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RCCG Sunday School Student manual for the adult class.

Today’s Lesson 30 topic: SEASONS OF LIFE

Date: 29 March 2026

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TOPIC: SEASONS OF LIFE

BIBLE PASSAGE: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;
3 A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up;
4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
5 A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;

6 A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;
7 A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
8 A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.

MEMORY VERSE:

“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1.

INTRODUCTION

There are seasons of life. We must all admit that seasons of our lives will continue to change for as long as the Lord keeps us alive to witness them (Genesis 8:22).

We will, therefore, be wise if we constantly remind ourselves that no matter what we are passing through, there will be a change because change in life is constant.

Accepting this obvious fact once and for all will make us enjoy life itself. It is, therefore, important for us to understand God’s role and how to live consciously.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: GOD’S ROLE

From the very beginning of the creation of this earth, the Almighty God Himself made sure that there was balance (not uniformity) in His creation:

1. He made light and darkness, day and night, male and female, etc. (Genesis 1:5, 27).

2. The differences in creation eradicated potential boredom. Can you imagine a world in which man experiences only darkness?

All these different seasons are what make life interesting (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

1. The season of joy comes when we celebrate success, victory, breakthrough, promotion, good achievements, etc. (Psalm 118:24).

2. The season of sorrow causes sadness, grief and lamentations as a result of loss, failure, defeats, demotion, betrayal, etc. (Psalm 116:3).

3. A season of abundance comes with so much available to use and even share (Isaiah 7:22; 1 Kings 10:27) with others.

4. One can also experience a season of lack and struggle (2 Kings 6:25-30).

5. A season of health comes with physical fitness and a sound mind (Psalm 105:37; Genesis 43:28).

6. Season of sickness can be filled with pain, ache, and discomfort (2 Kings 20:1; John 11:1-3).

Other seasons may include:

1. A season of progress and a season of stagnation (Exodus 14:1-3, 13-16).

2. A season of growth and a season of deterioration (Genesis 41:29-31).

3. A season of strength and a season of weakness (1 Kings 19:1-3).

4. A season of answered prayers and a season of waiting/unanswered prayers (Job 14:14-15; 2 Corinthians 12:9.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Discuss why you think God allows varying seasons.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: LIVE CONSCIOUSLY

Knowing that there are seasons in life gives us hope that no matter the conditions that we are in, there will always be a change (Job 14:14). Therefore,

1. We should not despair if the season we are in is not as bright and as promising as we would have liked it to be (2 Corinthians 4:8).

2. A new season is on its way (Psalm 30:5).

3. The new season will usher in beauty for ashes, unspeakable joy and blessings (Isaiah 61:3).

Believers must prepare for all seasons of life (Job 2:10).

1. Pray for a good season.

2. Always rejoice in the fact that all things (seasons) work together for our good (Romans 8:28).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

With a relevant scripture, students should assure one another that a bad season will not be forever.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 29 March 2026

Believers are not immune to negative seasons but are blessed with the assurance of God’s presence even when it does not look or feel like it (Isaiah 35:4).

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 30

Mention five (5) seasons that people go through in life (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 30 topic: SEASONS OF LIFE

Date: 29 March 2026

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TOPIC: SEASONS OF LIFE

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, help me to comprehend and manage the varying seasons of my life in Jesus’ name.

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

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted;
3 A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up;
4 A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
5 A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;

6 A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away;
7 A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
8 A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.

MEMORY VERSE:

“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1.

INTRODUCTION

There are seasons of life. We must all admit that seasons of our lives will continue to change for as long as the Lord keeps us alive to witness them (Genesis 8:22).

We will, therefore, be wise if we constantly remind ourselves that no matter what we are passing through, there will be a change because change in life is constant.

Accepting this obvious fact once and for all will make us enjoy life itself. It is, therefore, important for us to understand God’s role and how to live consciously.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To remind the church that life consists of various seasons.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Understand life’s changing seasons.
• Recognise and adapt to these changes.
• Apply faith and patience through different phases in life.

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 3:1-8

The passage reminds us that life is a series of ups and downs; each with its timing and purpose under heaven. V1

i. ..V2
ii. .V3
iii. … V4
iv..V5
v. …V6
vi. …V7
vii. A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace, V8.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: GOD’S ROLE

A. From the very beginning of the creation of this earth, the Almighty God Himself made sure that there was balance (not uniformity) in His creation:

1. He made light and darkness, day and night, male and female, etc. (Genesis 1:5, 27).

2. The differences in creation eradicated potential boredom. Can you imagine a world in which man experiences only darkness?

