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BASIC JUNIOR
BIBLE SCHOOL
FAITH TABERNACLE
CANAANLAND

BUILDING GODLY
RELATIONSHIPS
[ AUGUST 8th 2016 – AUGUST 19th , 2016]

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 TABLE OF CONTENT

LESSON ONE

1.1 INTRODUCTION

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.3 TYPES OF RELATIONSHIPS

1.4 WHY GODLY RELATIONSHIP

1.5 HOW TO START A GODLY RELATIONSHIP

1.6 HOW TO MAINTAIN GODLY RELATIONSHIP

2 LESSON TWO

2.1 DANGERS OF BAD/UNGODLY RELATIONSHIPS

2.2 ABUSE OF RELATIONSHIP.

2.3 BLESSINGS OF GODLY RELATIONSHIP

2.4 CONCLUSION

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OBJECTIVES:

At the end of the course the students should be able to:

1) Define and Identify godly relationships

2) State how to build and maintain godly relationships.

LESSON ONE

1.1 INTRODUCTION

In Genesis 1:26 and 2:18 we discover that one of the main

purpose God created man is for relationship. All through
scriptures, we see God in relationship with both man and nation.
Therefore, we can say that God intend for us to have
relationships. So, it is our duty to ensure that our relationship
reflects the glory of God.

1.2 DEFINITION

Build: to develop. To put together, to form, to create, to make

Godly: God like, nature of God, God-kind of life

Relationship: the way in which two or more people, groups,

countries, and so on; talk to, behave toward, and deal with each
other.

Therefore, building Godly relationships is when two or

more people come together, behaving in a manner that
reflects the nature of God.

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1.3 TYPES OF RELATIONSHIPS:

A) Relationship with God. Eccl12:1. This is the most

important relationship anyone can make.

B) Relationship with parents/guardians. Eph 6:1-2. It will

help you to live long and be successful.

C) Relationship with other family members. Eph 6:1-4, 1 Pet

1:20.

D) Relationship with those in authority.

i) Relationship with Men of God
(Pastors, Sunday school teachers etc) 2 Chron. 20:20.
They have a God-given spiritual authority and power that we
need to succeed in life.
ii) Relationship with School teachers.
Heb 13:17. God has placed them over us to help us
in our learning and mastery of knowledge needed by
us later in life.
E) Relationship with peers. Amos 3:3. Prov 27:17.

1.4 WHY GODLY RELATIONSHIP.

God’s will for our relationship with people is perfection and

edification. Relationships are not meant to ruin us neither
separate us from God. On the contrary, our relationships are
supposed to make us holy as God is Holy. (1Peter1:15-16).The
following are reasons for Godly relationships:
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1. For comfort and edification (1Thess5:11).

2. To encourage one another (Heb10:25).

3. For preservation. 1 Sam 20:12-16, 35-42.

4. To live a life of holiness.2Cor6:14-16.

4. For partnership (Company) e.g. Husband and wife, children,

Christians.Ecc4:9-12

1.5 HOW TO START A GODLY RELATIONSHIP WITH PEERS

(HORIZONTAL)

In establishing a relationship with others:-

1. Be who you want to attract i.e be born again and act

likewise, for you will attract someone with like
manners.Amos3:3
2. Walk with like minds. 2 Cor 6:14, Pro 27:17,
3. Avoid evil communication (wrong company, worldly music,
and unedifying TV programs). 1 Cor 15:33.

1.6 HOW TO MAINTAIN GODLY RELATIONSHIP

In building and maintaining godly relationships, at all the

categories the following things must be in place in your life
because your association is a reflection of you.

1. Make God’s word your standard for living. (Be guided by

God’s word). Ps119:105,Ps19:7-8
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 2. Be an example of the believer in all you do. 1Tim.4:12
3. Be committed to a lifestyle of prayer. Lk18:1, Matt26:40-
41.
4. Respect and honor your Parents/Guardians. This is
important so as not to allow certain negative
consequences (curses) to come upon you. Eph6.1-3.
5. Regularly go to church to fellowship with God and other
believers.Heb10:25.
6. Share your testimonies, it edifies and strengthens your
bond. Ps119.98-100.

LESSON TWO

2.1 DANGERS OF BAD/UNGODLY RELATIONSHIP

1. Brings about destruction (Prov.13:20). A companion of fools

shall be destroyed
2. Corrupts good manners ( I Corin.15:33)
3. It is ungodly ( I Corin.6:14-16). It corrupts the soul.
4. It breeds lust. (2 sam.13:14-15) e.g. Amnon & Tamar
5. It brings about a curse. 2 Sam 13:28-29. 1 Sam 2.27-30, 1
Sam 4:11.

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2.2 ABUSE OF RELATIONSHIP

Relationship can be abused.

What is Abuse: It is a rude expression intended to offend or

hurt.

Any relationship that you are engaged in that involves the

fondling or touching or patting of any of your private parts by
anyone is an abuse and ungodly relationship. So, cry out for help,
abandon and run away from such a relationship before it destroys
your destiny, be it with uncles, brothers, boyfriend, or girlfriend,
or a lesbian/homosexual affair. 1 Cor 6:18.

2.3 BLESSING OF GODLY RELATIONSHIP

1. It enhances God’s blessing. (Ps.1:1-3)

a. Abraham had a good relationship with God and God
blessed him greatly (Gen.24:35)
2. Provokes the release of Wisdom.Dan1:8,17
3. For fellowship – Amos3:3.
4. Preservation of destiny – Prov. 13:20.
5. Enhances productivity - - Eccl. 4:9
6. Enhances promotion – Eccl. 4:9
7. The Lord will preserve you (Gen.12:19-20) Pharaoh did not
have ungodly relationship with Sarah
8. It enhances victory (I John 5:4)
9. Good relationship increases anointing.Psalm45:7

10. It enhances long'-life.Prov3:1-2

11. It enhances integrity. Prov. 20:7.
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 2.4 CONCLUSION:

No one can live your life for you. You are responsible for
every decision you make, not the devil. Learn to say ‘NO’ to
any relationship that will not profit you or God.

Let your YES be YES and NO be NO. DECIDE!!!

FRIENDSHIP IS NOT BY FORCE BUT BY CHOICE –

BISHOP OYEDEPO

QUESTION AND ANSWERS

RECOMMENDED BOOKS

1. Complete Holy Bible

2. Single with a difference by Pst Mrs Faith Oyedepo