RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT’S MANUAL LESSON TWENTY-THREE SUNDAY 6TH FEBRUARY 2022 TOPIC: CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS (PART 2)
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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT’S MANUAL
LESSON TWENTY-THREE
SUNDAY 6TH FEBRUARY 2022
TOPIC: CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS (PART 2)
SUNDAY SCHOOL HYMN
- 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. - O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Thy friend friendship suits me well,
Both young and will sing Thy song,
We long for Sunday School. - O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Christ was Thy first teacher,
The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
Does manifest in thee. - O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
This testimony is sure,
That God, the Father Almighty,
Poured His blessing on Thee - O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
Though the sun be so bright,
Or if the clouds be black with rain,
I’ll be in Sunday School. - O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day
I rejoice to see Thee,
Will thou pass over me today?
Without my being blest?
MEMORY VERSE: “The God of Israel said, the rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.” – 2Samuel 23:3.
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BIBLE PASSAGE: 2SAMUEL 23:1-4
1 Now these are the last words of David. Thus says David the son of Jesse; Thus says the man raised up on high, The anointed of the God of Jacob, And the sweet psalmist of Israel:
2 “The Spirit of the Lord spoke by me, And His word was on my tongue.
3 The God of Israel said, The Rock of Israel spoke to me: `He who rules over men must be just, Ruling in the fear of God.
4 And he shall be like the light of the morning when the sun rises, A morning without clouds, Like the tender grass springing out of the earth, By clear shining after rain.
INTRODUCTION
In our previous lesson, we highlighted some misconceptions held by some Christians in some circles. We also examined some of the reasons Christian should be involved in politics from biblical perspective. In today’s lesson, we shall attempt to guide Christians with genuine intentions on how to be practically involved in politics and avoid the pitfalls.
LESSON OUTLINES
- HOW TO BE INVOLVED IN POLITICS
- THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN POLITICS
HOW TO BE INVOLVED IN POLITICS
Christians should note that it is their Civic rights and responsibility under the law (Titus 3:1 1Peter 2:13-14) to vote and be voted for (Deuteronomy 1:13). Therefore every eligible Christian should register with the relevant electoral body in order to participate during elections. In addition, it is important for Christians to be ‘card-carrying’ members of any political party of preference. By so doing, Christians can contest and be voted into elective positions or influence the choice of their representatives for elective position (Exodus 18:21)
To join a political party, you need to get information. Visit the websites of the parties available in your country or the respective party secretariat within your locality. Go through their detailed profiles to know the party’s ideology and manifesto. Fill a party registration form and provide supporting documents/payments as may be required. A membership card will be issued to you as confirmation. Attend party meetings regularly and actively in order to be a voice to be reckoned with.
Christian aspiring for elective leadership position should be sure to have a leading burden or passion to serve the people and solve problems (1Samuel 17:29; 34-37, Nehemiah 2:1-5)
In order to succeed in politics, Christians should read books and attend seminars/conferences on leadership/politics (Proverbs 16:16). It is also important to be mentored by a seasoned Christian political leader (Proverbs 1:5; 11:14).
Christian may also prayerfully join or support an advocacy group (Esther 4:8,13-14) or form a political party with people of like-minds (1Samuel 22:2, Daniel 2:49)
THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN POLITICS
Christians who are into politics or aspiring to hold political posts, should be prayerful and watch out for pitfalls to avoid soiling their garments (1Corinthians 15:33) They should therefore:
- Desist from any thought or act of wickedness. Politics is not a ‘do-or-die’ affair (Proverbs 16:12).
- Avoid prayerlessness (James 5:16b-18; Psalm 91:15; Daniel 6:10) our adversary is not resting, be sober and vigilant (1Peter 5:8)
- Shun all foolishness: get the necessary qualifications or experience (James 1:5, 1Samuel 17:34-37) and act wisely (Matthew 10:16)
- Never dabble into politics without a godly burden or passion (Nehemiah 2:1-5)
- Avoid compromise: stand by Your godly virtues and principles (1Corinthians 10:31)
- Distinguish yourself and do not be hypocritical (1Corinthians 6:17, Romans 12:2)
- Do not be lured into cultism or bad caucus in the name of ‘belonging’, seeking relevance or power outwit others (1Corinthians 15:33)
- by where of the negative influence of political god-fathers (Proverbs 12:5; 25:26).
- Be resolute in the face of persecution and propaganda. (Nehemiah 4:3,6; 6:5-7; Daniel 6:11-14)
- Avoid abuse of power. Do not be tyrannical (2Chronicles 26:16-18)
CONCLUSION
Join a political party today and be a Christian of influence
QUESTION
- Mention ways to be involved in politics.
- List five (5) things to watch out for in politics.
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