B. All these different seasons are what make life interesting (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

1. The season of joy comes when we celebrate success, victory, breakthrough, promotion, good achievements, etc. (Psalm 118:24).

2. The season of sorrow causes sadness, grief and lamentations as a result of loss, failure, defeats, demotion, betrayal, etc. (Psalm 116:3).

3. A season of abundance comes with so much available to use and even share (Isaiah 7:22; 1 Kings 10:27) with others.

4. One can also experience a season of lack and struggle (2 Kings 6:25-30).

5. A season of health comes with physical fitness and a sound mind (Psalm 105:37; Genesis 43:28).

6. Season of sickness can be filled with pain, ache, and discomfort (2 Kings 20:1; John 11:1-3).

C. Other seasons may include:

1. A season of progress and a season of stagnation (Exodus 14:1-3, 13-16).

2. A season of growth and a season of deterioration (Genesis 41:29-31).

3. A season of strength and a season of weakness (1 Kings 19:1-3).

4. A season of answered prayers and a season of waiting/unanswered prayers (Job 14:14-15; 2 Corinthians 12:9.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Discuss why you think God allows varying seasons.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: LIVE CONSCIOUSLY

A. Knowing that there are seasons in life gives us hope that no matter the conditions that we are in, there will always be a change (Job 14:14). Therefore,

1. We should not despair if the season we are in is not as bright and as promising as we would have liked it to be (2 Corinthians 4:8).

2. A new season is on its way (Psalm 30:5).

3. The new season will usher in beauty for ashes, unspeakable joy and blessings (Isaiah 61:3).

B. Believers must prepare for all seasons of life (Job 2:10).

1. Pray for a good season.

2. Always rejoice in the fact that all things (seasons) work together for our good (Romans 8:28).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

With a relevant scripture, students should assure one another that a bad season will not be forever.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 29 March 2026

Believers are not immune to negative seasons but are blessed with the assurance of God’s presence even when it does not look or feel like it (Isaiah 35:4).

EVALUATION:
Mention two ways believers should view a new season.

CLOSING PRAYER:
Father, help me to be sensitive and trust You through every season that comes my way in the mighty name of Jesus.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 30

Mention five (5) seasons that people go through in life (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 29 topic: MEN OF ISSACHAR

Date: 22 March 2026

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TOPIC: MEN OF ISSACHAR

BIBLE PASSAGE: Daniel 2:20-23

20 Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his:
21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:
22 He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him.
23 I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now what we desired of thee: for thou hast now made known unto us the king’s matter.

MEMORY VERSE:

“And of the children of Issachar, which were men that had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do; the heads of them were two hundred; and all their brethren were at their commandment.” 1 Chronicles 12:32.

INTRODUCTION

Issachar was the fifth son of Jacob and Leah, and the ninth son overall of the patriarch (Genesis 30:17-18). He had four sons (Genesis 46:13), and went with his father to Egypt, where he died and was buried.

Afterwards, his descendants formed one of the tribes of Israel. By the end of the wanderings of Israel through the Sinai desert, they numbered 64,300 fighting men (Numbers 26:23-25). What is most evident is that by the time of David, they were known supremely for their wisdom. They understood the “signs of the times” and how best to live in light of them (1 Chronicles 7:1-5; 12:32).

LESSON OUTLINE 1: UNDERSTAND TIMES AND SEASONS

A. The Bible tells us that:

i There are various seasons (Genesis 8:22; Ecclesiastes 3:1-8).

ii. Times and seasons are in God’s hands and can change (Daniel 2:21a).

B. To navigate times and seasons,

i. God gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding (Daniel 2:21c).

ii. He reveals the deep and secret things to His children (Deuteronomy 29:29; Daniel 2:22).

iii. The Men of Issachar had an understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do. It takes a mature believer to discern the times (Hebrews 5:14).

C. “Understanding the times” also refers to:

i. Having insight into current circumstances, trends, and seasons in which we live (Romans 13:11).

ii. It involves being aware of the cultural, political, social, and spiritual climate (Daniel 2:21-28), and recognising opportunities and challenges (1 Timothy 4:1-3).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Do you have a different or additional insight about “understanding of times”? Share with the class.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: KNOW WHAT TO DO

The men of Issachar understood the signs of the times and knew how to live in the light of them.

