The Spotless Bride. RCCG Sunday School Teachers.

The Spotless Bride. RCCG Sunday School Teachers.

 

Opening Prayer: Father, please help me to present myself pure and spotless for Your second coming in the name of Jesus. 

Previous Knowledge: The teacher should ask students to share their experiences with the previous week’s lesson.

Memory Verse: ” That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish”. Eph. 5:27.

Lesson Introduction:

The Church, that is the congregation of all born-again believers, is referred tp as the Bride of Jesus Christ in Eph. 5:25-27. Almost invariably, when a man chooses a bride, he chooses someone who is closest to him in manners, attributes, aspirations, ways of doing things and the like, because only birds of the same feathers flock together (Amos 3:3). The Lord Jesus Christ is holy, spotless and without blemish, hence His Bride must be without spots or wrinkles too.

 

Lesson Aim: To study the purpose, process and directions of spotlessness. 

Teaching Objectives: Through this lesson, students should be able to: a. Understand the essence and process of being spotless. 

b. Discover the areas and directions of spotlessness. 

TEACHING PLAN: To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should: a. Explain the purpose and process of becoming spotless. 

b. Explain the directions of spotlessness. 

c. Allow students to make contributions as appropriate.

d. Summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments to the students. 

TEXT REVIEW: Eph. 5:17-30.

“Apostle Paul listed ways to be spotless until the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ in the light of the following: i. Be filled with the Holy Spirit not wine (Eph. 5:18).

ii. Occupy your heart with melodious spiritual songs. v19. 

iii. Give thanks to God for all things. v20. 

ACTION: Teacher should find five other things which according to the passage can keep a believer spotless.

i………………………………………….. ii.……………………………………………………

iii…………………………………………….iv……………………………………………………..

v.……………………………………………..

TEACHING METHOD: Participatory and lecture teaching methods.

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

 

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE ESSENCE AND PROCESS OF BEING SPOTLESS 

This outline will address two questions:

i. Why should I be spotless? and 

ii. How could I be spotless?

A. Why Should I be Spotless?

i. You are a child of God (John 1:12).

ii. Your Heavenly Father is spotless (Matt. 5:48).

iii. You are a bride of Christ therefore you must be spotless (Eph. 5:29-30). 

iv. The bride of Christ will be married to Holy Christ in Heaven which is holy. (Is. 35:8). 

v. You are required by the Almighty God to be spotless and be without wrinkle (Eph. 5:27).

B. How Could I be spotless?

i. Purge yourself from all sinful habits and excesses (Job 11:14-15; 2 Tim. 2:21). 

ii. Run away from all worldly affairs that can contaminate your holiness (James 1:27; 1 Jn 2:15-17). 

iii. Live daily for God if each day is the last day (Romans 12:1-2; 2 Cor. 13:5).

iv. Rely on the Lord Jesus to help you attain your determination. (Jn. 15:5; Phil. 4:13). 

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Explain the role of society in bringing a spot to the believer’s purity.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: AREAS OF SPOTLESSNESS 

Believers must be spotless in the following areas: 

A. Spotless in words 

How? (James 3:2; Col. 4:6; 1 Peter 4:15; Rev. 21:27; Mark 7:20). 

a. By bridling your tongue.

b. By carefully selecting words before speaking. 

c. By avoiding gossip, lying, backbiting, and rumour-mongering.

d. By avoiding speeches that defile. 

B. Spotless in Thoughts

Believers’ thoughts and speeches must glorify God. (Ps. 19:14).

How can I attain This?

a. Your heart must be pure at all times. (Matt. 12:34-35).

B. Guide your thoughts.

c. Meditate upon the word of God.

d. Think what is true, just, honest, pure, lovely, good report, virtuous and praiseworthy (Phil. 4:8).

C. Spotless in Deeds: Our deeds must glorify our Heavenly Father. (Matt. 5:14-16).

How? a. In our actions b. As light. c. At home/office/market. 

d. Everywhere. e. In everything.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: How can we guide our thoughts?

SUMMARY: Be pure and holy.

CONCLUSION: All the brides of Christ are required to be spotless. 

EVALUATION: What are the purposes and areas of spotlessness? 

CLOSING PRAYER: Almighty God, please help Your children to stay away from those things that can bring strain to our holy garments 

ASSIGNMENT: Identify five (5) ways through which polluted society can become spotless (2X5=10 Marks).

 

 

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Deborah The Warrior. RCCG Sunday School Teachers 09/05/2021

 

OPENING PRAYER: Father, make me a Victor. Give me victory over all the wars around me.
MEMORY VERSE: “And Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, she judged Israel at that time.” – Judges 4:4
BIBLE PASSAGE: Judges 4:1-22 KJV
1 And the children of Israel again did evil in the sight of the LORD, when Ehud was dead.
2 And the LORD sold them into the hand of Jabin king of Canaan, that reigned in Hazor; the captain of whose host was Sisera, which dwelt in Harosheth of the Gentiles.
3 And the children of Israel cried unto the LORD: for he had nine hundred chariots of iron; and twenty years he mightily oppressed the children of Israel.
4 And Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, she judged Israel at that time.
5 And she dwelt under the palm tree of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in mount Ephraim: and the children of Israel came up to her for judgment.
6 And she sent and called Barak the son of Abinoam out of Kedeshnaphtali, and said unto him, Hath not the LORD God of Israel commanded, saying, Go and draw toward mount Tabor, and take with thee ten thousand men of the children of Naphtali and of the children of Zebulun?
7 And I will draw unto thee to the river Kishon Sisera, the captain of Jabin’s army, with his chariots and his multitude; and I will deliver him into thine hand.
8 And Barak said unto her, If thou wilt go with me, then I will go: but if thou wilt not go with me, then I will not go.
9 And she said, I will surely go with thee: notwithstanding the journey that thou takest shall not be for thine honour; for the LORD shall sell Sisera into the hand of a woman. And Deborah arose, and went with Barak to Kedesh.
10 And Barak called Zebulun and Naphtali to Kedesh; and he went up with ten thousand men at his feet: and Deborah went up with him.
11 Now Heber the Kenite, which was of the children of Hobab the father in law of Moses, had severed himself from the Kenites, and pitched his tent unto the plain of Zaanaim, which is by Kedesh.
12 And they shewed Sisera that Barak the son of Abinoam was gone up to mount Tabor.
13 And Sisera gathered together all his chariots, even nine hundred chariots of iron, and all the people that were with him, from Harosheth of the Gentiles unto the river of Kishon.
14 And Deborah said unto Barak, Up; for this is the day in which the LORD hath delivered Sisera into thine hand: is not the LORD gone out before thee? So Barak went down from mount Tabor, and ten thousand men after him.
15 And the LORD discomfited Sisera and all his chariots, and all his host, with the edge of the sword before Barak; so that Sisera lighted down off his chariot, and fled away on his feet.
16 But Barak pursued after the chariots, and after the host, unto Harosheth of the Gentiles: and all the host of Sisera fell upon the edge of the sword, and there was not a man left.
17 Howbeit Sisera fled away on his feet to the tent of Jael the wife of Heber the Kenite: for there was peace between Jabin the king of Hazor and the house of Heber the Kenite.
18 And Jael went out to meet Sisera, and said unto him, Turn in, my lord, turn in to me; fear not. And when he had turned in unto her into the tent, she covered him with a mantle.
19 And he said unto her, Give me, I pray thee, a little water to drink; for I am thirsty. And she opened a bottle of milk, and gave him drink, and covered him.
20 Again he said unto her, Stand in the door of the tent, and it shall be, when any man doth come and enquire of thee, and say, Is there any man here? that thou shalt say, No.
21 Than Jael Heber’s wife took a nail of the tent, and took a hammer in her hand, and went softly unto him, and smote the nail into his temples, and fastened it into the ground: for he was fast asleep and weary. So he died.
22 And, behold, as Barak pursued Sisera, Jael came out to meet him, and said unto him, Come, and I will shew thee the man whom thou seekest. And when he came into her tent, behold, Sisera lay dead, and the nail was in his temples.

