RCCG House Fellowship Leader’s Manual For September 6, 2020, Lesson 1 : Topic – In Everything Give Thanks
TOPIC: In Everything Give Thanks
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 SCHEDULE10 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)
PRAYER POINT: Lord, please help me to thank you always.
PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The leader appreciates members for attending House Fellowship meetings throughout the last Redeemed calendar year, bearing in mind that without them there would have been no House Fellowship in that particular center.
MEMORY VERSE: “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalm 100:4, Luke 17:11-19 (KJV)
Psalm 100:4; Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
Luke 17:11-19;11 And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee.
12 And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off:
13 And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.
14 And when he saw them, he said unto them, Go shew yourselves unto the priests. And it came to pass, that, as they went, they were cleansed.
15 And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God,
16 And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan.
17 And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine?
18 There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger.
19 And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole.
TEXT REVIEW: Psalm 100:4, Luke 17:11-19i. God deserves praises in every season
ii. Let God’s name be glorified always
INTRODUCTION: It is the will of God for us to be thankful to Him 1 Thessalonians 5:18.
Giving thanks is the master key to gaining entrance into His gate Psalms 100:4, it is a response to the goodness and mercy of God. Regardless of our present situation, whether good, bad or delightful, we are to give Him thanks Ephesians 5:20. Our God deserves our thanksgiving particularly when we reflect on the journey of 2019/2020 spiritual year which He has faithfully seen us through. Nothing will stop us not to also convey the joy of our salvation better than regularly giving God our sincere thanks.
LESSON OUTLINES
REASONS TO GIVE THANKS TO GOD
- WE ARE TO BE THANKFUL FOR WHO HE IS:
- He is good and His mercy endures forever 1 Chronicles 16:34
- He is faithful and just 1 John 1:9
2. WE ARE TO BE THANKFUL FOR WHAT HE HAS DONE:
- He has made us to share in the inheritance of the saints in the Kingdom of light. Colossians 1:12
- He has Redeemed us Romans 5:8
- He has heard us and become our Salvation Psalms 118:21
3. WE ARE TO BE THANKFUL FOR WHAT HE HAS GIVEN US:
- His unfailing love. Ephesians 2:8, Dueteronomy 10:21, 1 John 4:16.
- The grace He has given us in Christ Jesus. 1 Corinthians 1:4
- The victory He has given us through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 15:57
- His son which is the greatest gift. John 3:16, Isaiah 9:6
- His precious Word. Psalms 119:105, Jeremiah 15:16
LESSON ACTIVITIES:Leader asks the members the following interactive questions
i. When is the proper time to thank God?
ii. With all the negative things happening in today’s world, does God deserve our thanks? Why?
SUMMARY:
Without any doubt, the Almighty God deserves our thanksgiving.
CONCLUSION:
We should be thankful, no matter what? Training our hearts to be thankful in all situations keeps us from bitterness, discouragement, selfishness, anger, covetousness and other harmful attitudes. Giving thanks to Him brings joy and peace to our hearts and prepares the ground for more of His blessings.
PRAYER POINTS:
- Thank God for all the benefits you have received in the past
- Father, please create in me a heart that will give You thanks at all times in Jesus Name
- Pray for the rapid growth of RCCG spiritually, numerically and materially.
- Thank God for His mercies and faithfulness over Daddy G. O. and his family.
- Personal prayer requests.
ASSIGNMENT:Diligently carry out all the daily tasks outlined in the Golden diet below
GOLDEN DIET FOR THE WEEK:
MONDAY: Psalms 34:1Praise your way through.
TUESDAY: Luke 17:17Are you among the nine?
WEDNESDAY: Psalms 92:1Give Him thanks
THURSDAY: Revelation 22:9Worship belongs only to God
FRIDAY: Psalms 107:15Praise Him for His goodness.
SATURDAY: Psalms 145:2His praise shall continually be in my mouth
SUNDAY: Mark 14:9Give Him worthy worship.
AUTHOR:
Pastor E.A. Adeboye.
The General Overseer of, The Redeemed Christian Church Of God.