RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER’S MANUAL Y.A.Y.A. EDITION LESSON: THIRTY-TWO DATE: SUNDAY APRIL 7TH 2024 | HEALTH CARE
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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER’S MANUAL
Y.A.Y.A. EDITION
LESSON: THIRTY-TWO
DATE: SUNDAY APRIL 7TH 2024
TOPIC: HEALTH CARE
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 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?
OPENING PRAYER
Father, I receive a sound mind and perfect health in Jesus name
MEMORY VERSE: “When Jesus heard that, He said to them, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick”. – Matthew 9:12(NKJV)
BIBLE PASSAGE: LUKE 10:30-35
[30]Then Jesus answered and said: “A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, who stripped him of his clothing, wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead.
[31]Now by chance a certain priest came down that road. And when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.
[32]Likewise a Levite, when he arrived at the place, came and looked, and passed by on the other side.
[33]But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was. And when he saw him, he had compassion.
[34]So he went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine; and he set him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him.
[35]On the next day, when he departed, he took out two denarii, gave them to the innkeeper, and said to him, ‘Take care of him; and whatever more you spend, when I come again, I will repay you.’
INTRODUCTION
Health care is the mentainance or improvement of health via the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease, illness, injury, and other physical/mental impairments in human beings. The Bible is definitely pro-health and encourages us to take care of ourselves when we are sick. Proper attention should be given to any ailing part of our bodies (Isaiah 1:5-6). The goal is to keep the body fit as much as possible in order to fulfill the purpose of living, serving and glorifying the Lord (Isaiah 38:19).
TEXT REVIEW: LUKE 10:30-35
According to Jesus teaching in the above scripture
A. A man fall among thieves, stripped, wounded, and left half dead
B. He was however, rescued by …….
C. Certain items were applied to the wound which include:
i. …….
Ii. ………
iii. ……..
D. He was placed on an animal which represents ……….. In our current day
E. He was taken to an inn which possibly represents
F. Jesus also taught that…….. was paid by the stranger
LESSON OUTLINES
- BIBLICAL INSTANCES
- THE RIGHT APPROACH
BIBLICAL INSTANCES
A. Seeking medical attention should not be viewed as demonic, lack of faith or carnal.
B. There are scriptural prescriptions as well as contemporary medical interventions that do not just bring about quick relief but also save lives (Isaiah 38:21) ultimately, God heals (Exodus 15:26).
C. The Bible mentions various medical processes/treatment for instance,
- People applied bandage and ointment to wounds (Isaiah 1:6);
- Oil and wine were use as healing agents (James 5:14; Luke 10:34; 1Timothy 5:23);
- Balm was also applied on sick people (Jeremiah 8:22).
D. This also implies that medical technological advancement, modern surgery, therapies or pharmaceuticals are not unbiblical. E. The gap line lies in the fact that when the Bible was written, those treatments had not yet been invented (Daniel 12:4; Isaiah 33:6)
CLASS ACTIVITY 1
Students should state at least one reason why some believers reject medical assistant
THE RIGHT APPROACH
A. There are several provisions at our disposal to improve or correct our health.
- Preventive healthy habits such as eating and sleeping well, drinking enough water, and doing regular exercises will steadily improved anyone’s health.
- Christians should not hesitate to visit or consult with the appropriate medical practitioners when the need arises (Proverbs 11:14).
- Maternal health care is essential for pregnant women, immunization of children against strange diseases/epidemic should not be taken for granted. It is also good to participate in healthcare insurance plans.
B. We should however avoid patronizing Quacks, magicians, or witchdoctors (Leviticus 19:31; Deuteronomy 18:10).
C. Our alternate faith and trust should be in God and not a medical expert or medicine (Mark 5:25-26). D. All medical processes/treatments should be committed unto God before during and after. Physicians cares, and God heals (Psalm 103:3; 107:20)
CLASS ACTIVITY 2
Students should mention at least one danger of patronizing the quarks
CONCLUSION
If we lack wisdom and let our bodies fall into disrepair, we risk sudden sickness or injury that can take us out of God’s purpose for living. Be intentional about your health.
CLOSING PRAYER
I receive my healing and wholeness from all sicknesses and diseases in Jesus name
ASSIGNMENT
Mention five(5) reasons why it is important for believers to take care of their health (2×5=10 marks)
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