 

LESSON INTRODUCTION

Deborah, the wife of a man called Lapidoth was a prophetess and a judge of Israel. She lived in the 12th century BC and held her court under a tree called “the palm of Deborah” in Ephraim. Deborah’s story is found in Judges, chapters 4 and 5. Her story emphasizes God’s willingness to use men and women alike.

TEXT REVIEW: Judges 4:1-22
Deborah was a wife, a prophetess a judge. Judges 4:1

Identify any five characters, lifestyles and achievements of Deborah.
i. ……………………………………………….
ii. ………………………………………………
iii. ……………………………………………..
iv. ……………………………………………..
v. ………………………………………………

LESSON OUTLINES

  1. CHARACTER AND ACHIEVEMENT
  2. LESSONS FROM DEBORAH’S LIFE

LESSON OUTLINE1: CHARACTER AND ACHIEVEMENT

Question:
How can you describe Deborah from the biblical point of view?

Answer:
i. She was a woman of faith with deep confidence in the Lord’s ability to give victory Judges 4:6-7, Psalm 118:9.

ii She was an open, fair and impartial judge. Judging under a palm tree was a Jewish or Robbie tradition that indicate fairness and openness Judges 4:5
iii She was a great leader who was willing to accompany a fearful Captain to the battlefront. Judges 4:9
iv. She understood her prophetic Calling and was directed to deliver the prophetic message without fear. Judges 4:7-9

 

Question:
How would you describe the tenure/administration of Deborah as a judge and prophet?

Answer:
Very exceptional and successful because:

i. She combined the office of the executive with that of the judiciary and a prophetess with that of a wife. The feat which no other person attained in the Bible, Judges 4:4-9.
ii. She lead Israelites when the people were under the oppression of Jabin, the king of Canaan who ruled with iron hands for twenty years Judges 4:2-3.
iii. Her Administration witnessed unprecedented victory and liberation from all manners of oppression Judges 4:16
iv. Her administration witnessed dominion over the mighty
v. There was a unity of purpose among the arms of government as the military cooperated with the civilians to fight common enemies Judges 4:17-23.
vi. There was peace and prosperity during her administration Judges 4:23-24.
Question:
Describe Deborah’s attitude to victory and worship.

Answer:
i. She attributed her victory to God, not gods or men Judges 5:3-5.

ii She was a worshiper and a songwriter/singer who gave praises to God. Judges 5:1,5
iii. She was a mother in Israel Judges 5:7
NOTE: There is no need for class Activity 1 because all students must have made meaningful contributions to attract 10marks.

 

LESSON OUTLINE 2: LESSONS FROM DEBORAH’S LIFE

Question:
What lessons can believers learn from the life of Deborah?

Answer:
i. Absolute faith in God to take risks when people are afraid to take such risks (Judges 4:8-9)

ii. If God gives us assignments (responsibilities), He will give us the ability to execute them. (Judges 4:10,14).
iii. If God gives us an assignment and we turn it down, He will find an alternative person who will accomplish the assignment (Judges 4:16, 21-22).
iv. Whenever God’s work is done in His own way, there would be songs of praises and victory after such assignment (Judges 5:3-5)
v. God always used unlikely people or vessels to accomplish a great task. For instance, He used a woman and a “lent nail” to kill a warlord who had terrorised the land for twenty years. (Judges 4:21, 17; 1Corinthians 1:27).
vi. Whenever the power of God descends on weak vessels, such vessel becomes very strong. (Isaiah 61:1-3)
vii. Whether the horse or chariot is weak or strong, safety (victory) is of the Lord.

 

 

SUMMARY: Believers have so much to learn from a woman who would not accept fear, intimidation and other factors to limit her from leading God’s people to victory. Not waking to God’s service would limit the ability of God.

CONCLUSION: God is willing to use you if you make yourself available.
CLOSING PRAYER: Father, make me very strong for your assignments.
ASSIGNMENT: Mention five things that Deborah did that gave her victory and which if applied by our leaders today would give them excellent administration.

 

 

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Dating. The Christian Perspective. RCCG Sunday School Teachers

 

Opening Prayer: Father, please help me to make you my standard.

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

Bible Passage: Gen. 29:16-20.

Memory Verse: “Marriage is honourable among all, and the bed undefiled, but fornicators and adulterers God will judge.”– Hebrews 13:4.

 

LESSON INTRODUCTION

The world today puts so much pressure on youths when it comes to what they prefer to call dating. The world tells us to date now and date often and date a lot of different people so we do not “miss out” on any of life’s experiences. God has a different plan for his sons and daughters. He has a higher standard for us too, one which we, as Christ followers, should strive to reach even if it goes against the world’s standards and expectations. God wants to lead us into proper courtship. 

 

LESSON AIM: To Teach Christians/Youths the Christians’ perspective of dating.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: At the end of this lesson, students should have learnt:

a. The meaning of dating.

b. The biblical principles concerning dating.

c. Importance of finding their fulfilment in Christ. 

 

TEACHING PLAN: To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, 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, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments to the students. 

 

TEXT REVIEW: Genesis 29:16-20. 

In this passage:

A. Laban had two daughters…………………………………… and ……………………………….. v16.

B. Leah’s eyes…………………………………………….v17.

Jacob: i……………………………………………………..v18a.

ii…………………………………………………v18b.

D. Laban……………………………………………..v19.

Jacob served Laban for ……………………………….v20a.

The year seemed like a few days because…………………………………v20b.

Teaching Method: Discussion Method.

Time Management: The teacher should apply a two-lesson outline teaching time. 

 

LESSON OUTLINE 1: DESCRIPTION AND IMPLICATION

The teacher should ask the class to discuss the meaning of dating among the youth and guide the class through the following:

A. The meaning of dating. 

i. Dating is a form of romantic relationship typically between two individuals of the opposite sex with the aim of assessing each other’s suitability as a partner in an intimate relationship or as a spouse.

ii. Literally, it means going out with someone of the opposite sex.

iii. Dating and courtship are two methods of beginning a relationship with the opposite sex (Gen. 29: 18-20). It should be noted that the result of dating may lead to friendship, intimate relationship (courtship), marriage or no relationship. 
B. While there are non-Christians who date with the intention of having a series of intimate relationships, for Christians this is not acceptable and should never be the reason for dating (Romans 12:2; 1 Cor. 6: 18-20). 

C. Biblical standpoint: While we may not be able to completely close our eyes to this societal trend, Christian youths should see dating as: 

i. A little more than friendship and maintain the friendship aspect of their dating until both people are ready to commit to each other as potential marriage partners.

ii. Dating should be a time when a Christian finds out if his or her potential partner is also a genuine believer in Christ before making a commitment of a relationship (courtship) that could lead to marriage. 

iii. During this time, there should be no sexual relation and closeness that could trigger emotions, as this is something that should wait until marriage (Heb. 13:4).

iv. The Christian dating couple must have boundaries and be committed to not crossing them. Dating (as well as marriage) should not be between a believer and a non-believer (2 Cor. 6:14-15). 

