RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER’S MANUAL LESSON: THIRTY-TWO (32) APRIL 12TH 2026

RCCG SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER’S MANUAL

LESSON: THIRTY-TWO (32)

DATE: SUNDAY APRIL 12TH 2026

TOPIC: LIVE HEALTHY

SUNDAY SCHOOL HYMN

1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   O how I love Thee well,
   I am happy, it makes me glad
   To rejoice at Thy birth.

2. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Thy friendship suits me well,
   Both young and old will sing Thy song,
   We long for Sunday School.

3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Christ was Thy first teacher,
   The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
   Does manifest in thee.

4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   This testimony is sure,
   That God, the Father Almighty,
   Poured His blessing on Thee.

5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Though the sun be so bright,
   Or if the clouds be black with rain,
   I’ll be in Sunday School.

6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   I rejoice to see Thee,
   Will thou pass over me today?
   Without my being blest?

OPENING PRAYER
Father, teach me to live healthy in the mighty name of Jesus.

MEMORY VERSE: “For bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of that which is to come.”–1 Timothy 4:8.

BIBLE PASSAGE: DANIEL 1:12-15.

[12]“Please test your servants for ten days, and let them give us vegetables to eat and water to drink.
[13]Then let our appearance be examined before you, and the appearance of the young men who eat the portion of the king’s delicacies; and as you see fit, so deal with your servants.”
[14]So he consented with them in this matter, and tested them ten days.
[15]And at the end of ten days their features appeared better and fatter in flesh than all the young men who ate the portion of the king’s delicacies.

INTRODUCTION
While it is good to pay serious attention to critical aspects of our lives like career, family, fellowship with God, and ministry, we should not neglect our health (Acts 27:34; 1 Timothy 5:23). Without knowing it, we put our health at risk which results in health problems that could range from minor to chronic.

TEXT REVIEW: DANIEL 1:12-15
The passage above highlights the connection between physical health and spiritual obedience showcasing the care of our bodies (through wise dietary choices), is both a practical and spiritual responsibility

1. Daniel, in the company of his friends, requested to be fed…………………. V12.

2. He further requested that their appearance be ………….. after which further decisions could be made on their diet………….. V13.

3. So Melzar consented to

i. inspecting the countenances of Daniel and his friends after ten days ………….. V14.

ii. ………………… V15.

iv. …………………………….. V15.

LESSON OUTLINES
1. THE IMPORTANCE
2. THE TIPS

THE IMPORTANCE

A. In as much as God created us as spirit beings after His image (Genesis 1:26-27)

i. He also gave us material bodies (Genesis 2:7)

ii. He is concerned about our physical health (Jeremiah 30:17).

B. It is, therefore, our responsibility and our offering of gratitude to God (Romans 12:1) to prioritise our health because our bodies are

i. God’s temple (1 Corinthians 6:19) and

ii. The containers that enable us to exist and interact with the physical world without which we would be unable to fulfil God’s purpose (Genesis 1:28; 2:7).

C. It is important to take care of our bodies because:

1. Good health is God’s will for us (Jeremiah 30:17).
2. It is impossible to serve God without good health (Mark 5:18-20).
3. Good health brings glory to God (Acts 3:8-10).
4. It increases our productivity in every aspect of our lives (Proverbs 31:17).
5. Living healthy increases our self-worth (Daniel 1:12-15).
6. It is less expensive than ill-health (Mark 5:25-26).
7. We need to fulfil our purpose in life (Philippians 2:25-28).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1
Give reasons you should prioritize your health as a believer?

THE TIPS

A. First and foremost, we need to involve God in our desire to be healthy.

i. God will ensure that we are healthy when we obey/fear Him and depart from evil (Proverbs 4:20-22; Proverbs 3:7-8).

ii. It is important to renew our minds because negative thoughts and mindsets can be detrimental to our health (Romans 12:2).

B. Practically, we must:

1. Minimise the intake of sugar and processed food. Eat more of whole grains, fruits and vegetables (Genesis 1:29; Daniel 1:8, 12-15).

2. Always drink water, and take lots of it, especially during the day. Engage in regular exercise to aid blood circulation in the body (1 Timothy 4:8a).

3. We must ensure that we walk more than sit in one position for long periods at a stretch as this is detrimental to our health.

4. Spend time outdoors and reduce screen time to prevent eye problems and brain malfunction.

5. Be mindful of what you consume (Proverbs 23:1-3, 20-21; 1 Corinthians 10:31).

6. Steer clear of alcoholic/strong drinks; it damages the organs and the image of the victims (Proverbs 20:1; 31:6).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2
Share how you stay healthy with the class.

CONCLUSION
What we eat or drink is our first medicine. Take good care of yourself.

CLOSING PRAYER
Dear Father, I receive the grace to live healthy in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT
State five importance of living healthy (2×5=10 Marks).