THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Introduction to unity of believers and the people of God
The people of God - Old Testament background

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define the concept of unity of believers. Explain the meaning of different names for early Christians. Analyze factors that contributed to unity among early Christians. Compare unity among believers with national unity in Kenya.

Q/A: Review different names for early Christians from Acts. Discussion: Meaning of unity in various contexts. Comparison: Factors for unity in Kenya vs. early church. Brainstorming: Challenges facing unity in modern church. Bible reading: Galatians 3:28.

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Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 15-16

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The people of God in the New Testament
The body of Christ - Biblical foundation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the New Testament concept of people of God. Describe characteristics of God's people according to 1 Peter 2:9-10. Analyze how believers become God's people through faith. Evaluate the universal nature of God's people.

Bible reading: 1 Peter 2:9-10. Discussion: Difference between Old and New Testament people of God. Analysis: Meaning of "chosen race, royal priesthood, holy nation". Q/A: How faith rather than ancestry determines membership. Reflection: Living as God's special people.

The Bible. Comparison chart
The Bible. Diagram of human body. Chart of church roles and functions.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 16-17

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Unity in the body of Christ
The vine and the branches
The church as assembly of God

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline elements of unity according to Ephesians 4:1-12. Explain the seven unities centered on Trinity. Describe virtues needed for maintaining unity. Analyze how spiritual gifts promote unity.
Define the meaning of "church" (ekklesia). Explain the church as assembly of God's people. Describe different meanings of "church" today. Analyze Paul's marriage analogy for church unity.

Bible reading: Ephesians 4:1-12. Discussion: The seven "ones" in Ephesians 4. Analysis: How humility, gentleness, patience promote unity. Q/A: Role of apostles, prophets, evangelists in unity. Practical application: Building unity in local church.
Discussion: Different meanings of word "church". Bible reading: Ephesians 5:21-32. Analysis: Church as assembly vs. building vs. denomination. Q/A: How marriage illustrates church unity. Comparison: Husband-wife relationship with Christ-church relationship.

The Bible. Chart of seven elements of unity.
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The Bible. Visual aids showing different meanings of church.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 17-18
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 19-20

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The church as the bride
Causes of disunity in early church - Leadership disputes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the concept of church as bride of Christ. Describe the marriage imagery in Old and New Testaments. Analyze the wedding preparations and expectations. Evaluate the eternal nature of the union.

Bible reading: 2 Corinthians 11:2, Revelation 21:1-2. Discussion: Old Testament background of Israel as bride. Analysis: New Jerusalem as bride prepared for husband. Q/A: What makes a bride beautiful for wedding. Reflection: Preparing for eternal union with Christ.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 19-20

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Causes of disunity - Meat offered to idols and spiritual gifts
Causes of disunity - Lord's Supper and resurrection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the problem of eating meat offered to idols. Describe the conflict between strong and weak Christians. Analyze the misuse of spiritual gifts in Corinth. Evaluate Paul's solutions to these problems.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 8, 12-14. Discussion: Why eating idol meat was controversial. Analysis: How spiritual gifts created division. Q/A: Paul's advice on considering weaker Christians. Practical application: Modern equivalent situations.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 21-22

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Other causes of disunity in early church
The Council of Jerusalem

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify additional problems causing disunity. Explain disputes over head covering during worship. Describe issues of sexual immorality in the church. Analyze problems with marriage, divorce, and civil court cases.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 5, 6:1-11, 7, 11:2-16. Discussion: Cultural issues affecting early church. Analysis: How moral problems divided the church. Q/A: Paul's solutions to various disputes. Comparison: Early church problems vs. modern church issues.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 23-24

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Solutions offered by Paul to disunity
Causes of disunity in Kenyan churches today
More causes of disunity in Kenya

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline Paul's comprehensive solutions to church divisions. Explain the principle of love as supreme solution. Describe the importance of considering others. Analyze the role of proper worship in maintaining unity.
Identify modern causes of church disunity in Kenya. Explain formation of splinter groups. Describe misunderstanding of spiritual gifts today. Analyze discrimination within churches.

Review of 1 Corinthians solutions. Discussion: How love solves all problems. Analysis: Paul's practical advice for different situations. Q/A: Why love is the "most excellent way". Synthesis: Bringing together all of Paul's solutions.
Brainstorming: Current problems dividing Kenyan churches. Discussion: Why new denominations keep emerging. Case studies: Examples of church splits in Kenya. Analysis: How material issues cause divisions. Field assignment: Interview about church unity challenges.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 21-25
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 23-24

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Solutions to disunity in Kenyan churches
Promoting unity among believers today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Suggest solutions to problems causing disunity in Kenya. Explain the role of love in solving church problems. Describe how churches can respect each other's differences. Analyze the importance of focusing on essential Christian beliefs.

