by dailyd | Nov 11, 2018 | RCCG Teacher M
TOPIC — The Early Church: A Model for Today
OPENING PRAYER: Father, let me serve You steadfastly. (Scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 NOVEMBER 2018 HYMN)
MEMORY VERSE: “And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.” – Acts 2:42 (scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 NOVEMBER 2018 HYMN)
BIBLE PASSAGE: Acts 2:42-44 (RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 11 November 2018)
42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
43 And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles.
44 And all that believed were together, and had all things common;
LESSON INTRODUCTION:
A close study of the daily life of the first apostolic church reveals certain peculiarities worthy of note. This seems to run contrary to some trends noticed in some churches today. We need to examine what the early church looked like and practiced in order to realign ourselves with the will of God for His Church.
TEXT REVIEW: ACTS 2: 42-44
The believers in the early church were steadfast in the following Christian virtues and activities after they were baptized:
i. Doctrine – Apostles’ doctrines and teaching. Vs 42a
ii. Fellowship – Warm and healthy horizontal relationship with one another and vertical relationship with the Almighty God. Vs. 42b.
iii. Breaking of bread – Holy Communion and sharing. Vs 42c
iv. Prayers – Be it in supplication, thanksgiving, petitions. Vs 42d
v. Miracles – Many wonders and signs were performed through them. Vs 43b
vi. Fear upon soul right reverence was attributed to the Almighty God. Vs 43a
vii. Bonded – Oneness and unity. Vs 44a
viii. Had all things in common, similar behaviour, bowel of mercy and rendering support. Vs 45.
ix. Hospitality – Sharing from house to house. Vs 46
x. Appreciation -Thanksgiving to God. Vs 47.
LESSON OUTLINE 1: SOME SHORTCOMINGS OF THE PRESENT – DAY:
i. Human philosophies and motivational talks have replaced the Apostles’ doctrines. 1 Cor. 2:4, Col. 2: 4,8.
ii. Monetary rewards and other forms of compensations have replaced selfless services. Acts 20: 35, Gal. 6:9
iii. True, genuine and agape love has been replaced by suspicion. 1 John. 3:18, Heb. 10:25.
iv. Sacrificial giving is gradually fading away. Acts 2:45, Psalms 69: 9.
v. Pride, competition, egoistic tendencies, rivalry among leaders and followers have replaced complementary and true submission to one another and God. 2 Cor. 10:1, Phil. 2:5
vi. Envy and strife, suspicion and hatred have found their ways to the church. James 3:14, 16.
vii. Gimmicks resulting in fake miracles, lies, exploitation, intimidation, evil packaging, deception etc. 1 Tim. 6:3-7;Eph.4:14; 2 Cor. 12:16-17.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1:
Class to identify the effects of the above stated work of the flesh and the devil in addition to secular-like songs and indecent dressing to the church.
LESSON OUTLINE 2: THE QUALITIES OF THE EARLY CHURCH:
i. Steadfastness in Apostles’ doctrines, fellowship, prayers and breaking of bread from house to house. Acts 2: 42-44.
ii. Warm, truthful and loving fellowship.
2 Cor. 2:13; Phil. 4:10.
iii. True signs and wonders were common in the early church. Acts 243, 4:14; Mark 16:20.
iv. Unity in love and togetherness. Acts 2:44; John 17: 21.
v. The early church members were generous. Acts 2:45; 4:34-37
vi. The early church enjoyed favour with all people. Acts 2:44.
vii. The early church experienced tremendous growth on daily basis. Acts 2:41; 4:4, 5:14.
CLASS ACTIVITY 2:
How can the above-stated qualities of the early church return fully into the modern-day church?
SUMMARY: Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, and today and forever. Heb.13;8. The standard of the church MUST NOT CHANGE.
CONCLUSION: While we cannot rule out the need for innovations and creativities that make the church of God lively today, the present day church must be modelled after the early church.
