LESSON: 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?

OPENING PRAYER
Father, teach me what your word can do.

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

BIBLE PASSAGE: 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 speakers to men through his actions and words as they are written down in the Bible (Ps. 68:11). The bible is the written of God. It has one author, God Himself. The Bible is ‘God-breathed’ (2Tim. 3:16). The Human writer 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 1500 B.C. or earlier. The last was written about A.D. 100. The Bible was originally written in the Hebrews, Greek, and Aramaic languages.

TEACHING REVIEW: JOHN 7:37-42.

A. On the last day of the feast Jesus stood and said:
i. If any man is thirsty, let him come to me and drink ……….v37.
ii. ………………..v38.
B. Jesus was speaking of …………..v39.
C. The people listening to Jesus said:
i. ………….v40.
ii. …………..v41.
D. The scriptures say ………….v42.

LESSON OUTLINES
1. THE SCRIPTURE IS FOR A PURPOSE
2. THE SCRIPTURE IS SPECIFIC AND TIME-BOUND

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 (Joshua 1:8; Proverbs 1:10).

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

3. To save from sin and it’s consequences (Psalm 119:9, 11).

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

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

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

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

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

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

10. To correct us (Proverbs 3:11-12; 2Timothy 3:16).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1
The students should mention instances of how the word of God came of God came to them directly while going through a particular phase in life.

THE SCRIPTURE IS SPECIFIC AND TIME-BOUND

A. God’s word instructs on what to do and how to do it (John 2:5-8).

B. The word of God came in a very specific manner to:

i. Peter (Luke 5:4),
ii. Joshua (Joshua 1:3),
iii. Jonah (Jonah 1:1-2),
iv. The disciples (Mark 16:15).

C. While some obeyed, others dis but with dire consequences (Jonah 1:3,12). God’s word must accomplish it’s purpose according to his plan (Matthew 5:18). The word sent also states when action is to be taken (Ecclesiastes 3:1-3). The purpose will be defeated if action is not taken at the right time (2Kings 5:9-14). Delay is dangerous (Hebrews 4:7). Jesus following suit and we must also follow in His step (John 9:4).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2
The students should state any personal instruction God gave them and how it was carried out.

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.

CLOSING PRAYER
God, help me to pay more attention to your word all the time.

ASSIGNMENT
Write out five(5) of the numerous challenges of life and one scripture that addresses each of them. E.g. lack -Psalm 23:1 (2×5=10 Marks).

LESSON TEN (10)
TOPIC: FAMILY ALTAR

HOUSE FELLOWSHIP ANTHEM
1. I love this family of God,
So closely knitted into one,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

2. I bless this family of God,
So greatly prospered by the Lord,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

3. I know this family of God,
So deeply rooted in the word,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

4. I see this family of God,
So highly lifted above all,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family

5. Come, join this family of God,
So highly favoured by the Lord,
They have taken me into their arms
And am so glad to be
A part of this great family.

OPENING PRAYER: Father, please build all homes to fit Your divine purposes.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: Leader should remind members that there is provision of the manifestation of the Holy Spirit to everyone who desires the wholesome experience.

MEMORY VERSE: “For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the LORD, to do justice and judgment; that the LORD may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him”. Genesis 18:19

BIBLE TEXT: 2 Timothy 1:5
When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.

LESSON INTRODUCTION: An altar is a place where people congregate to commune with their god. It could be a high place or a table where sacrifices are offered or incense is burned in worship of a god. There are various altars, for example the altar of Dagon, 1 Samuel 5:1-4, Genesis 12:7-8, Exodus 17:15, Joshua 8:30. But we shall be talking about the altars unto Jehovah the God of the whole earth -Judges 6:24, Gideon.

LESSON AIM: To have understanding that family altar is a place of congregating as family to commune with God on daily basis.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, members should be able to:
* know the basis of family altar.
* have basic understanding of benefits receive through family altar.

TEXT REVIEW: 2 Timothy 1:5
i. Divine endowment comes from early communion as child .
ii. Family altar triggers development of love for God.

LESSON OUTLINE ONE
FAMILY ALTAR
A Family Altar is a place in the home (house) that members of that family congregate to commune with (God) on a daily basis. The place where, God is praised and the Bible is taught – 2 Timothy 1:5. It is the key to growing the house hold in Godliness. Let us begin to raise family Altar in our homes to equip the whole family.