Brainstorming: Solutions to identified problems. Discussion: How to maintain unity amid diversity. Analysis: Role of church leadership in promoting unity. Q/A: What are essential vs. non-essential Christian beliefs. Action planning: Steps for promoting unity in local churches.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 25-26

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Definition of terms: Prophet and Prophecy
Understanding prophecy in biblical context

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define the terms prophet and prophecy. Explain the Hebrew and Greek origins of the word prophet. Identify other terms used to describe prophets. Distinguish between prophets and prophetesses in the Old Testament.

Q/A: Review prophets studied in Form 1 (Moses, Elijah, Nathan, Samuel). Discussion: Meaning of prophetes and nabi. Brainstorming: Other names for prophets (messenger, watchman, seer). Bible study: Examples of prophetesses (Miriam, Deborah, Hulda).

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 28-29

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Categories of prophets - True prophets

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify different categories of Old Testament prophets. Explain the classification of Major prophets. Describe Minor prophets and their characteristics. Distinguish between Canonical and Early prophets.

Bible exploration: Books of Major prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel). Discussion: Why some are called "major" and others "minor". Analysis: Length and content of prophetic books. Q/A: Difference between Canonical and Early prophets.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 29-30

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Early prophets and cultic prophets
False prophets and their characteristics
The importance of prophets in Israel
How prophets received God's call and messages

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe Early prophets and their communities. Explain the role of cultic prophets in worship. Analyze prophetic guilds or schools. Evaluate the work of prophets in religious centers.
Explain the central role of prophets in Israel's life. Describe prophets as mediators between God and people. Analyze how prophets received and communicated God's messages. Evaluate prophets' role in socio-economic, political, and religious spheres.

Discussion: Elijah and Elisha as leaders of prophetic communities. Analysis: Role of prophets at Bethel and Jerusalem. Q/A: How cultic prophets worked with priests. Case study: Prophetic communities and their influence.
Discussion: Primary role of prophets as God's messengers. Analysis: Different ways prophets received revelations. Q/A: Prophets' use of "Thus says the Lord". Case study: How prophets influenced national decisions.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 30-31

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Prophets' roles and functions in society
Prophets' messages of judgment and hope

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline the various roles prophets played in Israel. Explain prophets as conscience of kings. Describe prophets' work in condemning social evils. Analyze prophets as preachers of practical monotheism.

Case studies: Nathan confronting David, Elijah challenging Ahab. Discussion: How prophets fought idolatry. Analysis: Prophets condemning social injustice. Q/A: Prophets as authoritative preachers of righteousness.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 31-32

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Characteristics of true prophets

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify key characteristics of genuine prophets. Explain how prophets heard and obeyed God's voice. Describe prophets' belief in monotheism and covenant relationship. Analyze prophets' understanding of God's holiness and justice.

Discussion: Different ways God revealed Himself to prophets. Analysis: Prophets' absolute commitment to monotheism. Q/A: How prophets stood for covenant relationship. Case study: Prophets' courage in facing opposition.

The Bible. Chart of prophetic characteristics. Examples of prophetic courage.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 32-33

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

More characteristics: Authority, symbolic actions, and prayer life
The writing of prophetic messages - Content and types

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe prophets' authority and courage in speaking. Explain use of symbolic actions in prophetic ministry. Analyze prophets' prayer life and withdrawal for revelation. Evaluate how prophets emulated God's attributes.

Case studies: Symbolic actions (Hosea's marriage, Isaiah walking naked, Jeremiah's clay pot). Discussion: Source of prophetic authority. Analysis: Moses' 40 days on mountain. Q/A: How prophets lived holy lives.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 33-34

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

How prophetic messages were recorded
Preservation and compilation of prophetic messages
Relationship between Old Testament and New Testament
Messianic prophecies and their fulfillment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain why prophetic messages needed to be written down. Describe the role of scribes in recording prophecies. Analyze the example of Jeremiah and Baruch. Evaluate how oral traditions were preserved by disciples.
Explain how Old Testament points to salvation history. Describe God's promise to Abraham about blessing nations. Analyze Jesus' attitude toward the Law of Moses. Evaluate how Jesus fulfilled rather than destroyed the Law.