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should discuss why youths defile themselves in the process of dating.

 

LESSON OUTLINE 2: FULFILMENT IN CHRIST FIRST 

Teachers should allow the youths to discuss why finding fulfilment in Christ is important. 

Important of finding fulfilment in Christ.

i. In order to be in a God-centred romantic relationship in some years to come, you must first find your personal fulfilment in Christ.

ii. The stronger your faith in God, the better you will be able to love another person. 

iii. God is a jealous God (Ex. 34:14) and until you have a relationship with God that is above everything and anyone else, you will likely have someone who is more important to you than God.

iv. It is vital that God is first in your life (Matt. 22:37-39).

v. He needs to be the one you run to when you are lonely, bored, sad etc. No friend (especially the opposite sex) can always be there for you like God can.

vi. People are never meant to take God’s place in our lives and hearts.

vii. God has to be everything to you prior to getting into a God-honouring relationship (with marriage in view).

viii. As you wait patiently on God and diligently do his will, He graciously gives you the best match as a spouse.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should discuss how youth can find fulfilment in Christ.

 

SUMMARY: While it is not out of place for a Christian to date, it is important to beware of some of the ungodly, underlying factors in dating and seek fulfilment in Christ first. 

CONCLUSION: It is important that a believer finds fulfilment in Christ first before entrusting his/her life into the hand of the opposite sex.

EVALUATION: The teacher should ask students to describe dating from a Christian perspective.

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, help me to find fulfilment in You first.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five (5) of the dangers of dating from the world’s perspective. (2×5=10 Marks). 

 

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The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb. RCCG Sunday School Teachers

 

Opening Prayer: Father, please help not miss the Lamb’s marriage supper. Give me new strength to prepare daily for it in the name of Jesus. 

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

Memory Verse: “And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb. And he saith unto me. These are the true sayings of God”-Revelation 19:9.

BIBBLE PASSAGE: Revelation 19:1-9.

 

Lesson Introduction

Marriage, in this context, symbolises the union between Christ and the Church (Eph. 5:22-23). It is, however, important to note that the Marriage Supper of the Lamb is the next event after the first phase of the second coming of Christ (The Rapture). 

LESSON AIM: To study the descriptions, the importance and qualifications for the marriage supper of the Lamb. 

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: Through this lesson, students should be able to: a. Describe the marriage supper of the Lamb.

b. Understand the importance and qualifications for the Marriage supper of the Lamb. 

TEACHING PLAN: To attain the above-stated objectives, the teacher should: a. Explain the details of the Marriage Supper of the Lamb to the students paying attention to the meaning, time, personalities, importance and qualification. 

b. Summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments to the students and take the closing prayer. 

 

TEXT REVIEW: Revelation 19:1-9.

“Saying Alleluia; salvation and glory, and honour and power unto the Lord our God”. (Rev. 19:1). THe word “Alleluia” appeared in three other phrases and sentences in the passage. For instance:

i. “And again he said, “Alleluia” (Rev. 19:3).

ii. “….saying, Amen; Alleluia (Rev. 19:4).

iii. “….saying “Alleluia, for the Lord God Omnipotent reigneth”. (Rev. 19:6).

ACTIVITY: Apostle John gave some reasons why God was praised with the great voice of “Alleluia”. Teachers should identify five (5) reasons. 

I……………………………………………………………. II………………………………..  III…………………………………………………

IV…………………………………………….. V……………………………………… VI……………………………………………

 

LESSON OUTLINE 1: DESCRIPTION OF THE MARRIAGE 

Teacher should give vivid description of the marriage of the Lamb as follows:

 

i.The Meaning: The marriage supper of the Lamb is the consumption of the union between Christ (The Bridegroom) and the Church (The Bride without-spot or wrinkles) . (Eph. 5:27, Rev. 19:1-9, Matt. 22:1-14).

ii. Time of the event: The marriage will take place after the rapture of the saints but before the second phase of the second coming of the Lord with its saints. (Judges 1:14-15). i.e between the first phase and the second phase of the Lord’s second coming. (1 Thess. 4:16-17; and Judges 1: 14-15). 

iii. The personalities in the marriage: 

a. The bride and the bridegroom: The bride/wife is the Redeemed or saints of all ages who had a part in the New Jerusalem (Rev. 21:2). 

b. The husband/Bridegroom: The Lord Jesus Himself (Rev. 19:7).

iv. Venue of the marriage: It is believed that the marriage will take place in heaven i.e heavenly realms (Rev. 19:91 Thess. 4:16-17). 

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Mention five (5) people who would not partake in the marriage supper of the Lamb. 

 

LESSON OUTLINE 2: IMPORTANCE AND QUALIFICATION

The teacher should explain the significance of the marriage as follow:

i. To assemble the saints of all ages and present them to God the Father (Matt. 25:32-35).

Ii. To wipe away tears from the faces of all saints. (Rev. 7:17).

III. To remove all the saints from the earth before the advent if the great tribulation (Is. 57:1; Matt. 24:21).

IV.  To reward the faithful (Rev. 22:27).

 

B. Qualification

Teacher should explain the qualifications for the marriage supper as stated below:

i. Faithful saints of God.

Ii. Garments of righteousness and holiness.

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2. Why should believers ensure that they do not miss the marriage?

 

SUMMARY: The marriage of the Lamb will surely come and the saints of all ages will partake in the event. To be qualified, you must be holy and faithful.

 

CONCLUSION

The biggest Holy Matrimony is the marriage of the Lamb. It is a universal and all-generations event.

 

EVALUATION

What is the marriage supper of the Lamb?

 

CLOSING PRAYER

Father, count me worthy to partake of the marriage of the Lamb.

 

ASSIGNMENT: Contrast between human marriage and marriage supper of the Lamb in five (5) points. (2×5= 10 Marks).

 

 

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The Days Of Tribulation. RCCG Sunday School Teachers.

 

Opening Prayer: Almighty Father, help us to hold on to you to the end, in the name of Jesus. 

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

 

Bible Passage: Mark 13:19-26.

Memory Verse: “For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, not even shall be”.- Matt. 24:21.

Lesson Introduction

The word tribulation means trouble or suffering. There are different kinds of tribulation mentioned in the Bible. These include tribulation of the disciple in the world (John 16:33); tribulation because of acceptance or obedience to the word of God (Matt. 13:21), the tribulation on the way to the kingdom of God (Acts 14:22; Matt. 7:14), earthly tribulation that is common to all (Job 5:6-7); tribulation on evil doers (Romans 2:9); and the great tribulation (Matt. 24:21). 

 

The focus of the lesson is the Great Tribulation. The Bible says it is “the mother” of all tribulations. The hardship, turmoil, distress and perplexity that would be experienced in the days of the great tribulation are unprecedented. What is the great tribulation all about? When will it be? What are the events in the days of tribulation? 

 

LESSON AIM: To study the meaning and events of the great tribulation. 
TEACHING OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, students should be able to: a. Understand the meaning of the great tribulation. 

b. Explain the events during the great tribulation. 

c. Allow Students to make contributions to the lesson

d. Summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments to the students

 

TEXT REVIEW: Mark 13:19-26.

The following shall characterise the days of great tribulation. 

i. Uncommon affliction

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

iii. False Christ and prophet v22.

iv. Fake wonders and seducing tendencies. v22. 

