2025 CON Bible Study Outline Final Draft

2025 CHURCH OF NIGERIA BIBLE STUDY OUTLINE
THEME: THE REIGN OF GOD: CHILDREN AND THE KINGDOM OF GOD. Matt
19:14 But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not forbid them; for of
such is the kingdom of heaven."
FOREWORD
We appreciate God for bringing us to another year as we continue on the earthly
pilgrimage. We remain grateful to the Lord for His sustenance and nourishment in His
Word, especially through our communal Bible Study.
Last year, under the theme: The Christian Race, we considered the various challenges
and factors that help a believer live a victorious Christian life in a world that is
antagonistic and rebellious to God. It is a race set within divine guardians and rules, a
narrow way that demands perseverance and faithfulness to the end. Our eyes must be
fixed on Jesus Christ, the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy set before
him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the
throne of God. (Hebrews 12:2). We need the grace of God in running the Christian race
for “it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth
mercy” (Romans 9:16).
The Theme of our Bible Study, this year, is “The Reign of God: Children and The
Kingdom Of God (Matt 19:14)”. Our text, “Let the little children come to me, and do
not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” The passage
takes place when parents bring their children to Jesus so that He might lay His hands
on them and pray. The disciples, believing perhaps that Jesus’ time should be reserved
for more important matters, rebuke the parents. Ironically, the disciples, whose
primary calling was to be “fishers’ of men” were the ones hindering those bringing
souls to Christ.
In a society where children were considered insignificant, Jesus’ elevation of children

as models for the Kingdom of God was radical. It illustrates that humility is a key
characteristic for entering God’s kingdom. Again, Jesus’ recognition and ministering to
the children becomes a model for our ministry and missions in the Church of God, we
must make room for the downtrodden, less privileged, the weak, the voiceless, and
vulnerable people in our congregations.
This Bible study outline will be a great resource in understanding Jesus Christ's
ministry model and priority and how He expects us to respond to both opportunities
and distractions as people of God. This edition included Bible Studies on Gender-Based
Violence from the CON Transformational GBV Prevention project.
We commend this Bible Study Outline to the entire people of God in the Church of
Nigeria as a very rich and relevant spiritual resource that must be availed of.
We greatly appreciate the good work of the Liturgy and Spirituality Committee led by
The Rt. Rev’d Dr Foluso Olugbenga Babatunji.
God bless you all.
The Most Rev’d Henry C. Ndukuba, MA, BD, MA(Ed.), DD

Archbishop, Metropolitan & Primate of All Nigeria
Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion)
Trinity 13, 2024
INTRODUCTION
It is fitting that our Lord’s teaching about marriage should be followed by His blessing
of the children, for children are the happy heritage of those who are married. Jesus did
not look on the children as a curse or a burden. “Two shall become one flesh” is
fulfilled in the birth of children, and the love of the parents is deepened and matured
as it is shared with others in the home.
Many parents were bringing children to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and
pray for them. But the disciples felt this was a waste of Jesus’ time. They began
rebuking those bringing their children. Apparently the disciples had already forgotten
what Jesus said earlier about the worth of children and the seriousness of causing
them to fall (cf. Matt. 18:1-14). Jesus rebuked the disciples, telling them to let the little
children come and not hinder them. The kingdom of heaven is not limited to adults
who might be considered to be worth more than children. Anyone who comes to the
Lord in faith is a worthy subject for the kingdom. This implies that Jesus had time for
all the children (Matt. 19:15), for He did not depart from the region till He had blessed
them all.
Furthermore, the emphases our Lord Jesus Christ placed on children in relation to the
kingdom of God are so heavy that if anyone cannot fashion his/her lifestyle to emulate
childlike humility and innocence, such can never enter the Kingdom of God (Matt 18:1-
4). For these reasons, our Bible study outline this year is focused on THE REIGN OF
GOD: CHILDREN AND THE KINGDOM OF GOD (Matt 19:14).
The outline is thematically arranged into Ten Sub-themes and fifty-two topics.
Beginning from the Concept of Child; Initiating the child; Personality and character
traits of a child; Unveiling Gender Based Violence in the Scriptures; Traits of negative
behaviours in Children; Imparting Positive Knowledge on Children; Child Discipline; The
unborn Child; Child abuse; it ends in accepting the gospel like a child. Special
emphases are placed on special Sundays like Mothering Sunday, Fathers’ day, Palm
Sunday, Easter Sunday and Ember day so as to integrate the study into the traditional
contexts of the Church.
We sincerely commend the untiring efforts of our resource persons in this work under
the leadership of Ven Charles O Fakiyesi for their time and virtues in the production
and editing of this outline. We also thank the Team leaders and provincial coordinators
and all our consulting fathers in God, for their dedicated times and commitments. May
God bless them and reward their labour of love in His vineyard.
Consulting Fathers and Team Leaders

The Rt. Revd Dr Foluso Olugbenga Babatunji
Rt Revd Prof Ajulo (Rtd)
Ven Charles O Fakiyesi
Ven Precious Nyanabobi
Ven. Dr E.Tayo Faremi
Revd Can Ozioma
Revd Dr Jola Osinjonwo
Sir Wilberforce Derikoma,
Revd Canon Timothy Oni
The Rt. Revd Foluso Olugbenga Babatunji Ph.D.

Chairman, Liturgy & Spirituality Committee, Church of Nigeria
STUDY 1
SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS JANUARY 5 2025
THEME: The reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God
SUB-THEME: Concept of Child -1
TOPIC: The Universal perspectives of a Child
TEXT: Gen 16:11; 21:8; 1Sam 1:20-27
AIMS:
i. to explain the universal concept of a child.
ii. to discuss the importance of accepting the gospel like a child.
iii. to discuss the positive attributes of a child that Christians need to emulate.
INTRODUCTION
In the biological science, a child is defined as a person between birth and puberty.
Whereas, in legal parlance, the term child refers to anyone below the age of majority
which is 18 years in most nations - This definition is upheld by UNICEF. Biblically, Child
and children are mentioned in over 1,500 times in the Bible (KJV) and the word always
refers to the baby in the womb or to a person between the weaning ages to puberty. In
our text, Jesus shows His displeasure at His disciples who rebuked the children from
coming to Him and He affirms that His kingdom belongs to them and those who can
receive the gospel like a little child. The child has always found a place in the literary
imagination, both as a character in his or her own right and as a representation of all
the qualities associated with childhood: innocence, humility, simplicity, purity,
receptivity, freshness, emptiness, vulnerability, freedom, and potentiality. This study
should quicken us to display the positive attributes of a child in our daily living.
STUDY GUIDES
1. From the study today, analyse the universal and biblical perspectives of a Child.
Gen 16:11; 21:8.
2. According to our text and other biblical passages, what are the basic rights of a
child? 1Sam 1: 22-24; Prov. 22:6.
3. With reference to Mark 10:15, explain what it means to accept the gospel like a
Child.
4. Discuss some of the ways Christians can emulate the positive attributes of a child to
advance the kingdom of God. Matt 18:1-5.
CONCLUSION: The child signifies the goal of human development and also represents
that stage of life in which the old person, transformed, acquires a new simplicity. As
children grow, mature, and develop a sense of devotion to their parents so are
Christians expected to grow unto maturity in their walk with God and be devoted unto
Him.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: You must become as little children in your walk with God.
MEMORY VERSE: Mark 10:15 – “Verily I say unto you, whosoever shall not receive
the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.”
STUDY 2 1ST SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY JANUARY 12 2025
THEME: The reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God
SUB-THEME: Concept of Child -2
TOPIC: Biblical concept of a Child- (1)
TEXT: Gen. 25:21-26
AIMS:
i. To explain the biblical concept of a child as a Baby in the womb.
ii. To discuss the biblical injunction on abortion. iii. To discuss the care of the baby in
the womb.
INTRODUCTION
The biblical doctrine of life is that life begins at conception (Ps 139:13-16) and thus the
biblical meaning of a child is a human being between the stages of conception (Baby
in the womb) and puberty. In our text, the Lord opened the womb of Rebecca, and she
conceived two children of promise representing two nations in her womb. The
scripture affirms that all human life has been created by God and in the image of God,
and this means that every child in the womb is a product of God’s work (Isa 44:2, Eccl.
11:5). The child in the womb is a universal symbol of future potentiality and that is
why he/she needs special care and nurture, and utter dependence on his/her mother
for growth and survival. Today’s study should inspire you to value every child in the
womb and to treat the child in the womb with uttermost care.
STUDY GUIDES
1. According to our study, what is the biblical concept of a child? Gen. 25:23, 38:27,
Isa 44:2
2. Is the child in the womb a living being or ordinary unliving thing? Isa 49:1, Jeremiah
1:5, Luke 1:41, 44 3. What is the biblical injunction on abortion? Gen. 9:5-6, Exodus
20:13, Exodus 21:22-25, Matt. 18:14. 4. How can we appreciate the gift of human life
in the womb? Judges 13:12-14, Luke 1:15, Luke 1:42.
CONCLUSION: Throughout the scripture, God affirms the value of every human life –
from children in the womb to the elderly. Therefore, every human life in the womb
should be appreciated and not destroyed because the child in the womb represents
incredible power, vitality, persistence toward growth, and hope for the world.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Every human life in the womb is of great value.
MEMORY VERSE: Jeremiah 1:5 – “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and
before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a
prophet unto the nations.”
STUDY 3 2ND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY JANUARY 19 2025

SUB-THEME: concept of child-(3)
TOPIC: Biblical concept of a child (2) An infant
TEXT: LUKE 2:40-51
AIMS:
i. to study the characteristic of a child pertaining to their needs.
ii. to pay more attention on things that can aids their growth
INTRODUCTION
An infant is a child from birth till adolescent age. The earthly parents of Jesus provided
all the amenities necessary for his physical growth such as, good food, shelter and
clothing for him. Moreover, they never fail to provide for his spiritual well-being, by
taking him to Jerusalem for spiritual rites. This made Jesus to grow and become strong
in Spirit, filled with wisdom and the grace of God was upon him. As Christians and
Parents, we need not allow the present-day challenges to shift our focus from our
heavenly mandate of making provision for our Children’s physical and spiritual needs.
Our Study today will beam more light on how to achieve these.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Mention some physical signs that differentiate infant from adolescent stage of a
child. 1Cor 13:11; 1Pet. 2:2
2. What lessons can we derive from the incidence in Luk 2:43-46?
3. As believers, pinpoint those things that can jeopardize our growth both physically
and spiritually and how best to avoid them. Luke 2:40; Jam 3:14-16
4. What is the importance of teaching Christ to our young ones? Prov. 22:6
CONCLUSION: As Christians, let us ask ourselves how often we visit our Children in
their schools? we may face numerous challenges that made it difficult or impossible to
meet our children needs, however, our prayers, perseverance and steadfastness in
faith shall definitely enable us.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Build a child today, he will build the nation tomorrow.
MEMORY VERSE: Prov. 22:6, “Train up a Child in the way he should go, and when he
is old he will not depart from it.
STUDY 4 3RD SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY JANUARY 26 2025

SUB-THEME: Concept of child- (4)
TOPIC: Biblical concept of a child (3) Newborn in Christ
TEXT: 1PET 2:1-3
AIMS:
i. to study the nature of new birth in faith
ii. to verify the signs and reward of new birth.
INTRODUCTION
Another Biblical concept of a child is a “newborn in Christ”. It means a new convert,
popularly referred to as “Born Again”. It simply means turning away from old or sinful
ways of life to godly livelihood.
He that is born again becomes partaker in the things of heaven. As a Christian, we
must make concerted effort through the help of Holy Spirit to develop good
relationship with God as to qualify as a child of God.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What do you understand by a newborn in Christ and how best can we relate with a
newborn in the Church? 1Pet 2:1-3; Heb. 5:12-14.
2. Mention the physical and spiritual signs of a new birth in Christ.1Cor 13:11; 1John
3:9; 4:7; 5:18
3. What do we stand to gain as genuine born-again Christians and the repercussion of
not been born again? 1John 5:4; Rom. 8:16-17; 2Pet 1:4.
4. In your own opinion, what are the dangers of fake “born-again” syndrome as noticed
in some denomination to Christian faith? Matt 15:8-9; 23:27-28; Eph 4:14.
CONCLUSION: In the light of today’s lesson, believers need to shun lifestyles that are
capable of portraying them as fake born-again children of God, and through the love of
Christ relate well with the new convert in the Church.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Are you a born again or born against?
MEMORY VERSE: 1Pet 2:2: “As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word,
that ye may grow thereby”.
STUDY 5 4TH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY FEBRUARY 2 2025

SUB-THEME: Initiating the child (1)
TOPIC: Wean and instruct in the right manner
TEXT: 1 Sam. 1:20-27
AIM:
i. to expose the concept of weaning a child
ii. to study the relationship between physical and spiritual weaning.
INTRODUCTION
Initiating means to start a way of life with someone. Weaning of a child is a mark of
advancement in the life of the child. The child moves from breastfeeding to other
sources of nourishment. At this point, the child does not depend on milk. Living on
milk alone could not sustain his new level of physical development. From the spiritual
point of view, a Christian is expected to develop to the point of not living on “milk”
alone. It is at this point that he can instruct and be instructed in the right manner.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What is your understanding of weaning a child?
2. What did Hannah do, after weaning Samuel? 1Sam 1:24-27 and what lessons can
we derive from this as Christians?
3. Discuss the relationship between physical weaning and spiritual weaning. 1Sam
2:11-18; Luk 2:39-40; 1Co 13:11; 14:20; Eph 4:14.
4. Discuss the effects of spiritual weaning in the context of Isa 7:15; 1Co 2:6; Heb
5:13-14.
CONCLUSION: Christian parents have the responsibility of bringing up their children

in godly ways and nurturing them until they advance to the next level of their lives.
The same responsibility is required of us in nurturing people spiritually until they stand
mature in Christ.
MEMORY VERSE: 1 Cor. 13:11: “When I was a child, I spoke like a child. I thought like
a child, I reasoned like a child, when I became a man, I gave up childish ways.”
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Weaning a child leads to winning the child.