LESSON OUTLINE TWO
BENEFITS OF THE FAMILY ALTAR

1. It keeps evil from that family/home. Luke 11:24-26.

2. It brings about increased spiritual strength . Isaiah 40:31.

3. It is a great avenue to hear from God. James 4:8-10.

4. It sustains unity in that family. Psalm 133:1

5. It promotes love among family members. 1 John 4:8.

6. It’s a good training ground for the children in that family, Proverbs 22:6.

7. It activates gifts and potentials in the life of children at early stage .

8. It makes family members develop unwavering love to God and His works.

ACTIVITY: Ask members whether they have family altar where they congregate.

SUMMARY: Having family altar alters ones lives positively.

CONCLUSION: The family Altar is key to knowing a family that fears and reverences the Most High God and key to oneness in our home which goes to confirm the adage which says that a family that prays together stays together.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, help me to raise a family altar from today.

2. Father, please bless our family altars and visit us daily.

3. Father, make our family altars a place of signs and wonders .

4. Father, let RCCG Altar never lack oil for the fire to keep on burning.

5. Father, please bless Your son Pastor E. A. Adeboye by continuously anointing him with fresh oil on a daily basis.

GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY: Family Altar; key to spiritual development, 1 Samuel 7:2-10, Ezekiel 18:2-4.

TUESDAY: The family altar chases evil spirit from your home, Luke 11:24-26.

WEDNESDAY: Family that prays together stays together.

THURSDAY: What a good training for the children! Proverbs 22:6

FRIDAY: Family Altar promote Love .
SATURDAY: “We will come to him and make our home with him”.

SUNDAY: To honour God’s word, develop respect for it, and to live by it.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 4 NOVEMBER 2022 MEMORIZE: Use hospitality one to another without grudging. 1 Peter 4:9

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 4 NOVEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING 1 PETER 4:9-10

9. Use hospitality one to another without grudging.

10. As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.

Adults devotional: Open Heaven 4 November 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 4 November 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayer Points For Open Heavens 4 November 2022

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 4 NOVEMBER 2022 MESSAGE

To be hospitable means to show love to people, especially guests that come visiting your home. This is one of the vital lessons I learnt quite early in life. Up to now, no one pays me a visit without feeling welcomed nor leaves without a gift. God expects every child of His to be hospitable.

In Genesis 18:1-16, God wanted to tell Abraham some things, so He sent three angels and asked them to pass by Abrahams house. Abraham saw them from afar and invited them into the house, washed their feet and fed them. Imagine, Abraham fed angels. He didn’t disappoint God.

Can God boldly send an angel your way today with the assurance that you wouldn’t disappoint Him? You should not only be hospitable to your guests, but also to those who are not as financially blessed as you are.

Be good to the less privileged around you. Also, hospitality is not only about giving of material things. Pay people harmless compliments; it can brighten a not-sogood day.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 4 NOVEMBER 2022 ACTION POINT

Be hospitable to someone through kind words today.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 4 NOVEMBER 2022 HYMN

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 4 NOVEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: HEBREWS 1:1-14 , HEBREWS 2:1-18 , HEBREWS 3:1-19 , HEBREWS 4:1-16 , HEBREWS 5:1-14 , HEBREWS 6:1-20 , HEBREWS 7:1-28 , HEBREWS 8:1-13 , HEBREWS 9:1-28 , HEBREWS 10:1-39 , HEBREWS 11:1-40 , HEBREWS 12:1-29 , HEBREWS 13:1-25 , JEREMIAH 38:1-28 , JEREMIAH 39:1-18

Beloved, we are glad you could join in today again, we look forward to your engagement everyday as always. Please, say these declarations in faith and believe God for a performance.

Note: These prayers are spiritual and can only be understood and fully enjoyed by God’s children. If you want to be blessed from these prayers, you must first, surrender your life to the Lord Jesus Christ, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come before You today with a broken and contrite heart full of repentance. Please, forgive me all my sins. Today, I surrender my life to You, I believe that Jesus is Lord and I confess it with my mouth. Jesus, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name I pray.”

If you joined in that life-changing prayer! Kindly reach us today: [email protected] for guidance on how to grow in Christ.

