heart (1Sam. 13:14).

4. Peter: An unlearned fisherman who slept instead of praying (Matt.26:37-44) and even denied Christ three times (Mk.14:66-72). He was mightily used of God (Matt.16:16-19, Luke 22:31-32; Acts 2:40-41; 3:6-8).

5. Paul: when he was Saul, persecuted the Church, arrested and aided the killing of many believers (Acts 8:1-3). Jesus converted and made him a chosen vessel, especially to the gentile nations (Acts 9:1-15).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: The teacher should ask each student to mention at least one weakness they have and how they can overcome it.

 

2. GOD’S REQUIREMENTS AND REWARDS

God is looking for vessels and His requirements include faithfulness (Lk.19:17; 1 Cor.4:2; Jer.5:1); availability (Ezek.22:30; Isa.6:8); teachability (Jn.14:23; Matt.10:24); obedience to God’s word (2Tim.2:21; Prov.13:13) and being strong in Christ (Jn.14:12; 15:16).

In addition, God wants us to purge ourselves of every contamination of the body and soul (2Tim.2:21), lay aside weights (Heb.12:1), die to self (Jn.12:24-26), not to look for fame and its associated fanfare, but to be completely yielded to Him. God can discern every thought and motive behind every action (Heb.4:13; Ps.33:13-15).

Let us choose to serve Him with all sincerity of heart and press on to the mark of His high calling in Christ (Phil.3:12-14). God rewards everything done in His name, whether in secret or in the open (Isa.45:19; Ps.58:11; Heb.11:6; Rev.22:12).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should identify how God rewards faithful vessels on earth.

CONCLUSION: You are the next vessel to be used by God. Stop resisting Him.

QUESTIONS:
1. Mention some of those God used in the past despite their shortcomings.
2. What does God require of a man He will use?

ASSIGNMENT: Identify five (5) areas where you think you are too weak to work for God and ask Him to strengthen you in those areas (No mark).

 

 

Action Point
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Memory Verse: ” But we have this treasure in earthen vessel , that the excellency of power may be of God, and not of us”– 2 Cor. 4:7.

 

Bible Passage: 2 Timothy 2:20-21.

Introduction

God can make something out of nothing and will never create anything without a purpose. He chose a small portion of the dust to form man and His breath in the nostril of man made the difference, making man a living soul (Genesis 2:7). God has a purpose for all souls He created including all the resources He puts into our hands more so because no one can have anything except it is given from above. God expects the resources given to us to flow through us to benefits others and this forms the differences between a container and a vessel. 

 

OUTLINES 

1. TREASURES IN DUSTS

2. CONTAINERS OR VESSELS 

 

TREASURES IN DUSTS

Dust has no serious relevance to man until God touched, made and breathed into it, the breath of life. (Genesis 2:7). He deposited part of Himself- His Spirit- into the dust and deposited a treasure in it (Job 32:8). That small portion of dust began to move on the larger portion with authority from God (Genesis 1:28). When the master in the Parable of the Talent was traveling to a Far Country, he gave talents to his servants according to their pre-determined abilities. All the servants got something, and none was empty. All of us therefore, have resources deposited inside of us and no one is empty (2 Cor. 4:7). Our Master, Jesus Christ, has deposited great treasures into us (Eph. 4:7-8) and expects us to use the resources and make profits so that He will bless us when He comes back (1 Cor. 12:7; Revelation 22:12). What you do with the resources is a matter of choice you could be a container or a vessel. 

 

CONTAINER OR VESSELS 

God expects us to be vessels and not containers. What then makes a container different from a vessel?

1. A container receives and retains whereas a vessel transports (transmits). Abraham received Isaac and was willing to release Him (Genesis 22:15-18). 

2. A container is a reservoir, but a vessel is a channel (Luke 12:16-21; Genesis 12:1-3). 

3. A container is basically static like a pond but a vessel is dynamic (Acts 8:5-6; Eccl. 11:2-6). 

4. A container gives only when compelled but a vessel is always giving (Eccl. 11:2-6). 

5. A container is limited in reception, but a vessel is unlimited because it is constantly flowing (John 20:21-22; Prov. 11:24).