STUDY 6 5TH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY FEBRUARY 9 2025

TOPIC: Invoke God’s blessing on them
TEXT: Luke 2:34-35
AIM: to show the importance of parental blessings upon the children.
INTRODUCTION
Invocation is the act or process of petitioning for help or support. In Christianity, it is a
prayer of entreaty (as at the beginning of a service of worship) and calling on God for
guidance, spiritual blessings and justification. Invoking God’s blessings continually
upon the children is part of the weaning process among Christians. The blessing of
Simeon and Anna the Prophetess upon Baby Jesus, shows us the importance of
invoking blessings upon children from their infancy because it is part of their spiritual
foundation (Proverbs 22:6 ). Parental blessings upon their children keep and sustain
them in the years ahead.
STUDY GUIDES
1. In your own term, define invocation and parental blessing in the context of Luke
1:67 and 76
2. Read Gen. 49:22-26; Luk 2:34-35 and discuss the invocation of blessings of Jacob
upon Joseph and that of Simeon upon Jesus.
3. How does the invocation of Jacob and Simeon manifest in the lives of Joseph and
Jesus as they grew? Gen 50:15-23; Luk 2:40, 46-47, 52; Mk 1:21-22.
4. Discuss ways through which parents can invoke God’s blessings upon their children.
Deut. 6:6-7; Eph 6:4.
CONCLUSION: Parents stand the risk of losing their children to the evil one if they
don’t consciously invoke God’s blessings upon them. Let us therefore as Christian
parents take this role seriously in order to raise a generation that will carry and sustain
God’s blessings.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Am I a blessing or a curse to my children?

MEMORY VERSE: Luke 1:76: “And thou child shall be called the prophet of the Most
High, for thou shall go before the Lord to prepare His ways.”
STUDY 7 SEPTUAGESIMA SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16 2025

TOPIC: Infant Baptism
TEXT: Acts 16:15, 33; Col. 2:11-12
AIMS:
i. to explain infant baptism,
ii. to relate baptism with circumcision and
iii. to expatiate on some biblical bases for infant baptism
INTRODUCTION
“Paedobaptism,” also called “Christening in some Christian tradition, is the practice of
baptising infants. The baptism of infants is believed to be the New Testament typology
of the Old Testament doctrine of circumcision as enshrined in Col. 2:11-12. Children
were part of God’s Covenant as seen in the Bible (cf. Gen. 17:7; Deut. 29:10-12; Acts
2:38-39). Likewise, baptism is the seal of this New Covenant in Christ, as it brings
cleansing from sin and acceptance of children into Christendom which circumcision
signified.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What is your understanding of infant baptism?
2. From the following passages, discuss biblical basis for infant baptism. Gen 17:7;
Acts 16:14-15,32- 33, and its connection to circumcision; Col. 2:11-12
3. As a Christian, how can you justify infant baptism? Matt 19:13-14; Acts 2:38-39; Rev
20:12.
4. Does baptism automatically lead to heaven? Discuss in line with righteous
upbringing in preparing our children for the kingdom of God. Acts 21:8-9; 2Tim 1:5-6.
CONCLUSION: Infant baptism is one of our many rich heritages as a church. Even
though it is not a license into the kingdom of God, but a reception of children into the
Christian fold through confession made on their behalf by their godparents. Therefore,
we must encourage Christian parents not to deny their children this all-important
opportunity of having them initiated into the Body of Christ.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Quick eradication awaits any religion without children
MEMORY VERSE: Acts 16:33: “And he took them the same hour of the night, and
washed their wounds, and he was baptised at once, with all his family.”
STUDY 8 SEXAGESIMA SUNDAY FEBRUARY 23 2025
Theme: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

Sub- Theme: Personality and character traits of a child (1)
Topic: Activeness
Text: Luke 2:41-50
Aims:
i. to discuss the nature of activeness in a child and
ii. to expose the relevance of Children’s activeness to our Christian race.
INTRODUCTION
To be active according to Merriam-Webster online dictionary means quick in physical
movement. Activeness in a child is that ability in them to always wanting to do
something at all times. Children are naturally energetic because they are still growing
and developing. Physically, active children are motivated, focused and mostly
successful in all that they do. In our text today, Jesus, our perfect example activated
his intention to do His father’s work by staying back in Jerusalem. (Luke 2:43). Our
study guide shall expose us more to this and how we can learn from this in our
Christian race.
STUDY GUIDES
1. How can you explain activeness in a child in the context of Luke 2:43? Compare
Exod 2:4, 7-8; and 1Sam 3:1.
2. In the contexts above, (Luke 2:43; Exod 2:4, 7-8; and 1Sam 3:1) how can you justify
that children’s activeness mostly leads to success?
3. What is Christian Activeness? And the benefits in the context of Exod. 23:25-26;
Josh 1:8; 1Sam 7:3; Acts 4:33-34.
4. How can we, like children, be active in the things of God in a time like this, when
zeal for Christian stewardship is going down? Psalm 69:9; Matt. 6:33; Jam 2:17
CONCLUSION: As Christians, let us learn from the active trait of a child and be active
in our Christian race. Being a believer is not enough; we must be active in preaching
the word and continuously take part in the things of God.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: To be active in the things of God is for God to be active in our
lives.
MEMORY VERSE: James 2:17 “In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not
accompanied by action, is dead”
STUDY 9 QUINQUAGESIMA SUNDAY MARCH 2 2025
Theme: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

Sub- Theme: Personality and character traits of a child (2)
Topic: Ambitious
Text: Genesis 37:5-10
Aims:
i. to expatiate on ambition in children and
ii. to discuss the scriptural context of ambitious and its effect on our Christian race
INTRODUCTION
Ambitiousness is a strong desire for achieving or obtaining success or specific goal. It
is a driving force for courage and success. Ambitiousness in a child is the ability to
achieve anything. According to our Bible passage today, this virtue was found in
Joseph through his dreams (Gen. 35:5-10). David (in 1Samuel 17:32-50) had a very
high ambition to fight Goliath. Running the Christian race without ambition to succeed
and to reign with Christ can be very fruitless. Our Bible study is designed to discuss
more on this.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Discuss children ambition in the context of our text (Gen. 37:5-10)
2. Critically study 1Samuel 17:32-50 and narrate the ambitious nature of David and its
result.
3. According to Phil 2:3, is ambitiousness a sin or a virtue for a Christian to be
cultivated? And how can ambitiousness be a virtue in soul wining according to Matt.
28:19-20; 1Cor.9:16
4. What is over-ambitious and how can it be a bane to Christendom? 2Sam 6:3, 6-7;
John 18:10-11.
CONCLUSION: As Christians, it is not wrong for any of us to have the goals and
ambitions that drive us, our ambition must focus on God and fulfilling his will. We must
position our heart and mind on Christ, ready and willing to move forward as he leads;
knowing that success is not based on how much we get, but rather on the
opportunities to love and serve others and glorify God in the process.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Godly ambition is focused on Christ.
MEMORY VERSE: Phil 2:3 “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in
humility consider others better than yourself”
STUDY 10 1ST SUNDAY IN LENT MARCH 9 2025

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God
SUB- THEME: Biblical Perspective of Gender Based Violence
TOPIC: Unveiling Gender Based Violence in the Scriptures
TEXT: Gen. 34:1-27
Aims:
i. To explore the concept of gender-based violence using scripture
ii. To explain the contributing effects of social, cultural and parental factors to GBV
within the biblical context
iii. To discuss the negative impact of GBV drawing examples from the Bible
iv. To discuss the biblical recommendations of recovering from GBV
v. To highlight the role of the church in mitigating the factors causing GBV
INTRODUCTION
Considering the text under study (Gen. 34), Dinah the daughter of Jacob was raped by
Shechem the son of Hamor, and that incident led to a feud that claimed the lives of all
of the males in the land of Shechem.
This goes on to say that Gender-based violence could give birth to other kinds of
violence or war between nations or tribes if care is not taken.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Read the following passages, Gen. 16; 19; Judges 19:22-end; 2 Sam. 12; Hosea 1-
3; Ezek. 16; 23 and explain Gender-based violence in your own words.
2. Discuss the repercussions attached to GBV cases in the Bible, focusing on the case
of Dinah Genesis 34, also 2 Sam.13:8-14,
3. Could the patriarchal superiority and dominance seen in the OT be a factor for
violence against women today? Read Judges 19:22-end; 2 Sam.11:1ff; Gen19
4. Why are women always at the receiving end in cases of gender-based violence?
Read Exod. 21:7; 22:18; Deut. 22:22-23. Is gender violence against males prevalent in
our society today? (Gen. 39:6-18). Discuss?
CONCLUSION: Gender-based violence is seen in various forms and so requires

various approaches to tackle it.
The word of God remains the surest tool to handle the various Gender-based violence
seen above. Child or underage marriage should be discouraged with a strong voice.
Awareness should be created of the dangers of rape and the perpetrators of such
should be brought to book. There should be some sort of parental control on social
media as to the kinds of content released. Besides, Galatians tells us that we have
self-control (Gal. 5:23). Thus, we can handle whatever temptation the world brings our
way.
MEMORY VERSE: Psalm 119:11“I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not
sin against you.”
STUDY 11 2ND SUNDAY IN LENT MARCH 16 2025

SUB- THEME: Unveiling Gender Based Violence 2
TOPIC: Violation of God’s justice
TEXT: Judges 19:22-End
Aims:
i. To explore the concept of gender-based violence using scripture
.
INTRODUCTION
The Bible unequivocally condemns all violence as an offense against God and
humanity, associating it with wickedness and deeming it "detestable to the Lord."
Particularly, violence against women is explicitly condemned in scripture.
The impact of violence- including rape and sexual assault; extends beyond physical
harm to enduring emotional distress, unwanted pregnancies, complications during
birth, and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STIs). The Bible addresses various instances
of violence against both genders, emphasizing that all forms of gender-based violence
are criminal acts contrary to God's law.
This Bible study aims to explore gender-based violence from a biblical perspective,
seeking guidance to understand and pray for an end to this injustice in alignment with
Bible ' teachings on love and peace.
STUDY GUIDES
1. How does the Bible define justice and righteousness? Psalm 106:3
2. 1b. In what ways can gender-based violence be seen as a violation of God's justice
and righteousness? Psalm 11:7
3. Read the story in John 8:1-11. (a) What do you feel about the woman caught in the
very act of adultery but brought alone to Jesus to be condemned? (b) Do you see such
examples of different standards and unequal expectations for men and women in the
church and society today?
4. Jesus subverts the status quo by not condemning the woman in the story above. In
what ways might we need to subvert the religious or cultural status quo to bring about
gender justice in our world? Discuss
5. What are the implications of violating this fundamental principle? In Deuteronomy
22:22-23, Prov. 3:33.
CONCLUSION: The scripture in Psalm 11:5 declares God's hatred for the wicked and
those who love violence, linking violence with wickedness and deeming it "detestable
to the Lord."
The church must address gender-based violence (GBV), considering any harm that
impedes peace and possess potential for injustice. Eradicating GBV is crucial, and the
church must actively discourage it among members and communities, aligning with
God's justice.
Scripture emphasizes exposing and stopping abuse, urging support for legal
authorities to punish offenders. Embracing God-given human authorities, the church
plays a role in preventing abuse and ensuring justice (Ephesians 5:11-13, Romans 13,
1 Peter 2, Acts 23:12-22).
MEMORY VERSE: Psalm 11:5 The Lord tests the righteous, but his soul hates the
wicked and the one who loves violence.
STUDY 12 3RD SUNDAY IN LENT MARCH 23 2025

