RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 20 March 2022 Lesson 29 | Christian Couples And In-Law
RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 20 March 2022
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RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER’S MANUAL
LESSON 29
DATE: SUNDAY 20TH MARCH 2022
TOPIC: CHRISTIAN COUPLE AND IN-LAWS
SUNDAY SCHOOL HYMN
1. 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 friend friendship suits me well,
Both young and 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 be 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?
OPENING PRAYER: Almighty Father, please help couples to maintain a healthy relationship with their in-laws.
MEMORY VERSE: “And Boaz answered and said unto her, It hath fully been shewed me, all that thou hast done unto thy mother in law since the death of thine husband: and how thou hast left thy father and thy mother, and the land of thy nativity, and art come unto a people which thou knewest not heretofore”. –Ruth 2:11
BIBLE PASSAGE: Ruth 1:1-18
RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 20 March 2022 INTRODUCTION
Christian couples are expected to live according to the dictates of God’s word. For instance, the Bible tells us that a man should leave his parents and cleave to his wife (Genesis 2:24). This shows that a line must be drawn between the families from which both partners originated from and the new family the couple is building. However, the Bible admonishes us to honour our parents (Exodus 20:12; Deuteronomy 5:16) and do good to all men especially the members of our household (Galatians 6:10). It should be noted that in-laws are people related to us by marriage and we should deal with them with godly wisdom (James 3:17).
TEXT REVIEW: RUTH 1:1-18.
After the death of Mahlon and Chilion, Ruth did five things that where exemplary to Christian couple’s relationship. Teacher should identify them as indicated in the Bible passage for the lesson.
i. …………………………..
ii. ………………………….
iii. ………………………….
iv. ………………………….
v. …………………………..
Please apply answers to your teaching.
LESSON OUTLINES
1. BUILD A CORDIAL RELATIONSHIP
2. THE THIN LINE
BUILD A CORDIAL RELATIONSHIP
Question: What should Christian couples do to build a cordial relationship with their in-laws?
Answer: Teacher should give and explain the five points stated below as answers:
a. Avoid preconceptions: Do not have a biased perspective of your in-laws. Be open and free in your dealings with them (Romans 12:10,16; 1Peter 3:8).
b. Avoid acting like strangers: Do well to let your in-laws see you as another child of theirs and not a stranger (Proverbs 18:24; John 15:15).
c. Avoid damaging rules: Make sure you avoid rules that can destroy the relationship with your in-laws (1 Timothy 5:1-2). Be wise and all decisions relating to your in-laws, especially in speech (Psalms 34:13; Colossians 4:6).
d. Treat in-laws as important people and avoid strife (Philippians 2:3). Exhibit maturity and patience with in-laws (2 Corinthians 6:4).
e. Remain humble and encourage mutual submission (1 Peter 5:5; Ephesians 5:21). Always seek peace and pursue it (Psalm 34:14 Romans 12:18).
Question: Teacher should now ask students to explain why the Christian couples should behave in the five ways stated above.
i. For instance, point number 5 says “be humble” why?
Answer: if either couples, say wife for instance, is proud and show arrogance to the husband’s parent; it could provoke separation or disaffection to the wife
ii. Teacher and student should discuss the remaining four points.
CLASS ACTIVITY 1
Why do you think some couples do not build cordial relationship with their in-laws?
THE THIN LINE
A. In-laws too should show cordial relationship to their son-in-law and daughter-in-law using the following guidelines.
i. They should avoid external interference in the affairs of the couple and allow them build godly home. (Colossians 3:21; Matthew 19:4-6).
ii. They could give the couple counsel and support them with prayers without necessarily imposing their views. (Ephesians 6:4; Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 19:20-21).
iii. They should allow the married couple takes their own decisions as responsible adults.
B. Teachers should ask students to explain why the in-laws should be guided with the above-stated points.
i. For instance, point number ‘3’ which states that couples should be allowed to take their own decision. This is essential beacuse it will enable them think deep before taking decisions knowing fully well that they would be held accountable for their mistakes.
ii. Teachers and students should discuss the remaining two points.
CLASS ACTIVITY 2
Why do you think some parents like to impose their views on their sons and daughters in-law?
SUMMARY: Both the couples and in-laws have crucial roles to play in maintaining cordial relationship.
RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 20 March 2022 CONCLUSION
Christian couples must relate with their in-laws in love and as light/salt of the world (Matthew 5:13-14). Live at peace and remain humble at all times (Hebrews 12:14)
CLOSING PRAYER
Almighty Father, please help all couples to relate well with their in laws in Jesus name.
ASSIGNMENT
List out five (5) factor which may bring affection between couples and their in-laws.
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