EVALUATION: Mention four(4) shortcomings of the modern-days church and four (4) qualities of the early- Christian church.
CLOSING PRAYER: Father, let the five(5) of the early-Christians church return to our present day church.
ASSIGNMENT: Students should find ten(10) qualities of the early -church from Acts 2:41-47.
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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 NOVEMBER 2018 HYMN
1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
O how I love Thee well,
I am happy, it makes me glad
To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day, Thy friendship suits me well,
Both young and old will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?
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RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 4 November 2018
by dailyd | Nov 4, 2018 | RCCG Teacher M
TOPIC: Hypocrites in the Church
OPENING PRAYER: Father, let the Holy Spirit fire consume the spirit of hypocrisy in our churches. (Scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 4 NOVEMBER 2018 HYMN)
MEMORY VERSE: “Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whited sepulchres, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men’s bones, and of all uncleanness.” – Matthew 23:27 (scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 4 NOVEMBER 2018 HYMN)
BIBLE PASSAGE: Acts 5:1-16 (RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 4 November 2018)
1 But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession,
2 And kept back part of the price, his wife also being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles’ feet.
3 But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of the price of the land?
4 Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou hast not lied unto men, but unto God.
5 And Ananias hearing these words fell down, and gave up the ghost: and great fear came on all them that heard these things.
6 And the young men arose, wound him up, and carried him out, and buried him.
7 And it was about the space of three hours after, when his wife, not knowing what was done, came in.
8 And Peter answered unto her, Tell me whether ye sold the land for so much? And she said, Yea, for so much.
9 Then Peter said unto her, How is it that ye have agreed together to tempt the Spirit of the Lord? behold, the feet of them which have buried thy husband are at the door, and shall carry thee out.
10 Then fell she down straightway at his feet, and yielded up the ghost: and the young men came in, and found her dead, and, carrying her forth, buried her by her husband.
11 And great fear came upon all the church, and upon as many as heard these things.
12 And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon’s porch.
13 And of the rest durst no man join himself to them: but the people magnified them.
14 And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.)
15 Insomuch that they brought forth the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them.
16 There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem, bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed every one.
LESSON INTRODUCTION:
A person, who pretends to be something that he really is not, is a hypocrite. It is not just making a mistake but a deliberate plan to pretend, deceive or cheat. He is dirty inside but clean outside. Joshua 7:1, 8-12; Matt. 23:27. A person in drama representing someone else explains this. He could imitate the speech, mannerisms and conduct of the character portrayed; but in real life he is a different person..
TEXT REVIEW: ACTS 5:1-16
“THE ACTORS”.
(i) Lying and deception which characterize hypocrisy are rooted in Satan and not God. Acts 5:3.
(ii) The devil wants people to receive praises and glory which they do not deserve. He made them to “act” what they are not. Acts 5 2.
(iii) Lying unto the Holy Spirit is lying to God and to the Lord Jesus Christ. Acts 5:4, 9.
(iv)The consequence of “unity to sin”, “agreement to commit fraud” and “false pretense” is death. Acts 5:5,10.
(v) Ananias and Sapphira must have died because of their love for money and materialism. Acts 5:1-2; 1 Tim. 6:10.
(vi)You cannot love money (root of evil) and claim you love God. Such claim is hypocritical and unacceptable.
(vii) Many people in the church who are not born again but who pretend to be one are actors.
(viii) Taking Holy the Communion under the pretense of being holy is acting like Ananias and Sapphira.
(ix) Tithes and vow defaulters are not better than spiritual actors.
LESSON OUTLINE 1: FORMS AND REASONS FOR HYPOCRISY
A. FORMS
(I) Professing belief in something (God/scriptural doctrine) and acting in a contrary manner to that belief. Isaiah 29:13.
(ii) Looking down on others when we ourselves are flawed. Matt. 7:3-5; Rom. 2:1.