Case study: Jeremiah 36:1-4 on dictating to Baruch. Discussion: Why written records were necessary. Analysis: King Jehoiakim burning the scroll. Q/A: Role of prophetic disciples in preservation.
Bible study: Genesis 12:3 and Matthew 5:17. Discussion: Jesus as descendant of Abraham and David. Analysis: Jesus' summary of Law in love commandments. Q/A: How Jesus set higher standards than Mosaic Law.

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The Bible. Chart of messianic prophecies and fulfillment. Timeline of Jesus' ministry.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 34-35
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 35-36

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

John the Baptist and the transition period

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain John the Baptist as forerunner of Messiah. Describe prophecies about John's ministry (Malachi, Isaiah). Analyze John's role in preparing for Jesus. Evaluate John as the last Old Testament prophet.

Bible study: Isaiah 40:3-5, Malachi 3:1, Luke 3:1-20. Discussion: John's baptism of repentance. Analysis: John's recognition of Jesus as Messiah. Q/A: Jesus' commendation of John as greatest prophet.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 36-37

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Jesus as the suffering servant and humble king
Comparison between traditional African and Old Testament prophets - Similarities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe Jesus as fulfillment of Isaiah's suffering servant. Explain how Jesus differed from Jewish messianic expectations. Analyze Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on donkey. Evaluate Zechariah's prophecy about humble king.

Bible study: Isaiah 53, Zechariah 9:9-10. Discussion: Why suffering Messiah was unexpected. Analysis: Contrast between political and spiritual kingship. Q/A: How Jesus brought peace rather than war.

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The Bible. Information about African traditional prophets. Comparison chart of similarities.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 37-38

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

More similarities and differences
Relevance of Old Testament prophets to Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe more similarities (healing roles, resistance to oppression). Explain key differences in authority sources. Analyze differences in scope and hereditary nature. Evaluate the unique features of each prophetic tradition.

Continued comparison: Both performed healing roles. Analysis: Differences in source of authority (God vs. ancestors).

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 38-39

PROPHET AMOS

Background to Prophet Amos - Historical and personal context
Political and economic background
Social and religious background

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify the historical background of Prophet Amos. Describe Amos' personal life, occupation, and ministry period. Explain the significance of a Judean prophet sent to Israel. Analyze the reigns of Jeroboam II and Uzziah.
Identify social problems and moral decline during Amos' time. Explain corruption in law courts and declining morality. Describe religious hypocrisy in Northern Kingdom. Analyze worship centers and idolatrous practices.

Q/A: Review prophets from previous units. Map work: Locate Tekoa, Israel's boundaries. Discussion: Amos as shepherd and sycamore tree tender. Timeline: Contemporary kings (786-743 BCE Israel, 783-742 BCE Judah). Analysis: Why God sent Judean prophet to Northern Kingdom.
Discussion: How wealth led to social corruption and bribery. Analysis: Sexual immorality and breakdown of covenant brotherhood. Map work: Locate Bethel, Gilgal, Samaria as worship centers. Q/A: Combining Yahweh worship with idols (Sakkuth, Kaiwan).

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 41-44
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 45-46

PROPHET AMOS

The call of Amos and confrontation with Amaziah
Lessons from Amos' call and the five visions introduction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the compelling nature of Amos' prophetic call around 758 BCE. Explain Amos' ministry at Bethel shrine. Analyze the confrontation with Amaziah the priest. Evaluate Amos' response about his calling and background.

Bible reading: Amos 1:1, 3:8, 7:10-17. Discussion: Lion's roar metaphor for irresistible divine call. Analysis: Amaziah's accusation and order to leave Israel. Role play: Confrontation between Amos and Amaziah. Q/A: Amos' defense - not professional prophet but called by God.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 46-48

PROPHET AMOS

Visions of locusts and fire - God's mercy through intercession
Visions of plumb line and summer fruits - Inevitable judgment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the first vision of locust plague threatening Israel's crops. Explain the second vision of supernatural fire. Analyze Amos' intercession for Israel in both visions. Evaluate God's merciful response to prophetic prayer.

Bible reading: Amos 7:1-6. Discussion: Locusts consuming crops after king's taxation. Analysis: Fire threatening to consume subterranean waters and earth. Q/A: Amos pleading "How can Jacob stand? He is so small!" Compare: Moses' intercession (Exodus 32:11-14).

