Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the prayer points are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

God bless You! Reach us today for guidance [email protected]

DAILY DECLARATIONS: I confess today, Wherever I go Your blessings shall follow me, Lord Almighty, let it be made manifest in every area of my life so that your name can be glorified, Holy Spirit direct me into the wonderful things you have in store for me in Jesus’ mighty name Amen. Halleluyah!

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PRAYER POINTS

Thank You, Father, for bringing me out of the darkness of this world, into Your marvellous light in Christ Jesus.

Father, in any way I have fallen short of your glory, please, have mercy and forgive me, in Jesus’ name.

I praise, worship and adore You, God, for Your great and mighty works.

Thank God for being our help in ages past and our hope throughout these years, for Your mercies are renewed upon us every morning.

I worship you, my Father, because you are my rock, my fortress, my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.

Thank you, Father, for where you started with me, for where I am and for where you are taking me.

Thank you, Father, for your love, mercy and grace over my life and family.

Thank you, Father, for the salvation and redemption of my soul from eternal destruction, by the blood of Jesus.

Father, please, give me a heart of gratitude and appreciation always, for your blessings, towards me and my family, in Jesus’ name.

Thank you, Father, for all your unfailing promises, particularly, that of the gift of eternal life.

Father, in any way, l have fallen short of your glory, please, have mercy and forgive me, in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and uphold him till the end, by Your right hand of righteousness, in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, beyond measures, and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, 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.

Your Personal petitions.
( 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 with them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.

Kindly, purchase your own hard copy or online version of the Open Heavens devotional & buy for your friends too, as a potent evangelism tool. God bless you, as you sow, into Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s book Ministry, in Jesus’ name

Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the daily declarations are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

God bless You! Reach us today for guidance [email protected]

DAILY DECLARATIONS: I confess today, Wherever I go Your blessings shall follow me, Lord Almighty, let it be made manifest in every area of my life so that your name can be glorified, Holy Spirit direct me into the wonderful things you have in store for me in Jesus’ mighty name Amen. Halleluyah!

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I Worship You, God, for who You are, thank You for being our shield and shelter from the storms of life.

Thank You, God because none of my family members is missing, and for all the battles You have fought and won on our behalf.

I decree I will bless the Lord and praise Him continually for He has done marvellous things for us in Jesus name.

Thank you, Father, for always making me triumph, most times, against all odds, in Christ Jesus.

I decree I shall count my blessings and always thank You for Your blessings and faithfulness to every day in Jesus name.

I decree, I will praise the Almighty at all times who has not allowed the evils of our family backgrounds to drag us to the ground in Jesus name.

I decree, Father, help me to always see and appreciate Your blessings in my life, at all times, in Jesus’ name.

I decree all the prophecies about me and my household are being fulfilled and prayers already answered and the glory encountered in Jesus name.

I decree, I shall be filled to the brim with Your Holy Spirit, and let all the activities of the flesh be completely subdued, in Jesus’ name.

Lord Almighty, bless your son, Pastor E.A.Adeboye; renew his strength, power and anointing, in Jesus’ name.

Dear Holy Spirit, thank You for all the testimonies on this platform, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations on this platform, in Jesus’ name

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 5 OCTOBER 2021 MEMORIZE: Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Ephesians 3:20

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 5 OCTOBER 2021 BIBLE READING EXODUS 15:6

Thy right hand, O LORD, is become glorious in power: thy right hand, O LORD, hath dashed in pieces the enemy.

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OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 5 OCTOBER 2021 MESSAGE

I’m a man who has no time for petty talk or defending myself in the media. When people say all sorts about me or the Redeemed Christian Church of God, I don’t usually react because Exodus 14:14 says: “The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.”

If you are a genuine child of God, you won’t go around defending yourself. Besides, whether you do good or bad, people will talk about you. Just remain on the side of good and see God fighting for you.

Is a lecturer victimizing you in school and failing you unnecessarily? Report him to your Father who is able to deliver you out of any unpleasant situation.

Are you struggling with your grades in school and people are mocking you? Talk to your Father who is able to give you wisdom and understanding.