B. DESCRIPTIONS OF HYPOCRITES BY THE LORD JESUS
(i) Wolf in the sheep clothing. Matt. 7:15
(ii) White-washed tombs. . Matt. 23:27.
(iii) Brood of vipers. Matt. 23:33.
(iv) Grave. Luke 11:44
C. REASONS FOR HYPOCRISY
(i) Pride of life. 1 John 2:15-16
(ii) Desire to be honoured even when such honour was not deserved. 2 Cor. 10:12
(iii)Desire to be revered and respected as holy people when they are not holy. 1 Sam. 15:13, 20, 25-30
(iv)Desire to receive other people’s praise e.g. Ananias and Sapphira wanted to be praised like Barnabas who was faithful with his sale. Acts 4:34-37; 5:1-10
(v) Desire or intent to cheat or commit fraud. Gen. 27:20-22
(vi) Ingratitude to God by taking what belongs to God in form of tithe defaulting, stealing or record falsification. Prov. 11:1
(vii) Self-indulgence. Rom. 16:18.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1:
Teacher should ask the students to discuss this question: Should a believer act what he or she is not?
LESSON OUTLINE 2 : CONSEQUENCES OF HYPOCRISY
A. CONSEQUENCES
(I) Bad leadership. 1 Sam.15:13, 20, 25-30.
(ii) Shame and disgrace. Jer. 13:25-26.
(iii) Punishment. Prov. 11:21.
(iv) Curses. Isaiah 29:15-16; Job 15:34-35.
(v) Untimely or spiritual death. Job 27:8; 36:13-14;1 John 5:12.
B. THE ALL-KNOWING GOD
(1) God knows the secret and deceits of the hearts of all men. Psalms 44:21; Jer.17:9-10; 1 Sam. 16:7.
(ii) God knows all the ways of men/women. Job 31:4; Psalms 1:6.
(iii)Nobody can hide or deceive Him. He will reward individuals according to his/her work. Rev. 22:11-12.
CLASS ACTIVITY 2:
Class to discuss how a hypocrite can be free
SUMMARY: Whatever be the reason, the consequence of being a hypocrite is grievous.
CONCLUSION:
The same way fornication is a sin against God, so also is hypocrisy. Gal. 5:19-21. The only solution is repentance. Isaiah 55:7.
EVALUATION:
Identify causes and consequences of hypocrisy.
CLOSING PRAYER:
Father, help my church members to be true and sincere in all ways.
ASSIGNMENT:
Identify five (5) enemies of sincerity.
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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 4 NOVEMBER 2018 HYMN
1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
O how I love Thee well,
I am happy, it makes me glad
To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day, Thy friendship suits me well,
Both young and old will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?
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Open Heaven 3 November 2018
by dailyd | Oct 28, 2018 | RCCG Teacher M
TOPIC: Intentional Disciple-Making
OPENING PRAYER: Father as I grow in you, help me to consciously make disciples for your kingdom. (Scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 28 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN)
MEMORY VERSE: “And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.” – 2 Timothy 2:2 (scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 28 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN)
BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Timothy 3:10-15 (RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 28 October 2018)
10 But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience,
11 Persecutions, afflictions, which came unto me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra; what persecutions I endured: but out of them all the Lord delivered me.
12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
13 But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived.
14 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;
15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
LESSON INTRODUCTION: Discipleship process requires a teacher-student relationship. Hence, there is no discipleship where the convert is not taken through a definite process of intentional learning. The goal of discipleship is to produce an individual who has come to the realization of living on daily basis with Christ and experiencing consistent growth through the transforming work of the Holy Spirit.
TEXT REVIEW: 2 TIMOTHY 3:10-15 – “MASTER AND HIS STUDENT”.
(i) The following phrases point to the fact that a master-student relationship existed between Apostle Paul and Timothy:
“thou hast fully known my doctrine” (verse 10).”knowing of whom thou hast learned them” (verse 15) and “from whom hast thou learned them” (verse 15).
