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RCCG Sunday School Student Manual 18 May 2025 – Lesson 38

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TOPIC: Watchfulness (RCCG Sunday School Student Manual 18 May 2025)

MEMORY VERSE: “Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is.” – Mark 13:33 (KJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: Matthew 24:38-44 (KJV) (RCCG Sunday School Student Manual 18 May 2025)

38 For as in the days that were before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark,

39 And knew not until the flood came, and took them all away; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.

40 Then shall two be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left.

41 Two women shall be grinding at the mill; the one shall be taken, and the other left.

42 Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come.

43 But know this, that if the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up.

44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.

Also Read:
– RCCG Sunday School Teacher Manual 18 May 2025 – Watchfulness

INTRODUCTION: Watchfulness is the state of being constantly attentive and responsive to signs of opportunity, activity or danger. In this context, watchfulness refers to the quality of (spiritual and physical) preparation and readiness of a believer to ‘make heaven’ (Matthew 25:1-4). Not all who claim to be Christians are ready for the rapture. It is expedient that believers are prepared and take necessary cautions to avoid disappointment.

LESSON OUTLINES:

  1. BE PREPARED
  2. BE CAUTIOUS

1. BE PREPARED

God gives everybody equal chances to operate in the course of life (Matthew 25:1). Only those who are well prepared will escape being rejected (Matthew 25:1-13). There are certain things believers must be found doing to qualify us for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Some of these include:

  1. Living righteously to maintain purity in thoughts, conversation, and actions. (Psalm 24:3-4; 1Timothy 6:5-10; 1 Corinthians 10:12-14).
  2. A daily study, meditation, and obedience to God’s word (Psalm 119:11; 1 John 2:5).
  3. A consistent prayer and fasting life (Luke 21:36; Matthew 9:14-15).
  4. Emotional stability. Do not be controlled by emotions but allow the Holy Spirit to guide you at all times (Romans 8:14; Philippians 4:6-7).
  5. Saturating your mind and spirit with spiritual songs and hymns (Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16).
  6. Obedience to the command to preach the gospel i.e. evangelise (Mark 16:15; Daniel 12:3).
  7. The willingness to forgive, love, and live peaceably with all men (Colossians 3:12-14; Hebrews 12:14).
  8. Staying humble no matter the height you attain (Matthew 18:4).
  9. Being mindful of kingdom business by investing your time, energy, and resources (1 Thessalonians 2:8; 2 Corinthians 12:15).
  10. A constant fellowship with the brethren (Hebrews 10:25).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Apart from the points mentioned above, what else can you do to be prepared for heaven?

2. BE CAUTIOUS

The day of reckoning will come for all men (1 Peter 4:17-18). Punishment awaits anyone left behind because of worldly pleasures (2 Peter 2:4-9; Revelation 13:9-10). God warned His children to take heed lest they are caught unawares. Here are some cautions for believers (2 Timothy 4:1-5):

  1. Watch your words (Matthew 12:36; Ephesians 5:4; Colossians 4:6).
  2. Guard your actions. Action speaks louder than words. This has to do with your activities, what you do or fail to do (1 Samuel 2:3; Titus 2:7-8).
  3. Watch your thoughts (Proverbs 23:7; 24:12).
  4. Work on any negative character. This has to do with integrity, reputation, probity, honesty, and having strong moral principles (2 Timothy 3:1-6).
  5. Do away with bad habits. Habit is a fixed and regular way of doing things. Prayerfully strive to get rid of any bad habit (1 Corinthians 10:31).
  6. Avoid overconfidence (1 Corinthians 10:12).
  7. Beware of deceivers and false prophets (Mark 13:5, 22-23).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: How do you feel about people with negative energy around you?

CONCLUSION: Watch out for vices capable of hindering you from making the rapture. Deal with them before it is too late.

QUESTIONS:

  1. Mention five areas believers should be prepared.
  2. Identify four areas of caution for believers.

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five ways you have been preparing for the second coming of the Lord (2×5=10 Marks).

RCCG 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 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?
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