RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 13 November 2022 Lesson 11: The Efficacy Of The Word
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RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 13 November 2022 TOPIC: The Efficacy Of The Word
OPENING PRAYER: Father, teach me what your word can do. (Scroll down for RCCG Sunday School 13 November 2022 HYMN)
PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
Teacher should allow students to review the previous week’s lesson.
MEMORY VERSE: “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” – Hebrews 4:12 (KJV)
BIBLE PASSAGE: John 2:1-5 (King James Version)
1 And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there:
2 And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage.
3 And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine.
4 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.
5 His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.
Also Read:
– RCCG Sunday School Student Manual 13 November 2022 – The Efficacy Of The Word
– RCCG YAYA Sunday School Teacher Manual 13 November 2022 – Listening To God
LESSON INTRODUCTION: God leads his children in definite ways. He loves to speaks in codes or uses signs and symbols, it is important that the recipients of such messages return to ask for the meaning, or else the purpose of the communication is defeated. When the purpose of God’s word is known, it’s accomplishment is inevitable.
TEXT REVIEW: JOHN 2:1-5
A. Jesus was in Galilee:
i. On the third day, there was a marriage at……….v1.
ii. ………………..v2.
B. When they wanted wine, Jesus’ mother said to Him, they have no wine. ………….v3.
C. Jesus says…………v4.
D. His mother………….v5.
LESSON OUTLINES:
- THE WORD IS FOR A PURPOSE
- THE WORD IS SPECIFIC AND TIME-BOUND
1. THE WORD IS FOR A PURPOSE
The word God sends is for a purpose: it is to meet needs. For instance, God sends His word:
i. To heal physically, spiritually, and all-round (Psalm 107:20).
ii. To deliver from trouble, dangers, deaths, etc. (Psalm 107:20).
iii. To set us free from satanic bondages and self-indulgence (John 8:32, 36).
iv. To bless and deal with frustration, failures, etc. (Luke 5:4).
v. To save from sin and it’s consequences (Psalm 119:9, 11).
vi. To direct and show the way (Psalm 119:105).
vii. To comfort and encourage us (Joshua 1:3, 5-6).
viii. To protect us (Psalm 91:11-12; Psalm 105:14-15).
ix. To instruct us (Joshua 1:8; Proverbs 1:10).
x. To correct us (Proverbs 3:11-12; 2Timothy 3:16).
CLASS ACTIVITY 1
The students should mention instances of how the word of God came of God came to them directly while going through a particular phase in life.
2. THE WORD IS SPECIFIC AND TIME-BOUND
1a. God’s word instructs on what to do and how to do it (John 2:5-8).
b. The word of God came in a very specific manner to:
i. Peter (Luke 5:4),
ii. Joshua (Joshua 1:3),
iii. Jonah (Jonah 1:1-2),
iv. The disciples (Mark 16:15).
c. While some obeyed, others dis but with dire consequences (Jonah 1:3,12).
2a. God’s word must accomplish it’s purpose according to his plan (Matthew 5:18).
b. The word sent also states when action is to be taken (Ecclesiastes 3:1-3).
c. The purpose will be defeated if action is not taken at the right time (2Kings 5:9-14).
d. Delay is dangerous (Hebrews 4:7).
e. Jesus following suit and we must also follow in His step (John 9:4).
CLASS ACTIVITY 2
The students should state any personal instruction God gave them and how it was carried out.
SUMMARY
The word of God is powerful and sent to us for a reason therefore believers should take earnest heed to God’s word.
CONCLUSION
The word is all-embracing. It will meet all your needs-physical, spiritual, social, economic, etc. Hearken and it shall be well with you.
CLOSING PRAYER
God, help me to pay more attention to your word all the time.
ASSIGNMENT
Write out five(5) of the numerous challenges of life and one scripture that addresses each of them. E.g. lack -Psalm 23:1 (2×5=10) Marks
RCCG 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 friendship suits me well,
Both young and old 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 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?
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