(ii) Apostle Paul must have spent quality time with Timothy before Timothy could master the nine (9) “faith courses” in three (3) different countries of Antioch, lconium and at Lystra. Verses 10-11
(iii) These courses were: doctrines, manner of life, purpose, faith, long-suffering, charity, patience, persecutions and afflictions. Verses 10-11.
(iv) These scripture-based subjects, Apostle Paul declared, were able to make the learners, Timothy,wise and produce good workieffect. Verses 14-16.
(v) The Apostle delivered the final key note instruction to Timothy (in verse 14) when he said, “continue thou in the things which thou has learned and has been assured of …”
He stated that doing this, Timothy would become perfect and thoroughly furnished unto ALL good work. Verse 17.
The above illustration demonstrates DELIBERATE/CONSCIOUS EFFORT of a master to produce quality and approved student, in this case a disciple proven and tested.
LESSON OUTLINE 1: REASONS FOR INTENTIONAL DISCIPLESHIP
(i) Intentional discipleship is a conscious, deliberate and purposeful effort of the teacher to reproduce himself/herself in the student
(ii) The Lord Jesus commended it. Matt. 28:18-20.
(iii) Intentional discipleship will ensure the continuity of the gospel. Acts 2:42.
(iv) It will enable the disciple to do a greater work in the ministry. John 14:12.
(v) It will eradicate the sacred/secular dichotomy in which the church-life and work-life of the disciples are different (being holy only in the church and becoming the opposite outside the church) 2Cor. 5:20.
(vi) It will help to raise new generations of kingdom believers and world-changers. 2 Tim. 1:5.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Mention those activities of a teacher to produce a student like himself/herself.
LESSON OUTLINE 2: HOW TO DISCIPLE OTHERS
(i) The Lord Jesus recruited, reshaped and renewed his disciples to change the world through the gospel. The Lord also did the following:
(ii) Living an exemplary life. 1 Cor. 11:1; Titus 2:7; 1Tim. 4:12.
(iii) Spiritual parenting. 1 Tim. 1:2; 6:20; Gal. 4:19.
(iv) Giving of instruction. Matt. 28:20; 1 Tim. 1:1-19.
(v) Letting your disciples observe what you do. Luke 11:1 and committing them to do what you would have done. 2 Tim. 2:2.
(vi) Giving allowance for mistakes and correction. Matt. 16:22- 24; 2Tim. 4:2.
(vii) Giving room for progress report/feedback. Luke 10:17.
(viii) Making recommendation for subsequent endeavours. Matt. 17:19-21 and being able to recommend such individual to others. Romans 16:1-2; Phil. 4:3.
CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Teacher to discuss how to strengthen the teacher-students relationship
SUMMARY: Disciples are made not born.
CONCLUSION: You are not successful until your successor has succeeded. Intentional discipleship does not just prepare the disciples for heaven but makes them relevant on earth. Therefore, make conscious effort to disciple others for Christ.
EVALUATION: What benefits does intentional discipleship propose to achieve?
CLOSING PRAYER: Father, help all pastors, teachers and students to engage in intentional discipleship.
ASSIGNMENT: Identify and explain five (5) errors which could hinder intentional discipleship. 2 marks for each point.
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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 28 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN
1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
O how I love Thee well,
I am happy, it makes me glad
To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day, Thy friendship suits me well,
Both young and old will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?
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RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 21 October 2018 Lesson 8
by dailyd | Oct 20, 2018 | RCCG Teacher M
TOPIC: Partners (Not Staff) In Christian Service
OPENING PRAYER: Father, help me to follow Christ to the very end. (Scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 21 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN)
MEMORY VERSE: “Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you.” – John 15:15
BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Corinthians 3:6-9
6 I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase.
7 So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase.
8 Now he that planteth and he that watereth are one: and every man shall receive his own reward according to his own labour.
