The Life of Jesus Christ

John the Baptist

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

- Explain the teachings of John the Baptist as a forerunner of the Messiah
- Identify the message of repentance in John's preaching
- Appreciate the role of John in preparing for Jesus' ministry

Learners list the causes of social injustices in the society today
-Learners read Luke 3:3 and explain the teachings from the text
-Learners brainstorm on the meaning of baptism of repentance

What values should guide Christian living?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Digital devices
-KLB Visionary pg. 84
-Charts
-KLB Visionary pg. 85

Oral questions -Portfolio -Observation schedule -Written quizzes

The Life of Jesus Christ

The Baptism of Jesus Christ

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

- Outline the events that took place during the baptism of Jesus Christ
- Describe the significance of Jesus' baptism
- Value the importance of baptism in Christian life

Learners in pairs state the meaning of baptism and report to the class
-Learners share their own experiences of baptism
-Learners in pairs read Luke 3:21-22

Why was Jesus Christ baptized?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Digital devices
-KLB Visionary pg. 87

Aural oral -Projects -Journals -Written quizzes

The Life of Jesus Christ

The Baptism of Jesus Christ

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

- State the importance of Baptism in the life of a Christian
- Analyze how baptism connects believers to Christ
- Show appreciation for the sacrament of baptism

Learners in groups identify the key events that took place during the baptism of Jesus Christ
-Learners draw a picture on the events that took place during the Baptism of Jesus Christ
-Learners in groups discuss the importance of baptism in the life of a Christian

What is the importance of baptism in the life of a Christian?

Good News Bible
-Drawing materials
-Flash cards
-KLB Visionary pg. 89

Portfolio -Profiles -Written questions -Assessment rubric

The Life of Jesus Christ

God's Power over Nature

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

- Narrate the miracle of calming the storm as guided by the scriptures
- Analyze how Jesus demonstrated power over nature
- Trust in God's power during challenging times

Learners in pairs brainstorm on challenges they face in day-to-day life
-Learners read and narrate the miracle in Mark 4:35-39
-Learners watch a video clip on Jesus calming the storm

Why did Jesus calm the storm?

Good News Bible
-Digital devices
-Flash cards
-KLB Visionary pg. 91
-Songs
-Writing materials
-KLB Visionary pg. 94

Portfolio -Profiles -Written questions -Assessment rubric

The Life of Jesus Christ

Compassion for the Needy

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

- Describe the story of feeding of the four thousand men
- Identify Jesus' compassion for the hungry crowd
- Value the importance of showing compassion to others

Learners brainstorm on reasons why Christians help those who are affected by disasters
-Learners in groups read Matthew 15:32-38 and retell the story of feeding the four thousand
-Learners watch a video clip on the feeding of the four thousand

How did Jesus Christ show compassion to others?

Good News Bible
-Digital devices
-Flash cards
-KLB Visionary pg. 96

Observation schedules -Written quizzes -Question and answer

The Life of Jesus Christ

Compassion for the Needy

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

- Explain ways Christians show compassion to the needy in the society
- Demonstrate kindness to those in need
- Show willingness to help those in challenging situations

Learners in groups discuss and summarize lessons learnt from the miracle
-Learners draw pictures on the miracle of feeding the four thousand
-Learners in groups list ways of showing kindness to the needy

Why should Christians help those in need?

Good News Bible
-Drawing materials
-Charts
-KLB Visionary pg. 98

Written quizzes -Question and answer -Checklists -Oral questions

The Life of Jesus Christ

Power of Jesus Christ Over Life

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

- Describe the miracle of healing the paralyzed man
- Identify Jesus' power to heal and forgive sins
- Trust in Jesus' healing power

Learners share experiences of challenges they have faced in life
-Learners brainstorm on the importance of depending on God when faced with challenges such as sickness and disease
-Learners in pairs read the story in Mark 2:1-5 and retell the miracle

Why was the paralyzed man brought to Jesus?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-KLB Visionary pg. 101

Oral questions -Portfolio -Written quizzes

The Life of Jesus Christ

Power of Jesus Christ Over Life

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

- Explain lessons learnt from the healing of the paralyzed man
- Apply faith principles in facing personal challenges
- Desire to pray to God when faced with difficult situations

Learners watch a video clip on Jesus healing the paralytic man
-Learners in groups discuss lessons learnt from the healing of the paralytic man
-Learners compose and sing a song on the healing power of God

How can we demonstrate faith in Jesus Christ?

