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Today’s Lesson 47 topic: THE WOUNDED SOLDIER

Date: 26 July 2026

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TOPIC: THE WOUNDED SOLDIER

OPENING PRAYER:

Father, teach me how to respond to wounds in the discharge of my duty as Your soldier in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Corinthians 2:5-8

⁵ But if any have caused grief, he hath not grieved me, but in part: that I may not overcharge you all.
⁶ Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many.
⁷ So that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.
⁸ Wherefore I beseech you that ye would confirm your love toward him.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyselt, lest thou also be tempted.” Galatians 6:1.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

A soldier is a person who is a member of an army. As Christians, we are soldiers of Christ called out from the darkness of the world to fight for the faith we profess in Jesus. No wonder Apostle Paul says,…endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ (2Timothy 2:3).

However, the Christian soldier may be wounded during this fight. This may be due to the enemy’s attack, sin, carelessness, backsliding, loss, betrayal, hurt, being aggrieved, backstabbing, etc. This injury must be treated and the wounded soldier restored so that the person is not completely lost.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To promote among believers, the virtues of discipline, compassion and restoration as soldiers of Christ.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this study, students should be able to:

• Know that they are soldiers of Christ.
• Understand that being a soldier of Christ means they can be wounded.
• Endure discipline and develop a compassionate heart for other soldiers.
• Develop the capacity to restore those who are wounded back to the fold.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

• Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.
• Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
• Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: 2 Corinthians 2:5-8

A man had committed a serious sin and the apostle Paul had previously addressed it sternly and encouraged the Church to discipline the offender.

However, in this letter, Paul emphasises the importance of forgiveness and reconciliation, reminding the Corinthians that the punishment inflicted on the man was sufficient and that the church should now reaffirm their love for him since he has repented. He stated that:

i. If any have caused grief, he had not grieved me, but in part that I may not overcharge you all. V5.

ii. …..vб.

iii. …… V7.

iv. ……V8.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture/Discussion Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: DISCIPLINE AND COMPASSION

The teacher should explain the two sections in this outline and allow the students to contribute to the lesson to make it interactive.

A. Discipline

i. The Christian soldier who sustains an injury due to sin, misbehaviour, carelessness, avoidable mistakes, etc. must be disciplined in love and according to God’s word so that the person may learn and serve as an example to others (1 Timothy 5:20).

ii. This discipline must have a period it will last.

iii. The offender must know why the discipline is being enforced.

iv. Correction may seem grievous to the offender but it is the son that the father loves, that he chastises (Proverbs 15:10; Hebrews 12:7-8, 11).

B. Compassion

i. If the injury was due to a loss, the Christian soldier must be shown enough compassion until fully re-established (Romans 12:15)

ii. Those who suffer from unjust treatment, backstab-bing, hurt, etc. must be attended to by those who know the truth to right the wrong if possible (Acts 6:1-3).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

In light of the above points raised, is it right to suspend an accused indefinitely before an investigation is concluded? Discuss

LESSON OUTLINE 2: RESTORATION

Restoring the wounded soldier is a process which would require the following:

1. Love: Genuine love must play an active role in the restoration process. God disciplined David when he committed adultery but he did not dethrone or kill him (2 Samuel 12:12-14; Romans 12:9-10).
2. Build A Strong Support System: A good network of faithful believers must provide the necessary succour and a good landing for the wounded soldier (Galatians 6:1).
3. Never Leave The Wounded Soldier Alone: We must not allow the wounded soldier to be all alone; this may worsen the person’s state rather than heal it. (Galatians 6:2)
4. Care And Visit: Our visitation must be deliberate and purposeful. We must take time to comfort with words trom the scriptures, and use good practical examples, etc. We must also take time to pray for and with the wounded soldier (Romans 12:5; 15:4; 1 Thessalonians 5:25).
5. Never Castigate: The wounded soldier who has been disciplined or aggrieved does not need to be criticised because ‘being down does not mean being out’ (Proverbs 12:18; Matthew 7:1-2).
6. Not A Plague: We must never treat the wounded soldier as someone struck with a pandemic rather we must seek atter the wounded soldier so that the person does not go down into depression or another sin (1 Corinthians 12:25-26).
7. Do Not Trample Upon: We must consciously lift this wounded soldier up and never crush such a person through any negative attitude.
8. Open To Correction: The wounded soldier must also be open to correction and comfort of the Holy Ghost (Proverbs 12:1; 2 Samuel 12:13) to be fully restored into the told (Philemon 1:10-12).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Why do fellow Christians desert and treat those undergoing discipline like plagues?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 26 July 2026

The wounded soldier must be recovered and fully restored.