To know what to do is to be full of ideas and skills, vision-driven, and strategies. It is the ability to:

1. Make informed decisions: Go back to school (get a degree, master’s, PhD), attend conferences, learn a trade, acquire a skill, etc. (Genesis 26:1-3).
2. Respond appropriately to challenges and opportunities (Genesis 26:12-22; Matthew 2:13-14; John 2:3-5).
3. Be wise and authentic: live a life of impact for the cause of Christ (1 Peter 3:10-11).
4. Engage in kingdom activities (Matthew 6:33).
5. Fulfil your purpose and calling (John 18:37).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

How do you bring pleasure to God?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 22 March 2026

The men of Issachar were sought after for counsel on political and spiritual matters and they played an important role in the leadership of Israel. You can be like them.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 29

To be like the men of Issachar, state five (5) things to do (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 29 topic: MEN OF ISSACHAR

Date: 22 March 2026

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TOPIC: MEN OF ISSACHAR

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, teach me to walk circumspectly in Jesus’ name.

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

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Daniel 2:20-23

20 Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his:
21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:
22 He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him.
23 I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now what we desired of thee: for thou hast now made known unto us the king’s matter.

MEMORY VERSE:

“And of the children of Issachar, which were men that had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do; the heads of them were two hundred; and all their brethren were at their commandment.” 1 Chronicles 12:32.

INTRODUCTION

Issachar was the fifth son of Jacob and Leah, and the ninth son overall of the patriarch (Genesis 30:17-18). He had four sons (Genesis 46:13), and went with his father to Egypt, where he died and was buried.

Afterwards, his descendants formed one of the tribes of Israel. By the end of the wanderings of Israel through the Sinai desert, they numbered 64,300 fighting men (Numbers 26:23-25). What is most evident is that by the time of David, they were known supremely for their wisdom. They understood the “signs of the times” and how best to live in light of them (1 Chronicles 7:1-5; 12:32).

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage believers to emulate the Men of Issachar by understanding the times and knowing what to do in various circumstances.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Highlight the significance of understanding times and seasons.
• Emphasize the importance of wisdom and knowledge in discerning the times.
• Provide practical steps on how to make informed decisions and respond appropriately to challenges and opportunities.
• Live impactful lives for the cause of Christ.
• Engage in kingdom activities and fulfil purpose.

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: Daniel 2:20-23

In this passage, Daniel blessed God for wisdom and might and His sovereignty over times and seasons:

1. Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his: …… V20.

2. And he changeth the times and the seasons: he re-moveth kings, and setteth up kings, ……. V21.

3. He giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding: …….. V21b.

4. …..V22

5. …… V23.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: UNDERSTAND TIMES AND SEASONS

A. The Bible tells us that:

i There are various seasons (Genesis 8:22; Ecclesiastes 3:1-8).

ii. Times and seasons are in God’s hands and can change (Daniel 2:21a).

B. To navigate times and seasons,

i. God gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding (Daniel 2:21c).

ii. He reveals the deep and secret things to His children (Deuteronomy 29:29; Daniel 2:22).

iii. The Men of Issachar had an understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do. It takes a mature believer to discern the times (Hebrews 5:14).

C. “Understanding the times” also refers to:

i. Having insight into current circumstances, trends, and seasons in which we live (Romans 13:11).

ii. It involves being aware of the cultural, political, social, and spiritual climate (Daniel 2:21-28), and recognising opportunities and challenges (1 Timothy 4:1-3).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Do you have a different or additional insight about “understanding of times”? Share with the class.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: KNOW WHAT TO DO

The men of Issachar understood the signs of the times and knew how to live in the light of them.

To know what to do is to be full of ideas and skills, vision-driven, and strategies. It is the ability to:

1. Make informed decisions: Go back to school (get a degree, master’s, PhD), attend conferences, learn a trade, acquire a skill, etc. (Genesis 26:1-3).
2. Respond appropriately to challenges and opportunities (Genesis 26:12-22; Matthew 2:13-14; John 2:3-5).
3. Be wise and authentic: live a life of impact for the cause of Christ (1 Peter 3:10-11).
4. Engage in kingdom activities (Matthew 6:33).
5. Fulfil your purpose and calling (John 18:37).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

How do you bring pleasure to God?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 22 March 2026

The men of Issachar were sought after for counsel on political and spiritual matters and they played an important role in the leadership of Israel. You can be like them.

