This is the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Sunday School Student’s manual for Youths and Young Adults (YAYA).
Today’s Lesson 1 topic is THE IMMANENCE OF GOD.
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RCCG YAYA SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT MANUAL LESSON 1 (6 SEPTEMBER 2026)
TOPIC: THE IMMANENCE OF GOD
BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalm 139:1-5
1 O Lord, thou hast searched me, and known me.
2 Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising, thou understandest my thought afar off.
3 Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways.
4 For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O Lord, thou knowest it altogether.
5 Thou hast beset me behind and before, and laid thine hand upon me.
MEMORY VERSE:
“And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist.” Colossians 1:17 (NKJV)
LESSON INTRODUCTION
The immanence of God refers to His presence, nearness, and active involvement in His creation and in the lives of His people. It is the biblical truth that God is not distant, or merely observing from afar; He is close, attentive, connected and relational. This is different from His transcendence, which means that God is above, infinitely greater, more powerful, distant and separate from the material universe, existing beyond and utterly distinct from everything He created (Jeremiah 23:23; Isaiah 55:9).
LESSON OUTLINE 1: BIBLICAL INSTANCES
A. God has always been present with and involved in the world He created, especially with His people.
B. At creation, God formed Adam “from the dust” and breathed life into him (Genesis 2:7). God’s voice was heard “walking in the garden” (Genesis 3:8).
C. The burning bush reveals God’s personal call to Moses (Exodus 3:4) as well as His awareness, compassion, and active response to the affliction of His people (Exodus 3:7).
D. God’s presence dwelt among Israel in the tabernacle (Exodus 25:8) and His glory (visibly) filled the temple (1 Kings 8:10-11).
E. David declares God’s inescapable nearness: whether in the heavens, depths, or darkness, God is there (Psalm 139:7). 1 Kings 19:12 reveals God’s personal and intimate way of speaking to His prophets.
F. Jesus, becoming God in the flesh (John 1:14), is the ultimate act of divine immanence. “Immanuel” means “God with us” (Matthew 1:23). He came to the earth, walked, talked, healed, cried and ate with people.
G. Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would come to dwell in believers (John 14:17). The Spirit is not just near but indwelling, guiding, and teaching us (John 14:26). Christ remains present with His people through the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:20).
H. In the New Heavens and New Earth, God will dwell fully and forever with His people (Revelation 21:3). This is the eternal expression of God’s immanence.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1:
Students should share moments they have experienced God’s nearness or presence.
LESSON OUTLINE 2: THE IMPLICATIONS
A. God is accessible – We can pray and hear from Him (1 John 5:14-15).
B. God is personal – God knows our thoughts, fears, and desires (Psalm 139:1-3).
C. God is compassionate – He sees suffering and acts accordingly (Exodus 3:7-8).
D. God disciplines and guides – As a Father does (Hebrews 12:6-7).
E. God is worthy of worship – Not just as Creator but as a loving Father (Revelation 15:4).
CLASS ACTIVITY 2:
Students should discuss how the truth of God’s immanence affects their prayer life.
CONCLUSION: RCCG YAYA Sunday School Students Manual 6 September 2026
God is not far from believers in Christ: “…for in Him we live and move and have our being” (Acts 17:27-28).
QUESTIONS:
- What are the biblical instances of God’s immanence?
- Mention four implications of God’s immanence.
FURTHER READINGS:
SUN: Psalm 139:1-3. MON: Exodus 3:7-8. TUE: 1 John 5:14-15. WED: Revelation 15:4. THUR: Hebrews 12:6-7. FRI: John 14:17. SAT: Acts 17:27-28.
ASSIGNMENT: RCCG YAYA Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 1
In what area(s) do you want God to show His immanence? Speak to Him now and have faith that He will show up for you (No mark).
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