EVALUATION:

What roles do discipline and compassion play in handling a wounded soldier?

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, please help me to be an obedient and compassionate soldier of Christ.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 47

Mention five (5) requirements of restoring a wounded soldier (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 46 topic: MISSIONS: NAVIGATING DIVERSITY

Date: 19 July 2026

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TOPIC: MISSIONS: NAVIGATING DIVERSITY

OPENING PRAYER:

Father, help me to embrace others in the spread of the gospel.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23

¹⁶ For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!
¹⁷ For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me.
¹⁸ What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel.
¹⁹ For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more.
²⁰ And unto the Jews I became as a Jew, that I might gain the Jews; to them that are under the law, as under the law, that I might gain them that are under the law;

²¹ To them that are without law, as without law, (being not without law to God, but under the law to Christ,) that I might gain them that are without law.
²² To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak: I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some.
²³ And this I do for the gospel’s sake, that I might be partaker thereof with you.

MEMORY VERSE:

“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” Mark 16:15.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

Christian missions involve spreading the Gospel and serving humanity across cultures, nations, and faiths.

Diversity in the context of missions encompasses cultural, religious, linguistic, ethnic, and social differences. Navigating this diversity has been a complex process that requires sensitivity, adaptability, and an understanding of various worldviews.

Navigating diversity is crucial for effective mission work. Jesus’ directive to “make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19) has fuelled missionary endeavours throughout history, from the early church in the Roman Empire to the spread of Christianity into Africa, Asia, the Americas, and beyond.

This lesson explores the complexities of diversity in Christian missions and offers practical insights for missionaries, churches, and organisations.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To teach how to navigate diversities for effective missions

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this study, students should be able to:

• Explain the meaning of diversity.
• Understand God’s universal plan for man’s redemption.
• Mention the strategies for navigating diversities.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outlines, summarise, con-clude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23

The apostle Paul while narrating his experience on the mission field gave some insight into how to navigate diversities. Identify the five categories of people he encountered and how he managed the situation for the sake of the gospel:

i. Though he was free from all men he became a servant to all to gain some. V19.
ii. …..V20a.
iii. ….V20b.
iv. ……V21.
v. …..V22.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Teaching Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: GOD’S UNIVERSAL PLAN

A. The scope of God’s plan for the redemption and reconciliation of humanity is universal (Matthew 28:18-20).

i. God is impartial and the gospel is inclusive: it includes all men irrespective of age, race, colour, etc. (Acts 10:34-35).

ii. The disciples were commanded to go beyond cultural, geographical, and ethnic boundaries (Mark 16:15).

iii. Paul contextualised the Gospel for his Athenian audience (Acts 17:16-34).

iv. Paul adapted to different cultures to share the gospel (1 Corinthians 9:19-23).

v. It is in and through Christ, that all men are united as one (Galatians 3:28; Revelation 7:9-10).

B. The church must do inclusive evangelism.

i. The Gospel is for everyone, regardless of background or identity.

ii. Entertaining bitterness or hatred against a particular ethnic group is not godly and may hinder us from reaching such a group with the message of Christ (John 4:7: 10).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

How can you achieve inclusive ness in a community hostile to the gospel?

LESSON OUTLINE 2: STRATEGIES FOR NAVIGATING DIVERSITY

Teachers should use the following points to explain the strategies for navigating diversity for effective missions.

1. Inculturation and Contextualisation: It refers to the process of integrating Christian teachings into local cultures while respecting existing cultural values. This includes using local languages, cultural symbols, and idioms to convey the message of Christ while avoiding syncretism (combining beliets or practices). Missionaries should avoid imposing their cultural norms on others (ethnocentrism). Instead, they should seek to present the gospel in a culturally relevant way, respecting and valuing the uniqueness of each culture (1 Corinthians 9:20).

2. Respect for Diversity: Recognise the multicultural nature of contemporary societies and adopt intercultural approaches that respect cultural diversity within commu-nities. We must understand and respect diverse perspectives (Galatians 2:14).

3. Holistic Mission Approaches: Addressing social, economic, and educational needs alongside spiritual needs has become a key aspect of modern missions.

