Rccg Teacher Sunday School Manual Junior Zeal For January 12, 2025 : Topic - Sin

Rccg Teacher Sunday School Manual Junior Zeal For January 12, 2025 : Topic - Sin 

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RCCG JUNIOR ZEAL FOR 2024/2025

AGE 16-19 TEACHER'S MANUAL

SUNDAY 12TH TH OF JANUARY, 2024

LESSON TWENTY (20)

TOPIC: SIN

BIBLE TEXT: 1 John 1:5-9.

1 John 1:5-9

[5]This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.

[6]If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth:

[7]But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.

[8]If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.

[9]If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

MEMORY VERSE: Romans 6:23 - "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord".

LESSON AIM: To explore the nature of sin, its consequences, and how to overcome it according to biblical principles.

INTRODUCTION: The Old Testament Hebrew word for sin is khata. It means to fail or miss the goal. Sin can be simply explained as any thought, word, or action that goes against God's will. It means deviating from obedience to God's character and will. "So whoever knows the right thing to do and fails to do it, for him it is sin." (James 4:17). Someone who has not surrendered their life to the Lord Jesus cannot please God. Therefore, anything they deem as good is, instead, a sin. It's a hard truth to take in, but a good deed must meet Cod's standards to be good, and anything not deemed good by God is sin.

OUTLINES:

A. CONSEQUENCES OF LIVING IN SIN.

B. OVERCOMING SIN.

A. CONSEQUENCES OF LIVING IN SIN.

Actions have consequences. And so is sin. Below are some dangers of living a sinful life.

1. Separation from God: Sin creates a barrier between humanity and God. Isaiah 59:2 states, "But your iniquities have separated you from your God; your sins have hidden his face from you, so that he will not hear."

2. Spiritual Death: The Bible teaches that sin leads to spiritual death, which is eternal separation from God. Romans 6:23a says, "For the wages of sin is death..."

3. Guilt and Shame: Sin often brings feelings of guilt, shame, and regret. Adam and Eve experienced this after disobeying God in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3:7-10).

4. Consequences in Relationships: Sin can damage relationships with others. It can lead to broken trust, hurt feelings, and fractured relationships. Proverbs 17:9

5. Physical Consequences: Some sins can have physical consequences. For example, the apostle Paul warns against sexual immorality, noting that it can lead to physical harm (1 Corinthians 6:18).

6. Eternal Consequences: Ultimately, the consequence of unrepentant sin is eternal separation from God in hell. Revelation 21:8 describes this, saying, "But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars-they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death."

B. OVERCOMING SIN

Overcoming sin begins with accepting what God the Father has done in our lives through Jesus Christ. Here, are practical steps to overcoming sin.

i. Recognition and Confession: The first step in overcoming sin is recognizing and acknowledging it This involves honestly examining our thoughts, words, and actions in light of God's standards. Once we recognize sin in our lives, we must confess it to God. 1 John 1:9 says, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness."

ii. Repentance: True repentance involves more than just acknowledging sin; it requires a genuine turning away from sinful behavior. Acts 3:19 says, "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord."

iii. Renewal of Mind: Overcoming sin also involves renewing our minds with God's Word. Romans 12:2 instructs us, "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is-his good, pleasing and perfect will."

iv. Prayer and Dependence on God: We cannot overcome sin on our own strength; we need God's help. Through

iv. prayer, we can seek God's guidance, strength, and empowerment to resist temptation and live in obedience to Him. James 4:7-8 says, "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you."

v. Walking in the Spirit: As believers, we have the Holy Spirit dwelling within us, empowering us to live holy lives. Galatians 5:16 says, "So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh." By yielding to the Holy Spirit and allowing Him to guide and empower us, we can overcome sinful desires and live in obedience to God.

vi. Fellowshipping with Heavenly Conscious Friends: It's helpful to have accountability partners and be part of a supportive Christian community like the teens church. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 says, "Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up." Fellowshipping with the brethren helps us stay accountable and encourages us in our journey of overcoming sin.

SUMMARY: It's important to note that while sin has serious consequences, the Bible also teaches about God's forgiveness and grace through Jesus Christ. Through repentance and faith in Jesus, people can be forgiven of their sins and restored to a right relationship with God (1 John 1:9).

CONCLUSION: Ultimately, our victory over sin is made possible through faith in Jesus Christ. He died on the cross to pay the penalty for our sins and rose again, offering us forgiveness and new life. 1 Corinthians 15:57 says, "But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." By placing our faith in Jesus and His finished work on the cross, we can experience freedom from sin and abundant life in Him.

QUESTIONS:

1. Can one live a life without sin? How?

2. What are the dangers of living in sin?

DAILY DEVOTIONAL

Sunday: Luke 3:16-37

Monday: Luke 4:1-15

Tuesday: Luke 4:16-30

Wednesday: Luke 4:31-44

Thursday: Luke 5:1-15

Friday: Luke 5:16-30

Saturday: Luke 5:31-45