Memory Verse: ” My soul followeth hard after thee, thy right hand upholdeth me”- Ps. 68:3. 

Bible Passage: Ps. 68:1-8. 

Introduction 

A God Chaser is a.person whose passion for God’s presence presses him to chase the impossible in the hope that the uncatchable might catch him. A child chases a loving parent until suddenly the strong arms of the father enfold the chaser. (Genesis 5:24; Phil. 3:12). 

Lesson Outlines 

1. Examples of God Chasers

2. The God chaser’s map. 

Examples of God Chasers

The Bible records examples of those who diligently sought after God and we’re found of Him They include Enough (Genesis 5:2; 24); Moses ( Ex. 33: 13-23): Jacob (Gen. 33:24-30). Ezra (Ezra 7:10); Daniel (Daniel 6:10-22); David (Ps. 63:1-8); and Paul ( Paul 3:7-14). They were not chasing after God because of what they wanted for themselves alone but wholeheartedly believed in God (John 6: 65-69). They also acknowledged their emptiness and nothingness without God. (John 14:5). 

The God Chaser’s Map

A map gives a representation of a location needed for navigation. Anyone chasing after God must understand His spiritual location. While God is omnipresent. His manifest presence is only for those who diligently chase after Him. Hence, among others, the Lord will be found in the place of praise (Ps. 100:3-4; 22:3). He will be found in the place of prayer and fasting (2 Chro. 20:3; Ezra 8:21; Daniel 9:1-3); You will find the Lord when you strive to live in holiness (2 Chro. 34:3; Ezra 6:21; HEB. 12:14). Ultimately, the Lord will be found in His word (John 5:39; Ezra 7:10; Ps. 34:4). 

CONCLUSION

We require the Lord to help us and be on our side when seeking the Lord. We cannot do it by human effort. Let us call on the Lord today to help us. 

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Memory Verse: ” For in that he himself hath suffered being tempted, he is able to succour them that are tempted”– Heb. 2:18.

Bible Passage: Heb. 4: 14-16

Introduction

Just as we cannot stop birds from flying over our heads but can stop them from nesting in our hair, so also can we not stop evil thoughts from passing through our minds. However, we need not accept them or allow them to take a stronghold. The consequence of yielding to temptation can be disastrous whereas resisting it, births glory. 

LESSON OUTLINES

1. The results of temptation
2. How can one overcome it?

THE RESULTS OF TEMPTATION

There are two possible outcomes of temptation. We either yield to it or we resist it and overcome it. If a Christian yields to temptation, it becomes sin (1 Tim. 6:9). The result then is that the Christians’s testimony is badly affected and he becomes spiritually weak (Matt. 26:41). If the temptation is resisted, the Lord is glorified and the Christian grows spiritually stronger is thus able to resist other temptations in the future. (James 1:2-4). The victorious Christian grows in faith and maturity. God is happy because the determination of the Christian to obey Him is confirmed. 

HOW CAN ONE OVERCOME IT?

There are several ways of overcoming temptations. We shall mention some of them:

1. By trusting God. We can rely on God’s faithfulness. He changes not (1 Cor. 1:9; 10-13).
2. By memorising the word of God and quoting them when the need arises as Jesus did in Matt. 4. 
3. By constant prayer and carefulness (Matt. 26:41). The man who knows that his weakness is alcohol should not be frequent in beer parlours.
4. By fleeing (2 Timothy 2:22). When Joseph found himself cornered by Potiphar’s wife, he ran. 
5. By resisting (James 4:7). The devil is a coward. If we resist him, he flees. That is, he runs away in terror. 

CONCLUSION 

Avoid falling into temptation whenever it comes. Rely on Jesus Christ who is constantly praying for us (Luke 22:31-32). Beware of yielding to sin. To fall is easy but scars often remain. Remember, we can do all things through Christ, including resisting temptations.

QUESTIONS 

1. List four possible ways of escape from temptation.
2. What are the results of temptations? 

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Memory Verse: “But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart”– Matt. 5:28.

Bible Passage: 1 Cor. 6:15-20. 

Introduction 

Sexual immorality is a grievous sin that God hates. It is, therefore, alarming that it exists even among the members of the church (1 Cor. 5:1-2; Eph. 5:3). Sexual immorality is any habit or act that contradicts God’s laid down plan, principles and practice concerning sexual behaviour. Adultery and fornication are forms of sexual immorality.

Other forms of sexual immorality and homosexuality, lesbianism, bestiality, incest, rape, masturbation, pornography, lustful desires and immoral thoughts. Although all unrighteousness is sin, sexual immorality is considered grave and great sin before God. (1 Cor. 3:16-17).

LESSON OUTLINES 

1. Adultery and fornication described. 
2. Causes of Idolatry and fornication.

ADULTERY AND FORNICATION DESCRIBED 

Adultery can simply be described as marital infidelity. Adultery is any illicit sexual relationship between a married person and other persons apart from his or her spouse. Also, adultery could mean a sexual relationship between a married person and someone that is betrothed (engaged).

Adultery and fornication are listed among the works of the flesh (Galatians 5:19). Not to commit adultery is among the first ten commandments given to Isreal (Exodus 20:14). Adultery was regarded as a serious sin punishable by death (Leviticus 20:10; John 8:4-5). It is regarded as foolishness and eternal reproach (Proverbs 6:22-23). Adultery starts from the heart and the lust of the eyes (Matt. 5:27-28; 2 Peter 2:14). Polygamy and Polyandry also constitute adultery.

Sexual immorality or intercourse between unmarried couples is fornication. Fornication has gone viral among youths in the church like never before  (1 Cor. 5:1). The temptation to commit fornication or adultery is common to all but you do not have to fall for it (1 Cor. 10:12-13). 

CAUSES OF ADULTERY AND FORNICATION 

Some of the likely causes of adultery are:

1. Untamed lustful desire (James 1:13-14). 
2. Covetousness (Ex. 20:17).
3. Lack of contentment or satisfaction of a party (1 Cor. 7:2-5).
4. Separation, divorce and remarriage are gateways to adultery (Matt. 19:9; Romans 7:2-3).
5. Hardship or unforeseen circumstances. 

In addition, the following can lead to fornication:

1. Curiosity (Gen. 3:1-5).
2. Youthful lust (2 Timothy 2:22). 
3. Peer Pressure (Ex. 23:2).
4. Undefined relationship (1 Cor. 7:2).
5. Unnecessarily/prolonged courtship (1 Cor. 7:9). 