Holistic missions emphasise healthcare, education, social justice, and community development as part of the gospel message (Matthew 9:35-36).

4. Ongoing Learning: Building relationships and learning about different cultures are crucial. Training in cross-cultural communication and cultural humility can help mission-minded people to effectively share the gospel.

Therefore, continuous education on diverse cultures and faiths is crucial here (Proverbs 9:9).

5. Translation of Scriptures: The translation of the Bible into various languages has been one of the most significant aspects of missions. Bible translation not only makes Christian teachings accessible to people across cultures/ethnicities but also helps to preserve indigenous languages and cultures (Psalm 68:11).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Discuss the role of exposure and finance in navigating diversity for effective missions.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 19 July 2026

Following biblical principles and adopting practical strategies will help us to effectively navigate cultural and religious diversity while sharing the gospel of Christ with all nations.

EVALUATION:

Identify four strategies for navigating diversities

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, bless me with wisdom and resources to navigate diversity in my spread of the gospel.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 46

Mention five (5) projects that can be embarked onto achieve success in a holistic missions approach (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 45 topic: OCCUPY TILL I COME (Part 2)

Date: 12 July 2026

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TOPIC: OCCUPY TILL I COME (Part 2)

OPENING PRAYER:

Father, teach me how to occupy till You come in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 25:13-30

¹³ Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.
¹⁴ For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods.
¹⁵ And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and straightway took his journey.

¹⁶ Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.
¹⁷ And likewise he that had received two, he also gained other two.
¹⁸ But he that had received one went and digged in the earth, and hid his lord’s money.
¹⁹ After a long time the lord of those servants cometh, and reckoneth with them.
²⁰ And so he that had received five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents: behold, I have gained beside them five talents more.

²¹ His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
²² He also that had received two talents came and said, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me two talents: behold, I have gained two other talents beside them.
²³ His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
²⁴ Then he which had received the one talent came and said, Lord, I knew thee that thou art an hard man, reaping where thou hast not sown, and gathering where thou hast not strawed:
²⁵ And I was afraid, and went and hid thy talent in the earth: lo, there thou hast that is thine.

²⁶ His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed:
²⁷ Thou oughtest therefore to have put my money to the exchangers, and then at my coming I should have received mine own with usury.
²⁸ Take therefore the talent from him, and give it unto him which hath ten talents.
²⁹ For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.
³⁰ And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.” Matthew 25:13.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

 In the previous lesson, we discovered that “the pound” mentioned in Jesus’ parable represents heavenly resources bestowed upon God’s children for kingdom business.

The version of the parable in Luke 19:11-27 uses the term “pound” while Matthew 25:13-30 calls it “goods and talents.” The Master’s expectation remains the same “Occupy till I come.” It is important to note that God knows our abilities as His children and distributes His resources accordingly (Matthew 25:14-15).

Let us consider the other two options available to every recipient of the “pound or talent” aside from spending it.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To teach what can be done with the “pound.”

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this study, students should be able to:

• Explain what it means to “keep” or “invest” the “pound”.
• Understand why people keep their “pound” and that it is dangerous to do so.
• Know how to invest their pound to make a profit.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, con-clude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: Matthew 25:13-30.

In this passage, the goods delivered by the man to his servants typify God’s investment in His children in which He expects a return.

A. Identify three statements every child of God should be looking forward to when they invest God’s gifts in their life according to verse 21:

1. Well done, thou good and faithtul servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things.

2….

3….

B. State two punishments that await those who bury their talent according to verses 28 and 30.

1….V28.

2…. V30.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Question and Answer Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: KEEP THE “POUND”

The teacher should use the following question and answer as a guide in teaching this outline.

Question 1: What does it mean to “keep the pound?”

Answer: To “keep the pound” means to bury or refuse to use one’s talents.

Question 2: why do people “keep their pound?”

Answer: People keep their “pound” for the following reasons:

1. Fear: There are people like the servant with one pound who out of fear will not make use of their talents (Luke 19:20-21).
2. Negativity: They are more negative than positive and think of “what if it does not work out” (Numbers 13:31-33).
3. Reluctance: They are reluctant to take a risk for the kingdom like Jonah who was sent to go and invest his pounds and save the people of Nineveh from destruc-tion; rather he chose to go in the opposite direction (Jonah 1:1-3).

Question 3: How does God remind us of the “pound” we have kept?