 

ACTIVITY: The teacher should identify any other five strange happenings that will characterise the period of great tribulation from the passage. 

Teaching Method: The teacher should use the lecture teaching Method. 

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

 

LESSON OUTLINE ONE: UNDERSTANDING THE GREAT TRIBULATION

The teacher should explain the following identities which are the flagship of the great tribulation. 

i. Great Tribulation is also called the times of Jacob’s trouble(Jacob’s means the nation Israel). Jer. 30:7.

ii. The unbelieving Jews and Gentiles will partake in the great tribulation (but he i.e Jacob, shall be saved out of it). Jer. 30:7b.

iii. It will begin after the church has been raptured and the “man of sin” i.e the antichrist, has been revealed (2 Thess. 2:3-7). 

iv. The time of the great tribulation is the “seventieth week” of the seventy weeks of Daniel (Dan. 9:24). 

v. The seventy weeks are sectioned into three as follows:

a. The first seventy weeks (Dan. 9:25).

b. The next sixty-two weeks (Dan. 9:25). 

c. The last one week (Dan. 9:25). 

vi. In the last “one week” one day represents one year. Therefore, the duration of the attribution is seven (7) years (Dan. 9:27). 

vii. The first half of the one week (three and a half years) will be for a full physical manifestation of the antichrist (when the antichrist will make a covenant with Israel). (Dan. 9:27). 

viii. The last half of the week (three and half years) is the period when the antichrist will break his covenant, and cause great abominations and desolation in the temple of God. (Dan. 9:27; Dan. 11:36; Matt. 24:16).

ix. At the end of the second three and a half years, Christ will come again (the second coming of Christ) to reign on earth (Mark 13:24-26; 2 Thess. 2:8). 

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students to mention key points about the great tribulation according to Lesson Outline 1.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: EVENTS IN DAYS OF GREAT TRIBULATION

  1. The Great Tribulation will witness a series of significant but terrifying events (Matt. 24:21;22). 
  2. Unparalleled global religious deception (Matt. 24:24-28).
  3. The untold global economic problem, in which only those who receive the mark of the Beast can buy or sell (Rev. 13:17,18).
  4. Series of unrighteous and abominable religious practices (2 Thess. 2:3,4,10). 
  5. Intense temptation all over the world (Rev. 3:10). 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Mention the identities of great tribulation according to Lesson Outline 2.

SUMMARY: There are troubles for the unbelievers.

CONCLUSION: Those who have received Christ as their Lord and personal saviour and keep themselves holy till He comes at rapture shall be delivered (through rapture) from the days of

 

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

 

EVALUATION: What are the nature and time of the great tribulation?

CLOSING PRAYER: Almighty Father, save me from the calamity of the great tribulation. Take me to Heaven when you come.

 

ASSIGNMENT: Mention ten (10) things about the events of the great tribulation. Take me to heaven when you come.

 

 

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 trainingYou can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training. 

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Cultism Is Evil. RCCG Sunday School Teachers.

 

Opening Prayer: Father, deliver me from the power of the enemy

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

Memory Verse: “Their feet run to evil, and they make haste to shed innocent blood; their thoughts are thoughts of iniquity; wasting and destruction are in their paths.” -Is. 59:7 (NKJV).

 

Lesson Introduction

Cultism can be traced to the ancient Egyptians. The Egyptians had many magicians who practices occultism and used occult means to acquire more powers. These magicians belong to groups that kept their activities secret (Ex. 7:11). The spread and explosion of cultism to other nations of the world happened for diverse reasons. Cultism is otherwise known as a secret cult or secret society.

LESSON AIM: To teach young people to avoid cultism.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: Through this study, youths should be able to a. Understand the meaning of cultism.

b. Identify the activities of cultists.

c. Understand the consequences of being involved in cultism.

d. Discover how to take precautions.

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 Teachers 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 to the students.

TEXT REVIEW: Prov. 1:10-19.

In this Passage:

A.      We are advised not to yield to the enticement of sinners when they ask us to. V10

i.                    Lay in wait for blood and wait secretly for the innocent soul without a cause. V11.

ii.                   ………………………………………….. v12.

iii.                 …………………………………………..v13.

iv.                 …………………………………………..v14.

B. we are further admonished not to follow them or take their path because v15.

i…………………………………………v16.

ii……………………………………….v17.

iii……………………………………..v18.

c………………………………………………..v19.

 

Teaching Method: Discussion Method.

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

 

 

LESSON OUTLINE 1: DESCRIPTION AND CONSEQUENCES 

The teacher should allow the youth to bear their mind on the subject of cultism and guide the class through the following: 

A. Description of Cultism 

i. A cult is a group of people who have extreme beliefs and ideas which only members have access to. 

ii. Cultism is an association or organisation of people whose membership, initiation, policies and activities are done secretly. 

iii. The activities are carried out at odd hours of the day and are at variance with the accepted norms of society.
iv. Cultism cuts across all spectra of society. However, the youths are the most vulnerable. 

v. Occultic groups use signs and symbols such as green ribbons on berets, crossbones, human skull, axes and so on. They usually adopt some handgrip as means of mutual recognition among the member. 

B. Consequences of Cultism 

i. Although the benefits promised members of secret cults may be enticing, the reality is that cultism is ‘suicidal’.

ii. It leads to fear, insecurity, failure, shedding of innocent blood, and destruction of lives, destinies and properties. 

iii. When caught, it gives bad names to the family. 

iv. Cultism attracts God’s punishment and causes spiritual death and loss of eternal life among others (Romans 1:18; Col. 3:5-6). 

C. A Child OF God must not allow anything or anyone to turn him or her into joining a cult group (Ps. 1:1). 

D. Just like fornication. and all uncleanliness or covetousness. cultism should not be named at all among believers. (Eph. 5:3). 

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should discuss the impact of cultism on the youth. 

 

LESSON OUTLINE 2: ACTIVITIES AND PRECAUTIONS 

A. Scripture warns us against fellowshipping with them (Eph. 5:11). because their activities have negative effects on both members and non-members.

Teachers should allow the students to mention some of the activities of cultists. 

a. The activities of these cults take various destructive forms which include:

i. Consumption of alcohol and hard drugs that tend to give false courage.

ii. Stealing, Violent behaviours, killing, use of guns and dangerous weapons, torture, sexual harassment, stripping to the pants and flogging. 

iii. Making destructive cult marks on the bodies of new members with red hot swords during initiation (Romans  3:15-18). 

b. Regardless of the motives for setting up or joining a cult group, it is shameful to imagine the evil they perpetrate and the destruction they cause to themselves and their victims (Eph. 5:12; Romans 6:21). 

B. To avoid being lured into cultism, a Christian must take the following precautions:

  1. Stand firm on your faith and do not allow situations or circumstances to dictate your position in Christ. This can lead one into bondage (Gal. 5:1).
  2. Dissociate yourself from friends, class/course/roommates, family members etc whose ways of life are suspicious. Let them know your stand in the Lord (Prov. 1:10; 1 Cor. 15:33).
  3. Let your fellowship with God and the brethren be strong (Matt. 22:37-39). Spend your spare time with godly people (Heb. 10:25). 
  4. Avoid misrepresentation of your person. Let people see you as a genuine child of God in your mode of dressing, use of language/slang, gesture etc (2 Cot. 6:17-18).

