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Today’s Lesson 23 topic: CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS: CHANGING THE NARRATIVES

Date: 8 February 2026

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TOPIC: CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS: CHANGING THE NARRATIVES

BIBLE PASSAGE: Ecclesiastes 10:5-7

5 There is an evil which I have seen under the sun, as an error which proceedeth from the ruler:
6 Folly is set in great dignity, and the rich sit in low place.
7 I have seen servants upon horses, and princes walking as servants upon the earth.

MEMORY VERSE:

“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.” Proverbs 29:2.

INTRODUCTION

The role of Christians in politics has long been debated. Many believe that Christians should not engage in political matters, often concluding that involvement could jeopardise their spiritual journey.

In this lesson, we will explore the wrong perceptions about Christians in politics, put in focus the correct perspective and emphasise the importance of a Christian’s involve-ment.

Our goal is to encourage Christians to be both heavenly-focused and earthly-relevant.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: CORRECTING WRONG PERCEPTIONS

Some of the common negative views about politics that discourage many believers from being involved include:

i. Politics is dirty and corrupt. It is often said that politics is inherently dirty, leading many to believe that anyone involved in it cannot be pure.
Right Perspective: This notion is far from the truth; Politics itself is not inherently dirty; it usually reflects the character of its participants (Titus 1:15).

ii. Politics is not meant for Christians.
Right Perspective: This belief is another fallacy that contradicts the biblical mandate found in Proverbs 29:2, which affirms the importance of the involvement of ‘the righteous’ in governance. Allowing ‘the wicked’ to lead the righteous is both a potential error and danger (Ecclesiastes 10:5-Z; Revelation 5:10).
iii. Only dishonest people engage in politics.
Right Perspective: This misconception highlights the urgent need for Christians’ participation. We cannot afford to leave politics and leadership in the hands of those who do not fear God (Proverbs 1:29; 8:13; 16:17). It is unrealistic to expect righteousness from the unrighteous (Matthew 7:16-18).

iv. Politicians are naturally untrustworthy.
Right Perspective: Believing that all politicians are untrustworthy is a costly assumption. This mindset contributes to our irrelevance in shaping the affairs and conduct of our nation. As Christians, we must challenge this perception by actively engaging in the political process.

Christians should set an agenda for society, as instructed in Matthew 5:14-16.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Have you tried to join politics? Share your experiences with the class.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: POLITICAL LEADERS IN THE BIBLE

The following biblical characters exemplify the integration of spiritual and political leadership, showcasing how faith and governance can work together for the benefit of their communities:

i. Moses – A prophet, leader, and lawgiver. He led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments from God (Exodus 3:10-12; 20:1-17).

ii. David – A shepherd, warrior, and the second king of Israel. He was known for his leadership, military prow-ess, and deep relationship with God (1 Samuel 16:11-13; 2 Samuel 5:1-5).

iii. Deborah – A Judge, prophetess and leader of Israel. She exemplified boldness at a tumultuous time in Israel (Judges 4:4-15).

iv. Nehemiah – The cupbearer to the king of Persia who later became a governor. He led the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls, demonstrating strong leadership and faith (Nehemiah 1:1-4; 2:17-18; 5:14).

v. Esther – A Jewish queen of Persia who showed great courage in advocating for her people, demonstrating both political influence and spiritual leadership (Esther 4:14; Esther 5:1-2).

vi. Daniel – A high-ranking official in the Babylonian and Persian empires, known for his unwavering faith in God and his ability to interpret dreams (Daniel 2:48-49; Daniel 6:10).

vii. Joseph -An Israelite who rose to power in Egypt and served as a Prime Minister/deputy to the king. He interpreted Pharaoh’s dreams and saved nations from famine (Genesis 41:46-49; 53-57; Genesis 45:7-8).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Mention a political leader worthy of note in our time.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 8 February 2026

Engaging in politics is not just a duty; it is a vital aspect of our witness and influence as followers of Christ.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 23

Mention five (5) political leaders in the Bible (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 23 topic: CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS: CHANGING THE NARRATIVES

Date: 8 February 2026

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS MANUAL LESSON 23 (8 FEBRUARY 2026)

TOPIC: CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS: CHANGING THE NARRATIVES

OPENING PRAYER:
God of all the earth, please give us godly leaders in Jesus’ name.

