RCCG YAYA SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT’S MANUAL 23 FEBRUARY 2025

LESSON TWENTY SIX(26)
TOPIC: QUARTERLY REVIEW
SUMMARY OF LESSONS 14-25
LESSON FOURTEEN (14)
TOPIC: ANGER MANAGEMENT
BIBLE PASSAGE: Ephesians 4:26-27 (NKJV)
MEMORY VERSE:.“Do not hasten in your spirit to be angry, For anger rests in the bosom of fools.” Ecclesiastes 7:9 (NKJV).
INTRODUCTION: Anger is a negative emotion characterised by bitterness towards someone or something especially when there is a perceived wrong. It often ignites powerful, restless, aggressive feelings and behaviours. The feeling of anger arises due to how we interpret or react to certain situations. Anger is termed ‘temporary madness’ because it takes over the mind and body and removes the ability to reason with no respect for dignity and friendship. Anger Management is gaining control over our emotions and the ability to regulate rage. We can be angry but it must be managed and not degenerate into sin (Psalm 37:8; Ephesians 4:26-27).
OUTLINES:
1. ANGER TRIGGERS AND EFFECTS
2. SUBDUING ANGER
1. ANGER TRIGGERS AND ITS EFFECTS
A. The teacher should explain the following causes of anger to the class:
i. As humans, we have triggers that make us angry and this could be, from trivial to serious concerns (Leviticus 10:16-17).
ii. Anger issues also stem from a strong feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance (Numbers 22:27).
B. Other causes of anger include:
i. Hatred/frustration (Jonah 3:10-4:1).
ii. Lack of rule over one’s spirit (Proverbs 25:28).
iii. Hasty judgements (2 Samuel 12:5-7).
iv. Quick temper (Proverbs 14:17).
v. Acting foolishly (2 Chronicles 16:8-10).
vi. Transferred aggression (Daniel 2:11-12).
vii. Unjustifiable reasons (Matthew 5:22).
C. Anger is dangerous because it:
i. Can result in murder and alter destinies (Genesis 49:6-7).
ii. Stirs up strife (Proverbs 29:22).
iii. Ruins/halts good relationships (Proverbs 22:24-25).
iv. Makes one do irrational things (Exodus 32:19).
v. Brings low (1 Samuel 17:28-30).
vi. Makes one say what should not be said (1 Samuel 20:30).
CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Was there any time you were angry and did or said what you later regretted? Share your experience with the class.
2. SUBDUING ANGER
A. The teacher should highlight the following ways of subduing anger:
i. To manage anger, every believer must develop the ability to control his/her temperament (particularly in stressful situations) with the help of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23).
ii. We must show proper behaviour and/or disagree appropriately without losing control of our emotions (Ephesians 4:26).
iii. Self-control is a good regulator of anger (Galatians 5:23).
iv. We must consciously put anger far away from us (Ephesians 4:31).
v. Anger is a vice we must cease from (Psalm 37:8).
vi. It must be deliberately put off (Colossians 3:8).
B. We must also employ strategies such as
i. Being slow to speak (James 1:19).
ii. Providing a soft and gentle answer (Proverbs 15:1).
iii. Being discreet (Proverbs 19:11).
iv. Walking away from an angry person/scene (Proverbs 26:4).
v. Talking to oneself ‘’why am I angry’’ (1 Corinthians 9:27).
vi. Looking inwards with divine assistance for unresolved issues which trigger anger (Psalm 139:23-24).
vii. Staying calm (Proverbs 14:29).
viii. Learn to be quiet (Proverbs 13:3).
ix. Attend to issues with knowledge (Proverbs 17:27; 13:16).
x. Not allowing anger to run for days depicts maturity.
C. If you lose your temper at the slightest provocation, you must acknowledge that you have anger issues and deal with them decisively.
D. See a therapist if need be and ask God for help.
CLASS ACTIVITY 2: What practical steps have you ever taken to conquer anger? Share with the class.