C. If you are already a cultist, you must be ready to cut ties with the group and believe that Jesus can save you. It is important to seek counsel from a matured Christian. You must confess your sins, renounce your membership and accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour (Romans 10:9-13; Prov. 24:6). 

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should discuss other ways that youths can steer clear of cultism. 

SUMMARY: Cultism is evil and has grave consequences. Youths should beware of the activities of cultists and take necessary precautions in other not to be a victim. 

CONCLUSION: Shun cultism. It only leads to the destruction of lives and destinies. 

EVALUATION: How can a Christian avoid being lured into cultism?

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, guide me against every appearance and activity of cultism.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five (5) consequences of cultism (2×5=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 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 trainingYou can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training. 

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Divorce And Remarriage. RCCG Sunday School Manual

 

MEMORY VERSE: “For the LORD, the God of Israel, saith that he hateth putting away: for one covereth violence with his garment, saith the LORD of hosts: therefore take heed to your spirit, that ye deal not treacherously.” – Malachi 2:16

 

BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 19:3-12 KJV
Mat 19:3  Some Pharisees came to him and tried to trap him by asking, “Does our Law allow a man to divorce his wife for whatever reason he wishes?”
Mat 19:4  Jesus answered, “Haven’t you read the scripture that says that in the beginning, the Creator made people male and female?
Mat 19:5  And God said, ‘For this reason, a man will leave his father and mother and unite with his wife, and the two will become one.’
Mat 19:6  So they are no longer two, but one. No human being must separate, then, what God has joined together.”
Mat 19:7  The Pharisees asked him, “Why, then, did Moses give the law for a man to hand his wife a divorce notice and send her away?”
Mat 19:8  Jesus answered, “Moses gave you permission to divorce your wives because you are so hard to teach. But it was not like that at the time of creation.
Mat 19:9  I tell you, then, that any man who divorces his wife for any cause other than her unfaithfulness, commits adultery if he marries some other woman.”
Mat 19:10  His disciples said to him, “If this is how it is between a man and his wife, it is better not to marry.”
Mat 19:11  Jesus answered, “This teaching does not apply to everyone, but only to those to whom God has given it.
Mat 19:12  For there are different reasons why men cannot marry: some, because they were born that way; others, because men made them that way; and others do not marry for the sake of the Kingdom of heaven. Let him who can accept this teaching do so.”

INTRODUCTION

According to the Bible, marriage is a lifetime commitment (Matthew 19:6). God realises though, that, since marriage involves two sinful human beings, divorces are going to occur. He laid down some laws, in the Old Testament, in order to protect the rights of divorcees, especially women (Deuteronomy 24:1-4). However, Jesus pointed out that these laws were given because of the hardness of people’s hearts, not because such laws were God’s desire (Matthew 19:8). Therefore, it is important to remember Malachi 2:16. The pain, confusion, and frustration most people experience after a divorce are surely part of the reason that God hates divorce. Even more difficult, biblically, than the question of divorce, is the question of remarriage.

LESSON OUTLINES:

 

  1. Grounds For Divorce
  2. Grounds For Remarriage After A Divorce

 

#1 GROUNDS FOR DIVORCE

The Bible gives two clear grounds for divorce: sexual immorality (Matthew 5:32;19:9) and abandonment by an unbelieving partner (1 Corinthians 7:15). Even in these two instances, though, divorce is not required or even encouraged. The most that can be said is that sexual immorality and abandonment are grounds (an allowance) for divorce. Confession, forgiveness, reconciliation, and restoration are always the first steps. Divorce should only be viewed as a last resort.

 

 

The most frequent additional grounds for divorce that people inquire about are spousal abuse (emotional or physical), child abuse, addiction to pornography, drug/alcohol use, crime/imprisonment, and mismanagement of finances (such as through a gambling addiction).

 

None of these can be claimed to be explicit biblical grounds for a divorce. However, we cannot, for example, imagine that it would be God’s desire for a wife to remain with a husband who physically abuses her and/or their children, if there is any risk to the life of the spouse or children, separation is a good and appropriate step. Even in such a situation, a time of separation with the goal of repentance and restoration should be the ideal, not necessarily immediately beginning divorce proceedings.

 

The pain, confusion, and frustration most people experience after a divorce are surely part of the reason that God hates divorce. Even more difficult, biblically, than the question of divorce, is the question of remarriage.

 

 

#2  GROUNDS FOR REMARRIAGE AFTER A DIVORCE

The controversy over whether divorce and remarriage are allowed according to the Bible revolves primarily around Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:32 and 19:9. The phrase “except for marital unfaithfulness” is the only thing in Scripture that possibly gives God’s permission for divorce and remarriage. Sexual relations are an integral part of the marital bond: “the two will become one flesh” (Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:5; Ephesians 5:31). Therefore, any breaking of that bond by sexual relations outside of marriage might be a permissible reason for divorce. However, God hates divorce and couples should learn to forgive and begin rebuilding their marriage.

 

 

Some understand 1 Corinthians 7:15 as another “exception”, allowing remarriage if an unbelieving spouse divorces a believer. However, the context does not mention re-marriage but only says a believer is not bound to continue a marriage if an unbelieving spouse wants to leave. Any believer in this situation should consult with the Church leadership for appropriate counsel. It should also be noted that God sometimes calls some people to be single so that their attention is not divided (1 Corinthians 7:32-35).

CONCLUSION

Regardless of the ground for divorce, a couple can, through God’s grace, learn to forgive and begin rebuilding their marriage.

QUESTIONS:

  1. What are the biblical grounds for divorce?
  2. Are there grounds for remarriage after a divorce?

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 staff of Dangote Refinery, FCMB, Zenith Bank, and New Horizons Nigeria among others. Please come on Whatsapp and let’s talk about your trainingYou can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training.

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The Mighty Samson. RCCG Sunday School Teachers.

 

Opening Prayer: Father, help me to discover Your plan and purpose for my life. 

Previous Knowledge: The teacher should allow one of the students to review the lesson for the previous week. 

Bible Passage: Judges 13:1-5.

Lesson Introduction

Samson is one of the few in the Scripture whose birth was divinely pre-announced to his parents (Judges 13:3). He shares this honour with Isaac, John the Baptist, and Jesus. Samson whose name means “sunshine” was born sometime between 1045BC and 1000BC, during a dark period of Israel’s history. His father was Manoah of the family of Danites (Judges 12:2). Samson was born a Nazirite, meaning he was ‘separated’ or ‘set aside’ for God. This means that he was not to drink wine or fruit of the Vine. He could not do near or touch a dead body, human or animal, nor could he cut his hair. (Numbers 6:2-6). After his death, he was buried between Zorah and Eshtaol in the tomb of Manoah his father. 

Lesson Aim: To teach young people memorable lessons from the life of Samson. 

Teaching Objectives: Through this study, youths are expected to have: a. Discover the character and achievements of Samson. 

b. Learned Lessons from Samson’s life. 

Teaching Plan: To achieve the above-stated objectives, teachers should: a. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to discussions, 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 to the students. 

 

TEXT REVIEW: Judges 13:1-5.

In this passage: 

A. The children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord. God allowed the Philistines to rule them for forty years. v1.

B. The name of Samson’s father is Manoah from the family of Dan. v2a.

C. Samson’s mother was unable to…………………………………………..v2b. 

D. The angel of the Lord appeared to Samson’s mother and told her the following things:

i..…………………………………………………….v3a.

ii.…………………………………………………..v3b.

iii……………………………………………….v4a

iv.………………………………………………….v4b.

v…………………………………………………v5a.

vi.………………………………………………..v5b.

vii..………………………………………………….v5c. 

viii…………………………………………………..v5d. 

