RCCG YAYA Sunday School Students Manual 7 January 2024 – Gratitude

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RCCG YAYA Sunday School Students Manual 7 January 2024 Lesson 19 – Gratitude

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TOPIC: Gratitude (RCCG Sunday School Manual For Young Adults And Youths (YAYA)

MEMORY VERSE: “I will praise thee, O Lord, with my whole heart; I will shew forth all thy marvellous works.” – Psalms 9:1 (KJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalms 107:21-22 (KJV) (Scroll down for RCCG Sunday School 7 January 2024 HYMN)‬

21 Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!

22 And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing.

Also Read:

– RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 7 January 2024: Gratitude

– RCCG YAYA Sunday School Teacher Manual 7 January 2024 – Gratitude

INTRODUCTION:

Gratitude is fundamentally about not taking things for granted. Many believe that most things they get are their rights. They believe in their sweat, smartness, and intellect, hence, they see no reason they should give thanks to anyone, not even God Almighty. This is not only wrong but a wicked and dangerous act. To be grateful is to recognise the influence and blessings of the Lord in our lives. Gratitude also means thanksgiving, thankfulness, or appreciation.

LESSON OUTLINES:

SHOWING GRATITUDE

BENEFITS OF SHOWING GRATITUDE

1. SHOWING GRATITUDE

Thanksgiving should be the fruit of our lips (Hebrews 13:15). It should come out of a pure, broken, and contrite heart (Psalm 51:16-17). Thanksgiving should not be offered grudgingly or of necessity but willingly and cheerfully (Jeremiah 30:19a).

Therefore, we can offer thanks to God with joyful noise (Psalm 95:2), singing (Psalm 13:6; Psalm 126:1-2), clapping of hands (Psalm 47:1), musical instruments and dancing (Psalm 150:3-6), etc. the offering of quality substances like our time, materials, properties, and money are other acceptable means of showing gratitude to God (Proverbs 3:9-10). We can also show gratitude with our labour of love in God’s vineyard (Psalm 107:22; Hebrews 6:10).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should mention other ways they have shown gratitude to God outside the aforementioned.

2. BENEFITS OF SHOWING GRATITUDE

Some benefits of showing gratitude to God include:

Our gratitude helps us glorify God as we focus on the giver and not the gifts (2Corinthians 4:15).

It helps us feel God’s presence, His personal care, and perfect timing (Psalms 95:2; 103:13-14).

It makes us conform to God’s will (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

It brings peace, joy, and contentment (Philippians 4:6-7; 1 Timothy 6:6-8).

It perfects our testimony (Luke 17:17-19).

It deepens our faith. Keeping a record of God’s past faithfulness is a faith booster when we face new difficulties (Psalm 103:2).

It aids answered prayers (John 11:41-44).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Mention the benefits you derived from being grateful to God.

CONCLUSION: Gratitude should be part of our daily lives so that we can enjoy unending benefits.

QUESTIONS:

How should believers show gratitude to God?

Mention three benefits of showing gratitude to God.

FURTHER READING:

Sunday: Psalm 47:1 (KJV)

O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph.

Monday: Hebrews 13:15 (KJV)

By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.

Tuesday: 1 Peter 2:9 (KJV)

But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light;

Wednesday: Psalm 35:28 (KJV)

And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long.

Thursday: Deuteronomy 8:10 (KJV)

When thou hast eaten and art full, then thou shalt bless the Lord thy God for the good land which he hath given thee.

Friday: Psalm 107:22 (KJV)

And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing.

Saturday: Romans 1:21 (KJV)

Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.

ASSIGNMENT: In the light of the doctrine of “count your blessings, name them one by one” make a list of 10 “blessings” you received in the out-gone year and praise God for His benevolence (1×10=10 Marks).

SUNDAY SCHOOL HYMN

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.

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.

O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,

Christ was Thy first teacher,

The Holy Spirit, great teacher,

Does manifest in thee.

O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,

This testimony is sure,

That God, the Father Almighty,

Poured His blessing on Thee

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.

O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day

I rejoice to see Thee,

Will thou pass over me today?

Without my being blest?