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

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Ecclesiastes 10:5-7

5 There is an evil which I have seen under the sun, as an error which proceedeth from the ruler:
6 Folly is set in great dignity, and the rich sit in low place.
7 I have seen servants upon horses, and princes walking as servants upon the earth.

MEMORY VERSE:

“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.” Proverbs 29:2.

INTRODUCTION

The role of Christians in politics has long been debated. Many believe that Christians should not engage in political matters, often concluding that involvement could jeopardise their spiritual journey.

In this lesson, we will explore the wrong perceptions about Christians in politics, put in focus the correct perspective and emphasise the importance of a Christian’s involve-ment.

Our goal is to encourage Christians to be both heavenly-focused and earthly-relevant.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage students to be active in their civic duties.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Mention the wrong perceptions about politics.
• Give examples of political leaders in the Bible.

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 assignments.
• Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
• Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Ecclesiastes 10:5-7.

The Preacher did not hide his feelings about the evil he observed under the sun… V5

Read verses 6 and 7 and relate them to Christians’ disposition to politics.
i. …
ii….
iii….
iv…

TEACHING METHOD:

The Discussion Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: CORRECTING WRONG PERCEPTIONS

Some of the common negative views about politics that discourage many believers from being involved include:

i. Politics is dirty and corrupt. It is often said that politics is inherently dirty, leading many to believe that anyone involved in it cannot be pure.
Right Perspective: This notion is far from the truth; Politics itself is not inherently dirty; it usually reflects the character of its participants (Titus 1:15).

ii. Politics is not meant for Christians.
Right Perspective: This belief is another fallacy that contradicts the biblical mandate found in Proverbs 29:2, which affirms the importance of the involvement of ‘the righteous’ in governance. Allowing ‘the wicked’ to lead the righteous is both a potential error and danger (Ecclesiastes 10:5-Z; Revelation 5:10).
iii. Only dishonest people engage in politics.
Right Perspective: This misconception highlights the urgent need for Christians’ participation. We cannot afford to leave politics and leadership in the hands of those who do not fear God (Proverbs 1:29; 8:13; 16:17). It is unrealistic to expect righteousness from the unrighteous (Matthew 7:16-18).

iv. Politicians are naturally untrustworthy.
Right Perspective: Believing that all politicians are untrustworthy is a costly assumption. This mindset contributes to our irrelevance in shaping the affairs and conduct of our nation. As Christians, we must challenge this perception by actively engaging in the political process.

Christians should set an agenda for society, as instructed in Matthew 5:14-16.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Have you tried to join politics? Share your experiences with the class.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: POLITICAL LEADERS IN THE BIBLE

The following biblical characters exemplify the integration of spiritual and political leadership, showcasing how faith and governance can work together for the benefit of their communities:

i. Moses – A prophet, leader, and lawgiver. He led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments from God (Exodus 3:10-12; 20:1-17).

ii. David – A shepherd, warrior, and the second king of Israel. He was known for his leadership, military prow-ess, and deep relationship with God (1 Samuel 16:11-13; 2 Samuel 5:1-5).

iii. Deborah – A Judge, prophetess and leader of Israel. She exemplified boldness at a tumultuous time in Israel (Judges 4:4-15).

iv. Nehemiah – The cupbearer to the king of Persia who later became a governor. He led the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls, demonstrating strong leadership and faith (Nehemiah 1:1-4; 2:17-18; 5:14).

v. Esther – A Jewish queen of Persia who showed great courage in advocating for her people, demonstrating both political influence and spiritual leadership (Esther 4:14; Esther 5:1-2).