 

Teaching Method: Discussion method.

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

 

LESSON OUTLINE 1: ACHIEVEMENTS AND FLAWS

A. Samson’s Achievements 

i. Samson was a Judge in Isreal. He judged Israel for twenty years with landmark achievements, though with flaws worthy of note.

ii. God’s purpose for Samson’s life was to begin the deliverance of Israel from the Philistines (Judges 13:5) and this he achieved.

iii. Samson was a powerful man with Supernatural strength. With the Spirit of God Upon Him:

a. He killed Lion with his bare hands (Judges 14:15-16). 

b. He killed thirty men (Philistines) and took their belongings (Judges 14:19).

c. He killed a thousand men (Philistines) with the jaw bone of an ass (Judges 15:14-16).

d. He lifted the gates of the city and took them up on a mountain (Judges 16:3). 

e. He was also very intelligent with an unusual sense of humour (Judges 14:12-14). 

iv. Samson enjoyed answers to prayers in fulfilment of God’s purpose (Judges 15:18; 16:28).

v. He repented towards the end of his life and called upon the Lord and His strength returned, he slew more philistines at his death than he slew during his lifetime (Judges 16:30).

B. Samson flaws

Though he was set apart for special service to God (Judges 13:5), Samson:

i. Ignored and violate the Nazirite vow of Godly devotion.

ii. Relied upon his own strength and abilities rather than God’s (Prov. 5:3). 

iii. He was courageous before men but weak when it comes to women (Prov. 6:32; Matt. 5:28).

iv. His weakness for the Philistine women culminated in his fall (Judges 14; 1-3; Judges 16:1-22).

v. His passion for women was more important to him than God’s expressed will (Deut. 7:3).

vi. While he had almost unlimited potential to deliver his people from the Philistines, his story ended in needless tragedy. 

vii. He died with the enemies (Dan. 16:30). 

viii. Samson was shallow and vengeful like the Philistines (Judges 15:10) which is the world’s mindset today and contrary to the teachings of Christ (Heb. 5:38).

ix. Samson’s disobedience and love for strange women led to his defeat, disgrace and destruction.

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should discuss practical ways youths can avoid the flaws of Samson. 

 

 

LESSON OUTLINE 2: LESSONS FROM HIS LIFE 

Teachers should ask the class to discuss the remarkable lessons youths should learn from the life of Samson.

 

There are several lessons to learn from Samson’s life.

 

1. though we may not be given great physical strength like Samson, God will give us great spiritual strength when we need it (Phil. 4:13). 

2. Believers should watch out for things and people that can entice them to sin. We must not allow the yearnings of the flesh to control our lives (1 John 2: 15-17; 2 Cor. 6:17).

3. The seemingly harmless sins some believers are committing and getting away with are simply baits from the devil to encourage them to go deeper. The devil is not stupid; he has planned a big downfall along the line.

 

4..When you ain, no matter how grievous, repent and call upon God. He will always hear your cry of repentance and forgive you (Is. 1:18; Acts 2:21; Acts 3:19). 

 

5. Spiritual gifts are not pointers to spiritual maturity. Believers should strive to bear the fruit of the Spirit to remain in tune with God (Gal. 5:22-23; Eph. 5:9). 

 

6. Perhaps the greatest lesson we learn is that God would rather forgive than judge. In the final analysis, God saw Samson as a man of faith. This is evidenced by the fact that he is listed among those in the hall of faith (HEB11:32)

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should discuss how the lesson learnt from Samson’s life can help youth. 

SUMMARY: Samson was a man destined by God for greatness but due to his many flaws, his life was cut short. Youths should learn great lessons from Samson’s life. 

CONCLUSION: Samson’s story is a strong warning to every Christian never to toy with Sin. 

EVALUATION: The teacher should ask students to mention some of their flaws of Samson. 

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, please help me to fulfil your plans and purpose for my life. 

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five (5) life achievements of Samson (2×5=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 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 trainingYou can reach me on Whatsapp HERE. Please note that I will be using Microsoft Team to facilitate the training. 

I know you might agree with some of the points that I have raised in this article. You might not agree with some of the issues raised. Let me know your views about the topic discussed. We will appreciate it if you can drop your comment. Thanks in anticipation.

 

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Eternal Rewards. RCCG Sunday School Teachers.

 

 

Opening Prayer: Almighty Father, grant all Your children abundant grace to endure affliction and receive eternal glory in Jesus’ name. 

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

Bible Passage: 1 Cor. 9:16-27.

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

 

Lesson Introduction: It is generally believed that the rewards to be given at the judgement seat of Christ will consist of crowns and other glorious things. 2 Cor. 4:17 speaks of the momentary light affliction, which is descriptive of this world of sorrow, pain, tears and problems. However, the moment that we cross to the other side, this moment of affliction will be exchanged for an “exceeding and eternal weight of glory”. The believer falls asleep in christ (John 11:11), suddenly awakes in the Lord’s presence and the glory begins (Phil. 1:23).

 

Lesson Aim: To study eternal rewards awaiting believers. 

Teaching Objectives: At the end of the lesson, students should be able to: a. Discover eternal glories which await believers in heaven. 

b. Discover the kinds of crowns which believers may win. 

Teaching Plan: To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should: a. Explain the two lesson outlines to students.

b. Allow the students to contribute to the lesson.

c. Summarise, conclude, evaluate and give assignments to the students.

 

Text Review: 1 Cor. 9:16-27. 

Apostle Paul commented on the dispensation of the gospel that was committed to him. He stated his commitment in terms of: 

a. Necessity b. Cost c. Reward (According to 1 Cor. 9:16-18).

ACTIVITY: The teacher should state four (4) other commitments of Paul in relation to the gospel according to the passage. 

i.…………………………………………………………

ii………………………………………………………….

iii..…………………………………………………………

iv.………………………………………………………..

 

Time Method: The teacher should use the lecture teaching method. 

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

 

LESSON OUTLINES: WHAT GLORIES ARE BELIEVERS TO EXPECT 

i. To be born again child of God, living a holy life and walking in the Spirit of God should expect: 

i. To be with Christ on the last day (John 14:3). Everyone is happy to be in the presence of the King of kings.

ii. To behold the glory of Christ (John 17:24). We shall not only behold the face but also His Glory. The disciples saw a glimpse of this glory on the mount of transfiguration. We shall see it in full when we get to Heaven. 

iii. To be glorified with Christ (Romans 8:17-18), we are not just to behold His Glory but we are to be glorified too. We do not know what this actually means but it is surely going to be marvellously wonderful. 

iv. To reign with Christ (Romans 25:20-23), in the parable of the talents, the Faithful ones were made rulers over many things. 

iv. To inherit all things (Rev. 21:7). Not some things but all things. 

 

LESSON OUTLINE 2: What Crowns May Believers Win?

