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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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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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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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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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Today’s Lesson 19 topic: MAINTAIN EXCELLENCE

Date: 11 January 2026

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TOPIC: MAINTAIN EXCELLENCE

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, help me to excel in life.

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

BIBLE READING

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.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage the students to embrace the culture of excellence.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Describe God as the source of excellence.
• Highlight the methods of maintaining excellence.

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 assignments.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Daniel 6:1-4.

King Darius decided to set 120 Princes over his kingdom and three Presidents to oversee the Princes. He also made Daniel the head of the three Presidents. The King preferred Daniel above all the Princes and Presidents because an excellent spirit was in him. He therefore thought to set Daniel over the whole realm.

Read verse 4 and mention how Daniel maintained ex-cellence.

i. ……….
i. ……..
iii. …….

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

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 Teachers Manual 11 January 2026

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

EVALUATION:
What should be believers’ disposition to excellence?

CLOSING PRAYER:
Lord, help me to maintain excellence in all my endeavours in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 19

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

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Today’s Lesson 18 topic: THE ATTITUDE OF THANKSGIVING

Date: 4 January 2026

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TOPIC: THE ATTITUDE OF THANKSGIVING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalm 95:1-6

1 O come, let us sing unto the Lord: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.
2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.
3 For the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods.
4 In his hand are the deep places of the earth: the strength of the hills is his also.
5 The sea is his, and he made it: and his hands formed the dry land.
6 O come, let us worship and bow down: let us kneel before the Lord our maker.

MEMORY VERSE:

“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18.

INTRODUCTION

As we begin the New Year, we need to count our blessings and take on the attitude of thanksgiving. Our hope will be renewed when we remember past blessings and receive the future with gratitude (Psalm 65:11). So, we must cultivate the habit of giving thanks rather than complaining (Psalm 107:21-22).

LESSON OUTLINE 1: GOD IS THE SOURCE

A. God is the source of all good things (James 1:17; Deuteronomy 26:11).

1. He created them all for His pleasure (Revelation 4:11).

2. He provides, protects and preserves His own (Psalm 23:1-5).

3. He empowers and blesses the diligent (Deuteronomy 8:18; Proverbs 10:22).

4. His care for us is unique (Matthew 10:29-31) even when we do not understand His ways and our testimony seems delayed (Isaiah 55:8-9; Psalm 30:5b).

5. He makes all things beautiful in His time (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

B. We will be ingrates if we fail to acknowledge these and many more (Psalm 8:4-6). This is why the apostle Paul admonishes us to give thanks to God in everything (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention some other reasons we should thank God.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: BE THANKFUL

A. God is good (Psalm 73:1; 106:1). When something evil happens, it is not authored by God though He knows about it (1 Corinthians 14:33; James 1:13). We must realise that God makes all things work together for good for His children (Romans 8:28).

B. If we take stock of His goodness and mercy in our lives, we will discover that the best thing to do is to make thanksgiving part of our everyday life and not an occasional activity (Psalm 34:1).

C. Therefore, believers must choose to focus on the positives of life (not the negatives) and be thanktul to God, in all things and at all times (2 Samuel 22:47-50; Ephesians 5:20). This is a call to rise above discour-agement, doubt, envy, and self-pity to reach a new level of hope for the blessings which the Lord will pour upon us (Psalm 42:5).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Sing a beautiful song of thanksgiving to God.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 4 January 2026

Live a life of thanksgiving.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 18

Students should mention five (5) reasons they should be thankful (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 18 topic: THE ATTITUDE OF THANKSGIVING

Date: 4 January 2026

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS MANUAL LESSON 18 (4 JANUARY 2026)

TOPIC: THE ATTITUDE OF THANKSGIVING

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, thank You for the gift of a beautiful year in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
The teacher should welcome the class to the New Year.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalm 95:1-6

1 O come, let us sing unto the Lord: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.
2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.
3 For the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods.
4 In his hand are the deep places of the earth: the strength of the hills is his also.
5 The sea is his, and he made it: and his hands formed the dry land.
6 O come, let us worship and bow down: let us kneel before the Lord our maker.

MEMORY VERSE:

“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18.

INTRODUCTION

As we begin the New Year, we need to count our blessings and take on the attitude of thanksgiving. Our hope will be renewed when we remember past blessings and receive the future with gratitude (Psalm 65:11). So, we must cultivate the habit of giving thanks rather than complaining (Psalm 107:21-22).

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To encourage the students to embrace the culture of thanksgiving.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson, students should be able to:

• Declare that God is the source of all good things.
• Proclaim that God is good.

TEACHING PLAN:

1. 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 assignments.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignments.

TEXT REVIEW: Psalm 95:1-6.

A. The Psalmist encourages all readers to do certain things in verses 1 and 2:

1. Sing unto the LORD.

2. …………..

3. …………..

4. ………….

B. Why should we do all these? Read verses 3 to 5:

1. ……………

2. …………..

3. ………….

4. ………….

C. How can we worship God?

1. ………

2. ……..

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: GOD IS THE SOURCE

A. God is the source of all good things (James 1:17; Deuteronomy 26:11).

1. He created them all for His pleasure (Revelation 4:11).

2. He provides, protects and preserves His own (Psalm 23:1-5).

3. He empowers and blesses the diligent (Deuteronomy 8:18; Proverbs 10:22).

4. His care for us is unique (Matthew 10:29-31) even when we do not understand His ways and our testimony seems delayed (Isaiah 55:8-9; Psalm 30:5b).

5. He makes all things beautiful in His time (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

B. We will be ingrates if we fail to acknowledge these and many more (Psalm 8:4-6). This is why the apostle Paul admonishes us to give thanks to God in everything (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Mention some other reasons we should thank God.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: BE THANKFUL

A. God is good (Psalm 73:1; 106:1). When something evil happens, it is not authored by God though He knows about it (1 Corinthians 14:33; James 1:13). We must realise that God makes all things work together for good for His children (Romans 8:28).

B. If we take stock of His goodness and mercy in our lives, we will discover that the best thing to do is to make thanksgiving part of our everyday life and not an occasional activity (Psalm 34:1).

C. Therefore, believers must choose to focus on the positives of life (not the negatives) and be thanktul to God, in all things and at all times (2 Samuel 22:47-50; Ephesians 5:20). This is a call to rise above discour-agement, doubt, envy, and self-pity to reach a new level of hope for the blessings which the Lord will pour upon us (Psalm 42:5).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Sing a beautiful song of thanksgiving to God.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 4 January 2026

Live a life of thanksgiving.

EVALUATION:
Who should take the credit for all achievements in a man’s life?

CLOSING PRAYER:
Father Lord, I thank You for my existence.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 18

Students should mention five (5) reasons they should be thankful (2×5=10 Marks).

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