Join today’s Devotion: Open Heavens 4 November 2022

Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 4 November 2022

READ: 15 Prophetic Declarations For November By Apostle Joshua Selman

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that the love of the Father dwells in me and saturates my entire being. I am filled and I overflow with the love of God. I spread love to everyone around me and they feel the love of God through me in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

I decree and declare that If God be for me, who can be against me? I am shielded in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I love God, therefore love for men flows naturally from my heart. I do not possess the ability to hate anyone because I love like God.

I declare and confess that Jesus is the Son of God, therefore Goddwells in me, and I in God.

I decree and declare that as God is, so am I on earth in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that fear is banished out of my life Because the perfect love of God dwells in me and I have been made perfect in love in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I am preserved and kept from fake friends. Whoso digs a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolls a stone, it will return upon him in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I am sober and vigilant, aware of the devil’s devices and equipped to overturn it in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that devil will not devour my family. Instead, we have overcome him and trample upon him in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I am not sleeping or slumbering. I am awake and vigilant in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that I believe in Jesus, therefore out of my belly shall flow rivers of living water in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I am sensitive and discerning to the move of the Holy Spirit. I do not miss any Kairos moments in Jesus name.

I decree and declare according to God’s word that I am established and experience all-round success in life in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that from the beginning to the end of this month and even in the years to come, my eyes shall see no evil, my ears shall hear no evil, my hands shall touch no evil. Even if I see and hear, I shall not experience it in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that my daily bread is provided for. The air I breathe is purified and the water I drink is sanctified in Jesus name.

Thank You Father for your son Pastor E. A Adeboye, and how You keep using him world wide. Lord may Your grace me multiplied to him and may You cause an increase to every seed You have planted through him. I decree and declare may the wisdom and inspiration of the Almighty upon him never cease and the grace of God will continually dwell with him and his entire household, may they continue to enjoy Your faithfulness in the mighty name of Jesus.

I decree and declare heaven responds to these prayers and declaration as I say them and I receive answers in Jesus name.

Holy Spirit thank You for the intercessory team, thank You for Your power and presence in their midst, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations. Help them to continue to communicate Your heart even through these declarations, please continue to inspire them for more prophetic declarations in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Lord for everyone working on this platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG). Please Lord, perfect everything that concerns them and make them great in Jesus name.

Thank You Holy Spirit for all the testimonies and miracles coming through these prayers. May they be permanent in Jesus name.

Father, let everybody joining in to say this declarations all over the world experience great miracles throughout this month. May we have numerous testimonies in Jesus name.

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

See you tomorrow.

Beloved, we are glad you could join in today again, we look forward to your engagement everyday as always. Please, say these prayers in faith and believe God for a performance.

Note: These prayers are spiritual, this can only be understood and fully accessed by God’s children. If you want to be blessed from these prayers, you must first, surrender your life to the Lord Jesus Christ, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come before You today with a broken and contrite heart full of repentance. Please, forgive me all my sins. Today, I surrender my life to You, I believe that Jesus is Lord and I confess it with my mouth. Jesus, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

If you joined in that life-changing prayer, congratulations! Welcome to the family of God. Kindly reach us today via this email: [email protected]

Today’s Devotional: Open Heavens 4 November 2022

Powerful Declarations: Powerful Declarations For Today 4 November 2022

READ: 15 Prophetic Declarations For November By Apostle Joshua Selman

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today that the love of the Father dwells in me and saturates my entire being. I am filled and I overflow with the love of God. I spread love to everyone around me and they feel the love of God through me in Jesus’ name, Amen. Hallelujah!

PRAYER POINTS

I will give thanks to the Lord for He is good an His mercies are forever. Thank You Lord for a new month.

Thank You father for Your everlasting love with which You love me. I am so grateful father. I glorify You forever in Jesus Name.

Father, please forgive me shortcomings and wash me clean from sin. Help me not to return to the gutters in Jesus name.

Father, help me to come into the full understanding of Your love for me. Let this understanding open my eyes and help me to naturally respond to You and begin to love You in return and then become free from all the shackles of this sinful world in Jesus name.

Father, help me to genuinely love people from my heart. Grant me a heart like Yours in Jesus name.

Oh Lord, put a desire for the souls of men in my heart. Help me to care about their soul and preach to them in Jesus name.

Lord, Grant me grace to love people when when they are difficult to love in Jesus name.

Oh Lord, let every grave digger waiting for me be disappointed this year in Jesus mighty name!.

I decree and declare that everyone waiting to mourn over me will be disappointed in Jesus name.

Father, I bring this request (mention) before You today. There is nothing too hard for You father. You did not spare Your son from me, please do not spare this victory from me in Jesus name.