It is possible for believers to win several crowns. For example, there is:

i. Crown for faithful “runners” (1 Cor. 9:24-25). It is an incorruptible crown. An eternal one. It is for those who patiently run the race to Heaven and are temperate in all things. (1 Cor. 9:25; Heb. 12:1).

ii. Crown for soul winners (1 Tim. 2:19). It is called the crown of rejoicing. Perhaps, each covert will be a jewel, a star on that crown. 

iii. Crown for participatory, that is, those who are expecting the Lord’s return (2 Tim. 4;8). This is called the crown of righteousness. Everyone ought to win this crown. Each one of us ought to be watching for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

iv. Crown for the faithful ones. (James 1:12). This is called the crown of life. There seem to be three conditions for winning this crown:

a. Enduring temptation and overcoming evil. 

b. Loving the Lord. 

c. Being faithful; unto death, enduring to the end, even if it means martyrdom. (Rev. 2:10). 
v. Crown for True Pastors. (1 Peter 5:4). This is called the crown of glory. This is the crown for the elders, the under-shepherds, Pastors, Missionaries and Teachers who perform their duties so well that the Great Sheperd will say “Well Done” to them. 

vi. Crown of Gold for all the redeemed (Rev.4:4). It is not only earthly kings and queens that have crowns. Redeemed men and women, born again holy living Christians shall have crowns too.

 

SUMMARY: There are rewards and crowns for believers who endure affliction for Christ. 

CONCLUSION: Be faithful to the end.

EVALUATION: What sort of rewards and crowns await believers who endure to the end?

CLOSING PRAYER: Almighty Father, please do not let me lose my crown(s) in Jesus’ name. Amen. 

ASSIGNMENT: Find out five (5) major obstacles that make it difficult for some people to endure affliction. (2×5=10 Marks). 

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Acceptable Christian Worship. RCCG Sunday School Manual

 

Acceptable Christian Worship. RCCG Sunday School Manual

 

Memory Verse: God is a spirit and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth“- John 4:24.

Bible Passage: John 4: 19-25. 

Introduction

Worship is an act of paying homage which 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 (Acts 17: 23-25; 1 Peter 29:2). Since we are created for worship, it is important that we find out ways to do it so as to be acceptable by Him who commands it.

 

Lesson Outlines 

1. Prepare for Worship

2. Acceptable worship

 

Preparing for Worship 

The following step should be taken by anyone preparing to worship God in an acceptable manner:

1. Put your heart in order : Before moving into the external act of worship, there is the need for you to put your heart in order. This is to ensure that hinderances to your worship are off loaded from your heart. We must get rid of anger, hatred, unforgiveness, bitterness and other vices (Col. 3:8-9). 

2. Reconcile with all: There is the need for is to reconcile with God and man in any area of offence (Mattew 5: 23-24; Acts 24:16). We need to reconcile and make restitution when neccesary (Luke 19:8). 

 

Acceptable Worship

Not all worship is acceptable to God (Ps. 15:1-5; Matt. 7:21). There are various forms of unacceptable worship. These include:

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

2. Ignorant worship: It refers to worship without the knowledge kg who God really 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 abd desire instead of carrying out God’s instruction ( Col. 2:20-23: Lev. 10:1-2). 

Acceptable worship is based on worship rendered to God in spirit and in truth (John 4:39-24). Acceptable worship it service is always offered in holiness (Ps. 96:9): from a heart ” void of offence towards God, and towards men” (Acts 24:16). It is one done by faith, like the sacrifice if Abel ( John 9: 36-38; HEB. 11:4). 

 

CONCLUSION

In the world today, people choose to worship different objects using diverse methods. The scripture teaches that only God should be worshipped and that should be done in spirit and in truth ( Ex. 20:1-5;34:14) ? Such worship touches the heart of God and thus, the blessings of God is released on the worshippers.

 

Questions

1. What does it mean to worship God in spirit and in truth?

2. Identify the consequences of unacceptable worship in Leviticus 10: 1-3 and Genesis 4:3-7.

 

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Only One God. RCCG Sunday School Manual

 

Memory Verse: ” For thou art great and doest wondrous things; thou art God alone”- Psalm 86:10.

 

Bible Passage: Is. 43:10-15. 

 

Introduction

The name “God”, the derivation of which is uncertain, we give to the eternal, infinite, perfect and incomprehensible being, the Creator of all things, who preserves and governs all by His Almighty power and wisdom, and is the only proper object of worship. The proper Hebrew name for God is “JEHOVAH”, which signifies “He is”. Hence, there is no one else besides our God.

 

LESSON OUTLINES 

  1. Only One God
  2. Idolatry is Terribly Dangerous 

 

ONLY ONE GOD

The Infalliable scriptures confirm that there is only one God, great and marvellous in His deeds. (Psalm 86:9-10; Deut. 6:4; 32:39). He is a fulfilled of promises, doing exceeding, abundantly (Eph. 3:20; 2 Cor. 9:8). He is able to subdue all things and keep His own to the very end (Heb. 7:25; Jude 24). He is full of compassion, long-suffering, plenteous in mercy, truth, and surest counsels. (Ps. 86:15) and favour (Genesis 4:6-8; Luke 1:30). He is omnipotent, omnipresent, omniscient (Luke 1:37; Psalm 115:3; Psalm 139:7-13; Psalm 147:5) and sovereign (Psalm 29:10; Daniel 2:20-22).

 

IDOLATRY IS TERRIBLY DANGEROUS

Idolatry is simply the worship of a physical object as a god or immoderate attachment or devotion of something. As far as God is concerned, this is a sinful act and it is forbidden and very dangerous to do so (Ex. 20:4; Lev. 26:1; Deut. 11:16; Is, 42:8; 1 John 5:21). There are numerous of such gods mentioned by various names in the days of the Bible and in many nations and traditions of the world today: Asherah, Baal, Baalpeaor, Chemosh, Dagon, Diana, and Molech (Judges 2:13; 1 Kings 16:32; Numbers 25:3; 2 Kings 23:13; 1 Sam. 5:2; Acts 19:24). Some have worshipped heavenly bodies, devil etc. (Deut 4:19; Hosea 4:19; Hosea 3:4). Unlike the Almighty God who is full of life, idols are inactive, perishable, helpless, highly degrading and, therefore, unworthy of worship (Deut. 4:28; Jer. 10:5; Acts 17:29; Romans 1: 22-23). 

 

CONCLUSION 

Acknowledging God as the Almighty and the only true One undoubtedly qualifies a Christian life that operates in the miraculous. It is, therefore, wise to do so now, knowing fully well that God will not share His glory with another, yet, He needs a body to manifest and express Himself.

 

QUESTIONS 

  1. Justify with scriptures that there is only one God.
  2. How is idolatry dangerous?

 

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A Heart Of Gratitude. RCCG Sunday School Manual

 

Memory Verse: ” And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine ? ” 

Bible Passage: Luke 17: 11-19.

Introduction

Thanksgiving is the art kg giving thanks, or a show of gratitude and appreciation for something done for you. Why are people not showing appreciation to God? Is it that God has not done anything ? Jesus Christ appreciates thanksgiving. He was surprised that only one of the ten lepers came back to express appreciation. All of them were in need , all crowd for mercy, all persevered , all believed and obeyed but only one returned to express appreciation after the healing ( Luke 17:17-18). 

 

Lesson Outlines

1. Only one came back.

2. The Christian approach.

 

Only one came back

Only one out of the ten lepers came back to express appreciation and he was a Samaritan. It is like saying that out of every member of a church, only one person who does not even know much about Jesus gives thanks. The rest may see no reason to thank God because of :

 

1. Discouragement and tribulations (Daniel 2:23). Daniel was a captive at the time he began thanking God.

2. Lack of knowledge of God’s word (Col. 4:2). 

3. Taking God for granted and using thanksgiving as a substitute for obedience (Luke 18: 9-14).

4. Fellowship with the wrong crowd (Eph. 5:1-5).

Refusal to take account of what God has done (Luke 17:18). 