vi. Daniel – A high-ranking official in the Babylonian and Persian empires, known for his unwavering faith in God and his ability to interpret dreams (Daniel 2:48-49; Daniel 6:10).

vii. Joseph -An Israelite who rose to power in Egypt and served as a Prime Minister/deputy to the king. He interpreted Pharaoh’s dreams and saved nations from famine (Genesis 41:46-49; 53-57; Genesis 45:7-8).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Mention a political leader worthy of note in our time.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 8 February 2026

Engaging in politics is not just a duty; it is a vital aspect of our witness and influence as followers of Christ.

EVALUATION:
What should Christians’ disposition be concerning politics?

CLOSING PRAYER:
God, give me the courage to play an active part in my nation.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 23

Mention five (5) political leaders in the Bible (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 22 topic: SELF-WORTH

Date: 1 February 2026

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TOPIC: SELF-WORTH

BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Samuel 17:33-36

33 And Saul said to David, Thou art not able to go against this Philistine to fight with him: for thou art but a youth, and he a man of war from his youth.
34 And David said unto Saul, Thy servant kept his father’s sheep, and there came a lion, and a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock:
35 And I went out after him, and smote him, and delivered it out of his mouth: and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and smote him, and slew him.
36 Thy servant slew both the lion and the bear: and this uncircumcised Philistine shall be as one of them, seeing he hath defied the armies of the living God.

MEMORY VERSE:

“I will praise thee; for | am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” Psalm 139:14.

INTRODUCTION

Self-worth connotes the core beliefs you have about your values. It is usually a product of one’s background and life experiences.

Self-worth is relatively stable or permanent such that it becomes an enduring determinant of several decisions later in life.

Developing positive self-worth is central to good relationships with others. Self-worth is vital in marriage, corporate setting, ministry and other areas of life.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: UNDERSTAND SELF-WORTH

Our value comes from knowing that God created us in His image and likeness (Genesis 1:26-27). God values each of us deeply and considers us precious (Isaiah 43:4; John 3:16). To broaden our understanding, it is important to consider the three major components of self-worth: self-awareness, self-acceptance and self-love.

1. Self-awareness: Self-awareness refers to the ability to recognise our emotional triggers and habits. It also involves identifying our strengths and weaknesses. This knowledge forms the basis of many decisions (Judges 11:9; 16:16-17).

2. Self-acceptance: With self-acceptance comes pa-tience, compassion and kindness to us. We understand that making mistakes, experiencing setbacks, loss, or plans not working out as we would like is part of life and being human (Job 1:20-22). This removes anxiety and can make us feel confident and secure (Philippians 4:6; Matthew 6:27).

3. Self-love: This pushes us to deliberately make an effort at eating healthy, listening to our body, taking good care of ourselves, learning to forgive ourselves, letting go of toxic relationships, setting boundaries and saying ‘No’ to others when we should (Genesis 13:7-9). It helps us nurture our strengths and learn to manage our weaknesses.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

How do you show self-acceptance without finding excuses for your character defect?

LESSON OUTLINE 2: OVERCOME NEGATIVE SELF-PERCEPTION

The following tips will help us to overcome negative self-perception:

A. Negative self-perception often begins in the mind (Proverbs 4:23).

i. We must identify and confront harmful thought patterns (2 Corinthians 10:5).
ii. Replace the lies of inadequacy and low self-esteem with the truth of God’s word (John 8:32; Romans 12:2).
iii. Avoid comparing yourself to others, as comparison breeds discontent and insecurity (Corinthians 10:12).
iv. Do not live your life relying on human opinion or approval because our worth is based on God’s approval (1 Thessalonians 2:4).

