RCCG JUNIOR ZEAL FOR 2022/2023 – AGE 9-12 TEACHER’S MANUAL – SUNDAY 14TH OF MAY, 2023 – LESSON THIRTY SEVEN (37) – TOPIC: GRIEVING THE HOLY SPIRIT
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RCCG JUNIOR ZEAL FOR 2022/2023
AGE 9-12 TEACHER’S MANUAL
SUNDAY 14TH OF MAY, 2023
LESSON THIRTY SEVEN (37)
TOPIC: GRIEVING THE HOLY SPIRIT
TEXT: Acts 5:1-11
[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.
MEMORY VERSE: Ephesians 4:30 And grieve not the Holy Spirit of God, whereas ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.
LESSON AIM: To let the children to know that the way they live their lives can actually grieve the Holy Spirit
CENTRAL TRUTH: Do not grieve the Holy Spirit
INTRODUCTION; There was a very wealthy man who cares for people. He uses his wealth to provide security, Social amenities, and all for the members of the community but yet some people in the community insults and misuse the social amenities he provided. What do you think the wealthy man should do? (AIlow them
to contribute). Your guess is as good as mine. As we dip deep into the studies, we trust the Holy Spirit to guide us in Jesus’ name.
STUDY GUIDE
A. MEANING OF GRIEVE
To grieve means to make sad or sorrowful. It means to cause sorrow, pain, or
distress.
- What does it mean to grieve the holy spirit:
i. To grieve the Spirit is to act out ina sinful manner, whether it is in thought or in deed.
ii. It hinders a godly lifestyle, when one follows his or her own worldly desires. - Does the holy spirit have feelings? (Allow for response) YES
It is important for us to understand the person of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit according to Scripture is not only God, but He has a will, a personality, and can even be offended. Eph 4:29-32, Num 11:1
B. HOW CAN WE GRIEVE THE HOLY SPIRIT?
1) Greed and laziness. Acts 5:9, Eph 4:28
2) What we do ,think and what goes on in our heart. Eph 4:30-31; Gen. 6:5-6
3) Deception, Acts 12:20-23;
4) Bitterness, wrath an Anger. Heb 12:15, Eph 4:29-32.
5) Fighting
6) slander. (gossip)
7) Lying.
8) Unforgiveness.
9) Drunkenness. 2 Corinth 11:21, Romans 14:13
10) Hardened heart. Heb 3:7-11
C. CONSEQUENCES OF GRIEVING THE HOLY SPIRIT?
- You will lose all sense of the Holy Spirit’s presence.
- You will lose your joy.
- You will lose all power.
- You will lack insight When you read the Scriptures.
- Your usefulness will cease: your ministry will yield no fruit.
D. IN WHAT WAYS CAN WE MAKE THE HOLY SPIRIT HAPPY?
- You must be born again and united with Christ (Ephesians 4:3-6, Romans 6:23.
- When life tosses you, you must not waver. You must stand firm in Christ.
- You must speak the truth always, especially if you are under the influence or pressure to lie. Stop telling lies!
- You must be selfless and put the interests of others before yours. This gladdens the Spirit of God.
- You must walk in the Light (Christ), forsaking all forms of darkness from your mind.
- You must forsake your old ways, bad habits and ungodly characters and begin anew Christ like life. Eph 4:22-24
- You must get rid of anger, bitterness, rage, harsh words and slander to make the Holy Spirit happy. Eph 4:29-32
- When words that come out of your mouth they must be soothing to the hearer. Your words must no more be abusive, vile, vulgar, foul or offensive but good, helpful and encouraging to others.
- You must be kindhearted and forgiving anyone who offends you.
- You must be the doer of the Word of God and apply it in your daily life.
CONCLUSION: The way we live our lives can grieve the Holy Spirit or make Him happy. When we constantly live in sin, we push Him away from us but when we live in holiness and righteousness, we draw closer to Him.
LIFE APPLICATION; When we cooperate with the Holy Spirit, He will cooperate with us, follow us every where we go. He will lead us, teach us, cover us, advocate for comfort us, walk with us, direct us and guide us to inherit the Kingdom of God, but we cannot have access to Him except we have Christ in us.
May the Lord prevent us from grieving his Spirit, May we be earnest, zealous, truthful, united, and holy, so that we may retain this heavenly guest who will leave us if we grieve him.
INVITATION: The Holy spirit transform heart, renew mind, and change how you live. Your job is to ask for His presence, keep seeking His love, and stay focused on building your relationship with Him so that you will not grieve Him. Accept Him now and your life will never remain the same.
DAILY DEVOTION
SUNDAY 1 CORINTHIANS 6:19-20
MONDAY 1 CORINTHIANS 7:1-5
TUESDAY1 CORINTHIANS 7:6-9
WEDNESDAY 1 CORINTHIANS 7:10-15
THURSDAY 1 CORINTHIANS 7:16-18
FRIDAY 1 CORINTHIANS 7:19-22
SATURDAY 1 CORINTHIANS 7:23-28
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