 

The Christian Approach

Real Christians should find time to thank God for the following reasons among others :

1. Thanksgiving is a command ( 1 These. 5:18; Eph. 5:20; Col. 3:17). We are to come to His presence with Thanksgiving (Ps. 100:4).

2. For the salvation of our souls and hope kg eternal life with God ( Luke 10: 17-21). 

3. It is a show of appreciation for what the Lord has done (Ex. 15:1-21; Like 17:11-19; 1:46). 

4. It is a means of praying by faith e.g in the case of Lazarus (John 11:41). 

5. It’s a potent weapon of warfare (2 Chro. 20:20-27). 

6. It’s an evangelistic tool (Ps. 54: 4-11; 2 Sam. 22:1-2). 

7. It sustains selflessness and humility ( Daniel 2:23-24; Luke 18:9-14; 1 Timothy 1: 12-13). 

8. It puts a seal of perfection on our testimonies. The man who came back to express appreciation was made whole ( Luke 17:19). 

9. We are called to show forth the praise of Him who has called us out of darkness into His marvellous light ( 1 Peter 2:9). 

 

 

CONCLUSION

We have no reason to disobey the call to give thanks always.

 

Questions

1. What is thanksgiving?

2. For what reasons should Christians give thanks?

 

 

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The Pursuit Of God. RCCG Sunday School Manual

Memory Verse: Seek the Lord whole He may be found, Call upon Him while He is near. – Is. 55:6. 

Bible Verse: 2 Chro. 15:2-4

 

INTRODUCTION

To “seek” means to look for, search for, inquire about, investigate, pursue and strive after (Matt. 13:44-46). In Gen. 4:26, the Bible records that men began to seek God …” Then began men to call upon the name of the Lord”. The call to seek the Lord is an urgent one. It is our prayer that in our pursuit of God, we shall find Him and also be found of Him in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

 

Lesson Outlines

1. Why pursue God?

2. How to pursue Him.

 

Why Pursue God?

God is not just available and accessible to His children, He is also near to them (Is. 50:2; 55:6; 59:1). To seek God is a command that must be obeyed (2 Chro. 14:4). God will be found if we seek Him with all our heart ( Jer. 29:11-14; 1 Chro. 28:9). He will hear and answer us (2 Chro. 7:14). God will give us rest (Matt. 28:11; 2 Chro. 14:7; 2 2 Chro. 14:10-15). God is the source of blessing, so we should seek Him (Matt. 6:33; Ps. 34:9-10). To be able to live righteously, we must seek God (Hosea 10:12). God is the only hope of everlasting life (Titus 1:2; John 5:39). 

How To Pursue God 

We should pursue the Lord with all our heart (Deut 4:29; Jer. 29:13). He should be sought continually (Ps. 105:4; 1 Chro. 16:11). This should be daily (Is. 58:2). We should seek Him diligently (Heb. 11:6). We should do it with humility (2 Chro. 7:14). We must realise that seeking the Lord is the source of life (Amos 5:4). 

 

CONCLUSION 

Every true child of God must see the pursuit of his Father as an inevitable and highly rewarding task. 

 

Questions 

1. Why should you pursue God?

2. How does a believer pursue? 

 

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Consecration. RCCG Sunday School Manual.

 

Memory Verse: For Moses has said, Consecrate yourselves today to the Lord, every man upon his son, and upon his brother; that he may bestow upon you a blessing this day_. – Ex. 32:39.

 

BIBLE PASSAGE: Judges 13:3-7.

 

INTRODUCTION

Consecration is a process or practice of making something sacred, dedicated and set apart for the Lord. It also means the devoting or setting apart of anything or anyone to the worship or service of God (Ex. 28:41). The race of Abraham and the tribe of Levi were thus consecrated (Numbers 3:12). According to the Mosaic Law, the firstborn both of man and beast were consecrated to God (Ex. 13:2; 12 and 15). 

 

Lesson Outlines 

1. Means and benefits of consecration 

2. Broken consecration 

 

Means And Benefits Of Consecration 

A consecrated one is called to a life of purity, free from sin and contamination. How can one be consecrated? The call to personal consecration demands that one presents himself wholly to God (Lev. 11:44; Romans 12:1; 2 Chro. 17:16). and be willing to purge himself of all filthiness of the flesh and spirit ( 2 Timothy 2:21; 2 Cor. 6:2) This is made possible through absolute compliance to divine instructions given by God in His word. ( John 17:17; Psalm 119: 9;Eph 5:26).

 

Some of the benefits of consecration are:

1. Overflowing blessings ( Ex. 32:29)

2. Overflowing anointing ( Heb. 1:9; 10:38; Acts 5:12).

3. Becoming a chosen vessel of God ( 2 Timothy 2:21; Acts 9:15). 

4. Ever abiding presence of God ( Ps. 91:2; Matt. 28: 19-20).

5. Outstanding victory without a fight ( Prov 16:7; 2Chro . 20:15-19).

Broken Consecration 

A broken consecration is a state of contamination of a consecrated person. We have examples of consecrated vessels that were contaminated by one thing or the other:

1. Samson’s consecration was broken by his disobedience and lust for strange women ( Judges 14:1-3; 8-9).

2. Miriam was a prophetess in ( Ex. 15:20-21) but her consecration was broken by envy ( Numbers 12:1-10). 

3. Moses’ consecration was contaminated by anger (Ex. 14: 21-28; Numbers 20:7-12).

4. Gideon was set apart for God’s mighty work of deliverance but pride broke his consecration  (Judges 7: 20-22; 8:22-27).

5. Comfort contaminated David – the consecrated one (1 Samuel 17: 34-37; 2 Sam. 11: 1-27,). 

 

Conclusion

God is calling you to live a consecrated life unto Him as a particular person and a royal priesthood and He is waiting to see you exhibiting the life of consecrated unto Him. Do not disappoint God.

 

 

Questions 

1. What are the benefits of consecration? 

2. Describe a broken consecration. 

 

 

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The God Chasers. RCCG Sunday School Manual.

 

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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Overcoming Temptation: RCCG Sunday School Manual.

 

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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Adultery And Fornication: Description And Causes

 

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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Fourth Quarter Review. RCCG Sunday School Manual

 

Lesson 40: Effective Personal Evangelism 

Lesson 41: Digital Evangelism 

Lesson 42: Degree of Restitution

Lesson 43: Processing Restitution 

Lesson 44: Apologising Correctly 

Lesson 45: Understanding of the Times 

Lesson 46: Suicide Forbidden 

Lesson 47: The Spotless Bride 

Lesson 48: The Marriage Supper of The Lamb

Lesson 49: The days Of Tribulation

Lesson 50: Paradise 

Lesson 51: Eternal Rewards 

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Suicide Forbidden. RCCG Sunday School Manual.

 

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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Third Quarter Review: RCCG Sunday School Manual.

Sunday School Manual.

 

Lesson 27: The Social Media

Lesson 28: The Glory Of The Youth 

Lesson 29: Knowing God’s will In Marriage 

Lesson 30: Youthful Lusts 

Lesson 31: The Christian Entrepreneur 

Lesson 32: Self-Discovery and Skill Development 

Lesson 33: Running Business As Christians 

Lesson 34: Intrapreneurship 

Lesson 35: Opposite-Sex Friendship 

Lesson 36: Dating: The Christian Perspective 

Lesson 37: Cultism is Evil 

Lesson 38: The Mighty Samson

 

 

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