CONCLUSION: God has given us the Spirit of self-control (Galatians 5:23a), so, our anger can be managed when we work at it and ask God for help. Control anger before it ruins you.
LESSON FIFTEEN (15)
TOPIC: KARPOS PNEUMA
BIBLE PASSAGE: Galatians 5:22-23 NKJV
MEMORY VERSE: “If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.” Galatians 5:25 (NKJV).
INTRODUCTION: The Holy Spirit is the third person in the Godhead who came to live with believers in Christ after the ascension of Jesus (John 14:16-17). The Holy Spirit filled the followers of Jesus first, on the day called Pentecost (Acts 2:2-4). The day of Pentecost marked the beginning of the dispensation of the Holy Spirit. The essence of the infilling is for character reformation (inward expression) and power demonstration (outward expression) in the followers of Jesus Christ. The inward expression of the Holy Spirit is called The Fruit of the Holy Spirit known as “Karpos Pneuma” in Greek language. It is the result of the Holy Spirit acting through the new creature after the new birth.
OUTLINES:
1. COMPONENTS OF THE FRUIT
2. HOW TO BEAR THE FRUIT
1. COMPONENTS OF THE FRUIT
Every fruit has its purpose as well as its components. The scripture records different components that sum up the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:21-23 as follows:
i. Love: It is the divine nature of God (1 John 4:8). It is proof that we are children of God (1John 4:7). Hence, every believer in Christ must live daily in this love towards God, himself and his neighbours (Matthew 22:37-40).
ii. Joy: It is the inner comfort in the face of challenges, and contentment in times of scarcity. It gives inner strength in times of weakness (Nehemiah 8:10). Joy is from the Lord and it is related to gladness and rejoicing in the Holy Spirit (Philippians 4:4).
iii. Peace: This is the peace of God that completely satisfies (Colossians 3:15).
iv. Longsuffering: Bearing long with others without murmuring (2 Corinthians 6:4-6).
v. Gentleness: To be kind, cool-tempered, cultured and refined in character and conduct (2 Timothy 2:24-26).
vi. Goodness: This grace makes believers do good works-(Ephesians 5:9).
vii. Faith: This is the principle of total confidence in God and all that He says (Hebrews 11:6).
viii. Meekness: The grace to suffer injuries without feeling a spirit of revenge (2 Timothy 2:25).
ix. Temperance: Self-control, a moderation in appetites, passion and almost everything (Proverbs 23:1-3; Daniel 1:8; Philippians 4:5).
CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Which of the components of the fruit of the Spirit are you struggling to bear?
2. HOW TO BEAR THE FRUIT
God promised us the release of His Spirit upon all flesh (Joel 2:28-29). To bear the fruit of the Spirit, we must:
i. Be dead to the world and its lust (John 12:24).
ii. Purge ourselves of all worldly contaminations (Psalm 79:9; 2 Timothy 2:21).
iii. Abide in Christ (John 15:4).
iv. Allow the leading of the Spirit (Romans 8:14; Galatians 5:18).
v. Walk in the Spirit (Galatians 5:16).
vi. Cleanse ourselves by the word of God always (Psalm 119:9; John 17:17; Ephesians 5:26).
CLASS ACTIVITY 2: What practical steps are you taking to ensure you bear the fruit of the Spirit? Share with the class.
CONCLUSION: Since a tree is known by its fruit, the believer is equally known by the fruit of the Holy Spirit he/she bears (Matthew 12:33).
LESSON SIXTEEN (16)
TOPIC: GAMBLING
BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Timothy 6:6-11
MEMORY VERSE: “Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5 (NKJV).