B. Let go of past mistakes and embrace the new identity you have in Christ (Philippians 3:13-14).

i. Accept God’s grace, knowing that His power is made perfect in your weaknesses (2 Corinthians 12:9).
ii. Speak words of life and affirmation over yourself, aligning your speech with God’s truth (Proverbs 18:21).
iii. The attitude of gratitude helps shift focus away from negative thoughts to God’s blessings (Thessalonians 5:18).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Is there anyone in the Bible who suffered negative self-perception? What did the person do to be free?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 1 February 2026

Understanding self-worth is essential for living a confident and fulfilled life in Christ.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 22

Give two (2) of the three components of self-worth (No Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 22 topic: SELF-WORTH

Date: 1 February 2026

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TOPIC: SELF-WORTH

OPENING PRAYER:
Almighty God, help me to always carry myself with honour.

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

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Samuel 17:33-36

33 And Saul said to David, Thou art not able to go against this Philistine to fight with him: for thou art but a youth, and he a man of war from his youth.
34 And David said unto Saul, Thy servant kept his father’s sheep, and there came a lion, and a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock:
35 And I went out after him, and smote him, and delivered it out of his mouth: and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and smote him, and slew him.
36 Thy servant slew both the lion and the bear: and this uncircumcised Philistine shall be as one of them, seeing he hath defied the armies of the living God.

MEMORY VERSE:

“I will praise thee; for | am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” Psalm 139:14.

INTRODUCTION

Self-worth connotes the core beliefs you have about your values. It is usually a product of one’s background and life experiences.

Self-worth is relatively stable or permanent such that it becomes an enduring determinant of several decisions later in life.

Developing positive self-worth is central to good relationships with others. Self-worth is vital in marriage, corporate setting, ministry and other areas of life.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To teach students to value themselves.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Define self-worth.
• List the components of self-worth.
• State how to overcome negative self-perception.

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 assignments.
• Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
• Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: 1 Samuel 17:33-36

Saul tried to dissuade David from fighting with Goliath but David would not back down because he was sure that God would give him victory. This assurance of victory came as a result of the past victories God gave him over a lion and a bear.

State two lessons you can learn from David in the passage:
i. …
ii….
iii. …

TEACHING METHOD:

The Discussion Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: UNDERSTAND SELF-WORTH

The teacher should first allow the class to discuss what they understand about self-worth and then guide them as follows:

Our value comes from knowing that God created us in His image and likeness (Genesis 1:26-27). God values each of us deeply and considers us precious (Isaiah 43:4; John 3:16). To broaden our understanding, it is important to consider the three major components of self-worth: self-awareness, self-acceptance and self-love.

1. Self-awareness: Self-awareness refers to the ability to recognise our emotional triggers and habits. It also involves identifying our strengths and weaknesses. This knowledge forms the basis of many decisions (Judges 11:9; 16:16-17).

2. Self-acceptance: With self-acceptance comes pa-tience, compassion and kindness to us. We understand that making mistakes, experiencing setbacks, loss, or plans not working out as we would like is part of life and being human (Job 1:20-22). This removes anxiety and can make us feel confident and secure (Philippians 4:6; Matthew 6:27).

3. Self-love: This pushes us to deliberately make an effort at eating healthy, listening to our body, taking good care of ourselves, learning to forgive ourselves, letting go of toxic relationships, setting boundaries and saying ‘No’ to others when we should (Genesis 13:7-9). It helps us nurture our strengths and learn to manage our weaknesses.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

How do you show self-acceptance without finding excuses for your character defect?

LESSON OUTLINE 2: OVERCOME NEGATIVE SELF-PERCEPTION

The following tips will help us to overcome negative self-perception:

A. Negative self-perception often begins in the mind (Proverbs 4:23).

i. We must identify and confront harmful thought patterns (2 Corinthians 10:5).
ii. Replace the lies of inadequacy and low self-esteem with the truth of God’s word (John 8:32; Romans 12:2).
iii. Avoid comparing yourself to others, as comparison breeds discontent and insecurity (Corinthians 10:12).
iv. Do not live your life relying on human opinion or approval because our worth is based on God’s approval (1 Thessalonians 2:4).