Are you thinking of committing suicide because you think nothing good can come out of you? Please don’t do that. I decree that my God will deliver you from every unpleasant situation today in Jesus name. Amen.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 5 OCTOBER 2021 PRAYER POINT

Father, please turn every unpleasant situation in my life around today.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 5 OCTOBER 2021 HYMN

MY FAITH LOOKS UP TO THEE

1. My faith looks up to Thee,
Thou Lamb of Calvary,
Saviour divine!
Now hear me while I pray,
Take all my guilt away;
O let me from this day
Be wholly Thine.

2. May Thy rich grace impart
Strength to my fainting heart,
My zeal inspire;
As Thou hast died for me,
O may my love to Thee
Pure, warm, and changeless be,
A living fire.

3. While life’s dark maze I tread,
And griefs around me spread,
Be Thou my guide;
Bid darkness turn to day,
Wipe sorrow’s tears away,
Nor let me ever stray
From Thee aside.

4. When ends life’s transient dream,
When death’s cold, sullen stream
Shall o’er me roll, Blest Saviour, then in love,
Fear and distrust remove;
O bear me safe above,
A ransomed soul.

OPEN HEAVEN FOR TEENS 5 OCTOBER 2021 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: ISAIAH 31:1-9, ISAIAH 32:1-20, ISAIAH 33:1-24, PHILIPPIANS 1:1-30

OPEN HEAVEN 5 OCTOBER 2021 MEMORIZE: Praise the LORD; for the LORD is good: sing praises unto his name; for it is pleasant. Psalms 135:3

OPEN HEAVEN 5 OCTOBER 2021 BIBLE READING PSALMS 103:1-5

1. Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.

2. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:

3. Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;

4. Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies;

5. Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagles.

Good Morning Beloved, Have a blessed Tuesday,

DAILY PERSONAL CONFESSION: I confess today, I will never be disappointed or disgraced because the One in me is greater than the one in the world. Messiah is washing off every evil impediment upon my destiny therefore I will never be a subject to the dictates of the wicked. I am victorious and nothing can stop me in Jesus’ mighty name amen. Hallelujah!

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OPEN HEAVEN 5 OCTOBER 2021 MESSAGE

Ingratitude is dangerous, particularly when it is directly shown against the Almighty God. There are many things we enjoy from Gods benevolence, but we often take them for granted.

At a point when David seemed to be forgetful of the goodness of the Lord, he decided to preach to his soul, according to the

Bible reading of today. “Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits:” “Psalm 103:1-2”

In today’s text, David took some time to list the blessings of God upon his life so that he would not overlook any of them.

The first thing he mentioned is the benefit of forgiveness he enjoyed from the Holy One of Israel. One wonders if modern-day Christians appreciate the blessing of forgiveness like David did.

Another blessing David listed in his collection of Gods benefits is divine healing. How often do we take time to really appreciate God for our health and wellbeing? How well do we thank Him whenever He heals us?

There are numerous sicknesses and diseases for which there is no known cure. Do we even remember to thank God for medication that works when we take it?

May the Lord grant you divine health, which is far superior to healing, in the mighty name of Jesus.

However, we must remember the words of the Lord to the Syrophoenician woman “it is not meet to take the children’s bread and to cast it unto the dogs.” “Mark 7:27”

In other words, before we can have access to divine health or at least divine healing which are some of the benefits of being a part of Gods kingdom, we must first become born again (John 3:3).

For those of us who are children of God, we must not take Gods grace and blessings for granted because we cannot remain in sin and expect grace to abound (Romans 6:1).

Let us show our appreciation by living for Him alone and by glorifying Him in our bodies as Paul enjoined us in Romans 12:1-2.

Furthermore, the Bible in Deuteronomy 6:12 urges us not to forget all that the Lord has done for us. Make a habit of counting your blessings and testifying to Gods goodness at all times.

OPEN HEAVEN 5 OCTOBER 2021 KEY POIN: PRAYER POINTS FOR OPEN HEAVENS 4 OCTOBER 2021

Take time to make a list of all Gods blessings upon your life and give Him thanks from the bottom of your heart for each of them.

FROM THE TEAM: Thank you for reading today’s Open Heaven 5 October 2021, written by  Pastor E. A. Adeboye. Please, share with someone on Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and other social media platforms using the social buttons at the beginning or scroll to the end of this post. Have a good day! #RemainRapturable

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OPEN HEAVEN 5 OCTOBER 2021 HYMN

NOW THANK WE ALL OUR GOD

1. Now thank we all our God,
With hearts, and hands and voices;
Who wondrous things hath done,
In Whom His world rejoices;
Who, from our mother’s arms,
Hath bless’d us on our way
With countless gifts to love
And still is ours to-day.