INTRODUCTION: To gamble means to risk something of value on an outcome that depends on chance. Other related activities to gambling are betting, lotto/lottery, gaming, casinos, ‘money doubling’, and ‘get rich quick’ programmes, among others. Although some people often equate lot casting in the Bible with gambling, they are not the same. The scriptures do not specifically mention gambling or betting, rather, it warns us to stay away from the love of money (1Timothy 6:10; Hebrews 13:5). The Bible also encourages us to stay away from attempts to “get rich quick” (Proverbs 13:11; 23:5). Gambling most definitely is focused on the love of money and undeniably tempts people with the promise of quick and easy riches. Jesus warns us against letting riches get in the way of our spiritual growth (Mark 4:19; 10:25).
OUTLINES:
1. Gambling Versus Lot Casting
2. Fate Of And Counsel To Gamblers
1. GAMBLING VERSUS LOT CASTING
The teacher should allow the class to differentiate between gambling and lot casting (like voting). Then, provide these under-listed details:
A. The difference: Gambling and lot casting involve the concept of chance. However, lot casting in the Bible was used for religious or divine leading (John 19:24; Acts 1:26) whereas gambling is related to the games of chance for entertainment and possible monetary or material gains (Judges 14:12-13).
B. The instances of lot casting mentioned in several portions of the Bible are not synonymous with the testing of luck or gaining material wealth. Rather,
i. They have to do with random selection, seeking divine direction, and making a decision.
ii. It was often employed to determine God’s will (Proverbs 16:33) or make choices, such as the selection of leaders (Acts 1:26), division of lands (Joshua 18:10), or atonement (Leviticus 16:8-9).
CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Have you taken part in lot casting before? Share your experience.
2. FATE OF AND COUNSEL TO GAMBLERS
The teacher should emphasise the following to the class:
A. The love of money makes people test their luck with numbers with the hope of making a lot of money without sweat. But,
i. Such hopes are mostly empty (Ecclesiastes 5:10).
ii. Those who are desperate and covetous of getting rich quickly end up being deceived, ensnared, and destroyed (1 Timothy 6:9; Proverbs 1:32).
iii. Proceeds from gambling/lottery/betting do not last (Proverbs 13:11).
iv. Those who engage in get-rich-quick schemes stand the risk of losing everything (Proverbs 23:5).
v. Studies show that many lottery winners ended up in worse financial situations after the jackpot (1 Timothy 6:10).
B. God wants His people to prosper (Psalm 35:27; 3 John 2) and to earn their money honestly through hard work (2 Thessalonians 3:10; Proverbs 10:4). Therefore,
i. Believers must choose between serving God or money (Luke 16:13).
ii. Money should not be wasted or gambled away; save for the future and give generously to the needy and the Lord’s work (Proverbs 19:17; Exodus 35:5).
iii. Money and material wealth should not be the primary pursuit of a believer, rather, it should be the kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33).
C. Seeking a professional counsellor or an accountability partner will help an addicted gambler (Proverbs 24:6).
D. It is important for anyone struggling with gambling to cry to God for deliverance (Psalm 71:2; John 6:37).
CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Do you know an ardent gambler around you, what can you see in their lives?
CONCLUSION: Do not gamble your money, materials, and life. Be content with what you have, work hard, and believe in God for increase.
LESSON SEVENTEEN (17)
TOPIC: SEXUAL VICES
BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Corinthians 6:16-20 NKJV
MEMORY VERSE: “Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own?” 1 Corinthians 6:19 (NKJV).
INTRODUCTION: The fact that God created humanity as “male and female” reveals that we are created as sexual beings (Genesis 1:27). Sex is a channel to fulfilling God’s command to “be fruitful and multiply” (Genesis 1:28). Sex was designed to consummate the lifetime union between a man and woman (Genesis 4:1). However, sex has been misused and abused (Romans 1:24, 26-27) in the world because of sin (Romans 3:23). It must be clearly stated that purity is a reflection of God’s character. Hence, sexual purity is a treasure to be guarded and valued.
OUTLINES:
1. THE FORMS
2. CONSEQUENCES AND WAY OUT
1. THE FORMS
The teacher should ask the class to mention other forms of sexual immorality known to them apart from fornication and adultery. Then the teacher should discuss the outline as follows:
A. Apart from adultery which is voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone other than his or her spouse (Exodus 20:14) and fornication – sexual sins between unmarried people, the world has also invented so many sexual acts or practices contrary to God’s intended purpose.