6. A container abides alone whereas a a vessel touches several others (John 12:24; Acts 10:38; John 7:37-39).

A container becomes a vessel if the container is willing. If a wheel is attached to a container and pulled, it becomes a vessel. A good example is in Elisha who forsook his ambition, attached himself to Elijah and kept moving (1 Kings 19:19-21; 2 Kings 2:1-22). 

 

CONCLUSION: Beware, a vessel could equally become a container. Let the one who thinks he stands take heed lest he falls (1 Cor. 10:12). 

 

QUESTIONS 

1. Give some examples of situations when God brought out something from nothing.

2. What are the differences between a container and a vessel?

 

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five (5) biblical characters with scriptural reference each, who remained vessels in God’s hands (2×5=10 Marks). 

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Child Abuse. RCCG Sunday School Manual

 

 

Memory Verse: “But whoso shall offend one of those little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a milestone were hanged about his neck and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea”– Matt. 18:6.

Bible Passage: Mark 10:13-16.

 

INTRODUCTION 

According to Merriam Webster Dictionary, a child is a “young person especially between infancy and youth”. Child abuse is any maltreatment of a child which causes him/her harm . Such action can also take the form of child neglect or failure to protect a child from danger especially by a parent or other caregivers. The Bible tells us that whosoever harm a child is asking for God’s anger (Mark 9:42). 

 

OUTLINES

1. FORMS OF CHILD ABUSE
2. SIGNS AND PREVENTION OF CHILD ABUSE.

 

FORMS OF CHILD ABUSE

Children are precious to God and must be well taken care of (Psalms 127:3). Basically, child abuse can be physical ,sexual or emotional.

 

Physical Abuse: Can be the excessive beating of a child (especially one that leaves him/her with marks), throwing objects, poising , child labour (trafficking , hawking), neglecting to give the child basic necessities of life such as food , clothing, shelter, education , health care etc. It also includes the use of drugs , alcohol or any substance that will cause the child distress (1 Kings 3:19; 25-26; Mark 9:42). 

 

Sexual Abuse: This is when any person engages a child in any sexual activity such as fondling a child sexual organ, engaging the child in any immoral activity e.g pornography , rape , defilement of the child etc (2 Sam. 13:10-15).

 

Emotional/ Psychological abuse: Includes teasing, bullying, threatening , verbal abuse, (such as cursing , belittling , constantly finding fault), etc. (1 Samuel 17:26-28; Col. 3:21). 

 

SIGNS AND PREVENTION OF CHILD ABUSE

These are some of the signs that a child is being abused: aggressive behavior, low self-esteem, sleeping difficulties, unexplained bruises, burns or swellings, lack of concentration, and criminal inclination. Child abuse may eventually leads to deformation or death. 

 

Prevention of Child Abuse may take the following forms: 

1. Early education , identification and intervention. 
2. Break the silence, report any abuse.
3. Train a child in a godly way. (Prov. 22:6).
4. It is not every wrong that should be met with capital punishment. 

CONCLUSION: Child abuse is a menace that must be dealt with holistically in the fear of God. 

QUESTIONS 

1. Mention three (3) forms of Child Abuse. 
2. State at least two ways of preventing child abuse. 

ASSIGNMENT 
Give five (5) reasons people abuse children. (2×5=10 Marks). 

 

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Memory Verse: “And did not he make one? Yet had he the residue of the spirit. And wherefore one ? That he might seek a godly seed. Therefore take heed to your spirit, and loet none deal treacherously against the wife of his youth”. -Malachi 2:15. 

Bible Passage: Malachi 2:13-16. 

 

INTRODUCTION 

Anyone considering divorce must have experienced months or years of struggle with their spouse. They are familiar with emotional divorce. They are familiar with emotional distance, insecurity, fear, depression, anger and perhaps betrayal. Life has become so difficult that divorce seems like the only path toward peace and happiness. Our High Priest emphatises with believers in such state (Heb. 4:15). However,  God clearly explains His reasons for esteeming marriage so highly He says it was He who “made them one” (Mal. 2:15). Marriage was God’s idea and any deviation from His design is detestable to Him. Marriage is not just a contract, it is a covenant. This is why God hates divorce and the consequences can be grievous. 

