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Today’s Lesson 14 topic: THE EYE GATE

Date: 7 December 2025

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENT MANUAL LESSON 14 (7 DECEMBER 2025)

TOPIC: THE EYE GATE

BIBLE PASSAGE: Luke 11:33-36

33 No man, when he hath lighted a candle, putteth it in a secret place, neither under a bushel, but on a candlestick, that they which come in may see the light.
34 The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body also is full of light; but when thine eye is evil, thy body also is full of darkness.
35 Take heed therefore that the light which is in thee be not darkness.
36 If thy whole body therefore be full of light, having no part dark, the whole shall be full of light, as when the bright shining of a candle doth give thee light.

MEMORY VERSE:

“The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body also is full of light; but when thine eye is evil, thy body also is full of darkness.” Luke 11:34.

INTRODUCTION

The eye gate, which is also referred to as the windows of/to the soul, plays a strategic role in the information transmitted to the mind. The eyes dominate emotional communication because what we allow through our eye gate will eventually leach into our mind which is the centre of our thoughts, feelings, and reasoning.

For any believer to stay pure and honour Christ always, the person must consciously guard what is allowed into his/her being through the eye gate (Job 31:1).

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE WORKS OF “UNHEALTHY EYES”

People with “Unhealthy Eyes” exhibit the following works of the flesh:

i. They are full of lust of the flesh to practice all forms of ungodliness (1 John 2:16).

ii. Due to a lack of, fear of God, these eyes have been exposed to iniquity and immorality (Romans 3:18).

iii. They are full of adultery and cannot cease from sin (2 Peter 2:14).

iv. They are blinded by darkness and filled with hatred (1 John 2:11).

v. They hide from doing good (Proverbs 28:27).

vi. They are pure in their own eyes and filled with pride (Proverbs 30:12-13).

vii. They give their eyes to excessive sleep and are lazy (Proverbs 20:13).

viii. Their eyes are closed to do perverse things (Proverbs 16:30).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Have you ever considered yourself as having “unhealthy eyes”? If yes, share the signs you see with the class.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: CONSTITUENTS OF “HEALTHY EYES”

“Healthy eyes” are consciously developed by believers in Christ Jesus, to guard against any form of pollution. Some of the elements of “healthy eyes” include:

1. Self-Control: We must develop the self-will to control what we allow to pass through our eye gate all the time (Galatians 5:22-23). The eyes must be restrained from roaming unnecessarly.
   This must be a personal resolve to only expose the eyes to anything that will benefit it (Job 31:1).
2. Exposure: We must consciously guard our eyes against any exposure to vile things. (Psalm 101:3).
3. Censor: There are some films we must deliberately refuse to watch and there are some books we must not feed our eyes on (1 Thessalonians 5:22).
4. Discipline/Guidance: We guide our eyes when we quickly take them off anything that can pollute our minds. This must be done on purpose to avoid any contamination (Genesis 9:22-25).
5. Conscious: As believers, we must be conscious of where we are and quickly leave any environment or item that can harm us in the long run through our eyes (2 Samuel 11:1-2).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Do you think you have “healthy eyes?” Share your reasons with the class.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual 7 December 2025

Believers who desire to honour God and keep their minds clean must scrutinise what they allow through their eye gate which ultimately is the window of the soul.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 14

List the 10 commandments under the two categories of the summary of the whole law according to Matthew 22:36-40 (1×10=10 Marks).

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

Today’s Lesson 14 topic:THE EYE GATE

Date: 7 December 2025

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• RCCG Sunday School Students Manual Lesson 14
• Open Heaven 7 December 2025 Devotional

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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS MANUAL LESSON 14 (7 DECEMBER 2025)

TOPIC: THE EYE GATE

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, please purify my eyes in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:
Teachers should welcome students to the second quarter of Sunday school for the year 2025/2026.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Luke 11:33-36

33 No man, when he hath lighted a candle, putteth it in a secret place, neither under a bushel, but on a candlestick, that they which come in may see the light.
34 The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body also is full of light; but when thine eye is evil, thy body also is full of darkness.
35 Take heed therefore that the light which is in thee be not darkness.
36 If thy whole body therefore be full of light, having no part dark, the whole shall be full of light, as when the bright shining of a candle doth give thee light.

