RCCG YAYA SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ MANUAL 6 NOVEMBER 2022

*LESSON TEN (10)*

*TOPIC: THE SCRIPTURE*

*SUNDAY SCHOOL HYMN*

1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,

O how I love Thee well,

I am happy, it makes me glad

To rejoice at Thy birth.

2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,

Thy friend friendship suits me well,

Both young and will sing Thy song,

We long for Sunday School.

3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,

Christ was Thy first teacher,

The Holy Spirit, great teacher,

Does manifest in thee.

4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,

This testimony is sure,

That God, the Father Almighty,

Poured His blessing on Thee

5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,

Though the sun be so bright,

Or if the clouds be black with rain,

I’ll be in Sunday School.

6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,

I rejoice to see Thee,

Will thou pass over me today?

Without my being blest?

MEMORY VERSE: “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” 2 Timothy 3:16 (NKJV).

BIBLE TEXT: John 7:37-42

[37]In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink.

[38]He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.

[39](But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)

[40]Many of the people therefore, when they heard this saying, said, Of a truth this is the Prophet.

[41]Others said, This is the Christ. But some said, Shall Christ come out of Galilee?

[42]Hath not the scripture said, That Christ cometh of the seed of David, and out of the town of Bethlehem, where David was?

INTRODUCTION;: The Bible is a collection of books used by Christians. As Christians, we believe that God speaks to men through His actions and words as they are written down in the Bible (Ps.68:11). The Bible is the written word of God. It has one author, God Himself. The Bible is ‘God-breathed’ (2Tim.3:16).

The Human writers wrote exactly what God wanted them to write and the result is the perfect and holy word of God (Ps.12:6; 2Pet.1:21). The word “Bible” comes from the Greek word “Biblia” which means “little books.” The Bible is actually a library of 66 books written by at least 40 different writers over a period of about 1600 years. The oldest book was written about 1500 B.C. or earlier. The last was written about A.D. 100. The Bible was originally written in the Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic languages.

OUTLINES:

1. THE SCRIPTURE IS FOR A PURPOSE

2. THE SCRIPTURE IS SPECIFIC AND TIME-BOUND

1. THE SCRIPTURE IS FOR A PURPOSE

The word God sends is for a purpose: it is to meet needs. For instance, God sends His word:

1. To instruct us (Josh.1:8; Prov.1:10).

2. To direct and show the way (Ps.119:105).

3. To save from sin and its consequences (Ps.119:9, 11).

4. To bless and deal with frustration, failures, etc. (Lk.5:4).

5. To set us free from satanic bondages and self-indulgence (Jn.8:32, 36).

6. To deliver from trouble, dangers, deaths, etc. (Ps.107:20).

7. To comfort and encourage us (Josh.1:3, 5-6).

8. To protect (Ps.91:11-12; Ps.105:14-15).

9. To heal physically, spiritually, and all-round (Ps.107:20).

10. To correct us (Prov.3:11-12; 2Tim.3:16).

The students should mention instances of how the word of God came to them directly while going through a particular phase in life.

2. THE SCRIPTURE IS SPECIFIC AND TIME-BOUND

God’s word instructs on what to do and how to do it (Jn.2:5-8). The word of God came in a very specific manner to Peter (Lk.5:4), Joshua (Josh.1:3), Jonah (Jon.1:1-2), and the disciples (Mk.16:15). While some obeyed, others disobeyed but with dire consequences (Jon.1:3, 12).

God’s word must accomplish its purpose according to His plan (Matt.5:18). The word sent also states when action is to be taken (Eccl.3:1-3). The purpose will be defeated if action is not taken at the right time (2Kgs.5:9-14). Delay is dangerous (Heb.4:7). Jesus followed suit and we must also follow in His step (Jn.9:4).

The students should state any personal instruction God gave them and how it was carried out. God’s word instructs on what to do and how to do it (Jn.2:5-8). The word of God came in a very specific manner to Peter (Lk.5:4), Joshua (Josh.1:3), Jonah (Jon.1:1-2), and the disciples (Mk.16:15). While some obeyed, others disobeyed but with dire consequences (Jon.1:3, 12).

God’s word must accomplish its purpose according to His plan (Matt.5:18). The word sent also states when action is to be taken (Eccl.3:1-3). The purpose will be defeated if action is not taken at the right time (2Kgs.5:9-14). Delay is dangerous (Heb.4:7). Jesus followed suit and we must also follow in His step (Jn.9:4).

God’s word instructs on what to do and how to do it (Jn.2:5-8). The word of God came in a very specific manner to Peter (Lk.5:4), Joshua (Josh.1:3), Jonah (Jon.1:1-2), and the disciples (Mk.16:15). While some obeyed, others disobeyed but with dire consequences (Jon.1:3, 12).

God’s word must accomplish its purpose according to His plan (Matt.5:18). The word sent also states when action is to be taken (Eccl.3:1-3). The purpose will be defeated if action is not taken at the right time (2Kgs.5:9-14). Delay is dangerous (Heb.4:7). Jesus followed suit and we must also follow in His step (Jn.9:4).

CONCLUSION: The word is all-embracing. It will meet all your needs – physical, spiritual, social, economic, etc. Hearken and it shall be well with you.

QUESTIONS:

* Mention three purposes for which God sends His word.

* What do you understand by the word of God being specific?

ASSIGNMENT: Write out 10 aspects of life and scripture that addresses them e.g. seeking help -Psalm 121:1-2 (1×10=10 marks).