Good News Bible
-Digital devices
-Songs
-KLB Visionary pg. 103

Written quizzes -Question and answer -Checklists -Oral questions

The Life of Jesus Christ

The Parable of the Lost Sheep

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

- Narrate the parable of the lost sheep
- Interpret the meaning of the lost sheep in the parable
- Value God's love for the lost

Learners brainstorm on ways they evangelize to the lost/sinners
-Learners in pairs read Luke 15:1-7 and narrate the parable of the lost sheep
-Learners role play the parable of the lost sheep

Who is the lost sheep in the parable?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-KLB Visionary pg. 106

Imagination and creativity -Learning to learn -Oral questions

The Life of Jesus Christ

The Parable of the Lost Sheep

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

- Explain lessons learnt from the parable of the lost sheep
- Demonstrate concern for those who are spiritually lost
- Desire to reach out to the lost as taught by Jesus Christ

Learners discuss in small groups the meaning of the parable and relate it to their life experiences
-Learners dramatize the parable of the lost sheep
-Learners in groups discuss lessons learnt from the parable
-Learners sing a song on the love of God for those lost in sin

Why should Christians search for a lost sheep?

Good News Bible
-Songs
-Props for drama
-KLB Visionary pg. 109

Oral questions -Observation schedule -Performance assessment

The Life of Jesus Christ

The Parable of the Lost Sheep

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

- Explain lessons learnt from the parable of the lost sheep
- Demonstrate concern for those who are spiritually lost
- Desire to reach out to the lost as taught by Jesus Christ

Learners discuss in small groups the meaning of the parable and relate it to their life experiences
-Learners dramatize the parable of the lost sheep
-Learners in groups discuss lessons learnt from the parable
-Learners sing a song on the love of God for those lost in sin

Why should Christians search for a lost sheep?

Good News Bible
-Songs
-Props for drama
-KLB Visionary pg. 109

Oral questions -Observation schedule -Performance assessment

The Life of Jesus Christ

Responsible Living - Sermon on the Mountain

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

- Outline the virtues Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mountain
- Analyze how these virtues affect human interactions
- Value the virtues Jesus taught

Learners share how they should relate with their peers during interclass competitions
-Learners list the values that can enhance good interpersonal relations during interclass competitions
-Learners brainstorm the benefits of observing the virtues as taught by Jesus

How do the virtues that Jesus taught affect human interactions?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Charts
-KLB Visionary pg. 111

Self-efficacy -Citizenship -Oral questions -Written quizzes

The Life of Jesus Christ

Responsible Living - Sermon on the Mountain

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

- Explain the benefits of observing the moral teachings of Jesus
- Apply the virtues of mercy, purity of heart and peacemaking
- Recognize the importance of living in harmony with others

Learners list the virtues in Matthew 5:7-9 and their meaning to human beings
-Learners in pairs discuss the meanings of virtues and report to the class
-Learners in groups discuss how they demonstrate the virtues in their relationship with others

How should a Christian relate with others?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Charts
-KLB Visionary pg. 113

Oral questions -Portfolio -Observation schedule -Written quizzes

The Life of Jesus Christ

Responsible Living - Sermon on the Mountain

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

- Explain the benefits of observing the moral teachings of Jesus
- Apply the virtues of mercy, purity of heart and peacemaking
- Recognize the importance of living in harmony with others

Learners list the virtues in Matthew 5:7-9 and their meaning to human beings
-Learners in pairs discuss the meanings of virtues and report to the class
-Learners in groups discuss how they demonstrate the virtues in their relationship with others

How should a Christian relate with others?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Charts
-KLB Visionary pg. 113

Oral questions -Portfolio -Observation schedule -Written quizzes

The Life of Jesus Christ

The Rich Young Ruler

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

- Narrate the story of the rich young man as guided by the Bible text
- Identify the young man's struggle with material possessions
- Appreciate the importance of spiritual values over material wealth

Learners in pairs discuss why people in their community work together in supporting the needy
-Learners explain activities carried out by their leaders to empower the poor
-Learners in pairs read Matthew 19:16-22 and explain lessons learnt

Why did the rich young man find it difficult to share his wealth with others?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-KLB Visionary pg. 115

Imagination and creativity -Citizenship -Oral questions

The Life of Jesus Christ

The Rich Young Ruler

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

- Outline lessons learnt from the story of the rich young man
- Apply lessons about wealth and priorities in their lives
- Value spiritual treasures above material possessions