CONCLUSION 

Sex before or outside marriage is totally forbidden by God (Eph. 5:3). Saints must abstain from fornication (Acts 15: 20,29). Christian must consciously put to death fornication being a deed of the flesh (Col. 3:5). 

QUESTIONS

1. Describe adultery and fornication. 
2. Mention the likely causes of adultery and fornication 

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Memory Verse: “Casting all your care upon Him, for He careth for you”– 1 Peter 5:7. 

Bible Passage: Romans 5:1-8. 

Introduction 

Suicide is the act of intentionally causing one’s death or deliberately killing one’s self. Research shows that approximately 90% of people who have died by suicide were suffering from a mental illness at the time. The most common mental illness reported is depression. Also, many suicides happen impulsively in moments of crisis with a breakdown in the ability to deal with life stresses, such as financial problems, relationship breakups or chronic pain and illness. IOn addition, experiencing conflict, disaster, violence, abuse (physical, sexual, emotional, verbal and so on), discrimination or loss and a sense of isolation are strongly associated with suicidal behaviour, intense sadness and hopelessness; not caring about activities; that used to matter, withdrawal from family, friends, sports and social activities; substance (drug, alcohol) abuse are some of the common sign of suicidal thoughts. 

OUTLINES 

1. BIBLICAL VIEW OF SUICIDE

2. ANTIDOTES TO SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/ATTEMPTS

THE BIBLICAL VIEW OF SUICIDE 

The Bible view suicide as equal to murder (self-murder). God is the only one who is to decide when and how a person should die. We should say with the Psalmist, “My times are in thy hand…” (Ps. 31:15). God is the giver of life. He gives and He takes away (Job 1:21). The Bible mentions six specific people who committed suicide: Abimelech (Judges 9:54), Saul (1 Sam. 31:4). , Saul’s armour bearer (1 Sam. 31:4-6). Ahitophel (2 Sam. 17:23), Zimri (1 Kings 16:18). and Judas (Matt. 27:5). 

Suicide, the taking of one’s own life, is ungodly because it rejects God’s gifts of life. No one should presume to take God’s authority upon them to end their life. Some people in Scripture felt deep despair in life. Solomon , in his pursuit of pleasure, reached the point where he “hated life” (Ecl. 2:17). Elijah was fearful and depressed and yearned for death (1 Kings 19:4). Jonah was so angry at God that he wished to die (Jonah 4:8). Even the Apostle Paul and his missionary companion at one point were under great pressure that resulted in despair (2 Cor. 1:8).

However, none of these men committed suicide. Solomon learned to fear God and keep His commandments (Eccl. 12:13). Elijah was comforted by an Angel, allowed to rest, and given a new commission (1 Kings 19:5,15). Jonah received admonition and rebuke from God (Jonah 4:1-3, 8-11). Paul learned that, although the pressure he faced was beyond his ability to endure, the Lord can bear all things. (2 Cor. 1:9). 

ANTIDOTES TO SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/ ATTEMPTS

According to the Bible, suicide is a sin (Ex. 20:13). Therefore, if you or anyone around you expresses suicidal thoughts or exhibits self-harming behaviours, seek pastoral and professional help. In addition, the following steps may help to rescue anyone having suicidal thoughts:

1. Take a few moments to consider letting God prove His love for you (Romans 5:5). 
2. Know that Jesus identifies with you in your time of rejection and humiliation (Is. 52:2-6). 
3. Jesus Christ endured suffering and pain so that you might have all your sins forgiven and your weight of guilt removed. (Romans 5:7-8; Romans 8:32).
4. Know that Jesus will forgive and repair your brokenness and restore your joy if you humbly receive Him as Your Saviour (Is. 1:18; 2 Cor. 5:17). 
5. Be assured that Jesus will always come to your rescue whenever you are in trouble if only you cry to or call upon Him (Ps. 61:1-2; Jer. 33:3; Ps. 50:15).

CONCLUSION: No matter how bad things are in your life, there is the God of love who is waiting for you to guide you through your tunnel of despair and out into His marvelous light.

QUESTIONS

1. What is the Biblical view of suicide?
2. Mention the antidotes to suicidal thoughts/ attempts. 

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Bible Passage: 1 Chron. 29:10-12.

Opening Prayer: Dear God, help me to understand who you are.

Previous Knowledge: I. Teachers should welcome students to the first Sunday School lesson for the year 2022/2023.

2. Teachers should thank God for His ever-abiding presence and transformational power on the word throughout the last Sunday School year.

3. Teachers should encourage students to be steadfast, regular and punctual in the Sunday School classes throughout the new Redeemed Year.

Introduction

Some people, called atheists, did not believe in or intentionally deny the existence of God. The Bible calls them ‘fools’ (Ps. 14:1). There are others who believe in the existence of many gods and consult with them based on peculiar needs; they are called polytheists. The Bible unequivocally teaches that there is only one God who created all things, sustains all things, and transcends all things. This is what we believe as Christians. It is worth noting that we do not worship or serve the same God as the people of other religions who also believe that there is only one “God”. Who then is our God and what makes Him unique?

Lesson Aim: To know who the God of the Christians is.

Teaching Objectives

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

a. Describe God as the uncreated Creator.

b. Identify His attributes and nature.

c. Describe the differences between him and other gods.

Teaching Plan

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should :

a. Allow the students to recite the memory Verse, read the Bible Passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignments.

b. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.

c. Teach the lesson outlines, summarize, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

Text Review: 1 Chron. 29:10-12.

In this passage, David publicly acknowledges his God and declares some of his attributes and works.

a. Blessed be thou, Lord God of Israel our Father, forever and ever…V10.

b. Greatness and the power, the glory the victory, and the majesty are God’s. …v11a.

This is because:

I. All that………v11b.

ii. ………v11c.

c. Riches and Honour come from Him…..v12a.

And He also:

I…….v12b.

Ii. ……v12c.

III. ……..v12d.

Teachers should fill in the gaps from the passage during the preview exercise.

Teaching Method: Question and Answer method.

Time Management: The Teacher should apply two-lesson outlines of teaching time.

Lesson Outline 1: OUR GOD IS UNCREATED CREATOR

Question 1: Why is our God the uncreated Creator?