 

OUTLINES 

1. GOD HATES DIVORCE
2. DIVORCE HAS GRAVE CONSEQUENCES 

 

GOD HATES DIVORCE

Marriage is a picture of the covenant God has with His people (1 Cor. 6:17). and He wants us to understand how serious it is. When a Husband or wife chooses to violate the covenant of marriage, it mars and makes a mockery of the God-created concept of covenant relationship (2 Cor. 11:2; Rev. 19:7-9). God never intended divorce to be a part of human experience and it grieves Him when we harden our hearts and break a covenant that He created. (Matt. 19:4-8). 

 

Mal. 2:15 give us another reason God hates divorce. He says He is “seeking Godly offspring”. God design for the family was that one man and one woman commit themselves to each other for life and rear children that will understand the concept of covenant as well. Children reared in a healthy two-parent home have a far greater likelihood of establishing successful marriages themselves. 

 

DIVORCE HAVE GREAT CONSEQUENCES 

There is a direct correlation between the way a man treat his wife and the effectiveness of his prayers. God does not listen to the pleas for blessing from those who have broken the covenant of marriage. (1 Peter 3:7). Divorce is also associated with many negative outcomes. Here are some:

 

1. Divorce is a death of a union, and therefore , the death of a dream, a promise and a family unit. Everyone involved-even a perpetrator- will feel grief and loss during a divorce. If there are children involved, they will experience severe grief over the loss of being with both parents together and living under the same roof.
2. Divorce marks a pivotal moment in a person’s life, especially for children . life as they know it changes forever and they become become different versions of themselves , adapting to new routines and new versions of their parents (who have also changed).
3. Children of divorced parents are more likely to experience poverty . educational failure,early and risky sexual activities, non-marital childbirth , early marriage , cohabitation , marital discord and divorce. 
4. Following a divorce, parents and children, often experience emotional and psychological problems , that can last for years, even for the rest of their lives. Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem , fear of abandonment , distrust, insecurity, lack of intimacy, confusion over security and /or gender , guilt, fruitlessness , loneliness , bitterness and rebellion manifest themselves in children who have lived through divorce of their parents. 
5. Divorce matters can lead to a poor sense of judgement especially on marital issues, increase in crime, drug/ alcohol addiction and even suicide attempt. 
6. The productivity of divorcees/divorced men may reduce at work and in their services to God. 
7. There is a chance of another divorce . Research shows that about 60 percent of divorcees/divorced men who remarry will divorce again. Realistically, most people carry the unresolved issues from their last failed marriage to the next marriage. 

 

CONCLUSION : If God hates divorce, believers should do everything possible, including consulting with the Author of marriage-God to make the marriage work. 

 

ASSIGNMENT: Give five(5) flimsy excuses couples make for divorce (2X5=10 Marks).

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Memory Verse: ” Through wisdom is an house built; and by understanding it is established “. – Prov 24:3.

 

Bible Passage: Prov. 5: 3-4. 

Introduction

God, invented marriage for companionship, sexual intimacy, procreation and invariably fulfilment. (Gen. 2:18; 21:24). However, what becomes of marriage depends primarily on the understanding of the couple on what marriage should be and the factors that positively and negatively influence such undertanding. (Prov. 24:4-4). How a couple manages such influence(s) determines whether or not there will be happiness , peace, progress etc. We shall , therefore, address some of these marriage I fluencers in this lesson. 

NEGATIVE INFLUENCERS

#1 FRIENDS IN TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS

Couples must protect their marriage from failure by avoiding destructive relationship patterns sponsored by third parties whose marriages seem not to be working (1 Cor. 15:33; Ps. 1:1). 