B. Here are some of the sexual perversions that believers must guard against:
1. Homosexuality: Sexual acts between people of the same gender. A man having sex with another man is gay while a woman and woman sexual relationship is termed lesbianism (Leviticus 18:22; Romans 1:26-27). This abominable act led to the destruction of the people of Sodom (Genesis 19:4-5, 12-13).
2. Incest: Sexual activities between family members (Leviticus 18:7-18).
3. Paedophilia: Perverted sexual attraction towards children.
4. Bestiality: Having sexual relations with an animal (Leviticus 18:23).
5. Rape: Forceful sexual intercourse with an unwilling partner (2 Samuel 13:14).
6. Pornography: The explicit literary or visual depiction of sexual subject matter with lustful intent; a display of materials of an erotic nature e.g. videos, pictures, graphics, or writings designed to provoke sexual lust.
7. Masturbation and use of sex toys.
8. Cyber/Phone-sex: Sex-oriented messages or conversations over the Internet or the use of phones to have improper sexual conversations or to listen to explicit erotic messages for sexual perversion. It also involves fantasizing about immoral and impure sexual activities (Philippians 4:8).
CLASS ACTIVITY 1:.The class should discuss how parents can protect their children from the sexual vices above.
2. CONSEQUENCES AND WAY OUT
The class should discuss the possible consequences of sexual vices on the victim and perpetrator. Then, the teacher should discuss the following points:
A. Consequences: Failure to repent from sexual vices can lead to:
i. Addiction (2 Peter 2:19; 1 Corinthians 6:12).
ii. Destruction of destinies (Proverbs 6:25-28; Genesis 49:3-4).
iii. Strange illnesses and diseases (STIs and STDs) can be contracted.
iv. The body can be defiled and the fulfilment of God’s purposes hindered (1 Corinthians 6:15-16).
v. It takes away the spiritual covering and brings God’s wrath (1 Corinthians 10:8; Numbers 25:1-11).
vi. Guilt and self-condemnation set in (Psalm 51:3).
vii. Sexual sin can destroy marriages and families (Matthew 19:9).
B. To overcome sexual vices, you must take the following steps:
i. Confess your sins to God (1 John 1:9) and ask Him to cleanse, renew and transform your mind (Romans 12:2)
ii. Get rid of all triggers. Avoid being alone or being in a dark and lonely place with the opposite sex.
iii. Speak out about your struggles and see a good and godly counsellor (Proverbs 11:14).
iv. Study, meditate, and confess God’s word. Fast and pray often (Psalm 119:9-11).
v. Practice self-control with the help of the Holy Spirit (Genesis 39:7-9; Galatians 5:16).
CLASS ACTIVITY 2: The class should suggest ways to stay clean from sexual vices.
CONCLUSION: Sexual vices are destructive. Flee to avoid God’s wrath (1 Corinthians 3:17; 2Corinthians 5:10).
LESSON EIGHTEEN (18)
TOPIC: THE “WORLD SYSTEM”
BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 John 2:15-17(NKJV)
MEMORY VERSE: “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” 1 John 2:15 (NKJV).
INTRODUCTION: A Christian is a person who has accepted the Lord Jesus as his Lord and personal Saviour and is living a holy life with the ultimate goal of making it to Heaven (1 Peter 1:3-4). However, there are three terrible enemies- “the world system,” “the flesh,” and “the devil” – contending with the believer daily, to make the Christian journey difficult and impossible (Acts 20:29-30). In this study, we shall consider the enemy called “the world system.”