MEMORY VERSE:

“The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body also is full of light; but when thine eye is evil, thy body also is full of darkness.” Luke 11:34.

INTRODUCTION

The eye gate, which is also referred to as the windows of/to the soul, plays a strategic role in the information transmitted to the mind. The eyes dominate emotional communication because what we allow through our eye gate will eventually leach into our mind which is the centre of our thoughts, feelings, and reasoning.

For any believer to stay pure and honour Christ always, the person must consciously guard what is allowed into his/her being through the eye gate (Job 31:1).

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To study self-control through information censor.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this lesson students should be able to:

1. Define the term “eye-gate.”
2. Mention the works of “unhealthy eyes.”
3. State the constituents of “healthy eyes.”

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 discus-sion, 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: Luke 11:33-36

According to Jesus’ teaching in the above Bible passage, there is an ideal and acceptable place for the lamp. When properly positioned, it gives light to everyone. Therefore, He said:

i. The light of the body is … V34a.
ii. Therefore … V34b.
iii. Take heed …V35.
iv. If thy whole body therefore … V36.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

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

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE WORKS OF “UNHEALTHY EYES”

People with “Unhealthy Eyes” exhibit the following works of the flesh:

i. They are full of lust of the flesh to practice all forms of ungodliness (1 John 2:16).

ii. Due to a lack of, fear of God, these eyes have been exposed to iniquity and immorality (Romans 3:18).

iii. They are full of adultery and cannot cease from sin (2 Peter 2:14).

iv. They are blinded by darkness and filled with hatred (1 John 2:11).

v. They hide from doing good (Proverbs 28:27).

vi. They are pure in their own eyes and filled with pride (Proverbs 30:12-13).

vii. They give their eyes to excessive sleep and are lazy (Proverbs 20:13).

viii. Their eyes are closed to do perverse things (Proverbs 16:30).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Have you ever considered yourself as having “unhealthy eyes”? If yes, share the signs you see with the class.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: CONSTITUENTS OF “HEALTHY EYES”

“Healthy eyes” are consciously developed by believers in Christ Jesus, to guard against any form of pollution. Some of the elements of “healthy eyes” include:

1. Self-Control: We must develop the self-will to control what we allow to pass through our eye gate all the time (Galatians 5:22-23). The eyes must be restrained from roaming unnecessarly.
   This must be a personal resolve to only expose the eyes to anything that will benefit it (Job 31:1).
2. Exposure: We must consciously guard our eyes against any exposure to vile things. (Psalm 101:3).
3. Censor: There are some films we must deliberately refuse to watch and there are some books we must not feed our eyes on (1 Thessalonians 5:22).
4. Discipline/Guidance: We guide our eyes when we quickly take them off anything that can pollute our minds. This must be done on purpose to avoid any contamination (Genesis 9:22-25).
5. Conscious: As believers, we must be conscious of where we are and quickly leave any environment or item that can harm us in the long run through our eyes (2 Samuel 11:1-2).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Do you think you have “healthy eyes?” Share your reasons with the class.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 7 December 2025

Believers who desire to honour God and keep their minds clean must scrutinise what they allow through their eye gate which ultimately is the window of the soul.

EVALUATION:
i. What are the characteristics of”unhealthy eyes”?
ii. What can believers do to have “healthy eyes”?

CLOSING PRAYER:
Father, give me the grace to follow You till the end in Jesus’ mighty name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 14

List the 10 commandments under the two categories of the summary of the whole law according to Matthew 22:36-40 (1×10=10 Marks).

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This is hymn 18 of the Open Heavens daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

Hymn 18: PRAISE TO THE LORD THE ALMIGHTY

1. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation!
O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and salvation:
Join the great throng psaltery, organ and song sounding in glad adoration.

