2015 MAY WEEK FIVE LESSON

SUNDAY MORNING, MAY 31, 2015.

WEEK 22

STEWARDS OF YOUR MONEY

Main text: Matt 6:19-22

Memory Verse: Matt 25:14 “To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each according to his ability. Then he went on his journey”

Introduction

Money and the things it can buy can easily become a source of temptation for many. We try to get as much of it as we can through fair or foul means. In today’s reading, the Lord teaches the right attitude to money. We are supposed to work hard to earn money to sustain ourselves. However, any income we make belongs primarily to God and must be handled as such. Money is not intended to be hoarded and expended to meet selfish desires.

Discussion Questions

1. What is money?

2. Where did Jesus admonish us to keep our treasured money? Why vrs 20

3. How do we store up earthly money/treasure in Heaven?

4. Why is it not wise to store up your treasure on earth? Vrs 19

5. What kinds of activities do people spend money on? In your opinion which ones are wasteful, which ones are godly?

Conclusion

The way a person uses his/her money is an indication of their godliness or spirituality. When Jesus teaches his disciples to store up treasure in Heaven, it means we should use our monies to do things that please God. These include; taking care of His church, caring for the poor, investing in charitable deeds among others. These good deeds translate in treasure stored in Heaven.

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2015 MAY WEEK FOUR LESSON

SUNDAY MORNING, MAY 24, 2015.

WEEK 21

UNDERSTANDING WEALTH CREATION

Main text: 1 Kings 10:14-24

Memory verse: Haggai 2:8 “The silver is mine, and the gold is mine declares the LORD Almighty.”

Introduction

Money is not the root of all evil; but the love of money is. It is becoming increasingly clear that, the church needs people to support various spiritual, physical and social activities with money. The mandate of the church is to win souls and prepare them for Heaven. However, people must live and work for some time before God calls them to glory. Money is therefore essential in the purchase of food, schooling, and dealing with health issues, providing for others and also supporting the church. Today’s study seeks to expose the fact that making money legally is praiseworthy. God blesses people to accomplish specific tasks at every moment in time. In our memory verse, we encounter God as the owner of the gold and silver which symbolize the riches of the earth. If He is our God, then we, His children have every right to be blessed financially.

Discussion Questions

1. How does the reading describe the utensils in the Palace? 1 Kings 10:21

2. What in Solomon’s life makes us believe that God is not against the creation of wealth?

3. What did God bless King Solomon with? 1 Kings 10:23

4. How was God acknowledged through the riches of King Solomon? 1 Kings 10:24

5. Is it sinful for Christians to be blessed financially? Explain

6. How can one gain wealth legally?

Conclusion

Our study today clearly demonstrates that many nations were attracted to the kingdom of Israel because of the wisdom and riches of Solomon. For the church to support the teeming numbers who need some financial assistance, a good financial standing cannot be left out. The youth especially are to note that there is no shortcut to financial breakthrough, but rather hard work and the blessings of God. The Bible says in Proverbs10:22 that the blessing of the LORD brings wealth, and he adds no trouble to it. In our study, it was clear that King Solomon had more than enough because God blessed his efforts.

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2015 MAY WEEK THREE LESSON

SUNDAY MORNING, MAY 17, 2015.

WEEK 20

STEWARDS OF TIME

Main text: Rom 13:11-14

Memory verse: “The night is nearly over, the day is almost here, so let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armour of light” Rom. 13:12

Introduction

In the passage, Paul admonishes that, time is not on our side, the coming of the Lord is near and we ought to use our time wisely in doing the things that are of eternal value. As good stewards of time, we should not spend long periods in idleness, and needless arguments. The important issues that should occupy our attention and time are our God-given work and church activities, quality time for spouses and children. We need to have time for rest and recreation. When we properly allot time for these activities, we will be good stewards of time.

Discussion Questions

1. Why is Paul asking the believers to wake up from their slumber? Vrs 11

2. What does the period of slumber represent in the context?

3. In what practical ways do we waste time in our daily lives?

4. What are the deeds of the time? Vrs 13

5. How should we conduct ourselves in the day time? Vrs 14

Conclusion

Each one of us has a 24 – hour day to use as we see fit. But we should realize that, “time” is a commodity over which we are stewards. What things do we invest into this time? For some it is sexual immorality, using drugs, robberies and parties. Believers are admonished to invest into their time by living decently to please the Lord.

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