OUTLINES:
1. SATAN’S “WORLD SYSTEM”
2. GOD HAS A “NEW WORLD”
1. SATAN’S “WORLD SYSTEM”
A. The Bible uses the word “world” in three ways.
i. First, it can refer to the earth, which God created (Genesis 1:1; Acts 17:24).
ii. Second, the “world” can refer to people, as in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world…”
iii. The third use is found in 1 John 2:15, where the believer is warned not to love the world or the things in the world. “The world” in this passage refers to the “operating system of the world” – which is satanic.
B. Since the fall of Adam and Eve, Satan has not changed the mode of operation in the world (Genesis 3:11-13):
i. He has been consistent at deceiving; manipulating and dominating those who refuse to completely yield themselves to God (Romans 6:13, 16).
ii. The “software” Satan designed to turn man against his Maker is still working in the world (Ephesians 2:2-3; 2 Corinthians 4:4).
C. Satan controls his evil ‘world system’ and uses the attractive things of his world to deceive and destroy people (Matthew 4:8-9; 1 Peter 5:8).
i. Satan’s “world system” comprises money, materialism, cultism, addictions, lust, selfishness, greed, pride, etc.
ii. Also, Satan uses filthy and worldly music, adulterated TV reality shows, sexy movies and indecent dressing to entice innocent souls by flooding their minds with wrong thoughts and getting them involved in unspeakable vices.
iii. He convinces people to rebel against higher authorities (Jude 😎.
iv. This is what Apostle John summarises in 1 John 2:16 “For all that is in the world–the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life–is not of the Father but is of the world.” There is nothing good or godly in these things.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Mention other tools of the ’world system’.
2. GOD HAS A “NEW WORLD”
A. Satan’s ‘world system’ hates God, it hates God’s Son-Jesus Christ, and it hates God’s people. Hence:
i. The Bible clearly warns against friendship with the world (James 4:4).
ii. God will one day destroy Satan’s ‘world system’ (2 Peter 3:10).
B. This world has been ruined by sin, but God has a “new world” for those who love Him.
i. It is called “the kingdom of God.”
ii. The Lord Jesus is the King and Ruler of God’s new world (Isaiah 9:6; 1 Corinthians 15:25).
C. When we surrender our lives to the Lord Jesus to be our Lord and Saviour:
i. God takes us out of Satan’s kingdom of darkness and puts us into “the kingdom of His dear Son.”
ii. We are no longer in Satan’s ‘world system’ (Galatians 1:4; Colossians 1:12-14).
CLASS ACTIVITY 2:.What can believers do to avoid the world system since they are still in the world?
CONCLUSION: Satan’s world system may seem very beautiful and attractive but it is a path to destruction (Proverbs 14:12). Choose to be on God’s side.
LESSON NINETEEN (19)
TOPIC: THE ESSENCE OF PRAISE
BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalms 67:3-7 NKJV
MEMORY VERSE:.“I will praise You, O Lord my God, with all my heart, And I will glorify Your name forevermore.” Psalm 86:12 (NKJV).
INTRODUCTION: In our day-to-day dealings with ourselves, appreciation and praise are considered important especially when we receive help from anyone. This show of appreciation usually acts as an impetus to receiving similar help in the future. As Christians, we know that God loves us more than our earthly fathers. To reciprocate this love, we should praise God no matter the circumstances. One principle a Christian should learn is how to develop the habit of praising God (Psalm 34:1).
OUTLINES:
1. REASONS FOR PRAISING GOD
2. ACCEPTABLE PRAISE
1. REASONS FOR PRAISING GOD
Question 1: Why should we praise God?
Answer: The attributes of God are sufficient reasons for us to praise Him. That is one reason the angels praise God continuously (Isaiah 6:3). God’s holiness is linked with His glory (Exodus 15:11). We should praise God for:
i. His goodness and His wonderful works (Psalm 107:8).
ii. His righteousness (Psalm 7:17).
iii. His jealousy and sovereignty over all things (Exodus 34:14).
iv. He is the only God that should be worshipped (Exodus 20:3-4).
Question 2: Give other reasons for praising God.
Answer:
i. We must praise God if we wa