2. Praise to the Lord, over all things he gloriously reigneth:
Borne as on eagle-wings, safely his saints, He sustaineth
Has thou not seen, How all thou needest hath been Granted in what he ordaineth?

3. Praise to the Lord, Who doth prosper thy way and defend thee;
Surely his goodness and mercy shall ever attend thee;
ponder anew, What the almighty can do Who with his love doth befriend thee.

4. Praise to the Lord! O let all that is in me adore him!
All that has breath join with Abraham’s Seed to adore him!
Let the Amen, sum all our praises again; Now as we worship before him.

PRAISE TO THE LORD THE ALMIGHTY HYMN COMMENTARY

Beloved in Christ, as we reflect on this magnificent hymn, “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty,” we are engaging in the very purpose for which we were created. This is more than a song; it is a profound theology of worship set to music, a powerful directive that commands our souls to look beyond our circumstances and fix our gaze upon the majesty, power, and faithfulness of our God.

Why Sing This Hymn

We sing this hymn to recalibrate our hearts, to shift our focus from our problems to God’s providence, and to participate in the eternal chorus of heaven. It is an act of spiritual warfare against anxiety, ingratitude, and doubt.

1. It is a Hymn of Personal Command and Corporate Joy (Verse 1)
The hymn begins with a personal command: “O my soul, praise Him.” True praise begins not as an external ritual, but as an internal decision of the will. We are called to command our own souls—with all its fears, distractions, and burdens—to bless the Lord. The reason is foundational: “He is thy health and salvation.” He is the source of our wholeness and our eternal rescue. This personal worship then naturally joins a “great throng” of all creation, using every instrument and voice in “glad adoration.” Our private devotion fuels our public worship.

2. It is a Hymn of Sovereign Rule and Tender Care (Verse 2)
Here, we praise God for His glorious reign “over all things.” This is the doctrine of God’s sovereignty made personal. The one who rules the cosmos is the same one who bears us up on “eagle-wings,” a beautiful promise of His strengthening and sustaining power (Isaiah 40:31). The hymn then poses a piercing, reflective question: “Hast thou not seen, How all thou needest hath been Granted in what he ordaineth?” This is a call to remember God’s faithful provision in the past, trusting that even His ordinations—the paths He allows—are filled with His gracious supply.

3. It is a Hymn of Confident Trust in Covenant Love (Verse 3)
We praise Him not only for what He has done, but for who He is. His character is our confidence. He prospers our way (not necessarily our wealth) and defends us from our foes. We can be sure that “his goodness and mercy shall ever attend thee,” a direct echo of Psalm 23:6. The command to “ponder anew what the Almighty can do” invites us to stop and marvel at the infinite power of God, which is not wielded in anger but is channeled through His boundless love for us, His friends.

4. It is a Hymn of Total Abandonment and Eternal Acclamation (Verse 4)
The final verse is a crescendo of total surrender. “O let all that is in me adore him!” This is worship with our entire being—spirit, soul, and body. This call to worship is universal, extending to “all that has breath” (Psalm 150:6). We join the great lineage of faith, “Abraham’s Seed,” affirming that we are part of God’s eternal family through Christ. The “Amen” is not just an end, but a affirmation—a solemn “so be it” that seals and confirms all the praise we have offered.

A Word for Your Spirit Today

Child of God, is your soul weighed down today? Are the cares of this world clouding your view of your King? Let this hymn be your spiritual reset. Command your soul to praise Him, not because you feel like it, but because He is worthy.

Look back and trace His hand. Have you not seen His provision? Has He not sustained you? Ponder anew His power and His loving friendship. Then, let every part of you—your thoughts, your desires, your hopes, and your fears—adore Him. Join the song of the saints and the angels, for you, too, are a bearer of the breath of God, created to praise the Lord, the Almighty.

Let your life today be a living “Amen” to His goodness.

In the name of our praiseworthy King, Jesus, Amen.

This is hymn 8 of the Open Heavens daily devotion written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

Hymn 8: I Need Thee Every Hour

1. I need Thee ev’ry hour,
Most gracious Lord;
No tender voice like Thine
Can peace afford.

Chorus:
I need Thee, O I need Thee,
Ev’ry hour I need Thee
O bless me now, my Saviour
I come to Thee!