SUB- THEME: Unveiling Gender Based Violence 2
TOPIC: Factors influencing Gender Based Violence [Cultural, Social & Parental factors]
TEXTS: Proverbs 31: 8-9, Micah 6:8
AIMS:
i. i. To explore the concept of gender-based violence using scripture
INTRODUCTION
Gender-based violence is a pervasive issue that transcends geographical boundaries
and affects individuals across the globe. Understanding its root causes and
contributing factors is essential in combating this pressing concern. This introduction
explores how cultural, societal, and parental factors collectively influence and
perpetuate gender-based violence. By delving into the intricacies of these influences,
we can develop a more comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted nature of
this problem and work towards effective solutions that promote gender equality and
violence prevention in the society.
STUDY GUIDES
1. In the light of Matt.7:17-18, analyse how conflicting parenting can be a threat to
the future existence of their children. How can this be controlled?
2. How have social interactions – i.e. watching films, surf internet and substance
abuse including drunkenness contributes to GBV among the youth and elderly in our
societies today? Gen.19:32-35
3. Identify some cultural norms you know that reflect or promote GBV? How can the
Bible's message guide our approach to them as Christians? Matt.15:3-6; Col.3:1-3;
2:20, Ephesians 5:25-28
CONCLUSION: In conclusion, gender-based violence is intricately linked to cultural,

societal, and parental factors. Cultural norms, traditions, societal power structures,
and parental upbringing constitute a strong influence on the GBV prevalence. Religious
perspectives can guide the promotion of respect, equality, and love, forming the
foundation to combat gender-based violence. It is crucial for individuals, communities,
and religious institutions to actively create an environment condemning violence and
promoting values aligned with various scriptures, employing a comprehensive
approach to address and eliminate gender-based violence.
MEMORY VERSE: Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does
the LORD require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your
God?
STUDY 13 4TH SUNDAY IN LENT: MOTHERING SUNDAY MARCH 30 2025

SUB- THEME: Parental Impact on a child (1)
TOPIC: The godly Mother
TEXT: 2 Tim 1:1-5
AIM: to expound the importance of mothers and some of their duties in raising a
godly child.
INTRODUCTION
A mother is simply defined as a female parent; a woman who gave birth to a child. A
godly mother is therefore a woman who nurtures her children in the ways of God. In
our Text today, we read about how Lois impacted her daughter Eunice, the mother of
Timothy with a great faith in Christ and Eunice also impacted Timothy her son with the
same great faith in Christ. Timothy received the Faith and was converted to
Christianity. (Acts 16:1-3; 1 Tim. 1:2) He became an Evangelist of the gospel (1 Tim
4:14) and accompanied Paul in most of his missionary journeys. (Acts 17:14, 15, 20:4;
1 Thess 1:1; 2 Thess 1:1). He was commissioned with another evangelist to the region
of Macedonia (Acts 19:226). He was a very good godson to Paul in Prison (2 Tim 4:13)
and possibly suffered imprisonment with him at a time of his life for the sake of the
gospel (Phil 1:1; Heb. 13:23). These evangelical feats by Timothy were based on the
impact of his mother and grandmother’s faith on him.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Define a mother and some natural works a mother does in her child’s life at infant.
2. How can you describe the personalities of Lois and Eunice in our Text today?
3. Diligently study Prov 14:1 and Prov 31:10-25 and discuss how mothers can impact
their children with virtuous manners.
4. From the introduction of our study today, identify the virtues of Timothy which were
as a result of his mother and grandmother’s spiritual impact on him.
CONCLUSION: As we celebrate our mothers today, it is very important to remind

them of their importance as well as their physical and spiritual impacts on their
children in other to nurture them towards the path of God’s kingdom. May God bless
our mother with more virtues to impact their children in Jesus’ name. By God’s grace
we shall meet again on June 15 2025 to discuss the Part 2 of this study which is
Parental Impact on a child (2): The godly father.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A good child reflects his mother’s virtues.
MEMORY VERSE: Prov 14:1 “Every wise woman buildeth her house; But the foolish
plucketh it down with her own hands”.
STUDY 14 5TH SUNDAY IN LENT APRIL 6 2025

SUB- THEME: Personality and character traits of a child (3)
TOPIC: Curiosity
TEXT: Gen. 22:1-8
AIM: to discuss how children’s examples of curiosity can help us in the knowledge of
Christ and His kingdom
INTRODUCTION
I visited one of my friends and was met at the door by his little son. Within a minute,
he had asked me my name, my house, my motor, the type of my motor etc until his
father stopped him and sent him into his room. Children are always curious! Curiosity
means the desire to know, to see, to touch and to feel. Every little child has this virtue
for their development. Curious children not only ask questions, but they seek the
answers. From our text, Isaac asked his father about the ram to be used for sacrifice.
Today’s topic will touch-light how children’s example of curiosity can help us in the
knowledge of Christ and His kingdom.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Define curiosity in the context of our introduction and narrate an experience.
2. Compare Genesis 22:7-8 with the way or ways some parents negatively respond to
their child’s curiosity.
3. According to John 3:1-16 discuss the curiosity of Nicodemus in knowing the way to
the kingdom of God.
4. Critically examine how children’s example of curiosity can help us in the knowledge
of Christ and His kingdom? Psa 42:1-2; Phil 3:9-10.
CONCLUSION: Children ask questions innocently without prejudice. Also, as

Christians, curiosity is not a dangerous trap; it is what God’s grace for knowledge. We
must be curious to innocently know more of God and His way so as to continue in the
knowledge of Christ.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Seeking to know more of Christ is the foundation of more
knowledge.
MEMORY VERSE: Philippians 3:10 “I want to know Christ and the power of his
resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his
death”
STUDY 15 PALM SUNDAY APRIL 13 2025

TOPIC: Hosanna! by the Children
TEXT: Matt 21:12-16
AIMS:
i. to expound the attitude of children to Jesus in the Temple,
ii. to analyse how children are silenced and
iii. to identify methods of encouraging children’s talents and potentials in our
congregations.
INTRODUCTION
Hosanna simply means we beg thee; save us. It is a Hebrew word. One of the virtues
or personality traits in children is conscientiousness. It is truthful virtue in children.
Their white is white and black is black. In our Bible text, we see the children crying
hosanna to Jesus Christ as he entered the temple. This means that the Children
naturally and by reflex, acknowledged Jesus Christ as the Messiah (Saviour) who is
from the tribe of Judah. (Isa 11:1, 10). These children had not yet known the sins of
bigotry, hypocrisy, envy and indignation; therefore, they approached Jesus Christ as
the Messiah with all sincerity.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What do you understand by “Hosanna” and according to Luk 3:15-16, why were the
children shouting Hosanna?
2. Discuss Psalm 8 verse 2 in relation to our study today and mention some wonders
of God through children especially from conception till adolescent.
3. Analyse the attitude of the Pharisees towards the children in our text and mention
various ways by which some adults in our Churches do silence the potentials of
Children.
4. Identify some talents and potentials in children and discuss how to encourage them
in our congregation.
CONCLUSION: As it was difficult to silence the children of Jesus’ days, so it would be
very difficult and even impossible to silence the potentials, talents and godly virtues in
any child of God in our Churches. They are born to thrive and excel.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Today’s children are genius tomorrow; embrace them.
MEMORY VERSE: Psalm 8:2 “Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou
ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou might still the enemy and the
avenger”.
STUDY 16 EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 20 2025

TOPIC: Spiritual Resurrection
TEXT: Luk 15:11-32
AIMS:
i. to expound spiritual death, causes and
ii. to analyse spiritual resurrection and the context in Christendom.
INTRODUCTION
Spiritual death is when one’s conscience to sinfulness is totally dead. The person is
alive, but his or her conscience is totally dead and inactive to good things. The
younger child in our text today was totally dead. He lost his conscience to frivolity,
extravagancy and became a vagabond. The day he died to sin was the day he realized
his mistakes and took a decision to come out of his spiritual death thereby
resurrecting spiritually and went back to take his lost possession (Luk 15:17-19). Can
Christians die or resurrect spiritually? Our study Guides will torchlight to us more.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Explain spiritual death and spiritual resurrection in the context of today’s
introduction.
2. How can somebody die and resurrect spiritually? Gen 41: 9; 42:21-22; Luk 22:56-62;
Rom 6:11.
3. Is it possible for someone who died spiritually never to resurrect spiritually?
Expound from Matt 27:3-5.
4. In the context of Luk 15:25-30, what are the attitudes of some “Christians” to
sinners who repented and accepted Christian livelihood? How best should we react to
forgiven sinners among our congregation? Acts 9:26-28.
CONCLUSION: As we celebrate Easter today in commemoration of the death and

resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ for our redemption, we should put on Christ’s love
to look for erring sinners and preach Christ to them as well as welcome and receive
those who confessed and repented of their sins into our congregations.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: To live in Christ is to die to sin
MEMORY VERSE: Luk 15:32 “It was meet that we should make merry and be glad:
for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again; and was lost, and is found”.
STUDY 17 1ST SUNDAY AFTER EASTER APRIL 27 2025

SUB- THEME: Personality and character traits of a child (4)
TOPIC: Logical
TEXT: Luke 2:41-52
AIMS:
i. to analyse traits of logic in children and
ii. to discuss the relevance to our Christian knowledge of the kingdom.
INTRODUCTION
According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, logic is the principle of proper thinking, used
to arrive at a better conclusion. Logic is an attribute of God. We serve the God who
encourages us to be rational (Isa 1:18). One of the characters in a child is the ability to
ask for reasons: why this?, why that?. This is logic. From our text, Jesus engaged in
discussion with the teachers of the law and asking them questions (Luke 2:41-52). To
defend the faith, Christians must use truth, facts and reason appropriately and
prayerfully. Our study guide will open our eyes to more of this.
STUDY GUIDES
1. In your own understanding, explain logic and illustrate an example in children with
life experience.
2. According to Luke 2:46-47 and Isa 1:18, how can logic be of help to us in wining
souls for Christ?
3. How can the logical traits in children be a challenge to godly reasoning concerning
repentance and reconciliation? Mark 11:29-33; Acts 2:37-38; 16:30-31.
4. What are the dangers of not using logic in a proper way? 2Tim 4:3-4; Titus 3:9.
CONCLUSION: The study today serves as a challenge to godly reasoning concerning

repentance and reconciliation to God. The proper use of logic is to remove intellectual
barriers that hinder a person from accepting Jesus as saviour. However, we must
know that logic cannot replace the inspiration gained through the prompting of the
Holy Spirit, nor the clear truth of God’s word.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Logic is good, but to be inspired by the Holy Spirit is better.
.
MEMORY VERSE: Isa 1:18 "Come now, and let us reason together," Says the LORD,
"Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are
red like crimson, They shall be as wool”.
STUDY 18 2ND SUNDAY AFTER EASTER MAY 4 2025
THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