Lord, help me to love my neighbors totally in Jesus name.

Lord, help me to show love to everyone around me by sharing the gospel with them in Jesus name.

Thank You for the benefactors and beneficiaries of Your great work on this platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG). Father I ask that fresh fire fall upon them, that they will be set ablaze for You.

Oh Lord, bless your son Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye for all his years of continual service, remember him, guide him on the path, help him remain focused, bless his entire household, and fulfill all Your promises for their liberation, ministry and family, in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Father for the intercessory team and the online platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG) and that which You have put in their hearts, I pray that You make them as flaming swords to bring men to Your kingdom and shut down the works of darkness in the name of Jesus.

Father, bless everyone dedicating their time to pray through these prayers & declarations at the point of their needs. Give them the grace to share/rebroadcast, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please uphold Your children working everyday on this platform (rccgonline.org) to prepare these prayers and declarations with Your right hand of righteousness and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, give them the grace to keep up with this good work of Faith, in the name of Jesus.

By faith, appreciate God for answered prayers. Your testimonies are undeniable in Jesus’ name.

Father, let every challenge, hindrance and obstacle of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus’ name.

Submit yourself and your personal petitions to God. Cast all your cares on Him, for He cares for you.

( Philippians 4:6)

In Jesus’ name I pray.

(John 14:13-14; 15:16)

Thank you Father for answered prayers.

(1 Thessalonians 5:18).

#GodBlessOurNation

These prayers have no expiry date! Please, pray them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.

See you here tomorrow.

LESSON TEN (10)
TOPIC: CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS (PART 2)

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 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 blessings on me

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?

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Samuel 23:1-4.

MEMORY VERSE: “The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.” 2 Samuel 23:3.

INTRODUCTION: In our previous lesson, we highlighted some misconceptions held by some Christians in some circles. We also examined some of the reasons Christians should be involved in politics from the biblical perspective. In today’s lesson, we shall attempt to guide Christians with genuine intentions on how to be practically involved in politics and avoid pitfalls.

OUTLINES:
1. HOW TO BE INVOLVED IN POLITICS
2. THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN POLITICS

1. HOW TO BE INVOLVED IN POLITICS
Christians should note that it is their civic right and responsibility under the law (Tit.3:1, 1 Pet.2:13-14) to vote and be voted for (Deut.1:13). T
herefore, every eligible Christian should register with the relevant electoral body in order to participate during elections. In addition, it is important for Christians to be ‘card-carrying’ members of any political party of preference. By so doing, Christians can contest and be voted into elective positions or influence the choice of their representatives for elective positions (Ex.18:21).

To join a political party, you need to get information. Visit the websites of the parties available in your country or the respective party secretariat within your locality. Go through their detailed profiles to know the party’s ideology and manifesto. Fill out a party registration form and provide supporting documents/payments as may be required. A membership card will be issued to you as confirmation. Attend party meetings regularly and actively to be a voice to be reckoned with.

Christians aspiring for elective leadership positions should be sure to have a leading, burden or passion to serve the people and solve problems (1Sam.17:29; 34-37, Neh.2:1-5).
To succeed in politics, Christians should read books and attend seminars/conferences on leadership/politics (Prov.16:16). It is also important to be mentored by a seasoned Christian political leader (Prov.1:5; 11:14).
Christians may also prayerfully join or support an advocacy group (Est.4:8, 13-14) or form a political party with people of like-minds (1Sam 22:2, Dan.2:49).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Do we need money to form a political party or to be actively involved in politics? Why or why not?

2. THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN POLITICS
Christians who are into politics, or aspiring to hold political posts, should be prayerful and watch out for pitfalls to avoid soiling their garments (1Cor.15:33). They should, therefore:
1.Desist from any thought or act of wickedness. Politics is not a ‘do or die’ affair (Prov.16:12).

2.Avoid prayerlessness (Jam.5:16b-18, Ps. 91:15, Dan.6:10). Our adversary is not resting, be sober and vigilant (1 Pet.5:8).

3.Shun all foolishness: get the necessary qualifications or experience (Jam.1:5, 1Sam.17:34-37) and act wisely (Matt. 10:16).

4.Never dabble into politics without a godly burden or passion (Neh.2:1-5).

5.Avoid compromise: stand by your godly virtues and principles (1 Cor. 10:31).