2. l need Thee every hour
Stay Thou nearby
Temptations lose their power
When Thou art nigh.

3. I need Thee every hour,
In joy or pain;
Come quickly and abide
Or life is vain.

4. l need Thee every hour
Teach me Thy will,
And Thy rich promises
In me fulfill.

5. l need Thee every hour
Most Holy One;
Oh, make me thine indeed,
Thou blessed Son!

I NEED THEE EVERY HOUR HYMN COMMENTARY

Beloved in Christ, as we turn our hearts to this gentle, profound hymn, “I Need Thee Every Hour,” we are moving from the battlefield to the quiet place of intimate dependence. This hymn is not a loud, marching anthem, but a tender, heartfelt confession that forms the very bedrock of our relationship with Jesus. It is the prayer that never grows old, for it acknowledges the one unchanging truth of the Christian life: our utter and constant need for our Saviour.

Why Sing This Hymn

We sing this hymn to cultivate a spirit of humility, dependence, and continual communion with God. It is the antidote to self-sufficiency and the key to a life of true peace and power.

1. It is a Hymn of Beautiful Dependence (Verse 1)
The opening line, “I need Thee ev’ry hour,” is a radical statement in a world that prizes independence and self-reliance. It is a gracious acknowledgment that we are not merely creators of our own destiny, but beloved children who rely completely on a “Most gracious Lord.” This need is not a one-time cry for salvation, but a constant, hourly reliance. We sing this because we have learned that no other voice—not the world’s, not our own—can provide the deep, abiding peace that His “tender voice” affords. The chorus is our simple, repeated plea: “O bless me now, my Saviour, I come to Thee!”

2. It is a Hymn of Victorious Proximity (Verse 2)
Our need for Christ is not a sign of weakness, but the source of our strength. We pray, “Stay Thou nearby,” because we know that our own resolve is frail. The powerful truth we proclaim is that “Temptations lose their power when Thou art nigh.” Our victory over sin is not found in our own willpower, but in the conscious, abiding presence of Jesus. To be near Him is to be strong.

3. It is a Hymn of Authentic Faith (Verse 3)
This confession of need is not reserved for times of crisis. We need Him “in joy or pain.” In joy, we need Him to keep our hearts grateful and humble. In pain, we need Him for comfort and endurance. Without His abiding presence, the highest joys feel hollow and the deepest pains feel meaningless. “Or life is vain,” the hymn declares, echoing the truth of Ecclesiastes that apart from God, all is emptiness.

4. It is a Hymn of Surrendered Will (Verse 4)
To truly say “I need Thee” is to surrender our own agenda. We need Him not just for comfort, but for direction: “Teach me Thy will.” We need Him not just for help, but for fulfillment: “And Thy rich promises in me fulfill.” This is the prayer of a heart that trusts God’s plan more than its own and longs to see His word come to life in their journey.

5. It is a Hymn of Sanctifying Grace (Verse 5)
The hymn culminates in the deepest cry of the soul: for holiness and belonging. “Most Holy One,” we pray, “make me thine indeed.” This is more than a request for help; it is a plea for transformation. It is the desire to be so united with Christ that His character becomes ours, and our identity is securely found in Him, the “blessed Son!”

A Word for Your Spirit Today

Dear child of God, perhaps you have been striving in your own strength. Maybe you feel the weight of a temptation, the ache of a sorrow, or even the distraction of a joy that has subtly shifted your focus from the Source. Let this hymn be your breath prayer today.

There is no shame in confessing your need. In fact, it is at the point of your acknowledged need that God’s grace flows most powerfully (2 Corinthians 12:9). Your weakness is the platform for His strength.

So, wherever you are—in a moment of quiet devotion, in the stress of your workplace, or in the darkness of the night—whisper this truth: “I need Thee, O I need Thee.” Come to Him not as one who has it all together, but as one who needs His peace, His power, His presence, and His person every single hour. This is the secret to a life that is truly rich, full, and pleasing to God.