Answer: The Teacher should highlight the reasons our God is the uncreated Creator (Col. 1:17; Ps. 90:2) as follows:

As revealed to us by the Bible :

I. We believe that there is only one God who created Heaven and the earth (Gen. 1:1).

Ii  Our God is the Creator of both visible and invisible creatures (Col. 1:16).

III. Our God created all things (humans, animals l, and plants), and non-living things (sun, moon, rivers, stars, mountains etc). Ps. 8:3; John 1:1-3

iv. In our God, every creature receives life (John 5:26; Gen. 2:7).

v. Our God created and controls times and seasons (Gen. 1:14; Dan. 2:21a). 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should mention why our God is the uncreated Creator.

Lesson Outline 2: Our God is Unique

Question 1: How unique is our God?

Note: The Teacher should first allow the students to answer the question in their own words before stressing the following points that are exclusive to our God.

Answer :

Our God is Unique in that he possesses attributes other gods do not possess.

The uniqueness of Our God is evident in many of His attributes.

I. Our God is the supreme Being and ruler of all that is (Ps.103:19; 115:3). 

ii. He is the self-existent One. (Is. 45:4-6). 

III. Our God is perfect (Ps. 18:30) in holiness (Lev 11:44; Ex. 15:11). 

iv. He is unique in power (Ps. 62:11), goodness (Ex. 34:6); and Wisdom (Romans 11:33). 

v. Our God is present everywhere (Jer. 23:24). 

Question 2: What other unique attributes does our God possess? 

Answer: 

I. He is all Powerful -Omnipotent (Rev. 19:6). 

ii. All-Knowing- Omniscient (1 John 3:20).

III. Our God is a spirit (John 4:24; 2 Cor. 3:17). 

iv. Our God is all light (John 1:5) and glory (Ps. 19:3). 

v. Our God is Love (1 John 4: 8,16) and love us with an everlasting love (Jer. 3:13). 

vi. The sovereignty of God is expressed in the fact that He does whatever Pleases Him (1 Chro. 29:11; Is. 29:16; 45:9). 

vii. Our God is eternal (Deut. 33:27; Romans 1:20).

Class Activity 2: Students should distinguish between our God and other gods. 

Summary: The God of the Christians created all things and He is distinct from other gods in so many ways. 

Conclusion: Every Christian must believe and declare boldly that our God is the only God.

Evaluation: Mention five (5) unique things about our God.

Closing Prayer: Father, I declare that You are the God of all gods and no God can be compared to you.

Assignment 

Why do you think atheists say, There is no God? Give five (5) reasons. (2*5=10 Marks). 

Action Point
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Opening Prayer: Father, give me the understanding of what I need to do to know you.

Bible Passage: Acts 17:22-27. 

Previous Knowledge: The Teacher should review the lesson for the previous week.

Memory Verse: ” And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent” – John 17:3.

Lesson Introduction

Within all of us, there exists a strong desire to be known. And to know others. More importantly, there is a void in every individual – a quest to know their creator, even if they are not professed believers in God. The Apostle Paul expressed his desire to truly know God (Phil. 3:10). It is, therefore, important to address the issue of seeking and truly knowing God.

Lesson Aim: To teach the students how to truly seek and know God.

Teaching Objectives

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

a. Understand that there is a part of man that longs to know his/her creator.

b. Know ways to seek God.

c. Discover and apply keys to truly knowing God.

Teaching Plan

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teachers should:

a. Allow the students to recite the memory Verse, read the Bible Passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities, and assignments.

b. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.

c. Teach the lesson outlines, summarize, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give an assignment.

Text Review : 1 Chro. 29:10-12.

a. Apostle Paul discovered the idolatrous tendencies of the Athens Jews. In his address, he said:

I. He perceived that in all things they were superstitious…..v22.

ii. As he passed by …….v23a.

III. Whom therefore….v23b

b. He, therefore, declared saying

I. God that made…..v24a.

ii…….v24b.

III……v24c.

Iv. Neither…….v25.

v. And has made …..v26.

vi. That they should seek the Lord….v27a.

vii. Though……….v27b.

Teaching Method: The Lecture method.

Time Management: The Teacher should apply two-lesson outlines of teaching time.

Lesson Outline 1: Seeking God is Inevitable

A. Our desire to seek and know more of God is the essence of true life (Jn 17:3; Jer. 50:4). 

B. The thoughts of God should be paramount in our minds because they will determine the value and direction of our lives ( Ps. 48:9; 63:6). 

C. Seeking God, then, is an ongoing responsibility and privilege for all Christians (Job 5:8). 

D. Therefore, the Scriptures admonish us to seek God:

I. Wholeheartedly ( Deut. 4:29).

ii. Early in life (Ps. 63:1; Eccl. 12:1).

iiii. Continually (Ps. 105:4).

iv. With joy (Ps.70:4).

v. By prayer and supplications.

vi. With fasting (Dan. 9:3).

viii. Through His righteousness (Matt. 6:33). 

viii. By studying His word ( John 5:39). 

E. Assuredly, those who seek God under the conditions stated above shall:

I. Find Him.  (Jer. 29:13).

ii. Be satisfied ( Matt. 5:6). 

III. Understand all things (Prov. 28:5).

iv. Not lack any good thing (Ps. 34:10). 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: The class should mention other ways through which we can seek God.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: Keys To Truly Knowing God

A. In an attempt to know God, we must :

I. Receive Jesus Christ into our lives (Jn. 1:12): Jesus makes it clear that he alone is the way to Heaven and personal knowledge of God. (Jn. 14:6-9).

ii. Understand that the Bible is God’s word and a revelation of Himself, His promises, and His will ( Jn. 1:1; Ps. 119:105). The Bible is essentially a love letter written to us from a loving God who created us to know Him intimately (2 Tim. 3:14-17).

III. Be committed to obeying what we read in the Scriptures ( Titus 1:16; Jn. 15:14). We were created to do good works (Eph. 2:10). Not only must we read and understand God’s word, but we must also apply doctrines obediently and remain faithful (James 1:21-22).

iv. Be committed to prayer, personal devotion, and fellowship with brethren (Heb. 10:25). and, always worship God in spirit and in truth (Jn. 4: 23-24).

v. Allow the Holy Spirit to lead and guide us always ( Romans 8:14; 26-27).