Answer: Some storms may just be a result of God trying to draw our attention to “the pound we have kept or buried.”

Question 4: Is there any consequence of ‘keeping your pound’?

Answer: Yes, the consequence of this wrong attitude or inaction is very grave as expressed in Luke 19:24.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

What are the other reasons people keep their pound?

LESSON OUTLINE 2: INVEST THE “POUND”

Question 1: What does it mean to invest the ‘pound’?

Answer: This implies doing business with the ‘pound’ to make profits (1 Corinthians 12:7).

Question 2: How do people do ‘business’ to make a profit?

Answer: To make a profit in business, the following points are crucial:

i. Determination. This is the soul of business (Ezra 7:10; 2 Chronicles 2:1; Genesis 11:4-6).

ii. Diligence (Proverbs 22:29). The opposite of diligence is idleness, laziness, etc. which leads to poverty (Proverbs 6:6-11). Diligence is an antidote to failing and talling (2 Peter 1:10).

iii. Focus on your divine call (the assignment for which the Master gave you the ‘pound’ and avoid dis-tractions) Hebrews 12:1-2.

iv. Invest the profit back. Make disciples (Matthew 28:19) and mentor others in the line of the kingdom business (2 Timothy 2:2; 1 John 1:1-3).

v. Patience and long-suffering. Patience produces good fruits (Luke 8:15; Hebrews 12:1). You must learn to endure suffering in the course of doing kingdom business so that your labour will not be in vain (Romans 8:17-18; 1 Corinthians 15:58).

vi. Pray for the business to grow. Praying for souls to abide and grow in the faith is important in kingdom business (Colossians 1:9-13).

vii. Sponsor soul-winning activities such as cru-sades, church planting, feeding the poor, and other Church Social Responsibilities (Mark 10:21; Philippians 4:15-16).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Students should identify other things that must be done in business to make a profit.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 12 July 2026

The time to invest your “pound” is now. Jesus will surely come back to reward everyone accordingly (Revelation 22:12). Occupy till He comes.

EVALUATION:

State four ways you can ‘invest your pound?’

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, I receive the grace to be profitable for You in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 45

Outline five (5) ways to invest “your pound” for profit (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 44 topic: OCCUPY TILL I COME (Part 1)

Date: 4 July 2026

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TOPIC: OCCUPY TILL I COME (Part 1)

OPENING PRAYER:

Father, help me to make good use of my talent in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Luke 19:11-27.

¹¹ And as they heard these things, he added and spake a parable, because he was nigh to Jerusalem, and because they thought that the kingdom of God should immediately appear.
¹² He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return.
¹³ And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come.
¹⁴ But his citizens hated him, and sent a message after him, saying, We will not have this man to reign over us.
¹⁵ And it came to pass, that when he was returned, having received the kingdom, then he commanded these servants to be called unto him, to whom he had given the money, that he might know how much every man had gained by trading.

¹⁶ Then came the first, saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained ten pounds.
¹⁷ And he said unto him, Well, thou good servant: because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities.
¹⁸ And the second came, saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained five pounds.
¹⁹ And he said likewise to him, Be thou also over five cities.
²⁰ And another came, saying, Lord, behold, here is thy pound, which I have kept laid up in a napkin:

²¹ For I feared thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up that thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou didst not sow.
²² And he saith unto him, Out of thine own mouth will I judge thee, thou wicked servant. Thou knewest that I was an austere man, taking up that I laid not down, and reaping that I did not sow:
²³ Wherefore then gavest not thou my money into the bank, that at my coming I might have required mine own with usury?
²⁴ And he said unto them that stood by, Take from him the pound, and give it to him that hath ten pounds.
²⁵ (And they said unto him, Lord, he hath ten pounds.)

²⁶ For I say unto you, That unto every one which hath shall be given; and from him that hath not, even that he hath shall be taken away from him.
²⁷ But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay them before me.

MEMORY VERSE:

“And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a tar country, and there wasted his substance with riotous living.” Luke 15:13.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

The phrase “Occupy till I come” is a biblical reference found specifically in Luke 19:13 (KJV). Other versions of the Bible read: “Do business till I come” (NKJV); “Put this money to work till I come” (NIV); “Invest this money for me while I’m gone” (NLT); “Operate with this until | return” (MESSAGE).