EVALUATION:
Highlight three things that knowing what to do could mean.

CLOSING PRAYER:
Father, help me to understand times and seasons and know what to do per time in Jesus’ mighty name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 29

To be like the men of Issachar, state five (5) things to do (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 28 topic: LOVERS OF PLEASURES

Date: 15 March 2026

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TOPIC: LOVERS OF PLEASURES

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Peter 2:13-14

13 And shall receive the reward of unrighteousness, as they that count it pleasure to riot in the day time. Spots they are and blemishes, sporting themselves with their own deceivings while they feast with you;
14 Having eyes full of adultery, and that cannot cease from sin; beguiling unstable souls: an heart they have exercised with covetous practices; cursed children:

MEMORY VERSE:

“Traitors, heady, high-minded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God.” 2 Timothy 3:4.

INTRODUCTION

Lovers of pleasures are those who have invariably turned sensual pleasures, sensual gratifications, etc. to their god and therefore love and serve them instead of God. These people live for pleasure without restraints and are inordinately concerned with their interests above others.

Paul, in 2 Timothy 3:1-4 states, lovers of pleasures as a sign of the last days. He used the Greek word “philodonos” meaning “lovers of pleasures” to emphasise that society will become engrossed and obsessed with the pursuit of their comfort, happiness and pleasure. We shall examine the dangers of sensual pleasures and remind ourselves of how to bring pleasure to God.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: DANGERS OF SENSUAL PLEASURES

Sensual pleasure is a carnal or worldly pleasure that naturally extinguishes all love and sense of God (2 Timothy 3:4-5). These fleshly lusts portend a lot of threats to its practitioners and those around them.

Some dangers are:

i. The word of God has no root in them because of the cares of this world and love for the pleasures of life (Luke 8:14).

ii. They are careless in the way they live (Isaiah 47:8). This incessant love for pleasures often results in poverty (Proverbs 21:12).

iii. They are sold out to lustful desires (Titus 3:3). 

iv. A blind eye is turned to God’s judgement (Romans 1:32).

v. These people will be judged because they take pleasure in sin (2 Thessalonians 2:12; 1 John 5:17a). 

vi. It is rather unfortunate that these people are dead while they live (Romans 8:6; 1 Timothy 5:6).

vii. The reward of unrighteousness awaits them (2 Peter 2:13).

Furthermore, those who take pleasure in fleshly lusts are not subject to God’s law (Romans 8:7):

i. Their growth is stunted as they refuse to leave the baby stage and still exhibit other carnal traits like strife, envy, etc. (1 Corinthians 3:1-3).

ii They are self-gratifiers (Philippians 2:21) who run after mundane and earthly things and their god is their belly (Philippians 3:18-19; Numbers 11:4).

iii. When every man is eager only for what he can get, and anxious to keep what he has, it makes men dangerous to one another.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Share an experience you know or have heard about any danger of sensual pleasures.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: CREATED FOR GOD’S PLEASURE

Revelation 4:11 discloses that we were created for God’s pleasure and we are to give Him glory and honour all the time.

i. One of the ways to give God glory is to acknowledge Him in all that we do (Proverbs 3:6; Jeremiah 9:23-24); when this is done in complete obedience, it is accompanied by prosperity (Job 36:11).

ii. We honour God when we surrender totally to Him (Psalm 37:5; 55:22).

We also give pleasure to God when we do the following:

i. Live uprightly (1 Chronicles 29:17).

ii. Stay away from anything that defiles (Ezra 10:11). 

iii. Trust Him (Psalm 36:7-8).

iv. Do His will (Psalm 103:21).

v. Seek to know Him for His greatness (Psalm 111:2). 

vi. Fear Him and hope in His mercy (Psalm 147:10-11).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

How do you bring pleasure to God?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 15 March 2026

Love God and serve Him passionately; carnal pleasure is enmity against God. Love not the world!

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 28

Identify five (5) things people are obsessed with in an attempt to live comfortably (2×5=10 Marks)

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Today’s Lesson 28 topic: LOVERS OF PLEASURES

Date: 15 March 2026

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TOPIC: LOVERS OF PLEASURES

OPENING PRAYER:
Lord, teach me how to please and love You in Jesus’ name.