B. Then, our lives can be filled with God, and we can experience knowing Him intimately. 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should share with the class keys that have increased their knowledge of God.

SUMMARY: Seeking God is Inevitable, and there are ways to truly know God.

CONCLUSION: If we genuinely hunger and thirst to know God, He will reveal Himself to us.

EVALUATION: Students should state the key to truly knowing God. 

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, empower me to pay the price to truly seek and know You. 

ASSIGNMENT: Prayerfully follow the guidelines in today’s lesson and work on Yourself to seek God daily (No Mark). 

Action Point
PS: If you would like to have an online course on any of the courses that you found on this blog, I will be glad to do that on an individual and corporate level, I will be very glad to do that because I have trained several individuals and groups and they are doing well in their various fields of endeavour. Some of those that I have trained include the staff of Dangote Refinery, FCMB, Zenith Bank, and New Horizons Nigeria among others. Please come on Whatsapp and let’s talk about your training. You can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training.

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Memory Verse: “If any man defiles the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are”.– 1 Cor. 3:17.

Bible Passage: Prov. 6:23-29, 32-33. 

Introduction

Adultery and fornication are not just sins against God (1 Cor. 6:19-20) but also against one’s soul (1 Peter 2:11) and body (1 Cor. 6:18). Having known the meaning of adultery and fornication as well as their causes, we shall proceed to consider the inherent dangers or consequences of these sins. We need to also find out the antidotes to and/or remedies for adultery and fornication.

Lesson Outlines 

1. Dangers/Consequence
2. Antidotes/remedies

Dangers/Consequences

1. Loss of Dignity and honour (Prov. 6:22-23).
2. Exposure to and transfer of curse and affliction (Gen. 49:3-4; Judges 16:1-31). 
3. Exposure to deadly diseases and unwanted pregnancies (1 Corinth 3: 16-17)..
4. Untimely Death (Judges 16: 6,30).
5. Eternal destruction and separation from God (1 Cor. 6:9; Revelations 21:8; Heb. 13:4b).

Antidotes/Remedies 

1. Have the consciousness of sin and fear God (Gen. 39:9; Romans 6: 12-14).
2. Make a covenant with your eyes and flesh not to commit adultery or fornication (Job 31:1).
3. Abstain from all appearances or resemblance of sexual immorality (1 Thess, 5:22).
4. Do not stay in the corridor of adultery and fornication hoping to resist the temptation. Run away as far as your legs can carry you. Learn from Joseph and do not be like Samson (1 Cor. 6:18; Gen. 39: 10-12; Judges 16:1).
5. Get married as soon as you are mature to do so (1 Cor. 7;2; Heb. 13:4a).
6. Married couples should strive to mutually satisfy each other in all things and guard against the infiltration of strange women and men (1 Cor. 7:3-5; Prov. 5:18-20).
7. Always meditate on the word of God and depend on the strength of the Holy Spirit (Phil. 4:8;13).
8. Pray for the grace to exercise self-control and be satisfied at all times and in all things (1 Cor. 7:9; 1 Cor. 9:25). 
9. Glorify God in your body (1 Cor. 6:20).

CONCLUSION: Run away from every appearance of evil (1 Thess. 5:22). Adultery, as well as fornication, kills.

QUESTIONS 

1. Mention and discuss the dangers/ consequences of adultery and fornication.
2. Discuss four antidotes of and remedies to adultery and fornication.

Action Point
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Memory Verse: “Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin; but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness unto God”.- Romans 6:13. 

Bible Passage: Romans 6:8-14.

Introduction

After Salvation, the deep cry of every heart should be for holiness, to be like Christ, to overcome sin and to live a blameless and holy life. Some Christians try to be holy and at times they do not succeed so they become discouraged. They become fearful of preaching holiness lest they be seen as preaching something they cannot practice. Some Christians have never even heard of the victorious life of holiness so they continue sinning and confessing from day to day. The Bible teaches glorious victory over sin for every believer. In John 5:4, John was not speaking about victory in Heaven but of victory on earth; daily victory over the world and the lusts thereof.

Lesson Outlines 

1. Claiming the Promises of God
2. The choice to make 

CLAIMING THE PROMISES OF GOD

Did God promise victory over sin for believers? He asked us to be holy as He is holy (1 Peter 1:15-16). He, however, added that without Him we can do nothing (John 15:5). That is, without His assistance, we cannot live a holy and victorious life. Therefore, He decreed that sin shall not have dominion over us (Romans 6:14), that we shall conquer sin through Him (Romans 8:37), for He will cause us to triumph always through Christ (2 Cor. 2:14).

When God promises anything, He will do it. I am to believe the following facts that are established in the word of God:

1. I died with Christ (Gal. 2:20). Death frees a man once and for all from the power and dominion of sin (Romans 6:7).. A dead man cannot steal, fornicate, covet or commit any other sin. 
2. I was buried with Him (Romans 6:4). All that is evil in me should remain permanently buried. 
3. I rose with Christ (Romans 6:5). Christ rose with a glorified body over which sin can have no power or dominion. Since I rose with Him, sin can no longer have dominion over me. 
4. I have the power to live triumphantly with Him (Romans 6:8). 

The Choice To Make

As a Christian, I still have my own free will. I can choose or reject a life of victory over sin. If I choose victory, I certainly may have it as a gift from the Lord. If it is true that I am dead to sin with Christ, then, there is only one thing for me to do and this is to yield myself to God(Romans 6:13). If I do this, then I can assume my new position by faith as someone who is “alive from the dead”. It is no, longer a question of fighting sin but a matter of yielding to a more powerful force, the power of the resurrected Christ. The choice, however, is entirely mine to either yield to sin or to Christ (Romans 6:15). If I yield to Christ, I shall be free from the power of sin (Romans 6:18). If I yield to sin, I shall go down from iniquity to iniquity (Romans 6:19).

CONCLUSION: Probably you have tried to live victoriously before and you have failed. What should be done now? 1 John 1:9 is still true. Jesus jas never failed, Your failure has not weakened Christ. Obey the commands of the Spirit as He directs you in your daily routine. 

QUESTIONS 

1. Is it possible to live a life of victory over sin? How?
2. Name two promises of God on this issue.

Action Point
PS: If you would like to have an online course on any of the courses that you found on this blog, I will be glad to do that on an individual and corporate level, I will be very glad to do that because I have trained several individuals and groups and they are doing well in their various fields of endeavour. Some of those that I have trained include the staff of Dangote Refinery, FCMB, Zenith Bank, and New Horizons Nigeria among others. Please come on Whatsapp and let’s talk about your training. You can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training.

