RCCG Sunday School Student Manual 11 October 2026 – Lesson 6
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TOPIC: The Priesthood of Believers (RCCG Sunday School Student Manual 11 October 2026)
MEMORY VERSE: 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; – 1 Peter 2:9 (KJV)
BIBLE PASSAGE: Hebrews 10:19-22 (KJV) (RCCG Sunday School Student Manual 11 October 2026)
19 Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus,
20 By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh;
21 And having an high priest over the house of God;
22 Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water.
INTRODUCTION: In the Old Testament, Levites were the only tribe, chosen and dedicated as priests, serving as mediators between God and His people. However, this order of priesthood changed when the veil was torn due to the sacrifice of Christ (Matthew 27:50-51). With direct access to the presence of God, every genuine believer in Christ is now a ‘priest’ unto God (Revelation 1:5-6, 5:10). Sadly, some Christians still live as though they need some middlemen between them and God. This lesson will help us understand and embrace our role as priests in Christ Jesus.
LESSON OUTLINES.
- THE BASIS AND ROLES OF OUR PRIESTHOOD
- THE IMPLICATIONS
1. THE BASIS AND ROLES OF OUR PRIESTHOOD
Believers’ priesthood in Christ is based on the following:
A. Christ’s sacrifice: the blood of Jesus grants us bold access to the holiest place (Hebrews 10:19-22).
B. Priestly redemption: Christ washed us from sin and made us kings and priests (Revelation 1:5-6).
C. Non-natural descent: our priesthood is not tied to Levi but to Christ, our High Priest (Hebrews 7:11-12).
As believer-priests, we, therefore, have the roles of offering spiritual sacrifices such as worship, prayers, good works, giving, and service (1 Peter 2:5), mediating through intercession by standing in the gap for families, nations, and the Church (1 Timothy 2:1), teaching and witnessing because priests are keepers of knowledge raised to share and declare God’s word (Malachi 2:7; Matthew 28:19-20), living holy lives by setting apart our lives, and representing God to the world (Leviticus 21:6; 1 Peter 1:15-16).
2. THE IMPLICATIONS
We have direct access (Hebrews 4:16), and this means greater responsibility. We have been called to a life of service, not status; priesthood is not about title but service in humility (John 13:14-15). We are to witness to the nations; our priesthood is to “show forth His praises” to a watching world (1 Peter 2:9). We are also to await our eternal role, because we shall reign with Christ as priests and kings (Revelation 5:10).
CONCLUSION: The doctrine of the priesthood of all believers is not symbolic but practical. If you are in Christ, you are already a priest; live like one daily!
QUESTIONS:
- Mention the three bases of our priesthood as believers.
- What are the implications of the believers’ priesthood?
FURTHER READINGS:
Sunday: 1 Peter 2:5 (KJV)
Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.
Monday: 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;
Tuesday: Revelation 1:6 (KJV)
And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.
Wednesday: Revelation 5:10 (KJV)
And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.
Thursday: 1 Peter 1:15-16 (KJV)
15 But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.
Friday: John 13:14-15 (KJV)
14 If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another’s feet. 15 For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.
Saturday: Hebrews 4:16 (KJV)
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
ASSIGNMENT: List five (5) ways you can practically represent God as His priest in your home, school, workplace or community (2X5-10 marks).
RCCG 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 friendship suits me well,
Both young and old 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 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?
