Adult:

Ecclesiastes 3:11 (KJV)

“He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God maketh from the beginning to the end.”

YAYA:

Deuteronomy 8:18 (NKJV)

“And you shall remember the LORD your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth, that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your fathers, as it is this day.”

Adult Bible Passage: Acts 1:6–8

YAYA Bible Passage: Genesis 26:12–14

Adult Bible Passage:

📖 Acts 1:6–8 — Understanding God’s Timing

This passage reveals the tension between human curiosity about timing and God’s focus on purpose. While the disciples were concerned about when God would restore the kingdom, Jesus redirected their attention to divine authority and their immediate assignment

From the passage we learn:

• The disciples asked about the timing of the kingdom restoration (v6)

• Jesus redirected them from timing curiosity to purpose focus (v7)

• He revealed that timing belongs to God’s authority (v7)

• He emphasized empowerment through the Holy Spirit (v8)

• He pointed them to their primary assignment (witnessing) (v8).

👉 Lesson: Focus on purpose, not speculation about timing

🔎 Reflection: Why do believers struggle to trust God’s timing instead of focusing on His assignment?

God's timing is significant in life (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8). This is the perfect moment He has ordained for something to happen according to His will. It is also known as the kairos moment or the set time (Psalm 102:13). God's divine purpose for us starts before birth and a God-given great idea needs to be in alignment with God's timing for it to succeed. This, sometimes, can be delayed (Habakkuk 2:2).

🔥 A. The Nature of God’s Timing

1️⃣ God’s timing is perfect
📖 John 11:21–23

2️⃣ It is never early and never late
📖 Ecclesiastes 8:6

3️⃣ It is purposeful
📖 Romans 8:28

4️⃣ God is in complete control
📖 Psalm 31:15

5️⃣ Believers must focus on assignment, not timing
📖 Acts 1:6–8

👉 God’s timing is intentional, not accidental

🌍 B. God’s Timing is Beautiful

1️⃣ It provides divine direction
📖 Psalm 37:23

2️⃣ It guarantees a hopeful future
📖 Jeremiah 29:11

🔥 C. When Timing is Difficult

1️⃣ God knows our condition
📖 Psalm 103:14–15; Psalm 139:7–8

2️⃣ Trials strengthen our faith
📖 James 1:3–4

👉 Delay is often a tool for development

🔥 D. Knowing God’s Timing

1️⃣ Trust God fully
📖 Proverbs 3:5

2️⃣ Avoid self-driven timing
📖 Proverbs 16:25; Psalm 37:23

3️⃣ Know God deeply
📖 Philippians 3:10

4️⃣ Study and obey His Word
📖 Psalm 119:105; Joshua 1:8

5️⃣ Develop discernment
📖 1 Chronicles 12:32

🔥 E. Waiting on God

1️⃣ Wait patiently
📖 Psalm 37:7

2️⃣ Waiting reveals trust
📖 Lamentations 3:25

3️⃣ Waiting brings strength
📖 Isaiah 40:31; Psalm 27:14

4️⃣ Stay connected through prayer
📖 1 Thessalonians 5:17

5️⃣ Depend on the Holy Spirit
📖 Isaiah 30:21

Wealth creation is about building financial resources and assets to achieve security and independence, supporting one self and others now and in the future. It requires God's wisdom for direction (Isaiah 48:17) and alignment with His divine principles such as practicing responsible stewardship, diligence, generosity, integrity and hard work.

📘 A. Biblical Principles for Wealth

1️⃣ God is the source of wealth
📖 Deuteronomy 8:17–18; Exodus 36:1–2; Proverbs 8:12

2️⃣ Diligence and hard work
📖 Proverbs 12:24; Proverbs 13:11

3️⃣ Right attitude toward wealth
📖 1 Timothy 6:6–10; Ecclesiastes 5:19

4️⃣ Generosity and kingdom focus
📖 Proverbs 11:24–25; 2 Corinthians 9:6–7; Matthew 6:19–21

5️⃣ Start small, grow big
📖 Job 8:7

6️⃣ Use your talents
📖 Exodus 36:1; Acts 18:1–3

👑 B. Available Opportunities

1️⃣ Technology & digital skills
2️⃣ E-commerce & online business
3️⃣ Financial markets (stocks, crypto, real estate)
4️⃣ Creative media & content creation
5️⃣ Service-based businesses
6️⃣ Agriculture & production
7️⃣ Education & tutoring
8️⃣ Part-time jobs
9️⃣ Small-scale manufacturing

📖 Ecclesiastes 9:10; Proverbs 14:23

👉 Wealth creation requires awareness, diligence, and integrity

How Both Classes Connect

Adult Class → God’s timing governs destiny

YAYA Class → Wealth must be built using God’s principles

Together they reveal:

👉 Right timing + right principles = lasting success

Key Connections:

• Timing prevents premature failure

• Principles prevent corrupt prosperity

• Waiting builds character

• Diligence builds capacity

• God aligns both timing and opportunity

Living in Alignment

🔎 Ask Yourself:

• Am I rushing ahead of God?

• Do I trust God’s timing in my life decisions?

• Am I applying biblical principles in my finances?

• Am I building wealth or chasing quick gains?

👉 A balanced believer waits on God and works with wisdom demonstrating:

• Trust

• Patience

• Discipline

• Integrity

• Obedience

🏆 COMPETITION PREPARATION

Be able to explain:

✔ Nature of God’s timing
✔ How to discern God’s timing
✔ Principles of wealth creation
✔ Legitimate wealth opportunities
✔ Relationship between timing and success

Key Dangers to Avoid:

• Impatience

• Shortcut mentality

• Greed

• Lack of discipline

• Ignoring God’s guidance

📖 Ecclesiastes 3:1 (KJV)
“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.”

👉 Adult and Yaya Weekly Homework

👉 Adult and Yaya Mock Quiz

Father, help me to trust Your timing and walk in Your principles for success. Teach me patience, discipline, and wisdom to build a life that aligns with Your will. In Jesus’ name, Amen.