The Power Of Choices. RCCG Sunday School Teachers.

 

Opening Prayer: Father, teach me to understand the power of choice so that I will not learn the hard way. 

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

Memory Verse: “Let us choose to us judgement : let us know among ourselves what is good”-Job 34:4

BIBLE PASSAGE: Genesis 13:8-13. 

 

LESSON INTRODUCTION

Simply put, choice is the act of picking between two or more possibilities. The power of choice is the strong will to make a decision in the midst of several options. While it is generally opined that man is a choice being, Scriptures clearly establish that God has given man the power to choose. (Joshua 24:15), However, we live with the consequences of the choices we make whether good or bad. The onus lies on us to make the right choices which in turn determine the course of our lives.

LESSON AIM: To study the power of choice. 

TEACHING OBJECTIVES

Through the study, students should be able to:

a. Give a simple definition of Choice.

b. Explain what the power of choice means. 

c. Enumerate the common choices and their consequences. 

d. Mention the factors that can influence choices. 

 

TEACHING PLAN 

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

Teaching Plan

To achieve the above stated objectives, the teacher should: 

TEXT REVIEW: Genesis 13:8-13.

The Scripture recorded Abram’s choice (decision) not to allow strife over land to destroy the cordial relationship he had with his nephew-Lot . He approached Lot in an attempt to find a possible solution to end the strife that was gradually gaining momentum between them and their herdsmen. 

 

Abraham said unto Lot:

i…………………………………v8a

ii………………………………..v8b

iii…………………………………………….v9a.

iv……………………………………………v9b.

v………………………………………………….v9c.

vi………………………………………………….v9d.

B. Lot lifted up his eyes and beheld

i. That it was well…………………………………………v10a.

ii. Even as the garden………………………………………..v10b.

Then……………………………………………………..v11a.

D. i. Abram……………………………………………….v12a.

ii……………………………………………………………….v12b.

E. But the men of Sodom……………………………….v13. 

 

Teaching Method: The Lecture Method. 

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

LESSON OUTLINES

1. COMMON CHOICES AND CONSEQUENCES
2. FACTORS THAT INFLUENCES CHOICES

 

LESSON OUTLINE ONE: COMMON CHOICES AND CONSEQUENCES

A. There are several choices we make in life with their attendant consequences. For instance, the choices we make about food and exercises influences our physical health. (Prov. 25:16). For instance: 

 i. The choices we make about our academic pursuits often affect our careers and obligations. The choices we make in reaction to life’s adversities affect our psychological well being (Prov. 24:10).

1. The choice of where to live/settle may determine the peace or discomfort blessings or troubles we will have (Gen. 13:8-11, 19:13; 26:1-2, 12-13).
2. The choice of who we marry will determine the bliss we enjoy or the blows we endure (Prov. 18:22; 31:28; Prov. 21:19; 1 Kings 11:4).
3. The choice of the friends we keep will determine how far we go and the quality of life we live (Prov. 13:20; 18:24;2 Sam. 13:5;10-14,28-29). 
4. The choice we make to be different will determine whether or not we will stand out from the crowd (Dan. 1:8,19, Hebrews 11: 24-26).
5. The choice we make whether to serve God or not will determine the eternal reward we will get (Joshua 24:15; Revelation 22:11-12).

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: What can be done to forestall the consequences of a wrong choice that is already made?

LESSON OUTLINE TWO: FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE CHOICES

A. Many factors influence the choices we make in life.

A. Right Knowledge: We need to crave for the right knowledge in order to be well informed (Prov. 18:15). 

ii. Self-Control: It will help guide our choices and prevent us from making irrational decisions. (James 1:19; 1 Sam. 25:10). 

iii. Planning and Vision: We must make good plans and be guided by a good vision before we make a choice. (Ruth 3:1-4; Prov. 16:3,9). 

iv. Prayer: More importantly , prayer will enable us to key into the mind of God. (1Sam. 30:7-8; Ps. 37:5,23). 

 

Conversely, pride, hypocrisy, doubt, and negative thoughts among others will hinder us from making the right choices (Prov. 11:2; Ps. 10:4; Is. 32:6; James 1:8). We must strive to always have the correct mind frame all the time (Prov. 4:23). 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should discuss other factors that influence people’s choices. 

SUMMARY: Our choices in life are influenced by many factors , but they are not without attendant outcomes.

CONCLUSION

If we have made a wrong choice in the past, it is time to forgive ourselves and move on with life as we make necessary corrections to avoid any repetition of such.

 

EVALUATION: Mention the common choices and their attendant consequences. 

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, please help me to make godly choices in Jesus name. 

Questions 

1. Give three (3) examples of life’s choices and their consequences.

2. Mention some factors that can hinder us from making the right choices. 

 

Assignment 

Mention five (5) ways your choices have affected you either positively or negatively (2*5=10Marks). 

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