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

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Peter 2:13-14

13 And shall receive the reward of unrighteousness, as they that count it pleasure to riot in the day time. Spots they are and blemishes, sporting themselves with their own deceivings while they feast with you;
14 Having eyes full of adultery, and that cannot cease from sin; beguiling unstable souls: an heart they have exercised with covetous practices; cursed children:

MEMORY VERSE:

“Traitors, heady, high-minded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God.” 2 Timothy 3:4.

INTRODUCTION

Lovers of pleasures are those who have invariably turned sensual pleasures, sensual gratifications, etc. to their god and therefore love and serve them instead of God. These people live for pleasure without restraints and are inordinately concerned with their interests above others.

Paul, in 2 Timothy 3:1-4 states, lovers of pleasures as a sign of the last days. He used the Greek word “philodonos” meaning “lovers of pleasures” to emphasise that society will become engrossed and obsessed with the pursuit of their comfort, happiness and pleasure. We shall examine the dangers of sensual pleasures and remind ourselves of how to bring pleasure to God.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To examine the dangers of sensual pleasures and to remind believers of how to bring pleasure to God.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Define lovers of pleasures and the characteristics associated with them.
• Highlight the dangers and negative consequences of indulging in sensual pleasures.
• Explain the importance of being created for God’s pleasure and how to live a life that pleases Him.
• Emphasise the need to love and serve God passionately rather than pursuing carnal pleasures.

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: 2 Peter 2:13-14

The above verses describe the behaviour and fate of those who indulge in unrighteousness and sensual pleasures. The passage highlights the consequences of living for pleasures rather than for God.

i. And shall receive……………… V13.
ii. Having eyes full of adultery… ……V14.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: DANGERS OF SENSUAL PLEASURES

1. Sensual pleasure is a carnal or worldly pleasure that naturally extinguishes all love and sense of God (2 Timothy 3:4-5). These fleshly lusts portend a lot of threats to its practitioners and those around them.

2. Some dangers are:

i. The word of God has no root in them because of the cares of this world and love for the pleasures of life (Luke 8:14).

ii. They are careless in the way they live (Isaiah 47:8). This incessant love for pleasures often results in poverty (Proverbs 21:12).

iii. They are sold out to lustful desires (Titus 3:3). 

iv. A blind eye is turned to God’s judgement (Romans 1:32).

v. These people will be judged because they take pleasure in sin (2 Thessalonians 2:12; 1 John 5:17a). 

vi. It is rather unfortunate that these people are dead while they live (Romans 8:6; 1 Timothy 5:6). vii. The reward of unrighteousness awaits them (2 Peter 2:13).

3. Furthermore, those who take pleasure in fleshly lusts are not subject to God’s law (Romans 8:7):

i. Their growth is stunted as they refuse to leave the baby stage and still exhibit other carnal traits like strife, envy, etc. (1 Corinthians 3:1-3).

ii They are self-gratifiers (Philippians 2:21) who run after mundane and earthly things and their god is their belly (Philippians 3:18-19; Numbers 11:4).

iii. When every man is eager only for what he can get, and anxious to keep what he has, it makes men dangerous to one another.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Share an experience you know or have heard about any danger of sensual pleasures.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: CREATED FOR GOD’S PLEASURE

1. Revelation 4:11 discloses that we were created for God’s pleasure and we are to give Him glory and honour all the time.

i. One of the ways to give God glory is to acknowledge Him in all that we do (Proverbs 3:6; Jeremiah 9:23-24); when this is done in complete obedience, it is accompanied by prosperity (Job 36:11).

ii. We honour God when we surrender totally to Him (Psalm 37:5; 55:22).

2. We also give pleasure to God when we do the following:

i. Live uprightly (1 Chronicles 29:17).

ii. Stay away from anything that defiles (Ezra 10:11). 

iii. Trust Him (Psalm 36:7-8).

iv. Do His will (Psalm 103:21).

v. Seek to know Him for His greatness (Psalm 111:2). 

vi. Fear Him and hope in His mercy (Psalm 147:10-11).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

How do you bring pleasure to God?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 15 March 2026

Love God and serve Him passionately; carnal pleasure is enmity against God. Love not the world!

EVALUATION:
Mention three ways to give God pleasure.

CLOSING PRAYER:
Lord, let my life be pleasing unto You.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 28

Identify five (5) things people are obsessed with in an attempt to live comfortably (2×5=10 Marks)

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RCCG Sunday School Student manual for the adult class.