SUB-THEME: Traits of Negative Behaviours in Children (1)
TOPIC: Bullying
TEXT: Gen 21: 1–9 (KJV)
AIMS:
i. to bring to our consciousness the existence of bullying in our society and
ii. to reaffirm biblical teachings against bullying
INTRODUCTION
Bullying is described as mocking, hurtful teasing, threat, coercion and the likes while
relating with one another. It comes in form of abuse, aggression,
forceful dominance or intimidation. It is a social demean. In our passage today,
Ishmael bullied Sarah and his son Isaac by mocking at them at the entertainment
made at Isaac’s weaning; Bullying is a bad act, it is a sign of immaturity, and it could
also be as a result of lack of proper home training among children. Our study guides
shall expatiate more on this topic.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Explain bullying in the context of our study today. Analyse in Children Concept.
2. What are the Biblical teachings against bullying? Rom 12:18-19; 1Cor 13:4-5; Eph.
4:29.
3. What are the effects of bullying in our Bible Text today and in our Christian
children’s livelihood? Gen 21:10-12; Matt 12:36-37; Mark 13:13.
4. How should Christians teach their children to react to bullying? Lev 19:18; Matt
5:11-12; 5:44.
CONCLUSION: As Christians, we must be very wary of bullying through teasing,

name-calling, threat, backstabbing, embarrassment and gossip. We should also teach
our Children against it because all humans are created in the image of God.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Whoever mocks a fellow person, mocks an image of God.
MEMORY VERSE: Matt 21:9 “And Sarah saw the son of Hagar the Egyptian, which she
had born unto Abraham, mocking”.
STUDY 19 3RD SUNDAY AFTER EASTER MAY 11 2025
THEME: The Reign of God: Children and The Kingdom of God

SUB-THEME: Traits of Negative behaviours in Children (2)
TOPIC: Lying
TEXT: Act 5:1-11
AIMS
i. to expound the concept of lying,
ii. to expose the lying potentials in us and teach us to avoid lying and lies in our daily
living
iii. to understand the implications of lying in the scripture and
INTRODUCTION
Lying means deception in speech or a deliberate act of deviating from the truth. It is
one of the seven abominations to God (Prov. 6:16, 19). In today's text, Ananias and
Sapphira lied; and thereby sinned against God which ended their lives abruptly. Lying
has become a common sin among Christians today as many do not take telling lies as
anything serious. God hates lies and loves the truth. The community of God’s people
should be a place devoid of lies but rather one that fully embrace and exemplify the
truth as Jesus our Saviour is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Explain how you understand lying and give examples of lies that children easily tell.
2. From the following passages, discuss the biblical stand on lying: Lev. 19:11; Ps.
101:7; Prov. 6:16-17; 19:9; Rev. 22:15.
3. Discuss the potentials of lying in Christian and children’s livelihood in our present
age. Gen. 18:15; 27:6-19; 37:31-32.
4. In the context of Acts 5:4,11, how can the understanding of today's study further
the course of the Gospel of Christ in our society and among the children? Matt. 5:16;
6:33; Mark 1:15; Rom. 14:17;.
CONCLUSION: The sin of lying contradicts the very character of God. God cannot lie,
(Tit. 1:3; Heb. 6:18); it is against His very nature to advance falsehood. Lying is a
serious matter and to be abhorred because the reward is eternity in hell (Rev. 21:8).
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Though lying can be sweet but the end is always bitter
MEMORY VERSE: Proverbs 12:22 “Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, But
those who deal truthfully are His delight”.
STUDY 20 4TH SUNDAY AFTER EASTER MAY 18 2025

SUB-THEME: Traits of Negative behaviours in Children (3)
TOPIC: Cheating
TEXT: Gen. 27:5-14
AIMS:
i. to expose the concept of cheating among children,
ii. to understand the effects of cheating to our Christian life and
iii. to discuss how cheating can affect the kingdom work of the Church .
INTRODUCTION
Cheating is the art of getting a desired result with lies and other deceptive ways.
Rebekah in our text taught Jacob how to cheat on his brother to the extent that she
placed curse on herself; and Jacob’s acceptance led to the enmity between him and
his brother. Many people deceive today for the purpose of getting their desired results
forgetting that God's standard can never be manipulated (Lev. 19:35-36). Christians
should know that cheating ruins Christ-like character in us and enlists us in the
company of the devil (Joh. 8:44).
STUDY GUIDES
1. Explain how you understand cheating especially among children.
2. What are the implications of cheating by Christians? Prov 12:22, Prov 19:1; 29:2,
Amos 8:4-7.
3. What effects does cheating especially by Christians have on the Gospel of Christ
today? Isa 59:2; Acts 6:1; Matt. 5:37; Acts 19:13-16; 1Cor 9:12b
4. What are the biblical injunctions to teach children against cheating? Lev. 19:35-36;
Deut. 25:13-16; 1Ti 6:6; James 4:17.
CONCLUSION: Cheating might get someone what he or she desires, but the
aftermath is always unpleasant to the person and the victim. It is a godly thing for
every child of God to live a life of selflessness, honesty and truth that is devoid of
cheating to foster peaceful co-existence in the society and the Church.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A house built with saliva will be destroyed by dew.
MEMORY VERSE: Acts 6:1 “And in those days, when the number of the disciples was
multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because
their widows were neglected in the daily ministration”.
STUDY 21 5TH SUNDAY AFTER EASTER- ROGATION SUNDAY MAY 25
2025
SUB THEME: Traits of Negative Behaviours in Children (4)
TOPIC: Laziness
TEXT: Prov. 6:6-11
AIMS
i. to identify early signs of laziness in our Children,
ii. to bring out lazy habits in parents that influence lazy habits in Children and
iii. to encourage working hard to earn judicious livelihood.
INTRODUCTION
Rogation Sunday is set apart to pray for the works of our hands. Therefore, to
celebrate meaningfully, we must shun laziness. Laziness is when one is not eager or
willing to work or exert oneself. Laziness ultimately leads to not being productive. A
lazy hand is an idle mind mostly given to frivolities instead of substance. Laziness is a
product of the mind. God’s intention from the creation is for man to be gainfully
engaged and not being lazy (Gen. 2:15; Col. 3:25; 1 Thess. 4: 10 – 11; 1 Tim. 5:8).
Laziness produces indolence which is potentially capable of rendering someone
useless while diligence on the other hand ensures that one stands before kings and
not mere men.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Discuss how to identify laziness in children from the following passages Prov. 6:9-
10; Prov. 24:33-34; 2Thess. 3:10-11.
2. How can parents influence their children against lazy habits? Prove 22:6; Matt
25:14-29; Rom 12:11.
3. What are the effects and consequences of laziness? Prov. 12:24; Prov. 13:4; Prov.
19:15; Prov.10:4-5; Matt 25:30.
4. As children of God, how can we deal with laziness in our relationship with God? Eccl
5:2; 8:3; Gal 6:9; 1Thess 4:11-12
CONCLUSION: As today is Rogation Sunday, to commemorate the blessing of our

works, Children must be encouraged towards working judiciously to earn their living
and never to be lazy, idle, and unproductive; wasting their mind, time and resources.
God did not design us to be lazy but wants us to work and make things work.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Laziness has no place in the character of God.
MEMORY VERSE: Rom. 12:11 “Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the
Lord.”
STUDY 22 SUNDAY AFTER ASCENSION JUNE 1 2025

SUB THEME: Traits of Negative Behaviours in Children (5)
TOPIC: Disrespectful
TEXT: Pro 20:20; 30:17.
AIMS:
i. to expatiate on the concept of disrespect,
ii. to expose consequences of being disrespectful and
iii. to study the consequences of disrespectful to God and to parents
INTRODUCTION
Disrespect is to show lack of respect in the way that one speak or behave to someone.
A disrespectful child shows attitudes of rudeness, being impolite, being offensive, not
keeping to terms, not keeping to time, not honouring agreements, etc. Children are
expected to respect their parents and elders by giving them special honour. It is very
pertinent that we know that God our maker also deserves our respect.
The scriptural texts today made us understand that there are curses attached to being
disrespectful. A life that disrespects is in danger of being short-lived.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What does it mean to be disrespectful? How do you identify a disrespectful child?
Read Judges 14:1-3 and discuss on how Samson behaved in a disrespectful manner.
2. How can a Christian be disrespectful to God our Father? Exo. 20:12; Prov. 20:20;
30:17; Mark 7:9-10
3. Compare Judge Nu 6:2-3 with Jdg. 13:3-4, 14:8-9 and Judge 18:30-31 also 2Sam
15:10 with 2Sam18:9, 14 and identify the consequences of being disrespectful.
4. Describe how disrespectful attitudes are displayed in our contemporary churches
CONCLUSION: Samson died prematurely because of his disrespect to the law of God
concerning the Nazirite’s vow. He ate from the dead carcass of a lion. (Judge 14:8-9
Comp Lev 21:1) while Absalom died prematurely because he disrespected his father.
Parents should endeavour to model their children towards the path of respect through
which they will position them to respond appropriately to God as they grow up.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A disrespectful soul is a soul at risk.
MEMORY VERSE: Prov 30:17 “The eye that mocketh at his father, and despiseth to
obey his mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall
eat it”.
STUDY 23 PENTECOST SUNDAY JUNE 8 2025

SUB THEME: Traits of Negative behaviours in Children (6)
TOPIC: Defiance
TEXT: Matt. 21:28-31; Rom 13:1
AIMS:
i. to understand the concept of defiance,
ii. to educate Christians on the need for the Holy Spirit in suppressing defiance and
iii. to expose the consequences of being a defiant child
INTRODUCTION
Today is Pentecost Sunday, in commemoration of the gift of the Holy Spirit on the early
Apostles. To be defiant is to behave in a disobedient manner. It is the refusal to obey
instructions. It is like a determined opposition against authority. The Bible text today
describes reveals a defiant child as one that disobeys his parent. Our study today on
defiant will open us to one of the traits of the absence of Holy Spirit in any child of
God.
STUDY GUIDES
1. From our Introduction, define defiance and enumerate factors that can bring about
defiance in a child?
2. Can a Christian be defiant against God? If yes, how in the context of 1Sam 3:16-18
3. Discuss the place of the scripture through the Holy Spirit in redeeming a defiant
child in the way of God. Eze 11:19; 36:27; 2Ti 3:14-16.
4. What are the consequences of being defiant against God? 1Sam 2:30-36; Prov
29:1; Isa 1:19-20
CONCLUSION: Everyone should understand that the only one in charge of the world
is God, and that we must always do things according to His dictates which include
obedience to those He has given charge over us. However, we cannot do all these
without the help of the Holy Spirit. Let us allow it in our lives as on the day of
Pentecost and surely defiance shall be suppressed.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A defiant child without proper correction will grow up to be a
defiant adult.
MEMORY VERSE: Isaiah 1:19 –20. “If you are willing and obedient, you shall eat the
good of the land; But if you refuse and rebel, you shall be devoured by the sword”; for
the mouth of the LORD has spoken.”
STUDY 24 TRINITY SUNDAY AND FATHERS’ DAY JUNE 15 2025

SUB- THEME: Parental Impact on a child (2)
TOPIC: The godly father
TEXT: 1 Kings 2:1-12
AIMS: To study the biblical context of a godly father’s impact on his child.
INTRODUCTION
We thank God for this year’s fathers’ day. May God bless our fathers more and make
them factors of positive impacts on our children in Jesus’ name. On March 30, during
mothering Sunday, we studied the first part of this sub-theme. Today, we shall study
the second part. In our Bible text, we see King David’s farewell speech to Solomon his
son. Our study guides will expound how this admonition later tutored Solomon in the
right way of governance.
STUDY GUIDES
1. From our Text, analyse the admonitions of David to Solomon.
2. According to 1 King 3:4-5 and 2 Chr 1:3; how can you describe the impact of David
on his son Solomon?
3. Analyse in your experience, how some fathers do mislead their children in our
generation and also how some fathers are leading their children in godly paths.
4. Mention and analyse some of the responsibilities of a godly father. Luk 11:11; Eph
5:28; 6:4; Col 3:21.
CONCLUSION: The father is the head of the family. There are various types of fathers
today in our society; however, a godly father loves, provides and tutors his family in
godly manner. May God grant all our fathers the grace to do these in Jesus’ name.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A godly man makes a goodly father.
MEMORY VERSE: Eph 6:4 “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring
them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord”.
STUDY 25 1ST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY JUNE 22 2025