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Opening Prayer: Almighty Father, please do not forsake Your Children. Take us to heaven after this world. Help us to cooperate with you to make heaven in Jesus’s name.

Previous Knowledge: The teacher should allow students to review the previous week’s lesson.

Bible Passage: Luke 16: 19-26. 

Memory Verse: “And Jesus said unto Him, Verily I say unto thee, Today shall thou be with me in Paradise. “. –Luke 23:43..

Lesson Introduction

A paradise is a place of blessing where the righteous go after death. The word, paradise, is usually used as a synonym for “heaven” (Rev. 2:7). a Paradise is a place of rest for believers in Christ. It is a place where believers are united with Christ and His Father (Luke 22:43). Jesus used “paradise” as a synonym for “heaven”. The apostle Paul wrote of someone (probably himself) who ” was caught up to paradise” (2 Cor. 12:4). In this context, paradise obviously refers to Heaven.

Lesson Aim: To study the nature of paradise and the benefits of entering it.

Teaching Objectives: At the end of the lesson, students should be able to: a. Understand the nature of paradise.

b. Discover the benefits of entering paradise.

Teaching Plan

To achieve the above-stated objectives, teachers should: a. Find out from the students what they understand by the word ” Paradise”.

b. Explain the two (2) lesson outlines.

c. Summarize, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments to the students.

Text Review: Luke 19: 17-26.

Teachers should list five (5) things they could observe from the passage on the nature of Paradise (Heaven).

Teaching Method: Teachers should use the lecture teaching method.

Time Management: Teachers should apply two-lesson outlines of teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE NATURE OF PARADISE

I. Teacher should ask students to mention what they understand by the word “Paradise”.

ii. Teacher should explain the nature of paradise to students as follows:

a. Paradise is the Father’s house. (John 14:2).

b. Paradise is very beautiful and wonderful beyond description (2 Cor.12:4).

c. Paradise is a high and holy place where those with contrite spirits dwell (Is. 57:15). 

d. There is no sin in paradise (Ps. 15:1-2; Rev. 21:27). 

e. There is a tree of life paradise for the healing of nations ( Rev. 22:2).

f. Paradise is peaceful (Is. 65:25). 

g. Paradise is a place for faithful believers after death (Acts 7:55-56).

h. Paradise is a place of blessing and happiness (Ps. 16:11). 

I. Saints of God and believers in Christ will enter Paradise. (Acts 4:12; Matt. 10:22; Rev. 21: 27).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Mention what the Bible says about Paradise.

LESSON OUTLINE  2: THE BENEFITS OF BEING IN PARADISE

I. There is no sickness in paradise because there is a tree of life with leaves for healing (Rev. 22:2; Ez. 47:12). 

ii. The throne of God and of the Lamb is in paradise therefore there is nothing accursed in the place (Rev. 22:3). 

III. The saints of God will see the face of the Lord and they will have His name written on their foreheads (Rev. 22:4; 1 Cor. 13:12;1 John 3:2).

iv. There is no darkness in paradise because the Lord God will be the light ( Rev. 22:5).

vi. There will be no sinner in paradise because there will be no more sin and sorrow (Is. 25:8; 1Cor. 15:54).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Mention the conditions for people to enter Paradise ?.

SUMMARY: Believers should strive to enter Paradise.

CONCLUSION: Believers should not miss the joy of paradise.

EVALUATION: What do you understand by ‘Paradise’?

CLOSING PRAYER: Almighty Father, please do not allow any of Your Children

ASSIGNMENT: Mention any five (5) people or characters that will not enter Paradise (2×5=10 Marks). 

Action Point
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Memory Verse: “For there are three that bear record in Heaven, the father, the Word and the Holy Ghost, and these three are one”- 1 John 5:7.

Bible Passage: Mattew 3:16-17

Introduction

The Doctrine of the Trinity is foundational to the Christian faith. It is the revelation of who our Almighty God is. God is an infinite Being, existing eternally as three co-equal and infinitely distinct Persons also called the Godhead; God the Father, God the son and the Holy Spirit. The origin of the doctrine of the Trinity is the Bible, although the word trinity is not used in the Bible. The word “Trinity’ was coined by one of the early Church fathers, the name “Tertullian”. This doctrine is called “Trinitarianism” and its adherents are called “Trinitarians”. The focus of this study is to clarify the concept of the Trinity by providing the biblical basis for it with further clarifications.

OUTLINES

1. Biblical Basis 
2. The Explanation

BIBLICAL BASIS

The Old Testament provides glimpses of the Trinity. For example, the Hebrew word for God -“Elohim”- is a plural form of the word “El”: Hence, in Genesis 1:26, God says (in the plural) “Let us make man in our image”. When God created the Heavens and the earth, Jesus was the instrument of God’s creation (John 1:1-3; Col. 1:15-16), in the company of the Holy Spirit who hovered over the waters (Gen. 1:2; Genesis 11:7) “Go to, let us go down…” also provides us with the evidence of the three -in-oneness of God. The Torah (the first five books of the Old Testament, also called the Law or the Pentateuch) hinted at the idea of God existing in three Persons and predicted His coming in the flesh (Gen. 49:10) to be born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2). He is not only God’s Son (Is. 9:6) but a Messiah who would be God in the flesh (Zech. 2:10-11).

From the very beginning of the church in the New Testament, Christians understood the mystery of the Trinity. For example, John the beloved knew the Son was the Creator (John 1:1-3), the “I Am” of the Old Testament  (John 8:58; Ex. 3:14), same with the Father (John 10:30; 5:22). who is to be worshipped as only God is allowed to be (Matt. 14:33). Also, the first Christians knew the Holy Spirit was a separate Person (John 14:26) who intercedes for us with God (Romans 8:26-27), proving He is a distinct Person from God the Father. The early believers knew that the Father and the Son sent the Third Person of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit-” another Comforter”- to live in our hearts (John 14:16-17; 26; 16:7). 

