THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST

The temptations of Jesus Christ - Understanding temptation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define the term 'temptation'
-Give examples of temptations faced daily
-Read Luke 4:1-13
-Identify who tempted Jesus

Learners to:
-Read definitions of temptation from classmates
-Define the term 'temptation' based on what they've read
-Discuss the example of Esther's temptation with the money
-Give examples of temptations they face in daily life
-Read Luke 4:1-13 and discuss who tempted Jesus and where

What is temptation?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 68

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The temptations of Jesus Christ - Jesus' response

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read the dramatized temptation of Jesus
-Identify the speakers in the drama
-Explain how Jesus responded to temptations
-Value the importance of scripture in overcoming temptation

Learners to:
-Read the dramatized conversation between Jesus and the devil
-Identify the speakers as Jesus and the devil
-Identify where Jesus was coming from when tempted
-Narrate how Jesus was tempted
-Discuss lessons learned from the conversation
-Watch a video clip on Jesus' temptations

How did Jesus respond to temptations?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 69

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The temptations of Jesus Christ - Types of temptation
The temptations of Jesus Christ - Daily temptations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify temptations Jesus faced
-Match temptations with Jesus' responses
-Explain how they respond to temptations
-Value Jesus' example in responding to temptation

Learners to:
-Identify the three temptations Jesus faced in Luke 4:1-13
-Match the temptations with Jesus' responses in a table
-Discuss how they respond to temptations they face in life
-Share with the class what they discussed
-Explain how Jesus displayed qualities like self-control and assertiveness

What temptations did Jesus face?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 70
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 71

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - The Roman officer's servant

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Describe actions to take when family members are sick
-Read Matthew 8:5-13
-Narrate the healing of the Roman officer's servant
-Value Jesus' compassion for all people

Learners to:
-Discuss what they would do if family members fell sick and why
-Read Matthew 8:5-13 and the story of Jesus healing the Roman officer's servant
-Answer questions about the story
-Narrate the story to classmates
-Discuss how Jesus showed He was a universal savior

How did the Roman officer demonstrate faith in God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 75

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - Lessons from the healing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Watch a video clip on the healing
-Role-play the healing story
-Complete a table of actions and lessons from the story
-Apply the lessons in daily life

Learners to:
-Watch a video clip on the healing of the Roman officer's servant
-Role-play the story
-Complete a table matching actions from the miracle with lessons learned
-Discuss the lessons in pairs
-Explain how to apply the lessons in life
-Discuss lessons from the story in groups

What lessons can we learn from the healing of the Roman officer's servant?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 76

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - Helping the sick

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Find values the Roman officer portrayed
-Study pictures of people helping the sick
-List ways to help the sick
-Value helping the sick as Jesus did

Learners to:
-Search for values the Roman officer portrayed in a word puzzle
-Explain how the Roman officer displayed these qualities
-Discuss how to use these qualities in life
-Study pictures of people helping the sick
-Identify ways people help the sick in the pictures
-Explain why it's important to help the sick
-List ways to help the sick

How can we help the sick in our community?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 77

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Miracles of Jesus Christ - Faith in healing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Make a flash card with Roman officer's qualities
-Discuss how COVID-19 affected communities
-Visit sick community members
-Value practical help for the sick

Learners to:
-Make a flash card with three qualities to emulate from the Roman officer
-Discuss how COVID-19 affected themselves and others
-Discuss ways to help people infected with COVID-19
-Visit sick community members (with guidance)
-Narrate the story of the Roman officer's servant to the sick person
-Pray with the sick person
-Write a report about the visit

How did the Roman officer show faith in the healing power of God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 79

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Miracle of healing - The bleeding woman
Miracle of healing - Government and church help

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss actions when sick
-Read Luke 8:43-48
-Narrate the healing of the bleeding woman
-Appreciate faith in God's healing power

Learners to:
-Discuss what they do when they are sick
-Read Luke 8:43-48 in turns
-Read the story of Jesus healing the bleeding woman
-Answer questions about the story
-Narrate the miracle to classmates
-Discuss the meaning of faith

