This is RCCG YAYA SUNDAY SCHOOL YOUTH 3 SEPTEMBER 2023 STUDENT MANUAL LESSON ONE (1). The topic is “CETHER”.
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RCCG YAYA SUNDAY SCHOOL YOUTH 3 SEPTEMBER 2023 (LESSON 1)
TOPIC: “CETHER”
Note: Check RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL HYMN LYRICS
BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalm 91:1 (NKJV)
“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”
MEMORY VERSE: Psalm 91:1 (NKJV)
“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”
INTRODUCTION
“Cether” is a Hebrew word translated as “secret place.” It literally means “to hide or be concealed.” Other words for a secret place include shelter, covering. or a dwelling place.
One who abides in the secret place of God dwells in a place of rest, lifted up above principalities and powers (Ephesians 1:20-21; 2:6). It is a place of His holy concealment in all things, where God reveals heavenly secrets to us.
How then can we enter the secret place and enjoy the benefits?
OUTLINES:
1. ACCESS TO THE SECRET PLACE
2. BENEFITS OF THE SECRET PLACE
1. ACCESS TO THE SECRET PLACE
The secret place of the Almighty is available to any believer who is willing to pay the price.
We can enter through:
1. A continuous life of holiness (Psalm 15:1-5): This simply means absolute obedience to God’s word.
2. Praise, thanksgiving, and prayer of faith (Psalm 100:4. Jeremiah 33:3): We must endeavour to always praise God by faith.
3. A desire to remain in God’s presence (Psalm 27:4): God loves fellowship and we must not be in a hurry in His presence.
4. A life of absolute dedication to the Lord and avoidance of worldly entanglement (1 John 2:15; 2 Corinthians 6:17-18).
5. A pure heart and thought (Psalm 24:3-4): We must avoid wandering thoughts.
6. Quietness and trusting confidence (Isaiah 26:3).
7. Avoidance of distractions (Matthew 6:6).
8. Transparent honesty to God (Psalm 139:7-12).
9. A consecrated life (Leviticus 20:7).
CLASS ACTIVITY 1:
Students should share their experience of fellowship with God.
2. BENEFITS OF THE SECRET PLACE
The benefits of dwelling in God’s secret place include:
1. A closer fellowship with God (James 4:8).
2. Access to classified information (Numbers 12:8; Amos 3:7).
3. A focused gaze on Christ and things of eternal value (Hebrews 122; Matthew 6:19-21).
4. A self-assessment of faith will be enhanced (2 Corinthians 13:5).
5. The fruit of the Spirit will take root, and be growing (Galatians 5:22-23).
6. Divine protection and deliverance (Proverbs 18:10).
7. Divine authority and attention (1 Kings 17:1; 18:37-40).
8. Access to supernatural breakthroughs (Exodus 14:21-22).
9. Divine provision made available (Psalm 84:11).
CLASS ACTIVITY 2:
Students should narrate an experience they can never forget where they thought God had forsaken them but later discovered His abiding presence.
CONCLUSION: RCCG YAYA SUNDAY SCHOOL YOUTH 3 SEPTEMBER 2023
To enjoy the benefits of the secret place of the Most High, we must remain on the side of God.
QUESTION
* Mention any four ways to access the secret place.
* Itemize any five benefits associated with dwelling in the secret place.
FURTHER READING
SUN: Rev.1:16.
MON: Eph.6:18.
TUES: Acts 17:11.
WED: Rom.15:14.
THURS: Prov.3:3-5.
FRI: Acts 2:17.
SAT: Jn. 14:16.
RCCG YAYA SUNDAY SCHOOL YOUTH 3 SEPTEMBER 2023 ASSIGNMENT
Identify five (5) dangers of avoiding the presence of God (2×5=10 Marks).