New Testament Writers mention all three Persons of the Trinity together numerous times. For instance:

1. At Jesus’ Baptism– Matt. 3:13-17 (voice of the Father, Son baptised, Spirit descending like a dove).
2. At Salvation- 1 Peter 1:2 (chosen by the Father, sanctified by the Spirit, sprinkled with the blood of Jesus). 
3. At Sanctification – 2 Cor. 13:14 (grace of the Lord Jesus, love of God, Fellowship of the Holy Spirit). 
4. At Christians Baptism- Matt. 28:19 (Baptised in the name, yet, three Persons -Father, Son and Holy Spirit). 

For a witness- 1 John 5:7- For there are three that bear record in Heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost, and these three are one. 

LESSON OUTLINE 2: THE EXPLANATION

 We do not believe in three Gods which is a heresy called “Thritenism”. 

We do not believe that the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit are three ‘forms’ of God- like steam, water, and ice. There is Heresy called “Modalism”. The egg is comprised of three-part, the yellowish part, the whiteish part, and the shell. Despite this, the egg is not three but one. 

 The Doctrine of the Trinity holds that: 

 God is “One Being” but ‘three Persons.” The ‘Three persons’ define who God is (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) while the ‘one Being” defines what God is (Infinite, Omnipresent, Omniscient, etc.

God has ‘one nature but ‘three centres of consciousness. This means the Father is God (Gal. 1:1), and the Son is God (Acts 5:3-

They are not three gods but only one God (Deut. 6:4). 

The Father is not the Son, the Son is not the Spirit, the Spirit is not the Father, but each is God individually and yet they are together, co-equal, co-eternal, having precisely the same nature and attributes (Almighty, unchangeable, infinitely powerful, wise, just, holy etc). and worthy of precisely the same worship, confidence and obedience. 

Action Point
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Opening Prayer: Father, give me the understanding of what I need to do to know you. 

Previous Knowledge: The teacher should allow the Assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week. 

Memory Verse: ” We also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual storehouse, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ”. – 1 Peter 2:5.

Bible Passage: Hebrews 13:15-16.

Lesson Introduction

The Christian faith, like every other religion, involves components like a Tempe, altar, and sacrifices (Gen. 4:3-4; 8:20; 1 Sam. 1:9). Spiritual Sacrifices, however, replaced the material sacrifices of the Old Covenant (Ex. 29:36). No longer do we offer bulls, goats and lambs on the altar (Heb 10:1-11). Our worship today involves the offering of spiritual Sacrifices. what are the spiritual Sacrifices and who qualifies to offer them acceptably?

Lesson Aim

To teach spiritual sacrifice, especially as pivotal to the Christian faith.

Teaching Objectives 

Through this study, students are expected to: 

a. Know what spiritual sacrifice is. 

b. Identify the elements of Spiritual sacrifice.

c. Discover who can offer it. 

d. Distinguish between material and spiritual sacrifice. 

Teaching Plan 

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should: 

a. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignments. 

b. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment. 

c. Teach the lesson outlines, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW

In the above text, the writer admonishes believers to offer two kinds of spiritual sacrifice. 

i. The sacrifice of………………………….v15a.

That is ………………………………..v15b.

ii. The sacrifice of ……………………………v16a.

Because………………………………..v16b.

Teaching Method: The Lecture Method. 

Time Management: The teacher should apply two-lesson outlines of teaching time. 

LESSON OUTLINES 

LESSON OUTLINE 1: WHAT ARE SPIRITUAL SACRIFICES 

1. Spiritual Sacrifices are: 

a. Continuous offerings from believers to God in faith.

b. They are words or deeds motivated by a desire to glorify God alone (Heb. 13:16). 

2. Just as the smoke of the incense ascended to the sanctuary in the Old Testament, so our spiritual Sacrifices ascend to God (Ps. 141:2; Revelation 5:8). 

3. These include the believer’s prayers, praise, will, body, time, treasures, talents and spiritual gifts.

4. Therefore:

i. The fact that the incense was always burning means we should always pray (Luke 8:1; 1 Thess. 5:17).

ii. Fasting is also a spiritual sacrifice that aids the believers’ prayer (Dan. 9:3).

iii. God created us to praise Him, and we must offer the “sacrifice of praise to Him continually (Heb. 13:15).

iv.  Just as Jesus surrendered His will to the Father (Luke 22:42), so should we, though it’s an ongoing battle (Romans 7:18-20).

v. Our talents and spiritual gifts are from God and should be offered for the perfecting of the saints, the work of the ministry, and the edification of the body of Christ (Eph. 4:7,12).

vi. Our treasures (Financial/material resources) contribute to the spiritual Sacrifices to be offered to God, the kingdom work on earth, the ministers of God, and the people in need (Phil. 4:18; Prov. 19:17; Gal. 6:10). 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should share with the class the spiritual sacrifices they have made to God. 

How To Offer Acceptable Spiritual Sacrifices

Believers constitute the new priesthood (1 Peter 2:9). Therefore, to offer Acceptable spiritual Sacrifices:

i. We must appear before God is sanctified (Ps. 24:3-4; Lev. 10:1-3). 

ii. we must present our bodies as ” living sacrifices (Romans 12:1-2; Gal. 2:20).

a.  Our bodies are the temple of the Lord (1 Cor. 6:18-20).

B.  The believer’s body is yielded to God as an instrument of righteousness (Romans 6:12-13; 8:11-13).

3. This implies that we are to maintain good sexual boundaries (Eph. 5:3).

ii. Refuse to use our bodies for theft or to bring harm to another person (1 Peter 4:15; Col. 3: 12-13).

B.  Spiritual Sacrifices must be offered:

i. obediently (1 Sam..15:22),

ii. willingly (2 Cor. 9:6).

iii.  cheerfully (2 Cor. 9:7)

iv. Timely (Eccl. 11:6)

v. In reverence to God (Mal. 1:8). 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should narrate how they offered a spiritual sacrifice in a timely manner. 

SUMMARY: Spiritual sacrifices are part of the Christian’s worship and must be offered on God’s terms to be acceptable. 

CONCLUSION: Sacrifice is part and parcel of worship. Jesus promised us rewards for every kind of action done in His name (Mark 9:41). 

EVALUATION: Teachers should ask the students to list three ways to offer an acceptable sacrifice unto the Lord. 

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, let my whole life be a pleasing sacrifice unto You.