2. O may this bounteous God
Through all our life be near us,
With ever-joyful hearts
And blessed peace to cheer us,
And keep us in His grace
And guide us when perplexed,
And free us from all ills
In this world and the next.

3. All praise and thanks to God
The Father now be given,
The Son, and Him who reigns
With them in the highest heaven
The One, Eternal God,
Whom earth and heaven adore;
For thus it was, is now,
And shall be evermore.

OPEN HEAVEN 5 OCTOBER 2021 BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: 2 SAMUEL 15:1-37, 2 SAMUEL 16:1-23, 2 SAMUEL 17:1-29, 2 SAMUEL 18:1-33, 2 SAMUEL 19:1-43

Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the prayer points are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

God bless You! Reach us today for guidance [email protected]

DAILY DECLARATIONS: I confess today, I will never be disappointed or disgraced because the One in me is greater than the one in the world. Messiah is washing off every evil impediment upon my destiny therefore I will never be a subject to the dictates of the wicked. I am victorious and nothing can stop me in Jesus’ mighty name amen. Halleluyah!

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PRAYER POINTS

Thank You, Father, for the salvation of my soul and for Your promise to keep my feet from falling, and my eyes from tears, except the tears of joy.

Lord of lords please let Your power be revealed in me and through me, create in me a clean heart and renew a right spirit within me in Jesus name.

Father, in any way I have fallen short of your glory, please, have mercy and forgive me, in Jesus’ name.

Father, please, help me to keep the doors of my heart with all diligence, for we are in the evil days, in Jesus’ name.

Father, occupy and fill my heart to the brim with Your Holy Spirit, and let there be no room available for the devil to operate in, in Jesus’ name.

Father, Thy word have I hid in my heart, that I may not sin against You; please, let me not wander away from Your counsels and commandments, in Jesus’ name.

Holy Spirit, please renew my heart, mind, and soul, remove every form of doubts and unclean thoughts in Jesus name.

Father, I reject every evil counsel and temptation from the pit of hell to sin against You; please soak my heart in Your word, and do not allow any iniquity to prevail over me, in Jesus’ name.

Father, sanctify me holy, without blemish or wrinkle; give me the grace and the power to walk in holiness, for the rest of my life, that I may see You, in Jesus’ name.

Father, give me the grace never to walk in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stand in the way of sinners, nor sit in the seat of the scornful; let my delight be in Your word and let me meditate therein day and night, in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and uphold him till the end, by Your right hand of righteousness, in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, beyond measures, and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, 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.

Your Personal petitions.
( 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 with them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.

Kindly, purchase your own hard copy or online version of the Open Heavens devotional & buy for your friends too, as a potent evangelism tool. God bless you, as you sow, into Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s book Ministry, in Jesus’ name

Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the daily declarations are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

God bless You! Reach us today for guidance [email protected]

DAILY DECLARATIONS: I confess today, I will never be disappointed or disgraced because the One in me is greater than the one in the world. Messiah is washing off every evil impediment upon my destiny therefore I will never be a subject to the dictates of the wicked. I am victorious and nothing can stop me in Jesus’ mighty name amen. Halleluyah!

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I decree, this Monday will bring me closer to God and establish me stronger in faith, in Jesus’ name

Abba Father, here I am, have Your way in and through me this day and beyond, lead me and open the eyes of my heart to see You, in Jesus’ name.

I decree, Father, in Your mercy let me prevail over every form of sinful acts so as to see You and gain permission to dwell in Your presence, in Jesus’ name.

I decree Lord, by Your grace I shall take good care of my heart to reach my destiny and full potentials, in Jesus’ name

I decree, Holy Spirit, please help me to guard my heart against evil thoughts so my words will always be good and wholesome, in the mighty name of Jesus.

I decree and declare, my heart shall be made pure, I shall walk uprightly seeking God’s closeness in the mighty name of Jesus.

I decree and declare a cleansing and unifying of the hearts of me, my household and people of this nation as these decrees go forth in Jesus’ name.

I decree I am an overcomer with a pure heart, I shall receive blessings from God, in the mighty name of Jesus.