SUB-THEME: Traits of Negative Behaviours in Children (7)
TOPIC: Ungratefulness
TEXT: Gen 40:1-14, 23
AIMS:
i. to understand the concept of ungratefulness
ii. to expose the signs of ungratefulness in our lives and consider biblical teachings on
ungratefulness.
iii. to understand the importance of the habit of gratefulness and to impart it on our
children.
INTRODUCTION:
Being ungrateful means failure or refusal to acknowledge receipt of something good
from another. The moment we give something to our child or children, and they
cannot easily show gratitude, we should know that trait of ungratefulness is already
building up. In our text today, we can see the butler forgot Joseph after the
benevolence and plea of Joseph. It is very important for us as parents to quickly notice
the trait of ungratefulness in our children and thus warn them against it at an early
stage of their lives.
STUDY GUIDES
1. In the context of 2Tim 3:1-2, how best can you define ungratefulness especially in
children?
2. What are the signs of being ungrateful as a child of God? Deut 8:11-14; Prov 30:11,
13, 15; Rom 1:21.
3. What is the Biblical injunction about ungrateful habit? 1Thess. 5:16-18; Eph. 5:20;
Num.14:27-30; Heb. 13:5-6.
4. How can we teach and tutor children to be grateful? Deut 8:11; Luke 17:11-19; Eph
5:20.
CONCLUSION: Ungrateful habit is a character flaw that will not allow us to enjoy God
and people around us to the fullest. Let everyone examine him or herself to check
whether we have the traits of ungratefulness.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: An ungrateful child is like a thief of virtues.
MEMORY VERSE: Gen 40:23 “Yet the chief butler did not remember Joseph but forgot
him”.
STUDY 26 2ND SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY JUNE 29 2025

SUB-THEME: Imparting Positive Knowledge on Children (1)
TOPIC: Honesty
TEXT: Jer. 35:1-14.
AIMS:
i. to understand honesty and impart its importance on a child and
ii. to expose us to the cost or consequence of honesty.
INTRODUCTION:
Honesty simply means refusal to lie, steal, or deceive in any way. Character traits of
one who is honest will include integrity, truthfulness, fairness and faithfulness. In our
text, the honesty of the Rechabites as instructed by their grandfather was put to test
by God through Jeremiah the prophet. They were given wine to drink in the Lord’s
house by the man of God, but they vehemently refused as it contradicts the
instruction of their father, Jonadab. God used their honest lifestyle as a reference to
the dishonest priests of Judah.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Define Honesty and discuss how the Rechabites manifested it in our text (Jer 35:5-
10).
2. Why do you think a child needs to understand the importance of honesty in their
livelihood? Pro 21:6; Jer 17:11; 22:13.
3. From the following passages, how can we impart children with honest virtues? Lev.
19: 35-36; De 25:13; Zech. 8: 16-17.
4. Using the parable in Matt. 21: 28-31, give typical examples of people doing opposite
of what they say and then point out the implication of that in children upbringing.
Compare with Prov. 12: 22; Acts 5:3-5.
CONCLUSION: God rewarded the honesty of the Rechabites by shielding them from
the enemies’ wrath. (Jer 35:18-19). Our ability to successfully practice and impart
honesty in our day-to-day life will assist in removing deception in the family, the
Church and the society at large.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Honesty may be unfavourable; however, it attracts God’s

favour.
MEMORY VERSE: Prov. 19:1 “Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he
that is perverse in his lips and is a fool”.
STUDY 27 3RD SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY JULY 6 2025

TOPIC: Supportiveness
TEXT: Phil 4:13-19
AIMS:
i. to understand Supportiveness and its biblical relevant and
ii. to discuss the supportive ways at children and parish level.
INTRODUCTION
To support is a call to help in whatever way possible, like caring for the needy or weak,
providing material and spiritual needs. In our text, Apostle Paul extols the virtues of
the Philippian’s Church in their supportive manner towards his ministry and the spread
of the gospel. To further strengthen the need to help, our study guides shall expose us
to more reasons and ways to support each other in Christendom.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What is your understanding of supportiveness and substantiate your answer
according to our text today.
2. According to Matt 25:34-40 and Rom 15:1-2 mention some of the ways we can be
supportive to our children and in the Church.
3. Read Acts 6:1-5 and Joh 6:9, 11 and analyse the importance of support groups
among children and at every parish.
4. What is the biblical injunction for supportiveness as well as the implication for lack
of supportiveness in a Christian’s life? Acts 20: 35; Matt. 25:41-46.
CONCLUSION: Supporting the needy provides a sense of belonging and it has reward
from God. Children who are so taught and imbibe such culture will make our world and
Parish a better place.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Am I a true Christian that is supporting the needy?
MEMORY VERSE: Acts 20:35 “I have shown you in every way, by labouring like this,
that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He
said; It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
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STUDY 28 4TH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY JULY 13 2025

TOPIC: Integrity
TEXT: Job 2:1-3
AIMS:
i. to understand the concept of integrity and
ii. to discuss the values of integrity and its benefits among children and the Church.
INTRODUCTION
The word Integrity evolved from Latin adjective ‘integer’, meaning whole or complete.
Therefore, Integrity is an inner sense of ‘wholeness’ deriving from qualities such as
honesty and consistent character. Job, the character in our text today, successfully
passed the test of Integrity as he was made a reference personality by God before
Satan. Our Integrity is put to test daily by a culture of corruption, falsehood and
dishonesty. Our study guide will open us to more discoveries on this vital topic.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Describe Integrity in your own words using God’s description of Job in today’s text.
2. Identify and mention the attributes of Integrity from the following references: Job
2:3; Prov. 4:25-27; Phil. 4: 8.
3. Someone tells his child he is not at home when truly; he was sleeping inside the
house. Discuss this in line with our topic today and the impact on such a child.
4. How will you apply the following bible passages to impart Integrity on your children?
Gen. 39:7-9; Dan. 1:5, 8; Acts 21:8-9.
5. What are the benefits for an individual or a Church with Integrity? Gen. 41: 39-41;
Neh. 7: 1-2; Job 42:10.
CONCLUSION: The Christian’s Integrity in the workplace and anywhere cannot be

overemphasized as they include: sincerity; loyalty; obedience; moral uprightness;
honesty; steadfast commitment to righteousness; and maintaining consistency under
pressure. The more we do these, the more we receive favour from God and people
around us.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Do what you say and act what you believe.
MEMORY VERSE: Job 2: 3 “Then the Lord said to Satan, “Have considered My servant
Job, that there is that there is none like him on earth, a blameless and upright man,
one who fears God and shuns evil? And still he holds fast to his integrity, although you
incited Me against him, to destroy him without cause.”

TOPIC: Optimism
TEXT: Dan 3:16-18
AIMS:
I. to discuss the concept of optimism and
ii. to enlighten on how to impart children with optimistic Christian values.
INTRODUCTION
Optimism is hopefulness about future success and gloriousness. It is confidence that
everything will turn out good. Our text today exposed us to the result of the Hebrews’
faith in God which led to their optimism concerning their deliverance. Their hope for
deliverance was manifested in their total deliverance.
STUDY GUIDES
1. In the context of our text, explain optimism and how you can minister to an average
Nigerian Youth on the current economic challenges.
2. In a society where compromise seems to be the order of the day, how can you
impart optimistic values in children on contemporary challenges? Ps. 30: 5; Isa 43;2;
Phil 4:13; 19; Heb. 10: 23
3. Read Job 2:9-13 and explain the factors and challenges that can destroy optimism in
a Christian’s life.
4. As Christians, what should be the focus of our optimism in Christendom? Php 3:20;
Heb 11:15-16; 13:14.
CONCLUSION: Faith is the foundation and rock on which we stand as Christians and
hope is the confidence and expectation that God’s promises will be fulfilled. Optimism
is a combination of the two that turns conviction and enthusiasm of hope into reality.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Christians, remain hopeful despite life challenges.
MEMORY VERSE: Heb. 10: 23 “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without
wavering; for He who promised is faithful.”

SUB-THEME 5: Imparting Positive Knowledge on Children (5)
TOPIC: Respect
TEXT: John 4:7-30
AIMS:
i. to understand the concept of Respect along and
ii. to discuss practical ways of imparting the virtue in children and Church members.
INTRODUCTION
The concept of Respect is essentially to either admire another person or to have
regard for the feelings, wishes, and rights as they are due as human being. It is to see
that each person is God’s creation and so deserves to be treated as we would like to
be treated. The concept is clearly brought out in our text where Jesus, as a Jew without
looking down on the Samaritan woman who perhaps based on her loose life could not
go to the well at the regular time other women would go. Jesus never disregarded her,
but requested from her, drinking water. Our study guide will expose us to the result of
Jesus respect for this woman.
STUDY GUIDES
1. How do you understand the concept of Respect especially as demonstrated by our
Lord Jesus Christ in our text.
2. Explain the result of Jesus’ respectful dialogue with the Samaritan woman according
to Joh 4:28-30.
3. What are the biblical injunctions concerning respect for various categories of
people? 1 Pet. 2:13-18; 3: 1; 5:1.
4.How can we impart the virtue of Respect to children? Prov. 17:5; 20:20; 23:22; 30:17
CONCLUSION: Respecting others demonstrates the value God places on life. As

parents and teachers, teaching and training our children on how to respect others will
give a better and pleasant atmosphere to our society and Church community.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Respect and you shall be respected.
MEMORY VERSE:1 Pet. 2: 17 “Honour all people. Love the brotherhood. Fear God.
Honour the king.”
STUDY 31 7TH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY AUGUST 3 2025

TOPIC: Curiosity
TEXT: John 3:1-15
AIMS:
i. to understand Curiosity from biblical perspective and
ii. to expatiate on the essence of curiosity in children development.
INTRODUCTION:
Curiosity is a disposition to want to know more or to learn more about a wide variety
of things including personalities. In our text, Nicodemus, a Pharisee, and a ruler of the
Jews went to Jesus by night in order to know more of Jesus. This curiosity led to the
dialogue concerning the new birth through which Nicodemus was enlightened more
concerning the kingdom of God..
STUDY GUIDES
1. Define Curiosity in the context of our text today.
2. In the context of our topic today, how do you understand the verses in Joh 3:6, 8?
3. What is the importance of Curiosity to our spiritual growth? Discuss in the context of
Exod. 3:1-10; Luke 19:1-10.
4. How should parents encourage and empower children to cultivate a healthy sense
of Curiosity? Deut. 29:29; Prov. 25: 2; Jam 1:5.
CONCLUSION: Curiosity enables Nicodemus discovered some spiritual mysteries.

Therefore, curiosity enlightens children to explore the world around them with a new
perspective.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Curiosity determines the level of knowledge.
MEMORY VERSE: Prov. 25: 2 “It is the glory of God to conceal a thing; but the honour
of kings is to search out a matter.”

TOPIC: Self-Confidence – a tool for lifelong success
TEXT: 1 Sam. 17: 42-49
AIMS:
i. to discuss self-confidence and its sources and
ii. to identify practical ways of developing it for the kingdom purpose.
INTRODUCTION
In Christianity, confidence is an assurance of one’s relationship with God with the
boldness and conviction that one’s destiny is secured in God. In our text, David, was a
youth without previous experience in war but displayed self-confidence based on his
faith in God by boldly engaging Goliath, a warlord in battle. Our study guides will
beam more light on how self-confidence can be a vital tool that can positively impact
the lives of our children when they are so taught.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What is your own understanding of self-confidence and how does David exhibit it in
his encounter with Goliath? 1Sam 17:44-45
2. Where did David derive his self-confidence from and how do you teach that to a
child? 1 Sam. 17: 34-37; Ps. 27:1-3; Jer. 17: 7-8; Phil 4:13.
3. David, the youngest of Jesse’s sons was made a shepherd where he developed his
skill in self-confidence. Discuss the practical things we can put our children through to
develop their self-confidence, especially the shy ones. Prov. 3: 25-26; Zech 4:6, 7, 10;
Mt 21:21; Phil. 4: 13; Heb. 10: 35-36.
4. How can self-confidence help in expanding the kingdom of God? Isa 41:10, 13; Matt
10:19, 28; Acts 4:31-32.
CONCLUSION: As the righteous is as bold as the lion, so is the person whose

confidence is based on his faith in God. Therefore, a child that is self-confident
becomes a pride of his parents and can successfully face the challenges of life.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: The self-confident person is a victor.
MEMORY VERSE: Phil. 4: 13 “I can do all things through Christ which strengthened
me,”