Action Point
PS: If you would like to have an online course on any of the courses that you found on this blog, I will be glad to do that on an individual and corporate level, I will be very glad to do that because I have trained several individuals and groups and they are doing well in their various fields of endeavour. Some of those that I have trained include the staff of Dangote Refinery, FCMB, Zenith Bank, and New Horizons Nigeria among others. Please come on Whatsapp and let’s talk about your training. You can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training.

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Memory Verse: And Zaccheaus stood and said unto the Lord, Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; abd if I have taken any thing from any man by false accusation, I restore him fourfold ” – Luke 19:8.

Bible Passage: Lev. 6: 1-7. 

Introduction

Restitution is an act of putting right what has been done wrongly and repairing or giving any equivalent to loss or damage . It is strictly enjoined in scripture , and it is neccesary evidence of true repentance. This is also a very important step for every believer for a clear conscience and good testimony.

Restitution At Various Dispensations 

The doctrine of restitution has been taught at various Dispensations. Before the law, Jacob restituted his ways (Gen. 32:9-32). It was in operation under the law (Lev. 6:2-5; Numbers 5:6-8; Ex. 22:1-5) and during the period of the kings and the prophets as well (2 Samuel 12:1-6; 2 Kings 8:1-6). This principle of the unchanging Lord is operative at this dispensation of grave as well, tight from the times of Jesus Christ and the apostles until now (Luke 19:8-10; Phil. 7:21). 

The Blessings of Restitution

Dangerous as it may be, if one fails to restitute his or her ways before the Almighty God and his fellow men, the blessings are however numerous and diverse if one obeys. Examples include Abraham (Gen. 13:14-18). Joshua and the conquest of Ai, which initially looked impossible despite it’s small size until the sin of Achan was restituted (Joshua 7 compare with God’s promises to Joshua at his commissioning in Joshua 1:1-4).

Other blessings include open heavens (Mal. 3:8-11). God promised to destroy every devourer on behalf of every honest and faithful tithe payer and release blessings through open heavens.. There shall be health for the true believer (James 5:14-16). Heaven , the abode of God, shall become the inheritance of the faithful keeper of the doctrine. Heaven is clean and no unclean thing will enter it (Heb. 12:14). 

Conclusion

Much as restitution like any other doctrine of Christ is worth contending for by every Christian , Godly wisdom is, however needed for the purposes of guidance, right timing and peace. We need to be humble enough for this guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Questions

1. Justify restitution at various Dispensations.

2. Mention some of the blessings of restitution.

Opening Prayer: Father, open my heart to understand righteous living. 

Previous Knowledge: The Teacher should review the lesson from the previous week.

Memory Verse: “The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he hath clean hands shall be stronger and stronger”– Job 17:9. 

Bible Passage: Phil. 4:8-9.

Lesson Introduction

Some people think that it is not possible to live righteously in this perverse world. However, the Bible admonishes believers in Christ to make righteousness a way of life (Phil. 4:8-9). God instructed Abram to walk uprightly (Gen. 17:1). just as Job admitted that if anyone continues on the way of righteousness, their lives will get better and shine brighter (Job 17:9; Prov. 4:18). It is, therefore, important for us to understand what it means to live a righteous life and its attendant benefit. 

Lesson Aim: To Teach the students about the means to live righteously and its benefits. 

Teaching Objectives

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

a. Understand what it is to have a life of righteousness. 

b. Realise that it is possible to live righteously in this world. 

c. Mention the benefits of having a lifestyle of righteousness.

Teaching Plan

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

a. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passages, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignments. 

b. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment. 

c. Teach the lesson outlines, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

Text Review 

Apostle Paul highlights eight important things that the Philippians believers should think on and the benefits.

i. Finally brethren, whatsoever things are true……………..v8a.

ii. ……………………………………………8b.

iii……………………………………….v8c.

iv…………………………………………v8d.

v…………………………………………….v8e.

vi……………………………………………v8f.

vii. If there be any virtue……………………………..v8g.

viii. If there be any praise………………………………v8h

B. He further says:

Those things ………………………………….v9a.

ii…………………………………………………v9b.

TEACHING METHOD: Question and Answer method.

TIME MANAGEMENT: The Teacher should apply two-lesson outlines of teaching time. 

LESSON OUTLINE 1: UNDERSTANDING A RIGHTEOUS LIFE 

UNDERSTANDING A RIGHTEOUS LIFE

I. Righteousness is the character or quality of being right or just. It refers to a state of one who is as he ought to be before God and man (Acts 10:35; 24:16). 

II. It is holy and upright living by God’s standard.

iii. Righteousness reveals genuine salvation (1 John 2:29).

Question 2: What are examples /instances of works of righteousness?

Answer: Works of righteousness include:

i. Love for each other (1 John 3:10). 

ii. Production of spiritual and visible fruits (Matt. 7:16).

iii. Living the kind of life that reflects Jesus Christ Christ every day (Phil. 2:5; 4:8). 

Question 3: How can one become righteous?

Answer: Righteousness comes through faith in Jesus Christ (Phil. 3:9). This is because God’s character is the source of all righteousness (Gen. 18:25; Rom. 9:34). and He takes great pleasure in righteousness (Jer. 9:24). 

Question 4: What other biblical viewpoints are there on righteousness?

Answer: i. Righteousness requires a voluntary change (Eph. 4:24). 

ii, It combats sin (Ps. 119:10-11). 

iii. It requires discipline (Heb. 12:11). 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should discuss why some believers find it difficult to live righteously.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: THE POWER OF RIGHTEOUS LIVING

Question 1: Why is it important to live righteously?

Answer: Righteous living makes you a partner with the Almighty God (Gen. 18:17-19).

Question 2: What are the benefits of being a Partner with God in Righteousness? 

Answer: The moment you become God’s partner:

i. certain things will begin to run away from you. These include:

i. Sickness and diseases (Ex. 15:26)

ii.  Devourers (Mal. 3:10-11)

iii. Sorrow (Prov. 10:22)

iv. Fear (Prov. 28:1).

2. Righteous living attracts certain things to you. These include: 

1. The good of the land (Is. 1:18-19)
2. Overwhelming blessings (Deut. 28:1-2). 
3. Victory without a fight (Deut. 28:7)
4. Continuous success (Ps. 92:12; Jer. 17:7-8). 
5. Dominion (Deut. 28:9-10,13).
6. Living in abundance (Deut. 30:9; Lev. 26:4).
7. Answer to prayers (1 Peter 3:12).
8. Eternal life (Matt. 25:46).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Mention the benefits you have enjoyed so far from adopting a lifestyle of righteousness. 