#2 Inordinate pursuit of money career

Money is needed to run the affairs of the home but when it is being pursued at the expense of the marriage. It may affect the togetherness of the couple (1 Tim 6:10). 

#3 Undue attention to social media

Communication becomes hampered when spouses pay more attention to social media activities than to each other (Matt. 6:21). This has disrupted family intimacy.

 

#4 Character defects

One of the factors that makes marriage beautiful is change. However, when spouses refuse to admit the need for a change in a defective lifesytle, such marriage suffers needless tension. (Matt. 7:3).

 

#5 Close relationship with ex lovers and opposite sex

Failure to redefine and detach fully from previous or resent intimate relationships with the opposite sex can trigger unforseen sexual immorality ( Prov. 5:3, 15,20). 

#6 Excessive jealousy

This happens when a partner is over-possesove. This is dangerous and can lead to destructive behaviours ( Prov. 6:34). 

#7 Addictions

Habits like gambling , alcohol, consumption , drug abuse, and the like, are some moral vices that can draw the heart of either of the partners away from the marriage.

 

Positive Influencers

1. Trust and understanding (1 John 4:8; 1 Peter 3:7). 

2. Selfless and mutual support (Gal. 6:2; Eccl. 4:9-10).

3. Praying together and keeping Christ the centre of the relationship (Matt. 18:19; Ps. 127:1). 

5. Building a new home and family culture together (Gen. 2:24). 

6. Guarding and managing ypur thoughts (Prov. 4:23; 23:7).

7. Finding work-family balance (Romans 1:11; Ps. 127:2). 

8. Never go to bed angry (Eph. 4:26).

9. Speaking kind and uplifting words to each other (Prov. 15:1; Col. 4:6). Do not nag ( Prov 21:19). 

10. Being reasonable with family finance and budget (Prov. 16:21). 

 

Conclusion

Every marriage is a work in progress . Therefore we must be intentional to make it work.

 

Assignment

Mention five (5) categories of people (that represent third-party ) capable of influencing a marriage (2*5=10Marls).

 

 

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Memory Verse: “Let her be as the loving hind and pleasant roe; let her breasts satisfy thee at all times; and be thou ravished always with her love”- Prov. 5:19.

 

BIBLE PASSAGE: PROVERBS 5: 15-20. 

 

INTRODUCTION 

To be ravished is to have a feeling of delight, being filled with wonder and enchantment. So, to ravish your spouse is to give him or her an atmosphere full of passion and fascination. The husband , as well as hs wife , has crucial roles to play to enjoy a romantic and succesful marriage. 

 

OUTLINES 

1. ROLES OF THE HUSBAND AND HIS WIFE 
2. BENEFITS OF RAVISHING YOUR SPOUSE. 

ROLES OF THE HUSBAND AND HIS WIFE

Being a good husband is not something that comes naturally to some men. However, loving another person is the most selfless thing anyone can do. Therefore:

1. A husband who loves his wife should celebrate her always (Prov. 31:28b) be her best friend , appreciate her and share in her feelings (Genesis 26:8).
2. A good husband should be protective and shield his wife from being disrespected by others (Eph. 5:29).
3. He also respects her opinions , wishes , beliefs and communicates without using abusive words (Col. 3:19; 4-5). 
4. He does not force her to give up on her dreams to follow his, rather , they talk things through to see what works for both of them (Romans 12:10).
5. the husband should focus on the strength of his wife and talk less about her weaknesses (discuss the grey area and pray together for a change)-1 Peter 3:7; 4:8).
6.  Do not lose the romance (SOS 1:2; Prov. 5:19). To be romantic, a husband should keep in mind important dates (wedding anniversary, birthdays etc) Romans 12:15. 
7. As a good husband, be humorous and know how to cheer up your wife especially when she feels low (Prov. 15:13;17:22).