B. Let go of past mistakes and embrace the new identity you have in Christ (Philippians 3:13-14).

i. Accept God’s grace, knowing that His power is made perfect in your weaknesses (2 Corinthians 12:9).
ii. Speak words of life and affirmation over yourself, aligning your speech with God’s truth (Proverbs 18:21).
iii. The attitude of gratitude helps shift focus away from negative thoughts to God’s blessings (Thessalonians 5:18).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Is there anyone in the Bible who suffered negative self-perception? What did the person do to be free?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 1 February 2026

Understanding self-worth is essential for living a confident and fulfilled life in Christ.

EVALUATION:
What is self-worth?

CLOSING PRAYER:
Make this personal declaration throughout this week. “I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope.” Amen.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 22

Give two (2) of the three components of self-worth (No Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 21 topic: INTEGRITY

Date: 25 January 2026

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TOPIC: INTEGRITY

BIBLE PASSAGE: Proverbs 11:1-6

1 A false balance is abomination to the Lord: but a just weight is his delight.
2 When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom.
3 The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them.
4 Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death.
5 The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.
6 The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.

MEMORY VERSE:

“The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them.” Proverbs 11:3.

INTRODUCTION

Integrity comes from the Latin word “Integritas” which means wholeness or unbroken state.

It is the state of being honest, just or pure. Integrity covers the whole moral character. It is one of the dire needs of every believer and the society at large.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE ESSENCE

A. What integrity does

1. Integrity is a personality trait that does not make a person waiver (Isaiah 33:15).

2. It provides an avenue to demonstrate our reliability to all (1 Samuel 12:3-4).

B. Characteristics of people of integrity:

1. People of integrity honour commitments and keep promises (Joshua 2:12-14; 6:22-23).
2. They recognise their fallibility; take responsibility for failures and try to rectify same (Genesis 26:9-11)
3. They are also naturally consistent in every area of life (Luke 16:10)-

C. The Bible has records of people who exhibited integrity. They include:

1. Abimelech, the King of Gerar (Genesis 20:3-Z),
2. Joseph (Genesis 47:14),
3. Samuel (1 Samuel 12:3-4),
4. King David (1 Kings 9:4),
5. Job (Job 2:3, 9-10),
6. Paul (Acts 20:33-34), and
7. Our Lord Jesus Christ (John 14:30).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention a person of integrity in your class.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: ERODING FACTORS

The following are some of the factors that can erode integrity:

1. The quick-fix mentality for worldly gains (2 Kings 5:20-23).

2. Preoccupation with gratifying desires resulting in lust (1 John 2:16-17).

3. Crave for material wealth at the expense of loyalty (Matthew 26:14-16).

4. Inability to maintain a consistent lifestyle (Galatians 2:11-14).

5. Misappropriation of God’s mercy and grace as an excuse for careless living and moral laxity (Romans 6:1-2)

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

How are you trying to keep your integrity?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 25 January 2026

Integrity helps us to be upright.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 21

Give five (5) points to distinguish between an upright (righteous) and a corrupt person (1×10=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 21 topic: INTEGRITY

Date: 25 January 2026

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TOPIC: INTEGRITY

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, I receive the grace to be upright in all my dealings in Jesus’ name.

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

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Proverbs 11:1-6

1 A false balance is abomination to the Lord: but a just weight is his delight.
2 When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom.
3 The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them.
4 Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death.
5 The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.
6 The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.

MEMORY VERSE:

“The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them.” Proverbs 11:3.

INTRODUCTION

Integrity comes from the Latin word “Integritas” which means wholeness or unbroken state.

It is the state of being honest, just or pure. Integrity covers the whole moral character. It is one of the dire needs of every believer and the society at large.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage students to be upright.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Define integrity.
• Mention the essence of integrity.
• List factors eroding integrity.

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 assignments.
• Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
• Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Proverbs 11:1-6.