 SUMMARY: A lifestyle of righteousness is a pleasing life to God. Its attendant benefits cannot be over-emphasised.

CONCLUSION: The danger of unrighteous living is that whatsoever holiness drives away, sin attracts. Therefore, God expects us to live righteous lives. 

EVALUATION: Students should mention three things unrighteous living attracts.

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, give me the grace to adopt a lifestyle of righteousness.

ASSIGNMENT: Students should mention five (5) instances where they did what was considered righteous and the blessing they enjoyed from doing such (2X5=10marks). 

Action Point
PS: If you would like to have an online course on any of the courses that you found on this blog, I will be glad to do that on an individual and corporate level, I will be thrilled to do that because I have trained several individuals and groups and they are doing well in their various fields of endeavour. Some of those that I have trained include the staff of Dangote Refinery, FCMB, Zenith Bank, New Horizons Nigeria, and Phillips Consulting among others. Please come on Whatsapp and let’s talk about your training. You can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training.

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Memory Verse: ” And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram and said unto him, I am the Almighty God, walk before me and be thou perfect”- Gen..17:1. 

Lesson Outlines 

1. Understanding A Righteous Life. 

2. The Benefits of Living Right. 

Understanding A Righteous Life 

Righteousness is defined as the ” character of being right or just”. It is doing right and refers to the state of one who is such as he ought to be before God and man ( Acts 10:35). It is holy and upright living, in accordance with God’s standard and it is given through faith in Jesus Christ (Phil. 3:9). God’s character is the source of all righteousness ( Gen. 18:25; Romans 9:14). God takes great pleasure in righteousness ( Jer. 9:24). 

Righteousness requires a voluntary change ( Eph. 4:24). It is at the heart of combating sin (Ps. 119:10-11). It regards discipline as a productive (Heb. 12:11).  Righteousness reveals genuine salvation (1,John 2:29). 

Works of Righteousness include love for each other (1 John 3:10b). It produces spiritual and visible results (Matt. 7:16). We ought to be living every day the kind of life that reflects Jesus Christ ( Phil. 2:5; 4-8). 

The Benefits Of Living Right

Righteous Living makes you a partner with the Almighty God ( Gen. 18: 17-19; Amos 3:3) and this attracts certain things to you : These include :

1. The good of the land ( Is. 1: 18-19). 

2. Overflowing blessings (Deut. 28:1-2). 

3. Victory without a fight (Deut. 28:7). 

4. Continuous success (Ps. 1:3). 

5. Becoming a terror to your enemies (Deut. 28:9-10). 

6. Eradication of poverty (Deut. 30:9).

7. Permanent open heavens (Lev. 26:4).

8. Being the head and not the tail (Deut 28:13).

9. Boldness and fearlessness ( Prov. 28:2b; Ps. 23:4). 

10. Answers to prayers (1 Peter 3:12).

11. Good health abd victory over sickness and diseases ( Ex. 15:26; 23:25). 

12. Unspeakable joy and peace of mind ( Romans 14:17; 15:13; Ps. 118:15). 

CONCLUSION

God expects us to live right. Are you numbered among God’s righteous? The danger of unrighteous living is that wholesome holiness is driving away, sin will be attracted. 

QUESTIONS 

1. What is righteous Living ?

2. What are the benefits of partnership with God ?

Action Point
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Bible Verse: ” According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue”– 2 Peter 1:3.

Bible Passage: 2 Peter 1:3-7. 

Introduction 

There are two root words in Greek translated virtue. The first is “dunamis” as in Luke 6:19; 8:46 meaning “miraculous power”. The second is “arete” meaning “moral excellence” or “goodness”. A virtue is a right inner disposition, and a disposition is a tendency to act in a certain way. It is not a sudden impulse but a settled habit of mind. Virtues are general character traits that provide inner sanctions on our particular motives, intentions and outward product. 

 Lesson Outlines 

1. How to achieve virtue (Excellence)

2. The desire to excel 

Our God is excellent in all ways (Ps. 76:4; Matt. 5:48). He expects His children to be like Him. (Gen. 17:1; 1Peter 1:15-16). Hence, the main aim of a Christian should be to walk to please God. Virtue is attainable only I’d we follow the divine guidelines (Phil. 4:8).

2Peter 1:5-7 tell us how to achieve virtue. It is like a ladder;the attaining of one leads to the next, and so on. The sequence begins with faith and ends with love. Without faith, nobody can have virtue. Faith supplies moral excellence as taught in the Bible (Heb. 11:6). After we have attained some knowledge, we add self control, or self discipline. This is the opposite of the excess of the world.

Perseverance means to view the unfolding of time with God’s eyes. (2 Peter 3:8-9; Heb. 12:2; Matt. 6:33). Godliness means that we have a very practical awareness of God in every aspect of our life (1 Timothy 6:6: 2 Peter 1:3). Kindness is described here as ‘philadelphia’, the kind of love that we have for brothers and sisters. The most magnificent virtue of all: Christian love. These love is ” agape” abd results in self-sacrificing action for another (1 Cor. 13; John 3:16; 1 John 3:16). 

The Desire To Excel

The desire to excel comes with the recognition of excellence and the consciousness of falling short of it. The goal is to be like Jesus Christ because He is the glory of God revealed ( Heb. 1:3; John 17; Romans 3:23 ). This desire to excel also involves a willingness to work hard towards perfection (Luke 10:17-20; Matt. 17: 15-21). There must also be a willingness to be taught, not only by those who are in a higher position but by anyone regardless of position or age (1 Cor. 1:19-29). 

CONCLUSION

Now we see that if we indeed have these virtues as an integral part of our being, and if they continue to increase as we apply them, then we lead a useful, fruitful life for Christ.

QUESTIONS

1. What is the will of God for his children?

2. How would you recognize the desire to excel in yourself?

Action Point
PS: If you would like to have an online course on any of the courses that you found on this blog, I will be glad to do that on an individual and corporate level, I will be very glad to do that because I have trained several individuals and groups and they are doing well in their various fields of endeavour. Some of those that I have trained include the staff of Dangote Refinery, FCMB, Zenith Bank, and New Horizons Nigeria among others. Please come on Whatsapp and let’s talk about your training. You can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training.

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