How did the bleeding woman show faith in God?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 81
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 83

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Miracle of healing - Lessons from healing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Role-play the healing of the bleeding woman
-Record and watch the role-play
-Read Neema's poster about lessons
-Apply lessons in daily life

Learners to:
-Role-play the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman
-Record the role-play using available digital devices
-Watch the video they have recorded
-Discuss lessons learned from the story
-Read what Neema has written on her poster
-Discuss lessons learned from the poster
-Discuss other lessons from the story
-Explain how to use the lessons in their lives

What lessons can we learn from the miracle of the healing of the bleeding woman?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 85

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Miracle of healing - Faith in Jesus

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Create a tune for a song about Jesus the healer
-Compose a song about Jesus' healing power
-Make a get-well card for a sick person
-Organize a fund drive for medical bills

Learners to:
-Create a tune for a song about Jesus the healer
-Discuss what they learn from the song
-Compose their own song about Jesus' healing power
-Sing the song to classmates
-Discuss how they depend on Jesus for healing
-Make a get-well card for a sick person
-Organize a fund drive to pay a medical bill for a needy person

How can we show faith in Jesus' healing power?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 86

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Lazarus is raised from the dead - Jesus' empathy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss ways to show love and compassion
-Read John 11:32-45
-Complete the story of Lazarus' raising
-Appreciate Jesus' empathy

Learners to:
-Discuss in pairs how they show love and compassion to needy people
-Read John 11:32-45 in turns
-Complete the story of Lazarus' raising by filling blank spaces
-Answer questions about the completed story
-Discuss the meaning of empathy
-Explain how Jesus showed empathy for Mary and Martha

Why did Jesus say that Lazarus was only asleep?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 88

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Lazarus is raised from the dead - Power over death

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Understand the meaning of power over death
-Explain how Jesus showed power over death
-Identify ways to show empathy
-Value empathy for those facing challenges

Learners to:
-Discuss what it means to have power over death
-Explain how Jesus showed power over death
-Explain how Jesus showed empathy for Mary and Martha
-Identify groups of needy people in their community
-List ways to show empathy for these needy people
-Discuss ways to show empathy for classmates facing challenges

How did Jesus demonstrate His power over death?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 89

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Lazarus is raised from the dead - Lessons learned
Lazarus is raised from the dead - Poems and songs

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Narrate the miracle of raising Lazarus
-Role-play the raising of Lazarus
-Discuss lessons from the miracle
-Apply lessons in daily life

Learners to:
-Narrate the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead
-Role-play the raising of Lazarus from the dead
-Discuss what they learn from the miracle
-Read what Ezekiel, Titus and Pendo say about lessons
-List other lessons from the miracle
-Explain how to apply these lessons in daily life

What lessons can we learn from the raising of Lazarus?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 90
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 92

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The Kingdom of God - The hidden treasure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss the meaning of a parable
-Identify what they value in life
-Read Matthew 13:44
-Explain Jesus' teaching about the Kingdom

Learners to:
-Discuss the meaning of a parable as a class
-Recall the parable of the lost sheep from Grade Five
-Discuss what they value in their lives
-Read Matthew 13:44 in groups
-Discuss what they learn from the passage
-Identify what Jesus taught about the Kingdom of heaven

Why is the kingdom of God compared to a treasure?

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-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 94

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The Kingdom of God - Parables of value

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read the parable of the hidden treasure
-Answer questions about the parable
-Explain what symbols represent
-Understand the value of God's Kingdom

Learners to:
-Read the parable of the hidden treasure
-Answer questions about the man's feelings and actions
-Identify what symbols represent in the parable
-Discuss lessons from the parable
-Read Matthew 13:44-46 and discuss
-Read the parable of the pearl and discuss
-Narrate the parable of the hidden treasure to classmates
-Role-play the parable

How can we understand the value of God's Kingdom?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 95

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The Kingdom of God - Lessons from parables

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read Pastor Eli's teachings about the Kingdom
-Discuss responsible living for God
-Relate responsible living to the Kingdom
-Value the Kingdom of God