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 49-50

PROPHET AMOS

Vision of altar destruction and modern significance of visions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the fifth vision of altar destruction at Bethel. Explain complete judgment with no escape possible. Analyze how God still speaks through visions today. Evaluate the role of visions in modern church guidance.

Bible reading: Amos 9:1-4. Description: Destruction of altar and all worshippers. Discussion: No hiding place from God's judgment. Analysis: Examples of modern prophetic visions in churches. Q/A: How visions help in church decisions and leadership.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 51-53

PROPHET AMOS

Social justice teachings - Slavery, exploitation, and sexual immorality
Breaking laws on pledges, bribery, and corruption
Greed, luxury, and cheating in business
Relevance of social justice teachings for Christians today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define social justice and responsibility in biblical context. Describe how poor were enslaved and exploited in Israel. Explain sexual immorality and temple prostitution. Analyze breaking of God's laws on treatment of fellow Israelites.
Describe excessive luxury of rich at expense of poor. Explain false security of wealthy leaders. Analyze cheating practices by merchants and traders. Evaluate violations of fair business laws.

Bible reading: Amos 2:6-8. Discussion: Selling righteous for silver, needy for sandals. Analysis: Legal exploitation through debt and land seizure. Description: Temple prostitution and sexual sins. Q/A: How covenant brotherhood was violated.
Bible reading: Amos 4:1-3, 6:1-8, 8:4-6. Discussion: Rich women compared to "cows of Bashan". Analysis: Leaders sitting "at ease" feeling "secure". Description: False scales, overcharging, poor quality goods. Q/A: Merchants eager to end religious festivals for business.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 53-56
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 57-59

PROPHET AMOS

Hypocritical religion - External observance without inner piety
God's demand for justice and relevance for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe worship practices at Bethel and Gilgal. Explain the problem of ritual without righteousness. Analyze how worshippers combined ceremony with injustice. Evaluate God's rejection of hypocritical worship.

Bible reading: Amos 4:4-5, 5:21-27. Discussion: Difference between true and false worship. Analysis: Why God hated feasts and rejected sacrifices. Q/A: Worship of idols alongside Yahweh. Comparison: Proper vs. hypocritical worship practices.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 61-63

PROPHET AMOS

Judgment on surrounding nations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain God's judgment on Syria, Philistia, Tyre, Edom, Ammon, Moab. Describe specific crimes committed by each nation. Analyze the "three transgressions and four" formula. Evaluate God's universal moral demands on all peoples.

Bible reading: Amos 1:3-2:3. Discussion: War crimes, slave trading, treaty breaking. Map work: Locate nations mentioned in judgments. Analysis: God's moral standards apply to all nations. Q/A: Universal nature of divine justice.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 65-67

PROPHET AMOS

God's judgment on Israel and Judah
Forms of punishment and call for repentance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe God's judgment pronounced on His chosen people. Explain why Israel would receive heavier punishment. Analyze Israel's specific sins inviting judgment. Evaluate privilege and responsibility of divine election.

Bible reading: Amos 2:4-16, 3:1-2. Discussion: Why Israel least expected judgment. Analysis: Greater punishment for greater privilege. List: Israel's sins (idolatry, injustice, immorality, hypocrisy). Q/A: Accountability of chosen people.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 67-68

PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of judgment teachings for Christians
Israel's election - Concept, misunderstanding, and God's universal activity
Relevance of election for Christians
The Day of the Lord - Expectations vs. reality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain relevance of Amos' judgment message for Christians. Describe God's universal moral expectations today. Analyze balance between divine judgment and mercy. Evaluate how Christians should face challenges with hope.
Explain Christians as New Israel, chosen people. Describe Christian election and responsibilities. Analyze dangers of presuming on God's favor. Evaluate moral obligations of Christian calling.

Discussion: God's judgment applies to all nations today. Analysis: Christian responsibility for righteous living. Q/A: Learning from exile for facing modern challenges. Application: Trusting God's sovereignty in difficulties. Reflection: Personal and national accountability.
Bible reading: 1 Peter 2:9. Discussion: Christians as "chosen race, royal priesthood". Analysis: Election brings responsibility, not just privilege. Q/A: How Christians should understand their calling. Application: Living up to election responsibilities.

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The Bible. Covenant relationship info. Chart of God's universal activity. Election concepts comparison.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 71-72
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 74-75

PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of Day of the Lord for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Christian understanding as Second Coming of Christ. Describe Jesus' return as Lord and Judge. Analyze Christian preparation for Parousia. Evaluate importance of righteous living in expectation.