TOPIC: Adaptability
TEXT: Phil. 2:5-8
AIMS:
i. to explain the adaptability of Jesus and its importance for gospel ministers and
ii. to discuss practical ways to help children adapt for the kingdom’s fortune.
INTRODUCTION:
Adaptability is the ability to change and fit into a new situation. Adaptability often
requires living above circumstances and conditions. It also entails humility and
yielding your will and mind to God and His plan. In our text today, our Lord Jesus Christ
displays a good example in adaptability. He left his heavenly glory to come to this
world in human nature and as innocent as he is, to die as a criminal for our sin. Our
study guide will further explain how we can adapt like him.
STUDY GUIDES
1. How best can you explain adaptability according to Jesus’ mission on earth?
2. What are the virtues for adaptability for the propagation of the gospel? Matt 3: 13-
15; Rom. 6:13; 1 Cor. 9: 19-23.
3. Practically, how can we teach our children to adapt to challenging situations? Phil.
4: 11-13 and differentiate between adaptability in godliness and complacence in
ungodliness. 2 Cor 6:14.
4. How well can we adapt our evangelism style to effectively enhance the kingdom
fortunes? Matt, 9: 14-15; Luke 22: 35-36
CONCLUSION: Like Jesus willingly accepted to be refashioned according to His

Father’s will and plan in humility, every child of God must be obedient and willing to
do things in God’s way no matter the situation. However, we must be very cautious to
know that adaptability in godliness is totally different from complacence in
ungodliness.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Divine demands require your yielding to God’s plan.
MEMORY VERSE: Rom. 6:13 “Neither yield your members as instruments of

unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God; as those that are alive from
the dead, and your members as instruments unto God”

TOPIC: Creativity
TEXT: Exod. 35:30-35
AIMS:
i. to understand the root of creativity from biblical context
ii. to discuss ways of developing creative skills in a child and
iii. to discuss the importance of Creativity to God, humanity, and the Church
INTRODUCTION
Creativity is rooted in God because He is the creator of all things on earth and in
heaven. So, whether you are a painter, seamstress, designer, musician, etc, we all
have some level of creativity in us, since we are made in the image of God. Creative
skills involve open-mindedness, curiosity, ability to brainstorm, experimentation,
networking, observation, organization, communication etc. In our text, God called and
made Bezalel and Aholiab artisans by imparting them with His Spirit of wisdom,
understanding and knowledge in all manners of workmanship.
STUDY GUIDE
1. Define creativity and identify the personalities in our text and the source of their
creative skills. Exod 35:30-31.
2. From biblical context, how can you prove that God is the ultimate creator and the
source of all creativity? Job 5:8-9; Ps. 139:14; Jam 1:6-7.
3. Mention the creative skills in Exod 35:32-35 and how can parents encourage their
children to develop such skills in a situation of lack of employment opportunities? Ps.
8:1-2; 104:24; Isa 8:18.
4. How can creativity be a vital tool for evangelism and mission? Psa 68:4; 107:15-16;
Acts 16:25-33; Rom 12:6-8.
CONCLUSION
Creativity and the creative process are good and beautiful ways of glorifying the
wonders of God. Therefore, the Lord equips and inspires us to use His gracious gifts for
His kingdom expansion on earth.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Life without creativity is valueless

MEMORY VERSE: Exod. 35: 35 “He has filled them with skill to do all manner of work
of the engraver and the designer and the tapestry maker, in blue, purple, and scarlet
thread, and fine linen, and of the weaver – those who do every work and those who
design artistic works.”

TOPIC: Courage
TEXT: Matt 14:22-32
AIMS:
i. to define courage and
ii. to discuss the method to use in imparting Courage to kids in daunting insecurity
situations
INTRODUCTION
Courage is the ability or quality of the spirit that enables one to face danger or pain
without showing fear. It was this kind of quality that Peter displayed when he found
out in our text that Jesus was walking on the sea and asked Jesus if he could come to
him by walking on the sea. Jesus encouraged him to come, and he jumped into the
waters and started walking on the sea. However, when he started looking at the wind
blowing around him, he started sinking. Our study guides will beam searchlight into
how children and Christians can be spiritually imparted with courage in a sinking and
stormy world.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Define courage according to our text and explain why Peter was able to walk on the
sea and why he started sinking on the sea.
2. Failure in examinations is one way to discourage a child in progressive moves.
Mention some other means of discouragement and from biblical points of view; give
possible methods to impart courage in such a child. Josh. 1:5-9; Ps. 23:1-4; Rom 8:28;
Phil 4:13.
3. Children are always confronted with challenges like bullies at school, insecurities,
kidnappers on the road etc, what method should a parent or guardian adopt to impart
courage in a child in the face of such challenges around us? Deut. 31:6; Psa 27:1-3;
Isa. 43:1-4; 2Tim. 1:7.
4. Considering the current threats on the Church, discuss how courage can be a good
tool for evangelization in Christendom. Dan. 3:16-26; 6:16-26; Matt. 28:20.
CONCLUSION
Having experiential knowledge of God’s presence in one’s life will produce Courage
fuelled by faith to face challenges. So, when we trust in God’s power, promises and His
word; we have full assurance of victory that overcome fear and at the end of every
challenge.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Courage with faith in God overcomes fear.
MEMORY VERSE: Deut. 31: 6 “Be strong and of a good courage, do not fear nor be
afraid of them’ for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not
leave you nor forsake you.”
STUDY 36 12TH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY SEPTEMBER 7 2025

TOPIC: Patience
TEXT: Gen. 17: 1-6, 15-17
AIMS:
i. to teach Patience through some Biblical examples and
ii. to discuss some practical ways of imparting Patience into children
INTRODUCTION
Patience is the capacity or virtue to tolerate challenges, delays, or denial without
getting upset. In patience, you don’t lose your temper. In our text, Abraham and Sarah
had to wait for twenty-five years before having the promised child, Isaac. Their
experience is a virtuous example of Patience for both parents and children of our
generation.
STUDY GUIDES
1. How do you understand Patience in the context of our text? And how do you relay
same to children?
2. Learning from God’s example of His Patience with the Israelites in Deut. 29: 2-5,
how should we apply this virtue as parents and children in our Christian lives? Eccl
7:8;Luk 21:19; Rom 12:12; 2Tim 2:24.
3. How should parents impart this important virtue to children through ‘delayed
gratification’, ‘sowing and harvesting’ etc.? Zech. 8: 12; Heb. 6:12; Jam. 1: 3-4
4. Just as Joseph was rewarded for his patience for the manifestation of his leadership
dreams in Gen. 37: 5, 9-10; 45: 4-7, what are other benefits of Patience to the Church
and individuals? Ps. 40:1; Isa 33:2; Lam 3:25; Luk 2:25; Act 1:4; 2:1-2.
CONCLUSION
We can only receive the virtue of Patience through our individual relationship with the
Holy Spirit. Just like Abraham, Sarah, Joseph had the fulfilment of God’s promises
through patience, so shall all believers in Christ Jesus who patently wait for His second
coming, inherit the kingdom of God.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Patience is important for fulfilment of God’s promises
MEMORY VERSE: Heb. 6:12 “That you do not become sluggish but imitate those who
through faith and patience inherit the promises.”
THEME: Children and the Kingdom of God

SUB THEME: Child Discipline (1)
TOPIC: Avoid overindulgence
TEXT: 1 Samuel 2: 12-18
AIMS:
i. to study the Biblical idea of Child Discipline and its rewards and
ii. to examine the effects of lack of discipline [overindulgence] on the Child and the
society
INTRODUCTION
Child discipline may be described as the boundary set, or structure put in place by
parents to effectively help their children fit into the real world with happiness. In our
text today, Prophet Eli was inoffensive to his children and overindulged them in their
sinful manners. The Bible enjoins parents to train their children to obey ethical rules,
sometimes using punishment to correct disobedience [Proverbs 19:18; 13:24; 22:15].
In today’s study, we shall examine the benefits of child discipline and consequences of
lack of it through overindulgence on the child and the society.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What is Child discipline and its effects in the following passages? Genesis 39:6-10;
Jeremiah 35:3-7; Daniel 1:8; 11-15; Hebrews 11:24-25.
2. Read 1 Samuel 2:13-17; 22-24. Was it appropriate for Eli to have waited until when
he became old, and his children became adults before trying to correct them?
Discuss.
3. Discuss apparently inoffensive adult routines that may harm a child’s future if
exposed to them.
4. How can we enforce child discipline seamlessly at home, in the Church and in the
Society? Deut. 6:6-7; Prov 29:17; Eph 6:4, Col 3:21.
CONCLUSION: We often forget that child discipline really means to teach, not always
to punish them. Children are the Lord’s lambs and parental examples will go a long
way in feeding them. The Christian child should be raised with the mind-set that these
are good seeds and children of the Kingdom.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Persuasion or Coercion, Child discipline is crucial.
MEMORY VERSE: Prov 29:17 “Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he
shall give delight unto thy soul”.

SUB THEME: Child Discipline (2)
TOPIC: Discipline through denials
TEXT: Deut 8:2-6
AIMS:
i. to study the divine intention behind Christian hardships
ii. to learn how we may apply denials to inculcate the virtue of discipline in our
children
INTRODUCTION
As a boy, the famous Methodist Preacher, Dr W. E. Sangster went to a camp. He soon
ran out of money, sent a telegram to his father asking for more. He got no reply. His
friends mocked him that his father didn’t love him. Sangster said, “I know I am loved,
only I don’t know why my father did not reply. When I get home, I’m sure he will tell
me himself”. At home, his father said he was tempted to send more money, but felt
his son was not treating money with sufficient care and needed to learn its value. In
our Bible text, we can see how God guides the Israelites’ paths through hardship and
denying them of pleasure route. Our study Guides will open our eyes to how we may
apply same discipline to guide our children.
STUDY GUIDES
1. From the story in the introduction, how would you explain discipline through
denials?
2. Why did God lead His people along a long arduous route? Exod 13:17; Num 14:1-4;
Deut. 8:2-3.
3. Read Hebrews 12: 5-11 and explain the reasons behind divine parental discipline.
4. In your own analysis, suggest ways to discipline our children through denials.
CONCLUSION: Like magnet in a field of iron, children are so vulnerable and could
readily pick up activities around them. Parents are required to deny the children
certain things/associations as insulation against bad influences. They may not
immediately agree that they should be denied what they believe we can afford, but
with time, they will understand and thank us for applying timely discipline at the right
time.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Momentary denials can breed enduring appreciations.
MEMORY VERSE: Deut 8:3 “He humbled you, causing you to hunger, and then
feeding you with manna to teach you that man does not live by bread alone, but by
every word that comes from the mouth of the LORD.”

SUB-THEME: The unborn Child (1)
TOPIC: Valuable to God
TEXTS: Psa 127:3; Ps. 139:13-16
AIM:
i. to study the concept of an unborn child in biblical context and
ii. to expound the value God places on an unborn child.
INTRODUCTION
Our topic today is like a continuation of study 2 of January 12 2025 that explained the
biblical meaning of a child as a human being between the stages of conception (Baby
in the womb) and puberty. Moreover, an unborn child is a human being between the
stages of conception (in the womb) and delivery at birth. Our texts extol the values
God placed on the unborn child and clarify that everything God created was good and
beautiful, including man in His own image and in His likeness.
STUDY GUIDES
1. From the following passages, discuss scriptural view of the unborn child? Ps 22:9;
71:6; Job 31:15.
2. In the light of Gen 25:21-23; Psalm 127:3; Jer. 1:5; Gal. 1:15 discuss the value God
placed on the unborn child.
3. What is your view of the foetus? Is it ordinary blood or a human?
4. Discuss ways through which unborn children are being abused in our generation
especially by pregnant women.
CONCLUSION : The Lord Almighty places great importance on every unborn child
(foetus). Therefore, we must be careful of how we care for them; never to disvalue
them in other to avoid the wrath of God.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Am I disvaluing God’s creation?
MEMORY VERSE: Gen 25:23: “And the LORD said to her: "Two nations are in your
womb, Two peoples shall be separated from your body; One people shall be stronger
than the other, And the older shall serve the younger."”
STUDY 40 16TH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY OCTOBER 5 2025