6.Distinguish yourself and do not be hypocritical (1 Cor.6:17; Rom. 12:2).

7.Do not be lured into cultism or bad caucus in the name of ‘belonging,’ seeking relevance or power to outwit others (1 Cor.15:33).

8.Beware of the negative influence of political god-fathers (Prov.12:5; 25:26).

9.Be resolute in the face of persecution and propaganda. (Neh.4:3,6; Neh.6:5-7; Dan 6:11-14).

10.Avoid abuse of power. Do not be tyrannical (2 Chron. 26:16-18).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Why should Christians be prayerful in their political aspirations?

CONCLUSION: Join a political party today and be a Christian of influence.

QUESTIONS:
* Mention ways to be involved in politics.
* List five (5) things to watch out for in politics.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention ten (10) things you will do if you become a Governor. (No Mark).

LESSON TEN (10)
TOPIC: CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS (PART 2)

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 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 blessings on me

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?

OPENING PRAYER:
Father, please let all those who rule over us be just, ruling in the fear of God.

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 SAMUEL 23:1-4

[1]Now these be the last words of David. David the son of Jesse said, and the man who was raised up on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, and the sweet psalmist of Israel, said,

[2]The Spirit of the LORD spake by me, and his word was in my tongue.

[3]The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.

[4]And he shall be as the light of the morning, when the sun riseth, even a morning without clouds; as the tender grass springing out of the earth by clear shining after rain.

MEMORY VERSE:
“The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.” 2Samuel 23:3.

INTRODUCTION: In our previous lesson, we highlighted some misconceptions held by some Christians in some circles. We also examined some of the reasons Christians should be involved in politics from the biblical perspective. In today’s lesson, we shall attempt to guide Christians with genuine intentions on how to be practically involved in politics and avoid pitfalls.

LESSON AIM: To study more about Christians’ involvement in politics.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:
Through the lesson, students should be able to:
a. Understand how to be involved in politics.
b. Discover things to watch out for in politics.

TEXT REVIEW: When David was about to depart to eternity, he gave the following instructions to those who aspire to lead others: Vs 1-2.
i. Such fellow must be ………………………….V3a.
ii. He/she must ……………………………………………………V3b.
iii. He/she must be like………………………….V4.

OUTLINES:
1. HOW TO BE INVOLVED IN POLITICS
2.THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN POLITICS

1. HOW TO BE INVOLVED IN POLITICS
The teacher should treat the outline under two sub-outlines.
A. Getting involved:
i. It is your civic right and responsibility under the law to vote and be voted for. (Titus 3:1; 1Pet.2:13-14; Deut.1:13).
ii. Eligible Christians should get registered with relevant electoral bodies.
iii. Be a card-carrying member of any political party of your choice.
iv. Wield your influence on the choice of representative for the elective position. (Ex.18:21).
v. Go out and vote rightly during the election.

B. How to join a political party of your choice
In addition to other possible information:
i. Visit the website of the parties

ii. Visit the Secretariat of your chosen party.

iii. Study the party’s ideology and manifesto.

iv. Fill out a party registration form.

v. Supply/provide necessary documents as required.

vi. Make necessary payments as stipulated.

vii. Obtain your membership card.

viii. Attend party meetings regularly.

ix. Actively participate in discussions and strengthen your voice.

x. Have the burden/passion to serve the people
and solve their problems. (Neh.2:1-5; 1Sam.17:29, 34-37).

xi. In order to succeed in politics, Christians should read books and attend seminars/conferences on leadership/politics (Prov.16:16).
xii. It is also important to be mentored by a seasoned Christian political leader (Prov.1:5; 11:14).

xiii. You can prayerfully join or support advocacy groups. (Est.4:8, 13-14).
iv. You can form a political party with people of like minds. (1Sam.22:2; Dan.2:49).
Christians should note that it is their civic right and responsibility under the law (Tit.3:1, 1Pet.2:13-14) to vote and be voted for (Deut.1:13). Therefore, every eligible Christian should register with the relevant electoral body in order to participate during elections. In addition, it is important for Christians to be ‘card-carrying’ members of any political party of preference. By so doing, Christians can contest and be voted into elective positions or influence the choice of their representatives for elective positions (Ex.18:21).

To join a political party, you need to get information. Visit the websites of the parties available in your country or the respective party secretariat within your locality. Go through their detailed profiles to know the party’s ideology and manifesto. Fill out a party registration form and provide supporting documents/payments as may be required. A membership card will be issued to you as confirmation. Attend party meetings regularly and actively to be a voice to be reckoned with.