Lord Almighty, bless your son, Pastor E.A.Adeboye; renew his strength, power and anointing, in Jesus’ name.

Dear Holy Spirit, thank You for all the testimonies on this platform, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations on this platform, in Jesus’ name

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the prayer points are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

God bless You! Reach us today for guidance [email protected]

DAILY DECLARATIONS: I confess today, my mind is anointed to think godly thoughts in all my affairs! my home is blessed. The goodness of God shall never depart from. Eyes have not seen, ears haven’t heard neither has it entered into the heart of men what the LORD is set to and He is doing in our homes and personal lives. Hallelujah!

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PRAYER POINTS

Father, thank You for courtships and marriages, Please breathe afresh upon them in Jesus’ name.

Father, please make Christian courtship be characterised with sincerity. let You remain their first and greatest love in Jesus’ name.

Lord, You said in Your word that if two of us shall agree concerning a thing, You will do it. Please Lord, whatever we agree on, let nothing hinder us from getting it in Jesus’ name.

Thank You, Father, for the salvation of my soul and for Your divine leading, guidance and revelations, through the power of Your Holy Spirit, in my life.

Father, in any way I have fallen short of your glory, please, have mercy and forgive me; please, let Your mercy prevail over any judgement of sin in my life, in Jesus name.

Father, please, give me the spirit of revelation and wisdom in the knowledge of You; and, open my spiritual eyes to see visions concerning my life and ministry, in Jesus name.

Father, please, let me never be unequally yoked together with an unbeliever in marriage, in business and in any close or intimate relationship, in Jesus name.

Father, let nobody or power or situation be able to influence or persuade me to worship or serve any other god, besides You, in Jesus name.

Father, let me never use the mouth that I have used to praise You, to praise another god; and, let me not use the knees that I have used to bow for You, to bow before other gods, in Jesus name.

Father, please, save me from every wrong decision I have made in the past, that is affecting me and my life, negatively, today, by Your mercy, in Jesus name.

Father, fill me to the brim with Your Holy Spirit, connect me with my divine helpers, and lead me to the place of my destiny fulfilment, in Jesus name.

Father, please guide me in all decisions I have to make in life; please help our youths to make the right choices when it is time to choose a life partner, in name of Jesus.

Father, bless your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and uphold him till the end, by Your right hand of righteousness, in Jesus’ name.

Father, bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, beyond measures, and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, 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.

Your Personal petitions.
( 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 with them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.

Kindly, purchase your own hard copy or online version of the Open Heavens devotional & buy for your friends too, as a potent evangelism tool. God bless you, as you sow, into Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s book Ministry, in Jesus’ name

Good Morning Beloved,

Some of the daily declarations are deep spiritually and may not be understood by carnal minds.

If you want to be blessed from these prayer points, you must first, surrender Your life, to the Lord Jesus Christ, Himself, by saying this prayer:

“Lord Jesus, I come to You with a deeply repentant heart, please, forgive me all my sins. I surrender my life to you, today, and, I accept You, as my personal Lord and Saviour. Please, come into my life and save my soul from eternal destruction in hellfire. In Jesus’ name, I pray.”

God bless You! Reach us today for guidance [email protected]

DAILY DECLARATIONS: I confess today, my mind is anointed to think godly thoughts in all my affairs! my home is blessed. The goodness of God shall never depart from. Eyes have not seen, ears haven’t heard neither has it entered into the heart of men what the LORD is set to and He is doing in our homes and personal lives. Hallelujah!

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I decree, this Sunday, I will go out and worship the Lord with all my heart, with all my soul and body. I will declare His goodness and kindness towards my family and especially in the life of my spouse, in Jesus’ name

I decree, at Your perfect timing, You shall give Christian youths in courtship clarity on whether they should marry in Jesus’ name

I decree the grace of God shall sustain us, we shall not give in to sexual immorality in Jesus’ name

I decree God’s purpose for my courtship will be fulfilled and be made manifest, in the name of Jesus

I decree and declare, Christian youths in courtships shall have passion for each other’s faith and joy in You, in Jesus’ name

I decree, whatever the Lord has not planted in my relationship shall be uprooted this moment, in the most powerful name of Jesus

Holy Spirit, come into our hearts, bring Your peace into our lives, let Your understanding reign in our relationships, in Jesus’ name

I decree, my home is blessed, Father may Your peace reign in our homes, in the mighty name of Jesus

Lord Almighty, bless your son, Pastor E.A.Adeboye; renew his strength, power and anointing, in Jesus’ name.