SUB-THEME: The unborn child 2
TOPIC: Abuse of the unborn child: Abortion
TEXT: Gen. 1:27; Ex. 20:13; Deut. 5:17; Psa 139:13-14
AIMS:
i. to discuss the concept of abortion in the context of practices based on culture,
exposure and circumstances and
ii. to evaluate the issue of abortion from biblical point of view as believers in Christ.
INTRODUCTION
Our topic today is a continuation of last Sunday‘s study; that the unborn child is the
foetus (developing child) between the stages of conception (in the womb) and
delivery. Abortion simply means the termination of a pregnancy by destroying the
embryo or foetus (developing child in the womb). Though, there is no explicit biblical
reference regarding abortion; but the Bible describes the creation of humans “in the
image of God” (Gen. 1:27); and beautifully created (Psa 139:13-14) Moreover, our
texts today reveal that God sets a bound, (“do” and “don’ts”) for the man He created.
One of the rules is that we must not shed blood (Ex. 20:13; Deut. 5:17; Gen. 37:22).
This study will help us to understand and to be conscious of the commandments of
God, particularly as it regards the abuse of the unborn child.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Explain what you understand by “abortion and foetus” in the context of the
introduction with references to Gen 37:22b and Exod 20:13.
2. According to your cultural background, discuss some reasons why pregnancies are
terminated and your opinion about permitting abortion on health ground (health of the
mother) and because of rape? Are they justifiable?
3. Who is to be blamed in abortion; the baby in the womb or the abortionist?
4. Considering indecent dressings and unholy relationships, discuss biblical steps and
godly advice we must take as Christians to avoid unwanted pregnancies especially
through rape. 1 Cor 5:9; 2 Cor 6:14-17.
CONCLUSION: As we round up this study, do you know that what some people are
destroying through abortion is what some people like Hannah are desperately looking
for? Unfortunately, what some people call “ordinary blood” eventually develops to
human being. Imagine if the foetus of Isaac, Deborah, Esther, Samuel, David and other
great people in the Bible were aborted?... Therefore, when pregnancies are
terminated, destinies are destroyed. However, preventive measures must be taken
against unwanted pregnancy especially measures against being a victim of rape.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: What could that aborted child have become…..?
MEMORY VERSE: Gen. 37:22b: “Shed no blood…”

SUB-THEME: Child abuse (1)
TOPIC: Abuse of house-help
TEXT: Deut 24:14-15
AIMS:
i. to study the concept of house-help,
ii. to expound God’s stand on the abuse of house-helps and
iii. to open our eyes to the importance of godly relationship with our house-helps.
INTRODUCTION
A house-help is someone (male or female) that is employed or living with a family for
the primary duty of assisting in our domestic activities. Some house-helps have
parents or parents that are so impoverished, while some of them are totally orphans
who need help. Our Bible text today reveals to us the stand of God on these helpers in
our house. How do we treat these helpers, what is the Christian standard in relating
with them and what is God’s command concerning them? These and other pertaining
points shall be expounded in our study guide today.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Who is a house-help? And why do many of them engage in such work?
2. In the Context of Deut 15:7-10; how do some people abuse or treat their house-
helps? What lessons do you learn from the relationship between Naaman, his wife and
the maid in 2 Kings 5:2-5.
3. According to Lev 19:13; Deut 24:14-15; 1Tim 5:18, how are we expected to treat
our house-helps as Christians?
4. Discuss God’s displeasure over maltreatment of house-helps. Exo 21:20; Jer 22:13;
Jas 5:4
CONCLUSION: House-helps are not accursed human beings; they are born by parents
like their masters or mistresses; they are not taboos to good livelihood and we as
Christians should never treat them like that, instead, we must relate with them with
social respect in other to avoid God’s judgment.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Remember! Your house-help is another person’s child!
MEMORY VERSE: Deut 24:14 “Thou shalt not oppress a hired servant that is poor and
needy, whether he be of thy brethren, or of thy sojourners that are in thy land within
thy gates.”

TOPIC: Sexual Abuse
TEXT: 2 Sam 13:1-29
AIM:
i. to create awareness regarding the ugly trend of sexual abuse,
ii. to torchlight the various contemporary templates for sexual abuses and
iii. discuss means of guarding against it.
INTRODUCTION
Sexual abuse has to do with having carnal knowledge of someone by force (otherwise
called rape). Occasionally, young people are lured with marks in examination, job
appointments, financial assistance, pictures, magazines, movies including
pornographic contents and other incentives. At other times, one person overpowers
the other, taking advantage of his or her strength. In other circumstances, students
are threatened with failure in exams in other to abuse them sexually. Our text today
reveals how Amnon manipulated his cousin.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What is sexual abuse and mention some factors that can lead to it in our society.
2. Discuss examples of sexual abuse from the following passages: Gen. 34:1-2; 2 Sam.
13:11-14.
3. Narrate from contemporary incidences how students, housemaids, subordinates in
workplace and even relations are abused sexually.
4. In line with contemporary stories and judgments on sexual abuses and according to
2 Sam. 13:28-29; what are the consequences for culprits of sexual abuse?
CONCLUSION: At times, what people call “love” is actually “lust” and once they
satisfy their lust, they get out of the way. We must therefore guard our hearts against
lust and sexual abuse. Christians are expected to live a decent life and not engage in
any form of sexual abuse instead, discourage it in our speech, manners and
relationships.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Am I driven by love or lust?
MEMORY VERSE: Gen 34:2 “And when Shechem the son of Hamor the Hivite, prince
of the country, saw her, he took her and lay with her, and violated her”.

TOPIC: Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)
TEXT: Lev. 19:29; Deut. 23:17-18
AIM:
i. to expose Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) as an illegal trade
ii. to study the factors for this illegality and
iii. to discuss the importance of protecting children against human scavengers of
children in our generation.
INTRODUCTION
A commercial sexually exploited child is one who is lured to engage, agrees to engage
in, or offers to engage in sexual conduct in exchange for money, clothing, shelter,
goods or care. Whereas it is true that many went into this lifestyle as a result of
hardship or other challenges; many resorted into this lifestyle because of poor
parental care; whichever way, this practice is abhorrence to God and dangerous to the
life of the child. The question now is at what point in their lives did they delve into this
lifestyle? This should raise worry and curiosity in our hearts and a passion to
safeguard our young children.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What do you understand by commercial sexual exploitation of children?
2. In the context of Deut 19:29, what can you say are the reasons behind the act of
commercial exploitation of children in our generation?
3. Discuss God’s injunction over this attitude in the light of the following scriptures:
Lev. 19:29; Deut. 23:17-18
4. How can we save our children from this dangerous situation? Discuss in the context
of Prov 19:18.
CONCLUSION: The little girls being sexually exploited are people’s children, including
Christian parents. Therefore, let us devote more time in training our children in godly
manners and also inculcate the habit of dignified profession and livelihood in other to
save them from human scavengers in our contemporary world.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Disciple your daughters in godly manner to avoid unholy
profession.
MEMORY VERSE: Deut 19:29 “'Do not prostitute your daughter, to cause her to be a
harlot, lest the land fall into harlotry, and the land become full of wickedness”.
STUDY 44 20TH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY NOVEMBER 2 2025

TOPIC: Child Trafficking
TEXT: Gen. 37:2, 25-28
AIMS:
i. to explain the meaning of child-trafficking,
ii. to discuss factors that can lead to child trafficking and
ii. why believers must not participate in such act.
INTRODUCTION
Child-trafficking is when children and young people are tricked, forced or persuaded to
leave their homes and are moved out and exploited, forced to work for the advantage
of the master, or sold. In most cases, it is done for fraudulent benefits. Joseph the son
of Jacob is a typical illustration of the evil of child-trafficking. Sadly, there are still
cases of child trafficking even in our generation, and some of the perpetrators are in
church. What are the factors for this and the biblical standpoint? Let us continue in our
study guides for more exposition.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What do you understand by “child trafficking”?
2. According to Gen. 37:25-28: Identify and discuss reasons why Joseph’s brothers sold
him.
3. Discuss reasons why people get involved in child trafficking today. Are those
reasons justifiable?
4. What is God’s view and verdict about child trafficking? Exod 21:16; Matt. 18:5-6.
CONCLUSION: Every child born into this world has the right to liberty. Nobody was
born to be the slave of another. Child trafficking is incurring the wrath of God and
Christians should continuously preach and act against it.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Legit business counts!
MEMORY VERSE: Exod 21:16 "He who kidnaps a man and sells him, or if he is found
in his hand, shall surely be put to death”.
STUDY 45 21ST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY NOVEMBER 9 2025

TOPIC: Shaken Baby Syndrome
TEXTS: Psalm 127:3; Eph. 6:4
AIMS:
i. to study the concept of shaken baby syndrome,
ii. to expose God’s injunction on such attitude and
ii. to discuss means of discouraging such acts in our society.
INTRODUCTION
Shaken baby syndrome is a type of brain injury that happens when a baby or young
child is shaken violently. Shaken baby syndrome usually occurs when a parent or
caregiver severely shakes a baby or toddler due to frustration or anger – often
because the child won’t stop crying. This could cause brain damage or even death of
the child. God is against any form of mistreatment of the child for whatever reason.
This study is to expose this evil and call on every true Christian to abhor such practice.
STUDY GUIDES
1. What do you understand by “shaken baby syndrome”? Narrate an experience you
have witnessed.
2. Which other ways are children mishandled that you considered wicked?
3. From the following passages, discuss God’s injunction and the Scriptural stand on
children: Gen 21:14-19; Psa 127:3; Eph. 6:4.
4. There are many single parents in our generation who are maltreating their own
children because of frustration. How would you advice such parents in the context of
Psalm 127:3?
CONCLUSION: When the Bible said that human beings are created in the image of
God, children are not only part of that creation, but also a heritage of God. We must
always ask ourselves at the point of transferring of anger to any child; who offends
me, the child or the mother or the father? Therefore, we must never under any guise
destroy the creation and heritage of God.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Who offends me, the child or the mother or the father?
MEMORY VERSE: Psa 127:3 “Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, The fruit
of the womb is a reward”.
STUDY 46 2ND SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT NOVEMBER 16 2025

TOPIC: Institutional Abuse or Neglect
TEXT: Gen 21:14-19.
AIMS:
i. to define institutional abuse or neglect in biblical context and
ii. to discourage every form of institutional abuse or neglect.
INTRODUCTION
Institutional abuse or neglect has to do with the abuse or neglect which occurs in any
facility for children in public or private institutions, hospitals, care homes and so on. In
our days, the practice of lecturers molesting students for marks, or demanding for sex
before passing them, has become very rampant. Also, we hear stories of doctors
taking advantage of their patients sexually and other similar occurrences. Worst of all
these are cases of mothers abandoning their children after birth on the roadside or
inside gutter ways. These trends are not supposed to be associated with one who
claims to be an image of God (Eph. 5:3)
STUDY GUIDES
1. What do you understand by institutional abuse or neglect according to our
introduction today?
2. How will you describe the attitude of Haggar in Gen 21:15-16 compare with the
attitude of Moses’ mother in Exod 2:2-4. Is there any difference? If there are, explain
the difference between the two stories.
3. Mention an experience or share the story of an Institutional abuse or child neglect
and discuss practical steps that can be taken to guard against these acts. Matt. 5:16.
4. From the following passages, what is God’s position about these abuses? Gen
21:17-19; Isa 1:16; Luk 11:11-12; James 1:27.
CONCLUSION: A Christian with a living conscience is not expected to be associated

with certain criminal activities, like the case institutional abuse or child neglect. It is
very important that every person placed in position should respect such position and
their calling without abusing it under any guise and children given to us must never be
abandoned or neglected for danger.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Who knows the future of that abused child?
MEMORY VERSE: Gen 21:18 "Arise, lift up the child and hold him with your hand, for I
will make him a great nation."
STUDY 47 SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT NOVEMBER 23 2025