Today’s Lesson 27 topic: GET RICH QUICK SYNDROME

Date: 8 March 2026

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT MANUAL LESSON 27 (8 March 2026)

TOPIC: GET RICH QUICK SYNDROME

BIBLE PASSAGE: Jeremiah 17:7-11

7 Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord is.
8 For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and that spreadeth out her roots by the river, and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green; and shall not be careful in the year of drought, neither shall cease from yielding fruit.
9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?

10 I the Lord search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings.
11 As the partridge sitteth on eggs, and hatcheth them not; so he that getteth riches, and not by right, shall leave them in the midst of his days, and at his end shall be a fool.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall in-crease.” Proverbs 13:11.

INTRODUCTION

Wealth and living a comfortable life are part of God’s plan for humanity. He created everything – whether as finished products or raw materials – needed for an enjoyable and fulfilled life (Genesis 1:20-22, 24-25; 2:8-9, 16).

The abundance of resources is evident (Ecclesiastes 5:9), yet the lack of patience has driven many, especially youths, to adopt the harmful “get-rich-quick syndrome” to meet their needs. This lesson aims to explore this concept and provide guidance on resisting the temptation to pursue wealth hastily and unethically.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE SYNDROME

A. The get-rich-quick syndrome:

i. Refers to an intense and irrational desire to accumulate wealth rapidly, often without considering the conse-quences.

ii. This overwhelming urge to achieve financial success overnight can drive individuals to engage in unlawful activities such as gambling, Ponzi schemes, cybercrime, armed robbery, selling of body parts, kidnapping, prostitution, drug dealing, advance-fee scam/fraud, etc. (Proverbs 21:6-8).

B. The get-rich-quick syndrome can result in serious negative consequences such as:

i. A rise in crimes like murder, kidnapping, and robbery.
ii. Deterioration in educational standards.
iii. The erosion of traditional values like honesty, hard work, and fairness.
iv. The rapid loss of such wealth (Proverbs 23:4-5).
v. Lack of genuine satisfaction often leads to sudden death (Proverbs 1:18-19).

C. Red flags to watch out for to avoid get-rich-quick scams include:

i. Enticing offers promising large amounts of quick profit without risk.
ii. A stranger who claims to be connected through mutual acquaintances and proposes a business opportunity.
iii. Being asked to use one’s account for transfers, withdrawals, or other financial transactions (Proverbs 1:10).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Give additional grave consequences of get-rich-quick schemes/syndromes.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: RESIST THE URGE

A. As an individual, you can overcome the urge for quick wealth syndrome by:

i. Trusting God to empower and teach you to make wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18; Isaiah 48:1Z).

ii. Assessing your current situation and developing actionable improvement plans (Luke 15:17-19).

iii. Staying diligent and dedicated to your goals (Proverbs 22:29).

iv. Seeking wisdom, practising patience, cultivating contentment, and upholding integrity as you work towards success (Ecclesiastes 7:12; Hebrews 13:5; 1 Timothy 6:6)

B. Society can play a vital role in combating this syndrome by:

i. Educating individuals on its channels of exposure such as social media, newspapers, infomercials, and periodicals.

ii. Focusing on promoting value-based orientation, emphasising that the means matter as much as the ends.

iii. Shifting the spotlight from wealth to integrity by ceasing to glorify individuals with questionable characters flaunting wealth (Psalm 73:3; Proverbs 13:11).

iv. Additionally, creating job opportunities, empowering youths through skill acquisition, and supporting entrepreneurship are crucial steps in addressing this issue.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Give other measures the society can put in place to combat this syndrome.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 8 March 2026

The get-rich-quick syndrome is a plan to make a lot of money in a short time, often with little effort and not minding the risk, beware (1 Timothy 6:10)

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 27

Write five (5) scriptures that caution you from “get rich quick syndrome” and a sentence summary of each of them (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 27 topic: GET RICH QUICK SYNDROME

Date: 8 March 2026

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS MANUAL LESSON 27 (8 March 2026)

TOPIC: GET RICH QUICK SYNDROME

OPENING PRAYER:
Almighty God, help me to follow the right path to get wealth in the name of Jesus.

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

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Jeremiah 17:7-11

7 Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord is.
8 For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and that spreadeth out her roots by the river, and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green; and shall not be careful in the year of drought, neither shall cease from yielding fruit.
9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?

10 I the Lord search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings.
11 As the partridge sitteth on eggs, and hatcheth them not; so he that getteth riches, and not by right, shall leave them in the midst of his days, and at his end shall be a fool.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall in-crease.” Proverbs 13:11.