Learners in groups identify temptations that can keep them away from God
-Learners brainstorm the meaning of eternal life and report to the class
-Learners role play the story of the rich young man

What is the meaning of eternal life?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Digital devices
-KLB Visionary pg. 117

Observation schedules -Written quizzes -Question and answer

The Life of Jesus Christ

The Rich Young Ruler

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

- Outline lessons learnt from the story of the rich young man
- Apply lessons about wealth and priorities in their lives
- Value spiritual treasures above material possessions

Learners in groups identify temptations that can keep them away from God
-Learners brainstorm the meaning of eternal life and report to the class
-Learners role play the story of the rich young man

What is the meaning of eternal life?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-Digital devices
-KLB Visionary pg. 117

Observation schedules -Written quizzes -Question and answer

The Life of Jesus Christ

Persistence in Prayer

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

- Narrate the story of a friend at midnight according to the scriptures
- Explain the importance of persistence in prayer
- Value prayer as communication with God

Learners brainstorm why it is good to choose friends wisely
-Learners brainstorm on the meaning of the word 'parable'
-Learners read in turns Luke 11:5-13 and narrate the parable

How does the parable of a friend at midnight relate to Christians today?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-KLB Visionary pg. 122

Communication and collaboration -Citizenship -Oral questions

The Life of Jesus Christ

Persistence in Prayer

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

- Outline lessons learnt from the story of a friend at midnight
- Demonstrate persistence in prayer
- Desire to be persistent in seeking God's help

Learners watch a video clip on the parables of a friend at midnight
-Learners outline lessons learnt from the story
-Learners dramatize the story of a friend at midnight
-Learners discuss in groups the importance of being persistent in prayers

Why is persistence important in prayer?

Good News Bible
-Digital devices
-Props for drama
-KLB Visionary pg. 124

Oral questions -Observation schedule -Performance assessment

The Church

The Early Church

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

- Identify various definitions of unity of believers in the early church
- Analyze the concept of unity among believers
- Appreciate the importance of unity in the church

Learners in groups discuss why unity is important at school, home and in church
-Learners in pairs describe various definitions of the term 'Church'
-Learners in pairs read Acts 2:42-47 and list activities that brought unity in the early church

Why is unity important in the church today?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Pictures
-KLB Visionary pg. 126

Observation schedules -Written quizzes -Checklists -Oral questions

The Church

The Early Church

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

- Outline activities which promoted unity among believers in the early church
- Identify acts of charity done by churches today
- Show willingness to participate in church activities

Learners in pairs outline acts of charity/mercy done by churches today
-Learners watch a video clip on people helping the needy
-Learners brainstorm on strategies used by Christians to promote unity

How is the church involved in charity work today?

Good News Bible
-Digital devices
-Flash cards
-KLB Visionary pg. 128

Communication and collaboration -Citizenship -Oral questions

The Church

The Early Church

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

- Explain strategies used by Christians today to promote unity
- Participate in activities that promote unity
- Value unity among believers in society

Learners organize a charitable activity to contribute towards an orphaned children's home
-Learners brainstorm on ways of maintaining unity among different communities

What strategies can we use to promote unity in the church?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Charts
-KLB Visionary pg. 130

Responsibility -Social justice -Written questions -Observation

The Church

The Lord's Supper

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

- Describe the events that took place during the Lord's Supper
- Identify the significance of the elements used
- Show reverence for the sacred meal

Learners discuss how the Lords' supper is organized in their churches
-Learners sing a relevant song and explain the meaning
-Learners in turns read Luke 22:14-20 and describe the events mentioned in the text

Why did Jesus eat the Passover meal with His disciples?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Songs
-KLB Visionary pg. 132
-Digital devices
-KLB Visionary pg. 135

Creativity and imagination -Digital literacy -Oral questions

The Church

The Lord's Supper

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

- Identity the values required during the celebration of Lord's Table/Eucharist
- Demonstrate appropriate reverence during communion
- Desire to participate in the Lords' supper/Lords table

Learners list attitudes/values required when partaking the Eucharist/Lord's Table
-Learners discuss with their parents/guardians or resource person importance of celebrating the Lord's supper and report to class

What values should Christians demonstrate during the Lord's Supper?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Resource persons
-KLB Visionary pg. 137