On the hand, married women should note that :

1. To ravish your husband is a divine assignment given to you by God- to be your husband’s helper (Genesis 2:18; Prov.12:4).
2. They should be a woman of virtue (Prov. 12:4; 14:1).
3.  To ravish your husband, you must be submissive to him (Eph. 5:22; 1 Peter 3:1-2).
4. As a wife you should be spiritually , emotionally, intellectually, the recreationally knitted with your husband (Prov. 12:25).
5. They must be caring and manage the home well (Prov. 31:15).
6. Meeting your husband’s sexual needs is vital. Do not use sex as a weapon of denial. (SOS 1:13; 1 Cor. 7:4-5).
7. The husband must be celebrated and honoured as a king in fact, he is your king. 

 

BENEFITS OF RAVISHING YOUR SPOUSE 

When a husband and his wife are knitted, there will be intimacy and mutual trust (Mark 10:8). Their love will be unquenchable (SOS 8:7). There will be joy, peace and progress in the home (Psalms 128;1-6). It will contribute to good health (Prov. 14:30). Without a doubt , God will be present in such a loving home and their prayers will receive quick answers. (Matt. 18:19;1 Peter 3:7).

 

CONCLUSION

Sweeten your relationship with your spouse and the bliss will be long lasting. 

 

QUESTIONS 

1. Mention two roles each, for the husband and his wife.
2. What are the benefits of ravishing one’s spouse?

ASSIGNMENT 

List five (5) things each, that a husband and his wife can do to make ravishing one another difficult (2×5=10 Marks). 

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MEMORY VERSE: “The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.” – Proverbs 31:11 (KJV)

 

BIBLE PASSAGE: ACTS 6:2-7 (KJV) (RCCG Sunday School Student Manual 23 April 2023)

 

2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables.

 

3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.

 

4 But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.

 

5 And the saying pleased the whole multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, and Philip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch:

 

 

6 Whom they set before the apostles: and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them.

 

7 And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith

 

LESSON INTRODUCTION

 

 The five-letter “trust” occurs in 139 verses in the Bible (KJV). While there are various root words translated ” trust”, in this context, it means reliance on the integrity, strength, or ability of a person or thing. Trust can be dependent or relational. Dependent trust is between man and God in which an individual completely trusts God while relational trust deals with human relationships and signifies the trust one reposes in another person. We shall focus on the attribute of a trustworthy person and how to be one.

 

LESSON OUTLINE

 

ATTRIBUTES OF A TRUSTWORTHY PERSON

BEING TRUSTWORTHY

1. ATTRIBUTES OF A TRUSTWORTHY PERSON

 

Trustworthy people are:

 

Tenacious: Trustworthy people are stubbornly unyielding to untruthfulness (Dan. 1:8).

Resolute: This means they are unwavering (Ruth 1:16).

Unbendable: They are always determined to do the right thing (Esth. 3:2).

Steady: They are straightforward (2Chr. 24:11-12).

Tested: They have proved their trustworthiness through thick and thin (1Sam. 12:3).

Accountable: They are always answerable for whatever task they engage in (Neh. 13:13).

Wholistic: They can be wholly trusted with time, money, the opposite sex, work, etc.

Reliable: They have your back and do not betray a trust or leak a secret for any reason (Prov. 14:23).

Weighty: Trust is weighty but not burdensome as a result; the carrier is conscious of carrying something important and does not misbehave (Gen. 39:9).

Solid: They are always firm (Job 17:9).

2. BEING TRUSTWORTHY

 

Being trustworthy is a deliberate and purposeful resolve an individual makes (Dan. 5:17). Trust is earned (Prov. 31:12) trust is not entrusted to anyone; it is consciously earned by an individual. There is a price tag of sacrifices to be paid by anyone who chooses to be trustworthy (Gen. 39:10). We need to ask God for help as we take time to study and obey His words because trust is the bedrock of a lasting relationship.

 

Some of the rewards of being trustworthy are peace of mind, boldness, a crown of honour, and an asset while the consequences of distrust include: shame, dishonour, and loss of opportunities.

 

CONCLUSION

Trust is significant and essential to any relationship we may build because it is this trust in one another that forms the foundation of a strong relationship.

 

Question 

Mention four (4) attribute of a trustworthy person.

How can one be trustworthy?

 

 

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