The above scriptures encourage readers to be people of integrity. List what all readers, including you, should shun from the verses.

i. …
ii. …
iii. …
iv….
v. …

As people of integrity, we are to embrace righteousness and humility.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE ESSENCE

A. What integrity does

1. Integrity is a personality trait that does not make a person waiver (Isaiah 33:15).

2. It provides an avenue to demonstrate our reliability to all (1 Samuel 12:3-4).

B. Characteristics of people of integrity:

1. People of integrity honour commitments and keep promises (Joshua 2:12-14; 6:22-23).
2. They recognise their fallibility; take responsibility for failures and try to rectify same (Genesis 26:9-11)
3. They are also naturally consistent in every area of life (Luke 16:10)-

C. The Bible has records of people who exhibited integrity. They include:

1. Abimelech, the King of Gerar (Genesis 20:3-Z),
2. Joseph (Genesis 47:14),
3. Samuel (1 Samuel 12:3-4),
4. King David (1 Kings 9:4),
5. Job (Job 2:3, 9-10),
6. Paul (Acts 20:33-34), and
7. Our Lord Jesus Christ (John 14:30).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention a person of integrity in your class.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: ERODING FACTORS

The following are some of the factors that can erode integrity:

1. The quick-fix mentality for worldly gains (2 Kings 5:20-23).

2. Preoccupation with gratifying desires resulting in lust (1 John 2:16-17).

3. Crave for material wealth at the expense of loyalty (Matthew 26:14-16).

4. Inability to maintain a consistent lifestyle (Galatians 2:11-14).

5. Misappropriation of God’s mercy and grace as an excuse for careless living and moral laxity (Romans 6:1-2)

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

How are you trying to keep your integrity?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 25 January 2026

Integrity helps us to be upright.

EVALUATION:
Give five reasons for integrity.

CLOSING PRAYER:
God, please help me to be a Christian with integrity.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 21

Give five (5) points to distinguish between an upright (righteous) and a corrupt person (1×10=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 20 topic: MANAGING RESOURCES

Date: 18 January 2026

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT MANUAL LESSON 20 (18 JANUARY 2026)

TOPIC: MANAGING RESOURCES

BIBLE PASSAGE: Genesis 39:2-4

2 And the Lord was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian.
3 And his master saw that the Lord was with him, and that the Lord made all that he did to prosper in his hand.
4 And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.” Matthew 25:16.

INTRODUCTION

Resources in general are anything that is useful and adds value to life. This could be air, water, metals, minerals, animals, plants, humans, etc. (Genesis 1:29-30).

God in His mercies has endowed every society with human and natural resources which enable them to produce the goods and services needed for their survival and prosperity (Kings 5:6).

Resources can be grouped into three; capital resources, natural resources and human resources. Our focus in this lesson is on how to effectively manage the resources that surround us.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: MANAGING CAPITAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES

A. Capital and natural resources in our care must be properly accounted for (Genesis 31:38-40). This shows:

1. A high level of responsibility in making sure that the resources are fully maximised.

2. Resources are to be properly controlled and used (Genesis 1:28-30). For instance,
i. Money as a capital resource must be spent wisely and multiplied through investment (Luke 19:12-16).
ii. Abusing resources through any torm of wastage is gross indiscipline and dis-service to humanity (Proverbs 21:20; Luke 15:11-14).

B. Resource management also comes with a high level of integrity; irrespective of the number of resources in our care we must be honest about the way we dispense them (1 Samuel 12:3). Hence:

1. It is expedient that we take proper care and be productive with the resources in our sphere of influence (Genesis 30:29-30; Genesis 39:3).

2. We need to know that we are holding forth for any resource in our care; we shall all give account (Matthew 25:19).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention how to manage a business capital.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: MANAGING PEOPLE

A. Every creature of God is useful if properly discovered and engaged appropriately (Judges 11:7-8; Ephesians 3:7-8). This is evident in the case of:

1. The four lepers were regarded as outcasts but God used them to bring succour to the nation of Israel in the time of tamine (2 Kings 7:8-9).