Christians aspiring for elective leadership positions should be sure to have a leading, burden or passion to serve the people and solve problems (1Sam.17:29; 34-37, Neh.2:1-5).
To succeed in politics, Christians should read books and attend seminars/conferences on leadership/politics (Prov.16:16). It is also important to be mentored by a seasoned Christian political leader (Prov.1:5; 11:14).
Christians may also prayerfully join or support an advocacy group (Est.4:8, 13-14) or form a political party with people of like-minds (1Sam 22:2, Dan.2:49).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Do we need money to form a political party or to be actively involved in politics? Why or why not?

2. THINGS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN POLITICS
i. Desist from any thought or act of wickedness. Politics is not a do-or-die affair. (Prov.16:12).

ii. Avoid prayerlessness (Jam.5:16b-18; Ps.91:15; Dan.6:10). Our adversary is not resting, be sober and vigilant. (1Pet.5:8).

iii. Shun all foolishness: Get the necessary qualifications or experience (Jam.1:5; 1Sam.17:34-37) and act wisely. (Matt.10:16).

iv. Never dabble into politics without a godly burden or passion. (Neh.2:1-5).

v. Avoid compromise: stand by your godly virtues and principles (1Cor.10:31).

vi. Distinguish yourself and do not be hypocritical. (1Cor.6:17; Rom.12:2).

vii. Do not be lured into cultism or bad caucus in
the name of ‘belonging,’ seeking relevance or power to outwit others (1Cor.15:33).

viii. Beware of the negative influence of political god-fathers (Prov.12:5; 25:26).

ix. Be resolute in the face of persecution and propaganda. (Neh.4:3, 6; Neh.6:5-7; Dan.6:11-14).

x. Avoid abuse of power. Do not be tyrannical. (2
Chron.26:16-18).
Christians who are into politics, or aspiring to hold political posts, should be prayerful and watch out for pitfalls to avoid soiling their garments (1 Cor.15:33). They should, therefore:
1. Desist from any thought or act of wickedness. Politics is not a ‘do or die’ affair (Prov.16:12).

2. Avoid prayerlessness (Jam.5:16b-18, Ps. 91:15, Dan.6:10). Our adversary is not resting, be sober and vigilant (1 Pet.5:8).

3. Shun all foolishness: get the necessary qualifications or experience (Jam.1:5, 1Sam.17:34-37) and act wisely (Matt. 10:16).

4. Never dabble into politics without a godly burden or passion (Neh.2:1-5).

5. Avoid compromise: stand by your godly virtues and principles (1Cor. 10:31).
6. Distinguish yourself and do not be hypocritical (1Cor.6:17; Rom. 12:2).

7. Do not be lured into cultism or bad caucus in the name of ‘belonging,’ seeking relevance or power to outwit others (1Cor.15:33).

8. Beware of the negative influence of political god-fathers (Prov.12:5; 25:26).

9. Be resolute in the face of persecution and propaganda. (Neh.4:3,6; Neh.6:5-7; Dan 6:11-14).

10. Avoid abuse of power. Do not be tyrannical (2 Chron. 26:16-18).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Why should Christians be prayerful in their political aspirations?

SUMMARY:.Be involved in politics and don’t soil your garment. (1 Cor.15:33).

CONCLUSION: Join a political party today and be a Christian of influence.

QUESTIONS:
* Mention ways to be involved in politics.
* List five (5) things to watch out for in politics.

EVALUATION: How can you be involved in1 politics? (ii) What are the cautions to beware of?

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, let Your children in politics shine as a light to dispel every work of darkness.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention ten (10) things you will do if you become a Governor. (No Mark).

OPEN HEAVEN 3 NOVEMBER 2022 MEMORIZE: For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken: Luke 5:9

OPEN HEAVEN 3 NOVEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING LUKE 5:1-9

1. And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret,

2. And saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets.

3. And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon’s, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down, and taught the people out of the ship.

4. Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught.

5. And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.

6. And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.

7. And they beckoned unto their partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink.

8. When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.

9. For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken:

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Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today my delight is in the Lord and I meditate and do His word always. Therefore He blesses me and preserves all that concerns me. My seed is mighty upon the earth. Everything that comes from me is great. God’s glory flows through me. Freshness bursts out of me. Everyone who meets me experiences God in the mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Hallelujah!