Learners to:
-Read Pastor Eli's teachings about the Kingdom of God
-Answer questions about Pastor's teachings
-Discuss the teachings of the parables
-Read what children say about responsible living
-Discuss how they can live responsibly to please God
-Explain how responsible living helps inherit God's Kingdom

What can we learn from the parable of the hidden treasure?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 96

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The Kingdom of God - Songs and activities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Sing a song about the hidden treasure
-Compose a song about God's Kingdom
-Find paths to the pearl and treasure
-Show compassion to schoolmates

Learners to:
-Create a tune and sing a song about the hidden treasure
-Discuss lessons from the song
-Compose a song about the value of God's Kingdom
-Sing the song to classmates
-Find the route to follow to reach the pearl and treasure
-Discuss ways to show compassion to classmates
-Identify needy schoolmates and show compassion

How can we help others understand the value of God's Kingdom?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 98

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Attitude towards Wealth - Rich man and Lazarus
Attitude towards Wealth - Stories and lessons

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Recall the story of the rich young man
-Read Luke 16:19-31
-Answer questions about the parable
-Understand the concept of social justice

Learners to:
-Brainstorm what they learned about the rich young man in Grade Five
-Read Luke 16:19-31 in turns
-Read the story of the rich man and Lazarus
-Answer questions about the story
-Discuss the meaning of social justice and injustice
-Identify social injustices in society

How should Christians use their wealth?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 100
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 101

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Attitude towards Wealth - Using resources well

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read flash cards about lessons from the story
-List other lessons from the story
-Develop the right attitude towards wealth
-Value helping the needy with resources

Learners to:
-Read flash cards about lessons from the story
-Explain what they learn from the flash cards
-List other lessons from the story
-Discuss how lessons help develop right attitudes towards wealth
-Discuss how lessons help live a life pleasing to God
-Read what people say about helping the needy
-List ways their families help the needy

How can we develop the right attitude towards wealth?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 102

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Attitude towards Wealth - Christians and wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Search the Internet for how Christians use wealth
-Write encouraging messages for those in difficulties
-Discuss respecting all regardless of status
-Value equitable distribution of resources

Learners to:
-Search the Internet for how Christians use wealth to support the needy
-Write down findings and present in class
-Write encouraging messages for those facing difficult times
-Pin messages on the class noticeboard
-Discuss with family members why to respect all people regardless of status
-Present points discussed in class

How do Christians today use their wealth to help others?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 104

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The Apostles' Creed - Understanding the creed

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Discuss how the Early Church started
-Define the term 'creed'
-Recite the Apostles' Creed
-Value the importance of the Apostles' Creed

Learners to:
-Discuss how the Early Church started
-Study a picture of learners singing the National Anthem
-Discuss the importance of the National Anthem
-Discuss the meaning of 'Apostles' Creed'
-Write the Apostles' Creed on a chart
-Recite the Apostles' Creed
-Discuss what they learn from the Creed

Why do Christians need the Apostles' Creed?

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-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 106

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The Apostles' Creed - Analysis of the creed

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain why Christians need the Apostles' Creed
-Read what Mrs. Pendo discusses with her daughter
-Analyze the Apostles' Creed
-Value the content of the Apostles' Creed

Learners to:
-Discuss why Christians need the Apostles' Creed
-Discuss when they recite the Apostles' Creed in church
-Read what Mrs. Pendo is discussing with her daughter
-Read and recite the Apostles' Creed again
-Answer questions about the Creator, Jesus Christ, and Holy Spirit
-Discuss why the first part deals with belief in God

What does the Apostles' Creed teach about God?