9 For we are labourers together with God: ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s building.
LESSON INTRODUCTION:
By definition, a partner is a person who takes part in an undertaking with another or others, especially in a business or firm with shared risk and profits. A staff is an employee of an organisation. Unlike the contemporary workplace, believers are expected to be partners together with Christ. Our commitment should be motivated by reward/wages as staff but as partners.
TEXT REVIEW: 1 COR.3:6-9 – “SYNERGY FOR THE KINGDOM”
Unity in the ministry was demonstrated in such a way that the grace of God in the life of an individual was allowed to grow until such an individual has grown into perfection. Acts 18:24- 28. We may not understand in the duo Of Paul and Apollos and how the greater encouraged the lesser to build for the kingdom.
Acts 18 : 24-28 indicated that Apollos as a Jew and was born at Alexandra. He was eloquent and mighty in scriptures. Acts 18:24. He was fervent in the Spirit. He spoke mightily in the public, convincing the Jews that Jesus was Christ. Acts 18:28. But he had only the Baptist of John the Baptist, and had not the baptism of the Holy Spirit.
However, Aquila and Priscilla saw value in the apparent weakness of Apollos and decided to brace him up more perfectly,Acts 18:26. Similarly the brethren at Ephesus writes to those in Achaia to receive Apollos highlighting how God had mightily used him. Acts 18:28
This is unity, this is synergy in action. This same Spirit of unity worked in Apostle Paul (who spoke more perfectly the mystery with God’s wisdom and was filled with the Holy Spirit. 1 Cor. 2:6-7) when he wrote, “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave increase”. 1 Cor. 3:6.
Apollos could have opted to be General Overseer in his own right while Paul too in his own right and would have heard their followers (1 Cor. 3:4), but instead, Apostle Paul advocated unity (1 Cor. 3:8-9) and called on those who had thought otherwise to come together as co-labourers and build together for the sake of the kingdom. 1 Cor. 3:8
LESSON OUTLINE 1: JOINT HEIRS WITH CHRIST
Connotation, Responsibilities and Attributes of Joint Heirs of God.
(i) Having relationship with God the father as children. Rom. 8:15
(ii) Having the right to receive God’s inheritance. Rom. 8:17, 1 Peter 1:4
(iii) It is having a “sonship” status in God’s kingdom. John 1:12-13
(iv) It is having the same privileges with Christ. Rom. 8:14-17
(v) It is having the privilege to serve God. Gen. 2:7-15
(vi) It is having assurance of new life. 2 Cor. 5:17
(vii) It is a call into service. It is a call to showcase the light of Christ. 1 Peter 2:9
(viii) It is a call to do the work of the father. John 4:34, 5:17, 9:4
(ix) It is a call to walk in the footsteps of the Christ. John 5:19-20, 14:12
(x) It is a call to partner with Christ in God’s vineyard. John 15:15.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1: What are the other benefits of being joint heirs with Christ.
LESSON OUTLINE 2: CO-LABOURERS ON EARTH
Reasons Why Believers Must Be Co- Labourers on Earth in God’s Vineyard.
(I) All believers are purchased with the same price and are baptized into the same Spirit and live by the same commandments. 1 Cor. 12:13
(ii) Believers have different ministerial gifts to work for the purpose of perfecting the saints and edifying the body of Christ. Eph. 4:11-13
(iii) The harvest is plenteous but the labourers are few. Luke 10:2
(iv) Because all co-labourers will receive sure rewards from God for their services. Col. 3:23-25; 1 Cor. 3:8-9
CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Why should co-labourers in God’s vineyard avoid disunity and competition?
SUMMARY:
Believers are joint-heirs with Christ and co-labourers with one another.
CONCLUSION:
Christian service is our father’s business and being joint heirs with Christ, we must see ourselves as partners in the venture rather than whose utmost interest lies in their wages. We must focus on heaven and please God by making sacrifices in the course of the kingdom business.
EVALUATION:
Mention three (3) attributes of a joint heir with Christ and three (3) reasons to be co-labourers
CLOSING PRAYER:
Father, help my Sunday School class to play our roles in God’s vineyard.