INTRODUCTION

Wealth and living a comfortable life are part of God’s plan for humanity. He created everything – whether as finished products or raw materials – needed for an enjoyable and fulfilled life (Genesis 1:20-22, 24-25; 2:8-9, 16).

The abundance of resources is evident (Ecclesiastes 5:9), yet the lack of patience has driven many, especially youths, to adopt the harmful “get-rich-quick syndrome” to meet their needs. This lesson aims to explore this concept and provide guidance on resisting the temptation to pursue wealth hastily and unethically.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To explore the concept of the “get-rich-quick syndrome” and provide guidance on resisting the temptation to pursue wealth hastily and illegally.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Define the get-rich-quick syndrome and its characteristics.
• Highlight the negative consequences associated with the get-rich-quick syndrome.
• Identity red flags to get-rich-quick scams.
• Understand strategies for individuals to overcome the urge for quick wealth.

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: Jeremiah 17:7-11

This passage provides a contrast between those who trust in human strength and those who trust in God. It highlights the futility of relying on deceitful means to achieve success and emphasises the importance of trusting God for provision. These contrasts are:

A. Trust in God:

i. Blessed is the man that trusts in the Lord, …..V7.
ii. For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters…… V8.

B. Trust in Man:

i. The heart is deceitful above all things …… V9.
ii. God searches the heart to…V10.

C. The end of the unjust and his wealth: Like a partridge sits on the egg and does not hatch, so it is for him that unjustly gets wealth, he shall leave it amid his days.

In the end, it will prove how foolish they have been. V11.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE SYNDROME

A. The get-rich-quick syndrome:

i. Refers to an intense and irrational desire to accumulate wealth rapidly, often without considering the conse-quences.

ii. This overwhelming urge to achieve financial success overnight can drive individuals to engage in unlawful activities such as gambling, Ponzi schemes, cybercrime, armed robbery, selling of body parts, kidnapping, prostitution, drug dealing, advance-fee scam/fraud, etc. (Proverbs 21:6-8).

B. The get-rich-quick syndrome can result in serious negative consequences such as:

i. A rise in crimes like murder, kidnapping, and robbery.
ii. Deterioration in educational standards.
iii. The erosion of traditional values like honesty, hard work, and fairness.
iv. The rapid loss of such wealth (Proverbs 23:4-5).
v. Lack of genuine satisfaction often leads to sudden death (Proverbs 1:18-19).

C. Red flags to watch out for to avoid get-rich-quick scams include:

i. Enticing offers promising large amounts of quick profit without risk.
ii. A stranger who claims to be connected through mutual acquaintances and proposes a business opportunity.
iii. Being asked to use one’s account for transfers, withdrawals, or other financial transactions (Proverbs 1:10).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Give additional grave consequences of get-rich-quick schemes/syndromes.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: RESIST THE URGE

A. As an individual, you can overcome the urge for quick wealth syndrome by:

i. Trusting God to empower and teach you to make wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18; Isaiah 48:1Z).

ii. Assessing your current situation and developing actionable improvement plans (Luke 15:17-19).

iii. Staying diligent and dedicated to your goals (Proverbs 22:29).

iv. Seeking wisdom, practising patience, cultivating contentment, and upholding integrity as you work towards success (Ecclesiastes 7:12; Hebrews 13:5; 1 Timothy 6:6)

B. Society can play a vital role in combating this syndrome by:

i. Educating individuals on its channels of exposure such as social media, newspapers, infomercials, and periodicals.

ii. Focusing on promoting value-based orientation, emphasising that the means matter as much as the ends.

iii. Shifting the spotlight from wealth to integrity by ceasing to glorify individuals with questionable characters flaunting wealth (Psalm 73:3; Proverbs 13:11).

iv. Additionally, creating job opportunities, empowering youths through skill acquisition, and supporting entrepreneurship are crucial steps in addressing this issue.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Give other measures the society can put in place to combat this syndrome.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 8 March 2026

The get-rich-quick syndrome is a plan to make a lot of money in a short time, often with little effort and not minding the risk, beware (1 Timothy 6:10)

EVALUATION:
Mention three ways to resist the urge to get rich quick syndrome.

CLOSING PRAYER:
Father, I receive the power to get lasting wealth in Jesus’ mighty name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 27

Write five (5) scriptures that caution you from “get rich quick syndrome” and a sentence summary of each of them (2×5=10 Marks).

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