Discussion: Day of Lord as Second Coming. Bible reading: Mark 13:32-36 on unknown timing. Analysis: How Christians should prepare for return. Q/A: Judgment day for everyone's actions. Reflection: Personal readiness for Christ's coming.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 77-78

PROPHET AMOS

The remnant concept and restoration promises
Relevance of remnant teaching for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define remnant as faithful survivors of judgment. Explain Amos' teaching about sieving Israel. Describe restoration of Davidic kingdom. Analyze material prosperity in restored land.

Bible reading: Amos 9:8-15. Discussion: Remnant as grain vs. chaff in sieve. Analysis: Restoration under new Davidic king. Description: Great harvests, rebuilt cities, return from exile. Example: Elijah and 7,000 faithful to God.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 78-80

PROPHET AMOS

Synthesis of Amos' major teachings
Contemporary applications and Christian discipleship

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Synthesize social justice, hypocritical religion, judgment, election themes. Evaluate balance between judgment and hope in Amos. Analyze interconnection of all prophetic themes. Assess Amos' contribution to prophetic tradition.

Review: All major themes and their relationships. Discussion: How judgment leads to purification and restoration. Analysis: Amos' influence on later prophets. Q/A: Continuing relevance for modern Christians.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 82-84

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Background to Prophet Jeremiah - Political context
Social and economic background

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify the political background during Jeremiah's ministry. Describe the decline of Assyrian power and rise of Babylon. Explain the reigns of Judean kings during Jeremiah's time. Analyze the international political situation affecting Judah.

Timeline: Jeremiah's ministry (626-587 BCE). Map work: Locate Assyria, Babylon, Egypt in relation to Judah. Discussion: Fall of Nineveh (612 BCE) and shift in power. Q/A: Kings during Jeremiah's ministry - Josiah, Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, Zedekiah.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 68-69

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Religious background and syncretism
Jeremiah's personal life and family background
Jeremiah's call - The divine encounter

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify religious practices in Judah during Jeremiah's ministry. Explain the influence of foreign religions and syncretism. Describe idol worship and pagan practices. Analyze the religious reforms and their failures.
Describe Jeremiah's family background and hometown Anathoth. Explain his priestly heritage and early influences. Analyze his personality traits and emotional nature. Evaluate his role as the "weeping prophet."

Discussion: How political alliances brought foreign religious practices. Analysis: Worship of Molech, Asherah poles, high places. Q/A: King Josiah's reforms and their temporary nature. Map work: Locate high places and pagan worship sites.
Bible reading: Jeremiah 1:1. Discussion: Anathoth as priestly city near Jerusalem. Analysis: How priestly background influenced his ministry. Q/A: Jeremiah's emotional and sensitive nature. Character study: Jeremiah's personality and calling.

The Bible. Information about ancient pagan religions. Pictures of ancient idols. Religious practices comparison chart.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 69-70
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 70-71

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Jeremiah's commission and mission
Evils addressed by Jeremiah - Necromancy and false prophecy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Jeremiah's commission as prophet to the nations. Describe his mission to "uproot, tear down, destroy, build, plant." Analyze the scope of his prophetic ministry. Evaluate God's promises of protection and presence.

Discussion: Jeremiah as prophet to nations, not just Judah. Analysis: Dual mission of destruction and restoration. Q/A: Six-fold commission (uproot, tear down, destroy, overthrow, build, plant). Application: How God prepares and equips His servants.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 74-75

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Dishonesty, human sacrifice, and idolatry
The Temple Sermon - Content and significance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe dishonesty and deception in Judah's society. Explain the practice of human sacrifice. Analyze widespread idolatry and its consequences. Evaluate the corruption of covenant relationship with God.

Discussion: How dishonesty pervaded all levels of society. Analysis: Child sacrifice in Valley of Hinnom (Molech worship). Description: Various forms of idolatry (golden calves, Asherah poles). Q/A: How idolatry broke covenant with Yahweh.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 76-78

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Reactions to Temple Sermon and relevance for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the various reactions to Jeremiah's Temple Sermon. Explain opposition from priests and false prophets. Analyze the people's resistance to change. Evaluate the relevance of Jeremiah's message for modern Christians.