2. Mighty men of David: we must harness the strength of the people society may regard as invalid and turn them from dross into silver (1 Samuel 22:1-2; 1 Chronicles 11:10-11).

3. Peter: Bring out the best in everyone just as Jesus turned timid Peter into a bold evangelist (Luke 22:55-61; Acts 2:14; Acts 4:13).

4. People of Jerusalem: Manage people well; Nehemiah did these with the people of Jerusalem and got results (Nehemiah 2:18; 4:1Z; 12:27).

B. Humans are created with varying talents; these gifts should be discovered and used to the optimum.

1. When humans are inspired, they will delightfully work effectively (Nehemiah 2:17-18).

2. Discover people’s strengths and leverage them while you help them work on their weaknesses (Acts 18:24-26).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Can you remember the impact of a good leader you once had?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 18 January 2026

Every resource must be seen as a gift that must be well managed to bless others.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 20

Students should identify five (5) ways people can be managed (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 20 topic: MANAGING RESOURCES

Date: 18 January 2026

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS MANUAL LESSON 20 (18 JANUARY 2026)

TOPIC: MANAGING RESOURCES

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, help me to be prudent with resources in Jesus’ name.

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

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Genesis 39:2-4

2 And the Lord was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian.
3 And his master saw that the Lord was with him, and that the Lord made all that he did to prosper in his hand.
4 And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.” Matthew 25:16.

INTRODUCTION

Resources in general are anything that is useful and adds value to life. This could be air, water, metals, minerals, animals, plants, humans, etc. (Genesis 1:29-30).

God in His mercies has endowed every society with human and natural resources which enable them to produce the goods and services needed for their survival and prosperity (Kings 5:6).

Resources can be grouped into three; capital resources, natural resources and human resources. Our focus in this lesson is on how to effectively manage the resources that surround us.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To build managerial skills in students.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Define resources.
• Mention how to manage resources.
• Mention how to manage people.

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 assignments.
• Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
• Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Genesis 39:2-4.

Joseph prospered in his master’s house because God was with him. This made his master to favour him and appoint him overseer over his house.

Read verses 3 and 4 and write out the qualities you can find in Joseph:

i. …
ii. …
iii. ….
iv. …..

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: MANAGING CAPITAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES

A. Capital and natural resources in our care must be properly accounted for (Genesis 31:38-40). This shows:

1. A high level of responsibility in making sure that the resources are fully maximised.

2. Resources are to be properly controlled and used (Genesis 1:28-30). For instance,
i. Money as a capital resource must be spent wisely and multiplied through investment (Luke 19:12-16).
ii. Abusing resources through any torm of wastage is gross indiscipline and dis-service to humanity (Proverbs 21:20; Luke 15:11-14).

B. Resource management also comes with a high level of integrity; irrespective of the number of resources in our care we must be honest about the way we dispense them (1 Samuel 12:3). Hence:

1. It is expedient that we take proper care and be productive with the resources in our sphere of influence (Genesis 30:29-30; Genesis 39:3).

2. We need to know that we are holding forth for any resource in our care; we shall all give account (Matthew 25:19).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention how to manage a business capital.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: MANAGING PEOPLE

A. Every creature of God is useful if properly discovered and engaged appropriately (Judges 11:7-8; Ephesians 3:7-8). This is evident in the case of:

1. The four lepers were regarded as outcasts but God used them to bring succour to the nation of Israel in the time of tamine (2 Kings 7:8-9).

2. Mighty men of David: we must harness the strength of the people society may regard as invalid and turn them from dross into silver (1 Samuel 22:1-2; 1 Chronicles 11:10-11).

3. Peter: Bring out the best in everyone just as Jesus turned timid Peter into a bold evangelist (Luke 22:55-61; Acts 2:14; Acts 4:13).