In this context, “occupy” means “do business,” “trade,” and “invest.” This phrase is part of a parable told by Jesus, commonly known as the Parable of the Minas or the Parable of the Pounds. Literarily, the Pounds, given to the servants in this parable, are ‘money’ 

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To teach what the pound represents and what can be done with it.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this study, students should be able to:

•  Explain what it means to “occupy.”
• Mention some of the things “pound” represents.
• Understand what they can do with their “pound.” 

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, con-clude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: Luke 19:11-27

A. Jesus in this parable implied that His kingdom will not yet be established until His disciples have traded and made a profit from the gifts/talents He has given to them. He suggested that there was an assignment for Him to accomplish before His Kingdom come.

B. Mention four things the ‘pounds’ given from the passage could represent:

1. Strength
2….
3….
4….

C. From the passage, what are the two major (possible) things you can do with the ‘pound?’
1….V16.
2….V20.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Question and Answer Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT: The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: WHAT “THE POUND” REPRESENTS

Question: What does the Pound represent?

Answer: The teacher should ask the class to give their idea of what “the pound” in Luke 19:11-27 represents and thereatter use the following points as a guide:

1. “The Pound” in this context represents whatever God gives to a man to make him fulfil his purpose in life.
2. It is the investment ot God that is sutticient enough to make a child of God productive.
3. This includes your breath/life (2 Corinthians 5:15); salvation (Acts 9:13-15); good health (Mark 5:18-20); resources (1 Chronicles 22:5; Luke 10:33-35); influence (Esther 4:12-17); anointing/grace (1 Corinthians 15:10); knowledge of God (Ephesians 3:2-5); and spiritual gifts/talents (1 Corinthians 12:4-7).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Students should mention other areas of God’s investment in man’s life.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH “THE POUND”

Question 1: What can you do with the Pound?

Answer: There are three options available for the servants in the parable of the pound (Luke 19:11-27) and the same applies to every child of God:

i. To spend “the pound;”
ii. To keep “the pound;”
iii. To invest “the pound.”

Question 2: Are there biblical instances of people who spent their “pound”?

Answer: Some people think everything God gives to them is only for their self-satisfaction and comfort (Luke 12:16-21). For instance:

1. Samson spent his “pound” on strange women (Judges 14:1-3; 16:1). He wasted his anointing and lost his uncommon power on the laps of Delilah (Judges 16:18-21). He killed several enemies without acknowledging God (Judges 15:16).
2. Solomon enjoyed God’s help (1 Kings 2:12) but he was full of self. He took God’s grace for granted and spent his “pound” on strange women who turned his heart away from God (1 Kings 11:1-4). The Bible makes it clear that the breakthrough, promotion, deliverance, etc. we enjoy is to do good works and propagate the kingdom of God and not for self-gratification (Mark 15:43-46; Genesis 41:39-41, 51; Mark 5:18-20).
3. Nebuchadnezzar (Daniel 4:29-33): Such people pride themselves in their secular achievements and begin to talk about ‘my hard-earned money,’ ‘my intellect,’ ‘my plan’ etc. They do not acknowledge the ‘God-factor’ in their achievements (Acts 12:21-23).
4. The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:12-13): Some people waste their God-given potential on things that have no eternal value. Some even use their ‘pound’ to entertain the world and not for the propagation of the gospel.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

The class should discuss whether it is right to demand pay before using their ‘pound’ to bless the Church of God.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 4 July 2026

What are you doing with “the pound” given to you by God? Make up your mind not to be wasteful like the characters above.

EVALUATION:

Identify three Bible characters who spent their “pound” and what they spent it on.

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, help me not to spend my “pound” foolishly in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 44

Identify five (5) meanings of “Occupy till I come” according to this lesson (2×5=10 Marks).

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This is RCCG Sunday School Teachers manual for the adult class.

Today’s Lesson 43 topic: CHRISTIANS AND INVESTMENT

Date: 28 June 2026

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS MANUAL LESSON 43 (22 JUNE 2026)

TOPIC: CHRISTIANS AND INVESTMENT

OPENING PRAYER: Dear Lord, guide me to be a smart investor.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Genesis 41:33-37

³³ Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.
³⁴ Let Pharaoh do this, and let him appoint officers over the land, and take up the fifth part of the land of Egypt in the seven plenteous years.
³⁵ And let them gather all the food of those good years that come, and lay up corn under the hand of Pharaoh, and let them keep food in the cities.

