RCCG JUNIOR ZEAL (AGES: 13-19) TEACHER’S MANUAL FOR JUNE 6, 20201 : TOPIC -BE AT PEACE WITH OTHERS
RCCG 2020/2021 ZEAL (AGE 13-19)
TEENS TEACHER’S MANUAL
SUNDAY 6TH OF JUNE, 2021
LESSON FORTY (40)
TOPIC: BE AT PEACE WITH OTHERS
BIBLE TEXT: Matt 5:6; Rom 14:12-19
Matthew 5:6
[6]Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled.
Romans 14:12-19
[12]So then each of us shall give account of himself to God.
[13]Therefore let us not judge one another anymore, but rather resolve this, not to put a stumbling block or a cause to fall in our brother’s way. The Law of Love
[14]I know and am convinced by the Lord Jesus that there is nothing unclean of itself; but to him who considers anything to be unclean, to him it is unclean.
[15]Yet if your brother is grieved because of your food, you are no longer walking in love. Do not destroy with your food the one for whom Christ died.
[16]Therefore do not let your good be spoken of as evil;
[17]for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
[18]For he who serves Christ in these things is acceptable to God and approved by men.
[19]Therefore let us pursue the things which make for peace and the things by which one may edify another.
MEMORY VERSE: Heb 12:14 “Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord”.
HYMN FOR TODAY:
When peace like a river: Hymn 370
LESSON AIM: To let the teens know that God want them to be at peace with everyone.
CENTRAL TRUTH: It is God’s intention that we be at peace with everyone we come across.
INTRODUCTION: Humans are different by nature, each with his/her own unique character and personality. Therefore, it is possible that
disagreements and opposite views arise. Despite this, God instructed us to make peace with others which means it is possible to live being at peace. This does not mean that people would not dislike or that you should be a
people pleaser. It just means that in situations where people expect war, choose peace.
STUDY GUIDE:
A. Why must we make peace with everyone?
1. It will please God – Rom 12:18
2. We ourselves will be at peace.
3. Unhindered access to the throne of grace.
4. It is a sign that you a re walking with God.
B. How to maintain peace with everyone;
1. Avoid malice.
2. Avoid associations of troublemakers.
3. Hate gossip.
4. Walk in integrity.
5. Do not dishonor people. Treat people exactly the way you want to be treated.
C. Rewards of peacemakers
1. He will be conducted in peace – 1 Cor 16:11
2. The God of peace will be with him 2 Cor. 13:11
3. They will see God – Heb 12:14
4. The fruit of righteousness is sown in peace -James 3:18
DISCUSSION: Share experiences when you chose peace when there was a legitimate reason to fight as well as the lessons you learnt.
INVITATION/APPLICATION: To be a peacemaker, you need to avoid being out with people who love disputes and quarrels. Make a decision to watch for those who enjoy causing division.
CONCLUSION: Only the Holy Spirit can give you strength to choose peace. Intensify your relationship with Him today, so you can be recognized as His Child.
ACTIVITY:
1. What is God saying in the text?
2. How can l apply this to my life?
MY PRAYER POINT FOR THE LESSON:
Father help me to be at peace with everyone I come in contact with.