RCCG House Fellowship Leader Manual 14 November 2021, Lesson 11 – The Mystery Of Laying Of Hands
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TOPIC: The Mystery Of Laying Of Hands (Scroll down for RCCG House Fellowship 14 November 2021 Anthem)
OPENING PRAYER: Father please let every sign that is assigned to follow a believer begin to follow me
PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The leader should ask members what they understood from the last topic.
Also Read: Open Heaven 14 November 2021 – A New Creature!
MEMORY VERSE: He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given. – Matthew 13:11
BIBLE TEXT: Mark 16:15-18; Hebrews 6:1-2 (KJV)
Mark 16:15-18:
15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
16 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
Hebrews 6:1-2:
1 Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,
2 Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.
LESSON INTRODUCTION: A mystery is something secret or unexplainable. Laying of hands may be physically attributed to the impartation of a superior on someone lesser especially when it comes to spiritual matters. As Christians, God has not put in us ignorance as to the mystery, however many Christians are not aware of the tremendous significance of laying of hands. This doctrine is important aside is still effective in the service of God today.
LEADERS DIARY.
LESSON AIM: Teach members that laying of hands us scriptural, has procedures and there are benefits attached.
TEACHING OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, members should be able to
i. Know that laying of hands is scriptural
ii. Know the benefits
laying of hands
TEXT REVIEW: MARK 16:15-18, HEBREWS 6:1-2
i. Anyone who believe in Jesus and is truly born again will cast out demons
ii. They will be above evil, when they lay their hands on the sick they will be healed
TEACHING METHOD: Use interactive/discussion method
TIME MANAGEMENT: sharing the teaching time using the suggested Time schedule
LESSON OUTLINE:
QUITE A NUMBER OF CASES ARE FOUND IN THE BIBLE FOR THE LAYING OF HANDS IN BOTH OLD AND NEW TESTAMENT.
- In identification of sacrifice as an offering for sin Lev 1:4, 3:2, 3:8, 3:13, 4:4, 4:15
- In putting sin upon the scapegoat or bullock Lev 16:21, Num 8:10-12
- In witnessing an accusation Lev 24:14
- In imparting the Holy Spirit Num 27:18-23, Deut 34:9, Acts 8:17, 9:12, 9:16
- In imparting blessing Gen. 48:13-15, Matt 19:15, Mark 10:16
- In healing the sick Mark 1:41, 6:5, 6:18
- In imparting Spiritual gifts 1 Tim 4:14
- In working special miracles through Paul’s hand Acts 19:11
- In ordinary elders Acts 14:23
The laying of hands is a special spiritual process that is NOT just stretching forth of the hand but the special transfer of power, gifts from a superior to the lesser but the Bible strictly warned that we should not lay hands suddenly on no man 1 Tim 5:22
ACTIVITIES:
i. Why are some believers hasty to lay hands?
ii. Members should mention benefits of laying hands that they have seen or experienced?
SUMMARY: Laying of hands is a directive by God in the Holy Scripture, but should be done by the leading of the Holy Spirit
CONCLUSION: The mystery of laying of hands can best be explained that the holy people and obedient people can carry and transfer this special assignment. Jesus commanded it that when we lay our hands on the sick, they shall recover- Mark 16:18. Jesus demonstrated this by touching many that were sick and they recovered. Matthew 8:3, 14-15. There were many applications of laying of hands in the New Testament by the disciples. Acts 13:3 – Impartation
PRAYER POINTS
- Father thank you for the testimonies arising from laying of hands by your ministers in this generation.
- Father, please lay your mighty hand upon my life, Family, business and ministry In Jesus name
- Father, please raise men and women in RCCG that you will, use their hands to do exploit for you
- Father, as daddy G.O lay his hands upon the sick all over the world, let there be healing and deliverance in Jesus name
- Personal individual prayer request
ASSIGNMENT: Diligently carry out all the daily tasks outlined in the golden diet below
GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY: God has commanded his children to lay hands on the sick for healing, Signs and wonders- Mark 16:18. Ask him to empower you today
TUESDAY: Laying of hands is the release of power – 1 Samuel 9:17
WEDNESDAY: Don’t let your will superseded God’s will if you want to be relevant in the ministry – Genesis 19:21
THURSDAY: Make sure you get guidance on who should lay hands on you – 1 Samuel 23:3, 1Tim 5:22
FRIDAY: Laying of hands can be a protection as the case of David – Psalm 27:5
SATURDAY: Laying of hands refines honestly – Psalm 24:1-6
SUNDAY: Laying of hands is first leadership – Deut 1:13
House Fellowship Anthem
- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - Come and 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
SUGGESTED TIME SCHEDULE
10 minutes for Opening Prayer, Praise and Worship
10 minutes for Testimonies
15 minutes for Bible Discussion
15 minutes for General Prayers
10 minutes for Questions & Answers
5 minutes for Welcoming New Members
10 minutes for Announcements, Offering, House Fellowship Anthem & Closing Prayers.
Total – 60 Minutes (1 Hour)
AUTHOR:
Pastor E.A. Adeboye.
The General Overseer of, The Redeemed Christian Church Of God.