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Happy New Month: Prayers And Declarations For The Month Of November 2022

READ: 15 Prophetic Declarations For November By Apostle Joshua Selman

OPEN HEAVEN 3 NOVEMBER 2022 MESSAGE

There are miracles and there are miracles. There are miracles that people hear about and just shout halleluyah for shouting sake; they are not so moved. There are some other miracles by which the recipients are rendered almost speechless because they are experiencing joy unspeakable (1 Peter 1:8)

There are yet some miracles that are so wondrous that the recipient would find it hard to believe and thus conclude that he or she must have been dreaming. Finally, there are frightening miracles. These are those where the recipient becomes so frightened that he or she may even attempt to run away.

Many years ago, God provided a Mercedes Benz car for one of our elderly pastors in The Redeemed Christian Church of God. This is somebody who never completed elementary education and never dreamt that he would own any kind of vehicle, not to mention a Mercedes Benz.

When my driver took the car to him and said, Sir, this is a car for you and you will have your own driver, fully paid for he asked, What kind of joke is this? My driver said, I’m not joking; this is coming from the General Overseer. He turned from my driver and began to walk away. My driver followed him, saying Sir, please take the keys but he increased his speed. He had gotten a miracle that frightened him. This month, God will give you a miracle that will frighten you, in Jesus name.

In our Bible reading for today, we see the template for getting frightening miracles. Peter had just fished all night and caught nothing. Of course, he must have been very tired and frustrated, but someone came to him, asking to use his boat and he said, Yes without charging Him rent to at least make up for the fruitless night he just had. Peter gave a sacrificial offering that day and Jesus in return gave him a miracle that frightened him so much that he told the Lord to stay away from him.

In 2 Chronicles 1:6-7, Solomon gave a sacrificial offering and God made him the richest and wisest king that ever lived. If you can do what no man has ever done for God, He will in return give you what He has never given any man.

OPEN HEAVEN 3 NOVEMBER 2022 KEY POINT: Prayer Points For Open Heavens 3 November 2022

If you can do what no man has ever done for God, He will in return give you what He has never given any man.

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OPEN HEAVEN 3 NOVEMBER 2022 HYMN

O LORD MY GOD, WHEN I IN AWESOME WONDER

O Lord my God! When I in awesome wonder
consider all the works thy hand hath made,
I see the stars, I hear the mighty thunder,
thy power throughout the universe displayed;

Then sings my soul, my Saviour God, to thee,
how great thou art, how great thou art!
Then sings my soul, my Saviour God, to thee,
how great thou art, how great thou art!

When through the woods and forest glades I wander
and hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees;
when I look down from lofty mountain grandeur
and hear the brook and feel the gentle breeze:
Then sings my soul…

And when I think that God, his Son not sparing,
sent him to die – I scarce can take it in
that on the cross, my burden gladly bearing,
he bled and died to take away my sin:
Then sings my soul…

When Christ shall come with shouts of acclamation
and take me home – what joy shall fill my heart!
Then shall I bow in humble adoration
and there proclaim, ‘my God, how great thou art!’
Then sings my soul…

OPEN HEAVEN 3 NOVEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: LUKE 17:1-37, LUKE 18:1-43

OPEN HEAVEN 4 NOVEMBER 2022 MEMORIZE: He that loveth not knoweth not God: for God is love. 1 John 4:8

OPEN HEAVEN 4 NOVEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING 1 JOHN 4:7-21

7. Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God.

8. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

9. In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him.

10. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.

11. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.

12. No man hath seen God at any time. If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and his love is perfected in us.

13. Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.

14. And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world.

15. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God.

16. And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.

17. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world.

18. There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

19. We love him, because he first loved us.

20. If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?

21. And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also.

OPEN HEAVEN 4 NOVEMBER 2022 MESSAGE

Whether you love God or not is not known by your claims but rather, your attitude to His word. John 15:14 says: “Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.”

Do you obey the commands of the Lord? If you do, then you love God. However, if you don’t, then you dont love Him. In John 14:15 , He said: “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” In John 15:12 , Jesus told us one of those commandments you must keep if you say you love God.

“This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you.” John 15:12 Now, that is a hard commandment to keep because some people are just so hard to love. This is why, at our Ministers Conference in Nigeria, I always tell the attendees to say to the fellow sitting next to them, I love you compulsorily.