Citizenship -Social cohesion -Oral questions -Written reports

The Church

The Role of the Holy Spirit

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

- Identify the gifts of the Holy Spirit as outlined in the Bible text
- Explain the purpose of spiritual gifts in the church
- Appreciate the role of the Holy Spirit in Christian life

Learners in pairs discuss the roles played by religious leaders and their parents in serving God
-Learners in turns read 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 and identify the gifts mentioned
-Learners in groups discuss why the gifts of the Holy Spirit are important to Christians today

How does the Holy Spirit inspire people to offer service to God and others?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Charts
-KLB Visionary pg. 138
-Songs
-KLB Visionary pg. 140

Critical thinking and problem solving -Evaluation and decision making -Oral questions

The Church

The Role of the Holy Spirit

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

- List values which should influence the life of Christians from the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit
- Apply these values in daily interactions
- Desire to manifest the fruits of the Spirit

Learners discuss how the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit can influence their lives
-Learners identify specific values that come from the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit
-Learners describe how they can apply these values in their daily lives

How can we demonstrate the fruits of the Holy Spirit in our lives?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Charts
-KLB Visionary pg. 143

Social cohesion -Oral questions -Written reports -Observation

The Church

The Role of the Holy Spirit

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

- Analyze how spiritual gifts function in the church
- Identify their own spiritual gifts
- Appreciate the role of the gifts of Holy Spirit in his/her life

Learners create charts showing the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit
-Learners discuss practical ways to demonstrate these gifts and fruits in daily life
-Learners pray for the Holy Spirit to work in their lives

How can you grow spiritually through the Holy Spirit?

Good News Bible
-Charts
-Flash cards
-KLB Visionary pg. 144

Oral questions -Portfolio -Observation schedule -Written reports

The Church

The Role of the Holy Spirit

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

- Analyze how spiritual gifts function in the church
- Identify their own spiritual gifts
- Appreciate the role of the gifts of Holy Spirit in his/her life

Learners create charts showing the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit
-Learners discuss practical ways to demonstrate these gifts and fruits in daily life
-Learners pray for the Holy Spirit to work in their lives

How can you grow spiritually through the Holy Spirit?

Good News Bible
-Charts
-Flash cards
-KLB Visionary pg. 144

Oral questions -Portfolio -Observation schedule -Written reports

The Church

Power of Intercessory Prayer

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

- Narrate the story of Peter's miraculous rescue from prison
- Explain the concept of intercessory prayer
- Value the power of prayer

Learners in pairs discuss the importance of prayers in their life
-Learners in turns read Acts 12:3-17 about the story of Peter's rescue from prison and narrate what happened
-Learners watch a video on Peter's miraculous rescue

What is the meaning of intercessory prayer?

Good News Bible
-Digital devices
-Flash cards
-KLB Visionary pg. 145

Learning to learn -Research -Oral questions

The Church

Power of Intercessory Prayer

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

- Explain various ways Christians demonstrate their faith in God
- Practice intercessory prayer for others
- Show willingness to pray for others

Learners in pairs list lessons learnt from this story
-Learners discuss what they have learnt from this story about Peter
-Learners research on different types of prayer from parents/guardians/Sunday/Sabbath teachers and report

How did Peter portray faith in Jesus Christ?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Research notes
-KLB Visionary pg. 148

Human rights and responsibilities -Respect -Oral questions -Written reports

The Church

Power of Intercessory Prayer

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

- Explain various ways Christians demonstrate their faith in God
- Practice intercessory prayer for others
- Show willingness to pray for others

Learners in pairs list lessons learnt from this story
-Learners discuss what they have learnt from this story about Peter
-Learners research on different types of prayer from parents/guardians/Sunday/Sabbath teachers and report

How did Peter portray faith in Jesus Christ?

Good News Bible
-Flash cards
-Research notes
-KLB Visionary pg. 148

Human rights and responsibilities -Respect -Oral questions -Written reports

The Church

Power of Intercessory Prayer

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

- Identify activities carried out by Christians to demonstrate faith
- Apply principles of faith in daily Christian living
- Appreciate lessons learnt from Peter's rescue

Learners discuss what inspires them about Peter's rescue by God
-Learners engage in activities that strengthen their faith in Christ
-Learners sing a song related to standing firm in the faith
-Learners brainstorm on activities carried out by Christians to demonstrate their faith in God

How should you demonstrate faith in Jesus Christ?

Good News Bible
-Songs
-Flash cards
-KLB Visionary pg. 150

Creative skills -Citizenship -Oral questions -Performance assessment