ASSIGNMENT:
Give five (5) reasons why why some Ministers of God compete instead of complementing one another. 2 Marks for each point.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL 21 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN
1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
O how I love Thee well,
I am happy, it makes me glad
To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day, Thy friendship suits me well,
Both young and old will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?
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RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 14 October 2018
by dailyd | Oct 13, 2018 | RCCG Teacher M
TOPIC: Christian Discipleship
OPENING PRAYER: Father, help me to follow Christ to the very end. (Scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 14 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN)
PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: Teacher should allow the Assistant Teacher to review the previous week’s lesson.
MEMORY VERSE: “Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 11:1 (scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 14 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN)
BIBLE PASSAGE: Luke 5:1-11 (RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 14 October 2018)
1 And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret,
2 And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.
3 And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon’s, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down, and taught the people out of the ship.
4 Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught.
5 And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.
6 And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.
7 And they beckoned unto their partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink.
8 When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.
9 For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken:
10 And so was also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men.
11 And when they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, and followed him.
LESSON INTRODUCTION: A true Christian (not one by name only) is expected to be a disciple of Christ. However, not all Christians are willing or ready to make the commitments of a disciple. John 6:36; Matthew 19:21-22. We, therefore, need to examine who a Christian disciple should be and how to become one.
TEACHER’S DIARY
LESSON AIM: To study the meaning and the requirements to become a Christian disciple.
TEACHING OBJECTIVES: Through the lesson, students should be able to:
(i) Discover who a Christian disciple is.
(ii) Understand how to become a Christian disciple.
TEACHING PLAN: To achieve the above-stated objectives, teachers should:
(i) Allow the students to pray the opening prayer, recite the memory verse, do the class activities and participate in the lesson through contributions and do the assignment.
(ii) Allow Assistant teacher to review the previous week’s lesson, conduct the class, grade the student’s performance, mark the attendance and assignment and take the closing prayer.
(iii) Teach the lesson outlines, administer the two (2) class activities, summarize, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.
TEXT REVIEW: LUKE 5:1-11 “MARK OF TRUE DISCIPLE”.
A few lessons can be learnt from the life of Simon Peter and his co-fishermen:
(i) Peter was very committed to his fishing profession to the extent that he labored night and day for a catch. Luke 5:5; 5:1-2. A true disciple is to be committed.
(ii) Peter and his fellows were washing their nets even when they had caught nothing. Luke 5:2. This is in preparation for another escapade. A true disciple must be prepared always for the next assignment from the master.
(iii) Although Jesus chose one ship which happened to be Simon’s, Simon demonstrated submission by rowing the ship from the land to the sea which served as Jesus pulpit. Luke 5:3. A true disciple must submit to the choice/will of the master.
(iv) Simon distinguished himself by his unique obedience and faith in the face of doubt. He said, “although “WE” had caught nothing, nevertheless at your word “I” will let down the net”. Luke 5:5. A true disciple must be a person of faith and be ready to obey always.
(v) Simon was very grateful to God for the wonder which the Lord has just performed. He considered himself unworthy (sinner) to receive such benevolence from the Lord Jesus. He, therefore, fell down at Jesus knees which symbolizes worship or gratitude. Luke 5:8. A true disciple must be a worshipper.
(vi) Simon and his co-fishermen demonstrated unity of purpose by coming together to help their colleague to harvest his great catch. Luke 5:7. Unity to win the race through collaborative efforts of others is a must fora true disciple.
(vii) Simon sacrificed his great multitude of fish to follow Christ. Luke 5:6,11. A Christian disciple must sacrifice all for the Lord.
This story teaches us: commitment, preparedness, submission, obedience, appreciation, unity and sacrifice “CPSOAUS” as mark of true Christian disciple.
TEACHING METHOD: Teacher to use lecture method.
TIME MANAGEMENT: Teacher to use two (2) lesson outlines time.