May the Lord meet you in your need and fill you with the sweet assurance of His ever-present grace.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Today’s Open Heaven devotional (8 February 2025) is BONDAGE BY ASSOCIATION

The daily devotion guide is written by Pastor E. A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).

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OPEN HEAVEN 8 FEBRUARY 2025 DEVOTIONAL TODAY

TOPIC: BONDAGE BY ASSOCIATION

MEMORISE:
Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.
Psalm 1:1

READ: Numbers 16:1-3, 28-35
Now Korah, the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, and Dathan and Abiram, the sons of Eliab, and On, the son of Peleth, sons of Reuben, took men:
2 And they rose up before Moses, with certain of the children of Israel, two hundred and fifty princes of the assembly, famous in the congregation, men of renown:
3 And they gathered themselves together against Moses and against Aaron, and said unto them, Ye take too much upon you, seeing all the congregation are holy, every one of them, and the Lord is among them: wherefore then lift ye up yourselves above the congregation of the Lord?

28 And Moses said, Hereby ye shall know that the Lord hath sent me to do all these works; for I have not done them of mine own mind.
29 If these men die the common death of all men, or if they be visited after the visitation of all men; then the Lord hath not sent me.
30 But if the Lord make a new thing, and the earth open her mouth, and swallow them up, with all that appertain unto them, and they go down quick into the pit; then ye shall understand that these men have provoked the Lord.
31 And it came to pass, as he had made an end of speaking all these words, that the ground clave asunder that was under them:

32 And the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed them up, and their houses, and all the men that appertained unto Korah, and all their goods.
33 They, and all that appertained to them, went down alive into the pit, and the earth closed upon them: and they perished from among the congregation.
34 And all Israel that were round about them fled at the cry of them: for they said, Lest the earth swallow us up also.
35 And there came out a fire from the Lord, and consumed the two hundred and fifty men that offered incense.

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RCCG OPEN HEAVEN 8 FEBRUARY 2025 MESSAGE TODAY

The aroma of food from a kitchen can cling to you such that people will know that you have been to the kitchen. Likewise, when you go to a place where demons operate, they can cling to you. This is why Proverbs 21:16 says that the man who wanders from the way of understanding will remain in the congregation of the dead. Beloved, you should not unwind in nightclubs where devil-inspired music is played, and all sorts of evil things are happening. You would be opening up your heart for demons to come in.

A young fellow once went somewhere he shouldn’t have gone to and came back loaded with demons. He couldn’t sit or stand; he could only lie down like a vegetable. He was brought to the RCCG Headquarters, and when I saw him, I was led by the Holy Spirit to say to him, “l want to pray with you. Kneel.” He said, “I can’t kneel.” I then said, “I command you to kneel.” He replied, “In whose name?” I responded, “In the name of Jesus.” He then said, “That’s different” as he knelt down. I prayed for him, cast the demons out of him, and said, “Get up.” He said, “I can’t stand up.” I replied, “I command you to stand up.” He then said, “In whose name?” I responded, “In the name of Jesus.” He again said, “That’s different” and got up. I then told him, “You can go home, have your bath, and go to work.” He replied, “I can’t walk.” I said, “I command you.” He replied, “In whose name? I responded, “In the name of Jesus.” He walked home by himself and was free from that day on.

Many people are demon-possessed today because they went to the wrong places and associated with the wrong people. When you walk with godly people and constantly engage in godly activities, you are inviting God’s presence to abide with you; when you do the opposite, you are inviting the devil and his demons to fellowship with you. The devil is not a gentleman; he will not leave because you are tired of him or think that his time is up. Wherever he enters, he has a threefold mission; to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10).

Child of God, if you don’t want to be in any form of bondage, flee every appearance of evil (1 Thessalonians 5:22). Don’t entertain the devil in any way (Ephesians 4:27) so you can maintain your liberty in Christ.

KEY POINT:

Check your association; avoid places and people that can lead you into bondage.

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