On one occasion, one person was sitting next to someone who just offended him, so he said, I love you compulsorily, you stupid fellow. The people around you may be hard to love, but you must love them.

You have no choice if you really want to love God When He says love one another as I have loved you, you see how difficult that is when you read 1 John 3:16 “Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.”

You, therefore, see that your excuses for not preaching the gospel to others who are heading for hell are flimsy. If you love them just as Jesus loves you, you would be willing to lose anything so that they will not go to hell. It is because some missionaries laid down their lives to preach the gospel that you are on your way to heaven today. Why is it so hard for you to do the same for someone else?

OPEN HEAVEN 4 NOVEMBER 2022 KEY POINT

If you truly love God, you will be ready to sacrifice anything to ensure you preach the gospel to the unsaved and bring them to Christ.

OPEN HEAVEN 4 NOVEMBER 2022 HYMN

OPEN HEAVEN 4 NOVEMBER 2022 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: LUKE 19:1-48, LUKE 20:1-47

Happy New Month Beloved, we are glad you could join in today again, we look forward to your engagement everyday as always. Please, say these declarations in faith and believe God for a performance.

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“Lord Jesus, I come before You today with a broken and contrite heart full of repentance. Please, forgive me all my sins. Today, I surrender my life to You, I believe that Jesus is Lord and I confess it with my mouth. Jesus, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name I pray.”

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Today’s Prayer Points: Prayers points for Open Heavens 3 November 2022

READ: 15 Prophetic Declarations For November By Apostle Joshua Selman

Today’s Powerful Confession: I confess today my delight is in the Lord and I meditate and do His word always. Therefore He blesses me and preserves all that concerns me. My seed is mighty upon the earth. Everything that comes from me is great. God’s glory flows through me. Freshness bursts out of me. Everyone who meets me experiences God in the mighty name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Hallelujah!

DAILY DECLARATION

Father I will declare thy name unto my brethren; in the midst of the congregation I will praise Your name in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I begin to experience fearful and notable miracles. What no man could do for me, God is doing in beautiful ways and bringing laughter to my life in the name of Jesus!

I decree and declare that God is causing me to laugh and everyone who hears will laugh with me in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I shout out for joy for the LORD has given me victory in this area (mention).

I decree and declare that shouts of praise shall continually proceed out of my mouth in Jesus mighty name.

I decree and declare that only shouts of praise and victory proceed out of my camp (family and household), there shall not be shouts of sorrow nor mourning amongst me and mine in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that my shouts of praise are weapons and fiery darts against the enemy. By them, I war and win against the enemy.

I decree and declare that every enemy, vice, sickness, poverty and evil lurking around my life and home runs into hiding at my shouts of joy into the Lord in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that my life is a life of habitual praise, therefore, God arises and inhabits my life and the enemy is scattered in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that just as Paul and Silas, I lift up praise unto the Lord and God hears me and intervenes in my situation in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that as I praise, God shows up and all chains, all shackles, all prison doors are destroyed in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that the Lord shall break my enemies with a rod of iron; and dash them in pieces like a potters vessel in Jesus name.

I decree and declare that thou O Lord art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of my head in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that the blessings of the Lord will be up on me in the name of Jesus.

I decree and declare that I press on towards the prize of the upward call of God in Christ in the name of Jesus.

Thank You Father for your son Pastor E. A Adeboye, and how You keep using him world wide. Lord may Your grace me multiplied to him and may You cause an increase to every seed You have planted through him. I decree and declare may the wisdom and inspiration of the Almighty upon him never cease and the grace of God will continually dwell with him and his entire household, may they continue to enjoy Your faithfulness in the mighty name of Jesus.

I decree and declare heaven responds to these prayers and declaration as I say them and I receive answers in Jesus name.

Holy Spirit thank You for the intercessory team, thank You for Your power and presence in their midst, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations. Help them to continue to communicate Your heart even through these declarations, please continue to inspire them for more prophetic declarations in Jesus’ name.

Thank You Lord for everyone working on this platform (RCCGONLINE.ORG). Please Lord, perfect everything that concerns them and make them great in Jesus name.

Thank You Holy Spirit for all the testimonies and miracles coming through these prayers. May they be permanent in Jesus name.

Father, let everybody joining in to say this declarations all over the world experience great miracles throughout this month. May we have numerous testimonies in Jesus name.

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

See you tomorrow.