LESSON OUTLINE 1: WHO IS A DISCIPLE?
(i) Teacher to test the knowledge of the students on the meaning of the term ‘disciple’ by asking students to define it.
(ii)Teacher could receive such responses as ‘students’ or ‘learner’ or other responses.
(iii) Teacher should explain a disciple as:
(a) A close follower of another person or master.
(b) A person who adheres strictly to the teaching of the master
(c) A person who applies the teaching of his master and spreads such teaching to others.
(iv) Teacher should explain a Christian disciple as:
(a) A fellow called by the lord Jesus and who follows him. Matthew 9:9; Luke 5:19,11.
(b) Discipleship is a process by which the called begins to grow in Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.
(c) It is the developmental process in which a person who was called to be a disciple forsakes ail, deny self and follows Christ. Mark 8:34-35.
(d) It is becoming like Christ. Philippians 3:10-11.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1: What are the differences between a Christian Disciple and a social media follower?
LESSON OUTLINE 2: HOW TO BECOME A CHRISTIAN DISCIPLE Teacher should explain how to become a Christian Disciple with the following points:
(I) Personal decision to follow Christ Luke 9:23, 14:26-27.
(ii) Put Jesus first in all things, put self last. Mark 8:34-38.
(iii) Follow and obey the teachings of the Lord Jesus. John 8:31- 32; 14:15; 15:15.
(iv) Prepare to live a committed and sacrificial life. Luke 14:33; Phil. 3:6-8; Matt. 16:24. (v) Be ready to abide in Christ and bear the fruit of the Holy Spirit. Gal. 5:22-23. (vi) Be prepared at all times to share the good news and teachings about Jesus to all people. Matt. 28:18-20.
CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Why do some people stop following Jesus after a while?
SUMMARY: To be a true disciple of Jesus, you must prepare to follow him totally.
CONCLUSION: Do not follow Jesus from afar, strive to be a close follower.
EVALUATION: How can a fellow become a disciple of Jesus?
CLOSING PRAYER: Father, don’t let me turn my back to you.
ASSIGNMENT: Find out the Bible passage(s) which support the following characteristics of a true Christian disciple from the Bible passage for today’s lesson.
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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 14 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN
1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
O how I love Thee well,
I am happy, it makes me glad
To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day, Thy friendship suits me well,
Both young and old will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?
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RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 7 October 2018 Lesson Six
by dailyd | Oct 6, 2018 | RCCG Teacher M
TOPIC: Be Holy
OPENING PRAYER: Father, help me to be holy in all manner of conversation. (Scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 7 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN)
PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: Teacher should allow two (2) students to review the two (2) lesson outlines for the previous week.
MEMORY VERSE: “But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation;” – 1 Peter 1:15 (scroll down for RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 7 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN)
BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalms 15:1-5 (RCCG Sunday School TEACHER’s Manual 7 October 2018)
1 (A Psalm of David.) LORD, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill?
2 He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.
3 He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour.
4 In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoureth them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not.
5 He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He that doeth these things shall never be moved.
INTRODUCTION: The journey to holiness begins with a total submission to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and the leading of the Holy Spirit. God is holy and cannot condone sin. Isaiah 59:2 because everything about him is holy. 1 Peter 1:16. Hence, believers are commanded to live holy in order to be like God. Matthew 5:48. To fulfill this mandate, believers must understand the reasons for holy living and the benefits that accompany it.
LESSON AIM: To study the reasons and benefits of Holiness to believers.
TEACHING OBJECTIVES: Through the lesson, students should be able to:
(i) Understand why believers must be holy.
(ii) Discover the benefits of holiness.
TEACHING PLAN: To achieve the above-stated objectives, teachers should allow:
(i) Students to take the opening prayer, recite the memory verse, contribute and participate in the teaching, do class activities and assignment.
(ii) Assistant teacher to conduct the class, mark attendance, grade performance and mark the assignment.