TOPIC: Emotional Abuse
TEXT: 1 Sam. 2:12-17
AIMS:
i. to understand the concept of emotional abuse of children,
ii. to relate it with adult emotional abuses and
iii. to discuss how to curtail it.
INTRODUCTION
Emotional abuse is a pattern of behaviour in which the perpetrator insults, humiliates
and generally instils fear in a child or an individual adult. It also means abuse of a
privilege. Eli’s sons abused the privilege given to them by God. Unfortunately, Eli
himself did not pay attention to the emotional abuses inflicted on God’s congregation
by his sons; thereby wounding the heart of God. Emotional abuse has consequences
both here and in eternity. Let’s go on to discuss these.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Define emotional abuse and give concrete examples from your experience on how
children are emotionally abused.
2. From the Bible passage today (1Sam 2:12-17), simply narrate the nature of the
abuse by the sons of Eli on the congregation and God’s attitude towards the actions in
1Sam 2:30-34.
3. Discuss the nature of such emotional abuse in Acts 6:1 and compare this with our
contemporary emotional abuses between our political leaders and the citizens. How
can we curb this as a principal officer or Government official in the context of Acts 6:2-
7 and especially in local Government affairs?
4. As Christians, where can we find succour when emotionally abused? Psalms 13; 25;
37. Read these Psalms at home and whenever you are emotionally abused.
CONCLUSION: We must not toil with people’s emotions. This can lead to frustration.
Above all, we must not take the mercies of God for granted so that the fate of Eli’s
sons will not be our potion, instead, let us continuously respect the personality of
others irrespective of who they are.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: People’s emotion is germane to God! Don’t toil with it!
MEMORY VERSE: Acts 6:1 “Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was
multiplying, there arose a complaint against the Hebrews by the Hellenists, because
their widows were neglected in the daily distribution”.
STUDY 48 ADVENT SUNDAY NOVEMBER 30 2025
THEME: Reign of God: Children and The Kingdom of God

SUB-THEME: Accepting the gospel like a child (1)
TOPIC: Embracing Unity.
TEXT: Psalm 133
AIMS:
i. to expound the type of unity found among children,
ii. to highlight advantages of Christian unity over disunity and
ii. to demonstrate that disunity is not compatible with Christianity.
INTRODUCTION
Unity among Children means to stay as one regardless of the differences and the
circumstance. Among age group: 8-14 years, there is always unity and harmony with
and among individuals in the group. Unity continues by accepting and appreciating
each person and his or her contribution. As Christians we must shun disparity in
propagating the gospel. Being united as Christians gives us strength in the
propagation of the gospel. Individually, people can be weak and prone to failure, but
togetherness brings power.
STUDY GUIDES
1. In your own words, explain or analyse unity among children and give examples.
2. In the concept of Psalm 133 what should be the harmony amongst Christians?
Compare with 1 Cor. 12:12-13, 22-27; Eph 4:1-3.
3. Enumerate the benefits the church enjoys as a result unity in Acts 2:42-47.
4. Carefully examine Acts 15:36-40; Gal 5:13-15 and discuss the causes and demerits
of disagreements in the body of Christ.
CONCLUSION: Unity in a church does not in any way mean that people cannot
express their different opinions on issues; but that members consciously cooperate
with one another. Consciously accommodate one another despite differences in
education, tribe or nationality, economic status etc, etc. This unity gives the world a
positive image of the church, fosters both spiritual numerical and material growth.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A house divided against itself cannot stand.
MEMORY VERSE: Eph 4:3 “Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of
peace”.
STUDY 49 2ND SUNDAY IN ADVENT DECEMBER 7 2025

TOPIC: Be Truthful
TEXT: Gen 37:1-2
AIMS:
i. to expose the truthful nature in children,
ii. to highlight the fact that telling half-truth or outright untruthfulness is sinfulness
and that
iii. that God hates liars.
INTRODUCTION
A certain Christian man did not want to see his neighbour whom he owed some
money. So, he told his five-year-old son to tell the neighbour that he (the father) was
not at home. When the neighbour eventually came, he met the child who told him that
his father said he should tell him that he is not at home. When asked if he knew where
his dad went, the young child replied that his father was lying on the bed. Thus, he
unknowingly exposed his father’s lie. This is an example of the truthful nature of
children. They don’t know how to lie or deceive. Our Text today draws our attention to
the fact that Joseph never joins the evil practices of his brethren as he always exposes
them to his father.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Define truth in the children context and analyse what was wrong in the actions of
the Christian father in the introduction above?
2. In the context of Joseph’s brothers’ behaviour in Gen 37:31-33, how will you analyse
Joseph’s truthfulness in Gen 37:2?
3. Describe the attitude of an early Christian couple in Acts 5:1-9 and God’s judgment
on their action.
4. What should be the Christian’s standard in God’s presence? Ps. 15: 1-2;51:6; Joh
8:32; And the consequence for all liars? Rev. 21:8.
CONCLUSION: Truthfulness is a godly virtue, while telling of lies is sinful and ungodly.
The Bible is clear on what God says and his judgment on Christians who tell the truth
and those who lie and deceive others. Therefore, we should always uphold the truth as
little children.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Truthfulness is the main element of character.
MEMORY VERSE: Jn. 8:32 “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you
free.”
STUDY 50 3RD SUNDAY IN ADVENT DECEMBER 14 2025
TOPIC: Be Loyal
TEXT: Jn. 20: 10-17
AIMS:
i. to highlight the biblical concept of loyalty and its importance in Christianity and
ii. to analyse behaviours that build disloyalty.
INTRODUCTION
Have you ever noticed that children will always run to meet anyone they love and are
so familiar with? They cling to the person and when the person tries to leave, they
start crying. This is the loyalty we are to have towards God as Christians. The word
loyalty brings to mind a powerful sense of belonging and solidarity. With it comes the
idea of wholehearted fidelity coupled with unswerving devotion and duty. The Biblical
concept of loyalty is purely relational. This means our whole being is thoroughly
committed to someone (Joshua 24:15). Such loyalty is expressed to us in both the
divine and the human realms as given to us in the first two commandments: “Love the
Lord your God with all you soul, and with all your mind and with all your strength”, and
“Love your neighbour as yourself” (Mark 12: 30-31).
STUDY GUIDES
1. Give an example of a child’s loyalty and then expatiate on Mark 12: 30-31 in the
context of loyalty to God and man.
2. Analyse the loyalty of Ruth in Ruth 1:11-17 and Mary Magdalene in Joh 20:1, 10-17.
In what ways do they express loyalty to human and Christ?
3. Mention some Christians’ behaviour that amount to disloyalty to God according to
Josh. 24: 15-16; Rom. 1:21-32 and 2 Cor. 6:14-16.
4. What is the reward for loyalty to Christ according to Rev. 2:26-28,3:4-5,11-13)?
CONCLUSION:
As Jesus’ disciples, we must demonstrate our loyalty and self-sacrificing allegiance by
obeying His command that: “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself
and take up his cross and follow me” (Mark 8:34). In our relationship with one another,
we are called to steadfast loyalty like Mary Magdalene.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Loyalty is a decision and a resolution of the soul.
MEMORY VERSE: Mark 12: 30-31 “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and
with all your soul, and with all your mind and with all your strength, The second is this
“Love your neighbour as yourself”. There is no commandment greater than these”.
STUDY 51 SUNDAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 21 2025

SUB-THEME: Accepting the gospel like a Child (4)
TOPIC: Be Humble
TEXT: Phil. 2:5-11
AIMS:
i. to discuss the concept of humility among children and
ii. that all true children of God must endeavour to develop this Christ-like character.
INTRODUCTION
Children are always dependent on their parent or their older siblings to carry them, to
back them or shoulder them while they are going together. They don’t pretend to be
able to do things themselves. That is why children will always say: carry me, back me,
give me, bath me, wear my cloth for me etc. They are total dependents. In our text
today, Christ demonstrated his humility by submitting to God’s will to come into this
world for the work of redemption. To be humble as Christians is to realize how weak
we are, how helpless we are in changing the course of our lives by our own power. It is
to ask God for His forgiveness and to trust Him for His guidance.
STUDY GUIDES
1. Explain what humility means within the context of children and our introduction and
text. Phil 2:8
2. What useful lessons on humility can we learn from the life of children and that can
be applied in all our relationships with God?
3. Read Matt 18:3-4; 1 Pet 5:5-6 and discuss why humility is a virtue towards God’s
kingdom.
4. What are the rewards for humble livelihood according to Matt 18:4; Phil 2:8-11; Col
2:3.
CONCLUSION: As we look forward to celebrating Christmas, we must learn from the

humble birth and livelihood of our Lord Jesus Christ and lay aside all selfish pride, all
malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speaking, in other to
cultivate and practice this Christ-like virtue known as humility.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Humility is Christ-like; pride is selfish.
MEMORY VERSE: Matt. 18:4 “Therefore, whoever humbles himself like a child is the
greatest in the kingdom of heaven”.
STUDY 52 SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 28 2025
SUB-THEME: Accepting the gospel like a Child (5)
TOPIC: Be Loving
TEXT: 1 Cor 13:1-13
AIMS:
i. to teach the concept of love among children and
ii. to highlight practical working of Christian love.
INTRODUCTION
One of the basic characters in children is love among themselves to the extent that,
they easily and quickly settle quarrels among themselves. A child once said to her
friend “see, my mummy said I should not come to your house again o”. Surprisingly,
they continued playing together. Christian love is directed outward towards others, not
inwards towards us. This kind of love is natural to children but must never be confused
with lust because love is selfless sacrifice while lust is selfish service in search for
return.
STUDY GUIDES
1. In the context of our Introduction, explain love among children and explain with
examples the difference between love and lust especially among our youths.
2. What are the main characteristics of Christian love according to 1Cor.13:4-8?
3. How did God demonstrated His love towards mankind? Joh 3:16; Ro 5:8; 1Jo 4:9.
And how can we express our love towards Him? Lu 10:27; Joh 14:15,21,23
4. Discuss the fundamentals of Christian love according to 1Cor 13:1-3 and mention
some areas where we need to show Christian love in our parish Church?
CONCLUSION: As we celebrate Christmas, the season should always remind us of

God’s love in sending His only begotten son as gift of redemption for all mankind.
Therefore, let us continuously show real love in our actions and attitudes by giving
ourselves to the service of others and not ordinary feeling.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Christian Love is not self-seeking but self-giving.
MEMORY VERSE: 1 Jn. 3:18, “Dear friends let us not love with words or tongue but
with actions and truth.”

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2025 CHURCH OF NIGERIA BIBLE STUDY OUTLINE

In a society where children were considered insignificant, Jesus’ elevation of children

God bless you all.

The Most Rev’d Henry C. Ndukuba, MA, BD, MA(Ed.), DD

Consulting Fathers and Team Leaders

The Rt. Revd Foluso Olugbenga Babatunji Ph.D.

THEME: The reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

THEME: The reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Are you a born again or born against?

THEME: The reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

CONCLUSION: Christian parents have the responsibility of bringing up their children

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Weaning a child leads to winning the child.

THEME: The reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Am I a blessing or a curse to my children?

STUDY 7 SEPTUAGESIMA SUNDAY FEBRUARY 16 2025

THEME: The reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

STUDY 8 SEXAGESIMA SUNDAY FEBRUARY 23 2025

Theme: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

STUDY 9 QUINQUAGESIMA SUNDAY MARCH 2 2025

Theme: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Godly ambition is focused on Christ.

STUDY 10 1ST SUNDAY IN LENT MARCH 9 2025

CONCLUSION: Gender-based violence is seen in various forms and so requires

STUDY 11 2ND SUNDAY IN LENT MARCH 16 2025

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

CONCLUSION: In conclusion, gender-based violence is intricately linked to cultural,

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

CONCLUSION: As we celebrate our mothers today, it is very important to remind

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A good child reflects his mother’s virtues.

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

CONCLUSION: Children ask questions innocently without prejudice. Also, as

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

STUDY 16 EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 20 2025

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

CONCLUSION: As we celebrate Easter today in commemoration of the death and

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: To live in Christ is to die to sin

STUDY 17 1ST SUNDAY AFTER EASTER APRIL 27 2025

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the kingdom of God

CONCLUSION: The study today serves as a challenge to godly reasoning concerning

STUDY 18 2ND SUNDAY AFTER EASTER MAY 4 2025

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

CONCLUSION: As Christians, we must be very wary of bullying through teasing,

STUDY 19 3RD SUNDAY AFTER EASTER MAY 11 2025

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and The Kingdom of God

STUDY 20 4TH SUNDAY AFTER EASTER MAY 18 2025

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

CONCLUSION: As today is Rogation Sunday, to commemorate the blessing of our

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Laziness has no place in the character of God.

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A disrespectful soul is a soul at risk.

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and The Kingdom of God

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: A godly man makes a goodly father.

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and The Kingdom of God

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: An ungrateful child is like a thief of virtues.

STUDY 26 2ND SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY JUNE 29 2025

THEME: The Reign of God: Children and the Kingdom of God

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Honesty may be unfavourable; however, it attracts God’s

STUDY 27 3RD SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY JULY 6 2025