• Sunday School: 10:00 - 10:30

    • Opening Prayer: 10:30 - 10:35

    • Praise & Worship: 10:35-11:00

    • Prayer: 11:00-11:15

    • Hymn: 11:15-11:20

    • Message: 11:20-11:55

    Thanksgiving Session

    • Testimony Time: 11:55 - 12:15

    • Announcement / Offering: 12:15-12: 25

    • Benediction: 12:25 - 12:30

  • TOPIC: MIDLIFE CRISIS

    MEMORY VERSE: “From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.” Psalm 61:2.

    INTRODUCTION: A midlife crisis is a term used to describe a period of transition in life where someone struggles with their identity and self-confidence. It happens anywhere around 35 years old to 60 years old and affects men and women. A midlife crisis is not a clinical disorder but is mainly psychological, emotional, or sometimes behavioural.

    OUTLINES:

    1. REASONS AND SYMPTOMS OF A MIDLIFE CRISIS

    2. ANTIDOTES FOR A MIDLIFE CRISIS

    1. REASONS AND SYMPTOMS OF A MIDLIFE CRISIS

    Reasons for a midlife crisis vary. It may include feelings of dissatisfaction with one’s present status (financial, marital, social, etc.), self-doubt, yet-to-be-fulfilled dreams, and a desire for significant changes in direction and purpose in various aspects of life, such as career, relationships, or lifestyle (Psalm 90:13-17). These feelings are naturally amplified as we age: we realise we are running out of time, and our past are likely becoming more permanent (Psalm 69:1). While spiritual warfare can happen at any time in our lives, it certainly could play an integral role in a midlife crisis. Job, adjudged by God to be just and upright, was attacked by Satan in his midlife (Job 1:8, 13-21, 2:7).

    Some common symptoms of a midlife crisis may include:

    1. Questioning the meaning and purpose of life to make significant, often impulsive changes in one's life (James 4:14; 1 Peter 1:24).

    2. Fret about life’s choices and unmet goals resulting in feelings of depression, anxiety, or restlessness (Isaiah 49:4).

    3. Dissatisfaction with one's status: career, relationships, or accomplishments compared to one’s mates - people within the same age bracket (2 Corinthians 10:12).

    4. Preoccupation with youthfulness and the fear of aging (Ecclesiastes 11:9-10).

    5. Increased focus on physical appearance and attractiveness (2 Corinthians 5:12).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 1: The students should share with the class, one thing they are anxious about.

    2. ANTIDOTES FOR A MIDLIFE CRISIS

    Virtually everyone experiences a midlife crisis but at varying degrees of intensity and duration. Some emerge from this period with a renewed sense of purpose and satisfaction, while others may struggle to overcome the challenges associated with this transition.

     Here are some things believers undergoing midlife crisis should do:

    1. Accept the fact that every stage of life is ordained by God and part of His good plan for us (Proverbs 20:29).

    2. Look inward and concentrate on your inherent potential, the things that are working for you and can stand you out (Matthew 25:15-17). Upgrade your skills or knowledge in your area of strength.

    3. Determine to imitate Paul’s forward-looking perspective (Philippians 3:13-15).

    4. If experiencing certain symptoms of a midlife crisis such as chronic fatigue, restlessness, headaches, or anxiety, see a counsellor, a therapist, or a mental health professional (Proverbs 24:6).

    5. Maintain a healthy lifestyle, nurture meaningful relationships, network with people who are ‘flying,’ and find fulfilling activities that can contribute to a sense of well-being during this challenging period (Proverbs 13:20).

    6. Consolidate your achievements so far. Find fulfilment in whatever God has ordained you to be (1Timothy 6:6).

    7. Persevere in the trial, continue to serve the Lord, and find joy in Him (James 1:2-4).

    CLASS ACTIVITY 2: Apart from the points mentioned above, the students should mention how they can subdue midlife crisis

    CONCLUSION: God can see us through the period of midlife crisis but we must be sensitive to what He is drawing our attention to. Do the needful before it is too late (Ecclesiastes 12:1; Lamentations 3:27).

    QUESTIONS: 

    • Identify four causes of midlife crisis.

    • Mention at least five antidotes to a midlife crisis.

    ASSIGNMENT: In your own words, identify five symptoms of a midlife crisis (2x5=10 Marks).

  • JOYFUL, JOYFUL, WE ADORE YOU

    1. Joyful, joyful, we adore You,
      God of glory, Lord of love;
      Hearts unfold like flow'rs before You,
      Op'ning to the sun above.
      Melt the clouds of sin and sadness;
      Drive the dark of doubt away;
      Giver of immortal gladness,
      Fill us with the light of day!

    2. All Your works with joy surround You,
      Earth and heav'n reflect Your rays,
      Stars and angels sing around You,
      Center of unbroken praise;
      Field and forest, vale and mountain,
      Flow'ry meadow, flashing sea,
      Chanting bird and flowing fountain
      Praising You eternally!

    3. Always giving and forgiving,
      Ever blessing, ever blest,
      Well-spring of the joy of living,
      Ocean-depth of happy rest!
      Loving Father, Christ our Brother,
      Let Your light upon us shine;
      Teach us how to love each other,
      Lift us to the joy divine.

    4. Mortals, join the mighty chorus,
      Which the morning stars began;
      God's own love is reigning o’er us,
      Joining people hand in hand.
      Ever singing, march we onward,
      Victors in the midst of strife;
      Joyful music leads us sunward
      In the triumph song of life.

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    RCCG FAST 2025 (100 Days Fasting)

    • Date: January 11 - April 21, 2025

    • Join Zoom prayer every 5PM - 6PM.

    Note: Tuesdays would be for prayers and Bible study.

    Bi-annual All-Night Vigil

    • Date: May 23, 2025

    • Time: 11:00PM - 5:00AM

    Women's Conference

    • Theme: Empowered For God's Purpose

    • Date: June 7 - 8, 2025

    New Life Youth & Young Adult Retreat

    • Dates: August 7th-10th

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    New Life Back -2-School

    • Dates: August 16, 2025

    • Venue: UnivesPark, Quakertown, PA

    Partner with God on Our Church Projects

    • Building Fund: Our space is already too small for our programs. We are trusting God to use you and I to donate generously toward this project. God bless you as you do in Jesus name. No amount is too small.

    MIDWEEK SERVICES

    • Sunday Worship Service: 10:00am-12:30pm

    • Bible Study/Digging Deep: Tuesdays @ 7:00pm - 8:00pm

    • Faith Clinic/Holy Communion: Every 1st Tuesday. Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    • Women's Prayer Meeting: Every Monday @ 7:00pm - 7:30pm

  • Birthday

    Happy birthday to all the April born brethren. May the Lord fill your year with abundance of blessings in Jesus’ name. Amen!

    • Sis. Ololatunde Oyesola - 04/23

    • Sis. Temi Oluyemi - 04/26

    • Bro. Devon Barrie - 04/27