Discussion: Why religious leaders opposed Jeremiah's message. Analysis: People's preference for comfortable lies over hard truths. Q/A: How modern Christians can avoid false confidence in religious activities. Application: Genuine faith vs. mere religious observance.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 80-82

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Jeremiah's teachings on judgment and punishment - Divine judgment announced
Modes of punishment - Military, natural, and spiritual
Symbolic acts related to judgment - Waistcloth and wine jars
Symbolic acts - Celibacy, potter and clay, earthen flask

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Jeremiah's announcement of coming judgment on Judah. Describe the reasons for God's judgment. Analyze the certainty and severity of punishment. Evaluate the role of Babylon as God's instrument.
Explain Jeremiah's use of symbolic actions to convey God's message. Describe the symbolic act of the linen waistcloth. Analyze the meaning of the wine jars parable. Evaluate the effectiveness of symbolic communication.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 5:12-18, 6:1-30. Discussion: Why judgment was inevitable despite warnings. Analysis: Babylon as God's instrument of punishment. Q/A: Specific sins that triggered divine judgment. Timeline: From warning to fulfillment (587 BCE).
Bible reading: Jeremiah 13:1-11, 13:12-14. Demonstration: Burying and retrieving cloth to show decay. Discussion: Wine jars filled and broken symbolizing destruction. Analysis: Why symbolic acts were powerful communication tools. Q/A: How actions reinforced verbal messages.

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The Bible. Cloth for demonstration. Empty jars for illustration. Symbolic action examples.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 83-85
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 87-88

PROPHET JEREMIAH

More symbolic acts - Fig baskets and wooden yoke
The fall of Jerusalem and exile

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the vision of two baskets of figs. Explain the symbolism of good and bad figs. Analyze Jeremiah wearing the wooden yoke. Evaluate the message of submission to Babylon.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 24:1-10, 27:1-28:17. Discussion: Good figs (exiles) vs. bad figs (those remaining). Demonstration: Wearing yoke to symbolize submission. Analysis: Why submission to Babylon was God's will. Q/A: Controversy over Jeremiah's political message.

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The Bible. Historical accounts of siege. Archaeological evidence. Destruction timeline.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 90-91

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Jeremiah's suffering and lamentations - Plots against his life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe various plots against Jeremiah's life. Explain opposition from family, friends, and officials. Analyze Jeremiah's emotional responses to persecution. Evaluate the cost of prophetic ministry.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 11:18-23, 12:6. Discussion: Plot by men of Anathoth (his hometown). Analysis: Even family members turned against him. Q/A: Why people wanted to silence Jeremiah. Character study: Jeremiah's perseverance under persecution.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 95-96

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Jeremiah's isolation, mockery, and torture
Jeremiah's arrest, trial, and imprisonment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe Jeremiah's lament about his isolation. Explain how he became object of mockery. Analyze his torture by Pashhur the priest. Evaluate Jeremiah's emotional and physical suffering.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 15:10-21, 20:1-6, 20:7-18. Discussion: Jeremiah's complaint about being alone. Analysis: Daily mockery and ridicule he endured. Description: Beating and stocks by Pashhur. Q/A: How suffering affected Jeremiah's ministry.

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The Bible. Ancient prison conditions. Trial procedures. Survival testimonies.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 95-96

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Relevance of Jeremiah's sufferings for Christians
Symbolic acts related to hope - Vision of figs and ox-yoke
Letter to exiles and buying land
The New Covenant prophecy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain how Jeremiah's sufferings relate to Christian experience. Describe the cost of faithful witness. Analyze God's presence in suffering. Evaluate lessons for modern Christians facing persecution.
Describe Jeremiah's letter to Babylonian exiles. Explain his advice to settle and seek the city's welfare. Analyze his symbolic purchase of land during siege. Evaluate these acts as signs of future hope.

Discussion: How Christians today face similar challenges. Analysis: Remaining faithful when unpopular. Q/A: God's sustaining grace in difficult times. Application: Learning from Jeremiah's example of perseverance. Testimony: Modern examples of Christian suffering.
Bible reading: Jeremiah 29:1-14, 32:1-44. Discussion: Instructions to build houses, plant gardens, marry. Analysis: "Seek the peace of the city where I have sent you". Description: Buying field in Anathoth during siege. Q/A: How these acts demonstrated faith in restoration.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 97-98
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 99-100

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Fulfillment of New Covenant in Christ

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain how Jesus fulfilled Jeremiah's New Covenant prophecy. Describe the Last Supper as inauguration. Analyze the role of Christ's death and resurrection. Evaluate the spiritual implications for Christians.

Bible reading: Luke 22:20, Hebrews 8:6-13. Discussion: Jesus' words "This cup is the new covenant in my blood". Analysis: How Christ's sacrifice established new relationship.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 102-103