Adult:

📖 Psalm 139:14 (KJV)

“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made…”

YAYA:

📖Romans 12:2 (NKJV)

“And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed…"

Adult Bible Passage:

📖 1 Samuel 17:33–36

YAYA Bible Passage:

📖 Daniel 3:16–20, 28–29

Adult Bible Passage:

📖 1 Samuel 17:33–36 — David’s Confidence in God

This passage shows David’s strong sense of identity and confidence rooted in God despite opposition.

From the passage we learn:

• David refused to be discouraged by Saul’s doubts (v33)

• He recalled past victories over the lion and the bear (v34–35)

• His confidence was based on God’s faithfulness (v36)

• He believed God would deliver him again (v36)

👉 This demonstrates that self-worth rooted in God produces confidence and boldness.

🔎 Reflection: How does remembering past victories help strengthen your confidence in God?

YAYA Bible Passage:

📖 Daniel 3:16–20, 28–29 — The Three Hebrews as Change Agents

This passage highlights how standing for God can influence entire systems.

From the passage we learn:

• Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to compromise (v16)

• They expressed unwavering faith in God’s power (v17)

• They remained steadfast even in the face of death (v18)

• Their actions led to a transformation in the king’s perspective (v28–29)

👉 This shows that true transformation begins with bold faith and conviction.

🔎 Reflection: How can your faith influence change in your environment?

Self-worth is the value you place on yourself, shaped by your understanding of God and His purpose for your life.

📖 Genesis 1:26–27
📖 Isaiah 43:4
📖 John 3:16

🔥 A. Understanding Self-Worth

1️⃣ Self-awareness
Recognising strengths, weaknesses, and emotional patterns
📖 Judges 11:9; 16:16–17

2️⃣ Self-acceptance
Accepting life experiences without losing confidence
📖 Job 1:20–22
📖 Philippians 4:6
📖 Matthew 6:27

3️⃣ Self-love
Caring for yourself and setting healthy boundaries
📖 Genesis 13:7–9

👉 Understanding your God-given worth builds confidence and stability in life.

🔥 B. Overcoming Negative Self-Perception

1️⃣ Guard your mind and thoughts
📖 Proverbs 4:23
📖 2 Corinthians 10:5

2️⃣ Replace lies with God’s truth
📖 John 8:32
📖 Romans 12:2

3️⃣ Avoid the comparison trap
📖 2 Corinthians 10:12

4️⃣ Depend on God’s approval
📖 1 Thessalonians 2:4

5️⃣ Embrace your identity in Christ
📖 Philippians 3:13–14

6️⃣ Speak positively and live with gratitude
📖 Proverbs 18:21
📖 1 Thessalonians 5:18

👉 A renewed mind leads to a healthy self-image and confident living.

Agents of transformation are individuals who bring positive change and influence others for good.

📖 Nehemiah 2:17–18

📘 A. Qualities of Agents of Transformation

1️⃣ Visionary leadership
📖 Proverbs 29:18

2️⃣ Compassion
📖 Galatians 6:2

3️⃣ Integrity
📖 Proverbs 20:7

4️⃣ Humility
📖 Philippians 2:3

5️⃣ Boldness
📖 Joshua 1:9

6️⃣ Wisdom and adaptability
📖 James 1:5

7️⃣ Perseverance
📖 Galatians 6:9

👉 Transformation begins with godly character and vision.

👑 B. How to Become an Agent of Transformation

1️⃣ Surrender to God
📖 Romans 12:1–2

2️⃣ Receive divine vision
📖 Jeremiah 29:11

3️⃣ Study and apply God’s Word
📖 Proverbs 3:5–6
📖 2 Timothy 3:15–17

4️⃣ Serve others
📖 Matthew 5:16

5️⃣ Show love and compassion
📖 1 Corinthians 16:14

6️⃣ Raise and disciple others
📖 2 Timothy 2:1–2

7️⃣ Pray consistently
📖 Colossians 4:2

👉 Transformation is sustained through intentional spiritual growth and action.

How Both Classes Connect

Adult Class → Understanding identity (Self-Worth)
YAYA Class → Influencing others (Transformation)

Together they reveal:

👉 You cannot transform your world until you understand your worth in God.

• Self-worth builds confidence

• Confidence fuels action

• Action leads to transformation

Living a Purposeful Life

📖 Matthew 5:16

A transformed believer will:

• live confidently in God’s identity

• overcome negative thinking

• influence others positively

• pursue purpose with boldness

🔎 Ask Yourself:

• Do I truly see myself the way God sees me?

• Am I allowing negative thoughts to limit me?

• Am I influencing my environment positively?

• Am I living as a change agent for God?

👉 A believer who knows their worth will boldly transform their world.

🏆 COMPETITION PREPARATION

If you are representing RCCG HoD in the regional competition, focus on:

✔ Meaning and importance of self-worth
✔ Components of self-worth
✔ How to overcome negative self-perception
✔ Qualities of transformation agents
✔ Steps to becoming a change agent

Participants should be able to explain clearly:

✔Why identity in Christ matters
✔ How believers can influence their environment

📖 Romans 12:2 (NKJV)
“Be transformed by the renewing of your mind…”

👉 Adult and Yaya Weekly Homework

👉 Adult and Yaya Mock Quiz: Lessons 1 – 30

Father, thank You for teaching us our true worth in You. Help us to overcome negative self-perception and become agents of transformation in our generation. In Jesus’ name, Amen.