4. People of Jerusalem: Manage people well; Nehemiah did these with the people of Jerusalem and got results (Nehemiah 2:18; 4:1Z; 12:27).

B. Humans are created with varying talents; these gifts should be discovered and used to the optimum.

1. When humans are inspired, they will delightfully work effectively (Nehemiah 2:17-18).

2. Discover people’s strengths and leverage them while you help them work on their weaknesses (Acts 18:24-26).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Can you remember the impact of a good leader you once had?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 18 January 2026

Every resource must be seen as a gift that must be well managed to bless others.

EVALUATION:
Mention the three groups of resources stated above.

CLOSING PRAYER:
Lord, make me a good manager of resources in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 20

Students should identify five (5) ways people can be managed (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 19 topic: MAINTAIN EXCELLENCE

Date: 11 January 2026

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT MANUAL LESSON 19 (11 JANUARY 2026)

TOPIC: MAINTAIN EXCELLENCE

BIBLE PASSAGE: Daniel 6:1-4

1 It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty princes, which should be over the whole kingdom;
2 And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give accounts unto them, and the king should have no damage.
3 Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm.
4 Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they could find none occasion nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.” 1 Corinthians 10:12.

INTRODUCTION

Reaching the top in any area of life whether in spiritual growth, career, ministry, relationships, etc. is a great achievement. However, staying at the top requires as much dedication as it took to get there (1 Corinthians 9:24-27). Without diligence and balance, one can easily slip from a place of excellence. In this lesson, we will explore how to maintain excellence.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: BIBLICAL SOURCE

A. The Bible establishes excellence as a core value rooted in God’s nature (Job 37:23). For instance:

i. God demonstrated excellence by creating the world with order, purpose and beauty (Genesis 1:31).

ii. As God’s children, we are called to imitate Him in all things, excellence inclusive (Ephesians 5:1).

B. Excellence is linked with wisdom (Daniel 5:14) and moral integrity (Daniel 6:2-3).

i. Daniel and Joseph showed excellence in their character and work and these opened doors for them to serve God and others in positions of influence (Daniel 1:8, 20; Genesis 39:7-9).

ii. Thus, the biblical foundation for excellence not only glorifies God but also reflects His transformative power in a believer’s life (Daniel 5:11-12).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention how an individual can attain excellence.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: THE METHODS

Excellence is not achieved overnight; it requires thoughtful approaches and strategies to preserve and sustain it. The following are some ways to safeguard excellence.

1. Stay anchored in God’s purpose. When we stay grounded in God’s resolve for our lives, we avoid pride and worldly distractions (Luke 12:16-21).

2.  Pray, study the word, and listen to the Holy Spirit as He leads in every step. This is important (Mark 13:33; 2 Peter 1:10).

3. Set boundaries in every area: work, family, ministry, and personal growth. Prioritising balance in your daily life helps to avoid burnout (Ecclesiastes 3:1; Ecclesiastes 4:6). This is because true excellence includes caring for your physical body, as it is the temple of the Holy Spirit (Corinthians 6:19-20).

4. Maintain healthy relationships (1 Timothy 6:18).

5. Stay humble: Be open to learning and improving yourself (James 4:6; Proverbs 11:14).

6. Use your position to serve others with a heart of compassion (Philippians2:3-4).

7. Mentor those who are coming up behind you. Share your knowledge and resources, and encourage others in their journey (2 Timothy 2:2; Matthew 20:28).

8. Remain diligent and vigilant (1 Corinthians 10:12). Avoid laziness or overconfidence, and keep pressing forward, knowing that excellence is a continuous journey (Proverbs 12:24).

9. Renew your commitment to excellence, set new goals and seek ways to grow spiritually, professionally, and personally (Philippians 3:12-14).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

The class should discuss if it is possible to be faultless like Daniel.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 11 January 2026

Maintaining excellence requires balance, humility, focus and a heart anchored in God’s purpose.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 19

Students should identify five (5) methods through which they can safeguard excellence (2×5=10 Marks).

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