³⁶ And that food shall be for store to the land against the seven years of famine, which shall be in the land of Egypt; that the land perish not through the famine.
³⁷ And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.

MEMORY VERSE:

“There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.” Proverbs 21:20.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

An investment refers to the act of allocating money or resources to an asset, project, etc. with the expectation of generating profit over time. It is simply the commitment of resources to achieve later benefits.

Practically, your investment can work for you while sleeping and at a time when you can no longer run up and down (Ecclesiastes 11:4-6). Wise investments usually lead to wealth accumulation, income generation, diversification, economic growth and good retirement benefits (Matthew 25:14-30, 2 Corinthians 9:6).

However, we need a thorough knowledge of investment opportunities and God’s leading to invest wisely in profitable ventures (Ecclesiastes 10:10)

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To enlighten believers on investment opportunities and the biblical principles for wise investment decisions.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this study, students should be able to:

• Define the term investment.
• Mention and Explain the investment opportunities available.
• Understand the biblical principles of wise investment.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

a. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.

b. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.

c. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, con-clude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: Genesis 41:33-37.

Joseph, through divine wisdom, gave Pharaoh a novel idea that eventually generated income/profit for the land.

This is a pointer to turning savings into investment.

From this passage, highlight the seven steps taken to prevent the mass destruction of lives in Egypt during the famine:

1. Search for a man discreet and wise… V33a.
2. … V33b.
3. … V34a.
4. … V34b.
5. … V35a.
6. … V35b.
7. … V35c.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Discussion Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The teacher should ask the class to discuss some of the areas people can invest in and use the following examples of investments that can be both financially sound and ethically right to guide the discussion:

1. Stocks: Buying shares of a company gives you partial ownership. Investors earn through price appreciation and dividends. Christians can invest in companies with strong ethical practices and values that align with biblical principles.
2. Real Estate: Purchasing property or building to earn rental income or sell it at a higher price.
3. Bonds: Lending money to governments or corporations for a set period in exchange for periodic interest payments and the return of the principal amount at ma-turity.
4. Mutual Funds: Pooling money with other investors to buy a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other assets.
5. Commodities: Investing in physical goods like gold, oil, renewable energy projects (solar, wind, etc.) or agriculture (crop production, animal rearing, fishery, snailery, honey production, etc.), which can be traded or stored for future sale.
6. Cryptocurrency: Purchasing digital or virtual currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, where investors hope to benefit from price appreciation.
7. Import and Export of goods and services. Charcoal business, wood, dry fish, animal skin, clothing ma-terial, etc. (Acts 16:14).
8. Businesses. Entrepreneurial ventures or partner-ships: small or medium-scale businesses like printing, fashion and design, confectionery, eatery, fuel station, transportation, raw-food business, etc.
9. Education: School business, writing and publishing of books.
10. Retirement plans, and insurance policies.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

The discussion would have taken care of class participation.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES OF INVESTING WISELY

1. Divine guidance: It is important to start with God (Genesis 26:1-5). Pray for direction and leading (Psalm 23:2-3; Proverbs 3:5-6).

2. Good Planning: Wise investing involves careful planning, research, and due diligence to ensure profitable outcomes (Proverbs 21:5; Genesis 41:34-36).

3. Consistent step of faith: Take necessary and calculated risk by taith, and invest consistently. Do not allow discouragement (Ecclesiastes 11:1-6).

4. Honesty and Ethical Investment: Christians should invest in ways that are honest and ethical. Avoid ventures that exploit or harm others (Proverbs 13:11; Luke 19:8-9).

5. Kingdom-Focused Investments: Investing should not be for personal gain alone but also to further God’s kingdom and support others (Matthew 6:19-21).

6. Knowledge: One of the golden rules of investment is that you should have some requisite knowledge of the investment intended (Hosea 4:6), or get trusted people who are knowledgeable in those areas to manage it for you (Genesis 41:38-40).

7. Funding: Money for investment can be from personal savings (Proverbs 21:20), retirement benefits, or loans (banks or friends). However, do not take loans that could overwhelm you and make you go bankrupt.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Is it possible to invest without spending money?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 28 June 2026

Research and prayerfully select investments, considering both financial returns and the broader impact.

EVALUATION:

State the biblical principles of wise investing.

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, I receive the grace to invest wisely.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 43

 Identify five (5) reasons some believers are not investing (2×5=10 Marks).

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