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-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 107

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The Apostles' Creed - Teachings
The Apostles' Creed - Holy Trinity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify teachings outlined in the Apostles' Creed
-Discuss how to apply these teachings in life
-Explain the importance of the Apostles' Creed
-Appreciate the teachings in the Apostles' Creed

Learners to:
-Study a chart with teachings from the Apostles' Creed
-Discuss the teachings with classmates
-Write the teachings in exercise books
-Explain how to apply these teachings in life
-Read a conversation between Ezra and his mother
-Identify the importance of the Apostles' Creed
-Discuss other ways the Creed is important to Christians

What are the teachings outlined in the Apostles' Creed?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 108
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 110

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Standing firm in faith - Christian suffering

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read the story of Martyr Charles Lwanga
-Define Christian suffering
-Identify how Charles Lwanga and others suffered
-Value standing firm in faith despite suffering

Learners to:
-Read the story of Martyr Charles Lwanga
-Answer questions about Charles Lwanga's suffering
-Define Christian suffering
-Discuss what it means to be a martyr
-Explain how missionaries and Charles Lwanga suffered
-Discuss the meaning of Christian suffering

What is Christian suffering?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 113

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Standing firm in faith - Paul's teachings

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read what people say about Paul's teachings
-Analyze the meaning of 2 Corinthians 6:3-7
-Identify teachings on Christian suffering
-Apply the teachings in daily life

Learners to:
-Read what people are saying about Paul's teachings
-Discuss teachings they have read
-Identify other teachings from 2 Corinthians 6:3-7
-Discuss how to apply these teachings in daily life
-Read what Mrs. Tambo says about Paul's teachings
-Match forms of suffering with correct descriptions
-Study what Teacher Rachel has written
-Discuss ways Christians in the community suffer for faith

What does Paul teach about Christian suffering?

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-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 114

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Standing firm in faith - Values from Paul

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-List values that help endure suffering
-Identify values Paul outlines in 2 Corinthians 6:3-7
-Read Baraka's statement about his family suffering
-Apply these values to endure suffering

Learners to:
-List values they know
-Read 2 Corinthians 6:3-7 again
-Identify values Paul outlines in Bible verses
-Read Baraka's statement about his family suffering
-Discuss how Baraka's family is suffering
-Identify values needed to endure this suffering
-Discuss how to use these values to endure suffering
-Discuss values that help stay strong in faith

What values does Paul demonstrate in his life?

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-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 116

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Standing firm in faith - Overcoming suffering

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Read Pastor Lydia's statement about suffering
-Discuss how suffering helps spiritual growth
-Create a tune for a song about Christian suffering
-Value endurance in suffering

Learners to:
-Read what Pastor Lydia is saying
-Discuss what form of suffering she is facing
-Explain how suffering has helped her grow spiritually
-Discuss how suffering can help become a faithful Christian
-Create a tune for a song about Christian suffering
-Compose a song on the importance of Christian suffering
-Discuss ways Christians can overcome suffering
-Read flash cards about overcoming suffering

How can Christians overcome suffering?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 117

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Church unity - Meaning and importance
Church unity - Biblical teachings

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define church unity
-Explain how early Christians lived in unity
-Identify activities promoting unity
-Value unity in the church

Learners to:
-List activities that promoted unity in Early Church
-List activities promoting unity in church today
-List churches in their community
-Study pictures of people involved in activities
-Discuss if people in pictures are living in unity
-Read statements about church unity
-Define 'church unity' based on statements
-Present definitions and agree on best one

What is church unity?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 120
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 121

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Church unity - Harmonious living

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define harmonious living
-Discuss ways to promote harmonious living
-Read cards about church unity promoting harmony
-Value promoting harmonious living

Learners to:
-Discuss how they contribute to harmonious living at school
-Read cards about how church unity promotes harmonious living
-Discuss ways church promotes harmonious living
-Describe other ways church unity fosters harmonious living
-Study a picture of people working together
-Discuss how people promote church unity in the community
-Explain how church unity is demonstrated in school and community

How does church unity foster harmonious living?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 122

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Church unity - Working together

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Watch a video clip on churches working together
-Identify activities churches participate in
-Discuss how churches promote unity
-Value attending different churches

Learners to:
-Watch a video clip on how churches work together
-Identify activities churches are participating in
-Discuss how churches in community work together
-Discuss how churches promote harmonious living among ethnic groups
-Plan to attend a different church
-Compare worship similarities and differences
-Discuss their experience with classmates
-Discuss how their church works with others to foster unity

How do different churches work together?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Songs
-Digital devices
-Charts
-Oxford Growing in Christ CRE page 123

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