Dear Holy Spirit, thank You for all the testimonies on this platform, please continue to inspire the intercessory team for more prophetic declarations on this platform, in Jesus’ name

Somebody shout Hallelujah!

LESSON FIVE (05)
TOPIC: INTEGRITY

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 old 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. 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, I receive the grace to be a Christian indeed.

BIBLE PASSAGE: Daniel 6:1-5

[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.

[5] Then said these men, We shall not find any occasion against this Daniel, except we find it against him concerning the law of his God.

[6] Then these presidents and princes assembled together to the king, and said thus unto him, King Darius, live for ever.

MEMORY VERSE: “The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.” (Proverbs 20:7)

LESSON INTRODUCTION: The Hebrew word translated “Integrity” means the condition of being without “blemish. It connotes completeness, perfection, sincerity, soundness, uprightness, wholeness”.

Integrity is a practice of being honest and showing a consistent and uncompromising adherence to strong moral and ethical principles and values. It is standing for the truth regardless of its consequences (Job 2:9-10; Dan. 3:16-18).

It is also when a person works his talk (1 Sam. 12:2-4). Although integrity comes with diverse challenge challenges, yet, it is so important and highly rewarding.

TEXT REVIEW:

A. There are lessons to learn from the story of Daniel in our text today:

i. King Darius decided to appoint one hundred and twenty princes over his kingdom, V1

ii. He also placed three presidents over the
one hundred and twenty princes. V2a

iii. Daniel was the first of the three presidents. V2a

iv. The princes were to report directly to the presidents. V2b

v. Daniel was the most preferred of the three presidents and princes because………….v3a

vi. The king…………v3b

B. As a result of the favour Daniel found from the king,
i. The presidents and the princes
a. ………………………v4a
b. but………………….v4b
c. because……………v4c
ii. Then, these men said…………..v5

LESSON OUTLINES:
LESSON OUTLINE 1: IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRITY

The teacher should allow the students to mention some importance of integrity in their daily relationship with people.

A. Integrity should be the core quality of every believer’s life.

i. It is a fundamental proof of one’s belief in the Gospel of our Lord Jesus (2 Cor.5:17; Heb. 4:15)

ii. It is also a proof to others that one is a child of God (Luke 4:1-4)

B. Integrity is a character which makes a person not to waiver (Job 2:9)

C. Through integrity, a person becomes not just confident but also reliable to family members, subordinates and superiors.(1 Sam.12:3-4)

D. Integrity makes a person be honest in character, honour their words, promises and be committed to responsibilities (Josh. 2:12-14: Josh. 6:22-23)

E. Integrity helps a person to recognise his/her weakness, take responsibility for actions or inactions (2 Sam.12:13) and take necessary corrective action for failure without minding the cost. (Gen.26:9-11)

F. Integrity makes a person to be consistently truthful (Luke 16:10).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Class should discuss, how a believer should relate with a person who has no integrity.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: BIBLICAL INSTANCES AND REWARDS OF INTEGRITY

A. Teacher should allow the students to mention Bible Characters noted for integrity.
Searching through the Bible, we find characters that are classical examples of integrity. Below are some of them;
a. Abimelech, the King of Gerar (Gen.20:3-7)
b. Joseph (Gen.47:14)
c. Prophet Samuel (1 Sam. 12:3-4)
d. King David (1 Kgs.9:4)
e. Job (Job 2:3; 9-10).
f. Apostle Paul (Acts 20:32-33)
g. The Lord Jesus Christ (John 14:30)

B. Teacher should allow the class to mention some rewards of integrity.
Integrity, despite its challenges in the world we live in, has numerous rewards:
i. God will vouch for the person (Gen.18:19; Job 2:3)
ii. God will keep the fellow from falling into sin (Gen.20:5-6)
iii. The fellow will enjoy peace (Psalm 37:37)
iv. He will enjoy divine guidance (Pro. 11:3)
v. A person of integrity will enjoy unprecedented promotion, favour and good success (Gen.41:39-41)
Gen.41:39-41
vi. He will also enjoy divine provisions (Ps.84:11)
vii. God will preserve (Ps.25:21-22; Dan.6:20-22) and give him generational blessings (Prov.20:7).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Students should mention people around them who are known for integrity.
Teacher should award Ten (10) marks for every student that participates.