(iii)Teach outlines, administer class activities, summarize, conclude, evaluate and give assignment.
TEXT REVIEW: PSALMS 15:1-5 “HOLINESS OR NOTHING”
The Psalmist enumerated the requirements to enjoy constant fellowship with the Lord. The two (2) key words in verse 1, “abide” and “dwell” suggest intimate relationship and fellowship with God. Who is this person that would satisfy the conditions? The Amplified Bible version would be consulted as witness.
(i) He/she must be blameless (uprightly). Verse 2.
(ii) He/she must do justice and speak and think truth from the heart. Verse 2.
(iii) He/she must not slander. Verse 3.
(iv) He/she must not do evil to friend or reproach neighbor. Verse 3.
(v) He/she does not honour morally low or despicable person. Verse 4
(vi) He/she honours those who reverence and worship God. Verse 4.
(vii) What so ever he says, he is bound by it. Verse 4.
(viii) He/she does not put out his money for interest. Verse 5.
(ix) He/she does not take bribe against innocent. Verse 5.
Judging from the above requirements, you can determine those who are qualified to be truly called holy person and who deserve honour. But the truth is that whatever separates a believer from being holy has taken away the person from divine presence and riches. What is left for such believer is nothing. Jesus said, “… for
TEACHING METHOD: Teacher should use lecture teaching method.
TIME MANAGEMENT: Teacher to apply time allocation for two (2) lesson outlines.
LESSON OUTLINE 1: WHY BELIEVERS MUST BE HOLY?
Teacher should explain to students, reasons why believers must be holy.
(i) God is holy. Leviticus 20:26.
(ii) God commands believers to be holy and perfect Genesis 17:1; Ephesians 1:4.
(iii) God only uses holy vessels to reach to sinners. 2 Timothy 2:21.
(iv) Holiness is a necessity to do exploits and do greater works. John 14:12. (v) Holiness is the crucial requirement to fellowship with God (God does not fellowship with sinners). 1 John 1:3-7.
(vi) Holiness is divine qualification to see God. Hebrews 12:14.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should mention enemies of holiness and suggest how to deal with them.
LESSON OUTLINE 2: BENEFITS OF HOLINESS
Teacher should identify and explain some of the benefits of holiness as indicated below:
(I) Opportunity to receive classified information from God. Genesis 18:17; Amos 3:7; Psalms 25:14
(ii) Holy believers enjoy divine protection and defense. Proverbs 16:7.
(iii) Holy believers have peace because God made their enemies to be at peace with them. Proverbs 16:7.
(iv) Holy believers enjoy divine blessings and long life. Deuteronomy 28:1; Proverbs 3:1-2; 4:10.
(v) Holy believers enjoy divine presence of God here on earth and in the eternity. Psalms 24:3-5.
(vi) God answers the prayers of holy believers. Luke 1:13; Psalms 34:15,17. (vii) The future of holy believers is secured. Isaiah 3:10; Jeremiah 29:11.
(viii) Holy believers enjoy divine health and supernatural prosperity. Exodus 15:26; Psalms 92:12.
(ix) Holy believers enjoy victory. Deuteronomy 28:7. (x) Holy believers receive supernatural anointing to promotion, success, etc. Hebrew 1:9.
CLASS ACTIVITY 2: What are the basic requirements for holiness?
SUMMARY: You must be holy because God is holy.
CONCLUSION: Living holy must be the yearning of every true believer. Matthew 5:6. Always strive to live holy.
EVALUATION: What are the benefits of holiness to believers?
CLOSING PRAYER: Let me be holy until l meet you in glory.
ASSIGNMENT: Mention ten (10) consequences of lack of holiness to unholy people. 2 marks for each pair of related point.
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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL 7 OCTOBER 2018 HYMN
1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
O how I love Thee well,
I am happy, it makes me glad
To rejoice at Thy birth.
2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day, Thy friendship suits me well,
Both young and old will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School.
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?
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