SUMMARY: It is important for every believer to be known for integrity.

CONCLUSION: It is impossible to have real integrity without Jesus as our Lord and Saviour. Therefore, we must be in Christ to exhibit integrity. It is highly rewarding.

EVALUATION: How important is integrity to a believer?

SUMMARY: It is important for every believer to be known for integrity

CLOSING PRAYER: God please make me a Christian worthy of emulation

ASSIGNMENT: Identify five (5) areas of life where you can be known for integrity.

LESSON FIVE (05)
TOPIC: INTEGRITY

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 old 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?

BIBLE PASSAGE: Daniel 6:1-5

[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.

[5] Then said these men, We shall not find any occasion against this Daniel, except we find it against him concerning the law of his God.

[6] Then these presidents and princes assembled together to the king, and said thus unto him, King Darius, live forever.

MEMORY VERSE: “The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.” (Proverbs 20:7)

LESSON INTRODUCTION: The Hebrew word translated “Integrity” means the condition of being without “blemish. It connotes completeness, perfection, sincerity, soundness, uprightness, wholeness”.

Integrity is a practice of being honest and showing a consistent and uncompromising adherence to strong moral and ethical principles and values. It is standing for the truth regardless of its consequences (Job 2:9-10; Dan. 3:16-18).

It is also when a person works his talk (1 Sam. 12:2-4). Although integrity comes with diverse challenge challenges, yet, it is so important and highly rewarding.

OUTLINES:
1. Importance of integrity
2. Biblical instances and rewards of integrity

IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRITY

Integrity should be the core quality of every believer’s life. It is a fundamental proof of one’s belief in the gospel of our Lord Jesus (2 Corinthians 5:17, Hebrews 4:15) and also prove to others that one is a child of God(Luke 4:1-4).

Integrity is a character that makes a person not waiver (Job 2:9). Through integrity, a person becomes not just confident but also reliable to family members, subordinates and superiors (1 Samuel 12:3-4).

Integrity makes a person to be honest in character, honour, their words, promises and b3 committed to responsibilities (Joshua 2:12-14, 6:22-23).

It helps a person to recognise his/her weakness, take responsibilities for actions or inactions (2 Samuel 12:13) and take necessary corrective action for failure without minding the cost (Genesis 26:8; 9-11).

It makes a person to be consistently truthful (Luke 16:10). Integrity will help you gain respect and trust from your peers and leaders.

BIBLICAL INSTANCES AND REWARDS OF INTEGRITY

Searching through the bible, we find characters that are classical examples of integrity. Below are some of them;
– Abimelech, the king of Gerar (Genesis 20:3-7)
– Joseph (Genesis 47:14)
– Prophet Samuel (1 Samuel 12:3-4)
– King David (1 Kings 9:4)
– Job (Job 2:3; 9-10)
– Apostle Paul (Acts 20:32-33)
– The Lord Jesus Christ (John 14:30)

Integrity, despite its challenges in the world we live in, has numerous rewards.
God will vouch for the person (Genesis 18:19, Job 2:3) and keep the fellow from falling into sin(Genesis 20:5-6).

Also the fellow will live in peace(Psalms 37:37) and enjoy divine guidance (Proverbs 11:3). A person of integrity will enjoy unprecedented promotion, favour and good success (Genesis 41:39-41).

He will also enjoy divine provisions (Psalms 84:11). God will preserve (Psalms 25:21-22, Daniel 6:20-22) and give him generational blessings (Proverbs 20:7)

CONCLUSION: It is impossible to have real integrity without Jesus as our Lord and Saviour. Therefore, we must be in Christ to exhibit integrity. It is highly rewarding.

QUESTIONS:
1. Mention some importance of integrity.
2. Mention people of integrity in the bible

FURTHER READING:
Mon: Pro 20:1-7; Tue: Pro 11:1-5
Wed: Ps 37:37; Thur: Lk 4:1-4
Fri: Dan 6:1-5; Sat: Gen 26:9-11
Sun: 1 Sam 12:2-4

ASSIGNMENT
Identify five areas of life where you can be known for integrity.