THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

The teachings of Jesus on the role of the Holy Spirit
Jesus' teachings on the Holy Spirit's functions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define the concept of the Holy Spirit in biblical context. Explain the Christian doctrine of Trinity. Outline Jesus' teachings about the Holy Spirit's role. Analyze the significance of Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit.

Bible readings: John 14:15-26, 16:5-15, Acts 1:7-8. Q/A: Review the concept of the Trinity from Form 2. Discussion on the Spirit's role in creation and Old Testament. Group work: Identify roles of the Holy Spirit as taught by Jesus.

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The Bible. Role-play materials.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 1-2

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

The Day of Pentecost - Background and significance
The events of Pentecost
Peter's background and leadership
Peter's message on the Day of Pentecost
Proof that Jesus is the Messiah

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the importance of Pentecost to the Jews. Describe the annual Jewish festivals. Compare Pentecost with Kenyan national celebrations. Analyze the geographical spread of Jews during Pentecost.

Q/A: Review Jewish festivals from Form 1. Map work: Identify places mentioned in Acts 2. Discussion: Significance of 50 days after Passover. Comparison: Jewish festivals vs. Kenyan national days. Assignment: Research on diaspora Jews.

The Bible.
The Bible. events. Visual aids on wind and fire.
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The Bible. Chart comparing Peter's message with Joel's prophecy.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 3-4

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Results of Peter's message and relevance today
Paul's teaching on spiritual gifts - Introduction
The nine spiritual gifts explained

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the results of Peter's Pentecostal sermon. Explain the call to repentance and baptism. Analyze the growth of early Christian community. Evaluate the relevance of Pentecostal experience for modern Christians.

Bible reading: Acts 2:37-41. Discussion: The crowd's response to Peter's message. Analysis: Significance of 3000 baptisms. Brainstorming: How Pentecost relates to modern evangelism. Q/A: Importance of vernacular languages in spreading Gospel.

The Bible. Statistics on early church growth.
The Bible. Chart of nine spiritual gifts.
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 8-9

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Distinguishing spirits and speaking in tongues
Paul's teaching on love as supreme gift

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the gift of distinguishing spirits. Describe speaking in tongues (glossolalia). Analyze the gift of interpretation of tongues. Evaluate the unity purpose of all gifts.

Bible study: 1 Corinthians 12:10. Discussion: How to discern true from false spirits. Explanation: Difference between tongues and interpretation. Q/A: Paul's analogy of the human body. Practical application: Using gifts for church unity.

The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 11-12

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Paul's teachings on prophecy and tongues
Criteria for discerning gifts of the Holy Spirit
The fruit of the Holy Spirit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline Paul's detailed teaching on prophecy. Explain the superiority of prophecy over tongues. Describe regulations for using spiritual gifts. Analyze the purpose of orderly worship.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 14. Discussion: Why prophecy is preferred to tongues. Q/A: Paul's regulations for gift usage. Analysis: Maximum of 2-3 speakers rule. Practical application: Orderly worship in modern churches.

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The Bible. Comparison chart of flesh vs. spirit.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 13-14

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Manifestation of gifts in the church today
Using spiritual gifts for unity and church building

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify how spiritual gifts manifest in modern churches. Describe denominations emphasizing specific gifts. Analyze faith healing and miracle working today. Evaluate the role of gifts in church growth.

Discussion: Gifts in different church denominations. Case studies: Pentecostal and charismatic churches. Q/A: Examples of healing and miracles witnessed. Analysis: How gifts help church mission. Field assignment: Interview church members about gifts.

The Bible.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 17-18

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.

The Bible.
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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
Unity in the body of Christ

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.
The Bible. Chart of seven elements of unity.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 16-17

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The vine and the branches
The church as assembly of God

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Jesus' teaching on vine and branches. Describe the relationship between Christ and believers. Analyze the consequences of remaining/not remaining in Christ. Evaluate the conditions for bearing fruit.

Bible reading: John 15:1-10. Discussion: Significance of vine imagery in Old Testament. Analysis: What it means to "remain in Christ". Q/A: Consequences of being cut off from vine. Reflection: How to bear much fruit as Christians.

The Bible.
The Bible. Visual aids showing different meanings of church.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 18-19

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.

The Bible.
Charts
The Bible

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
Other causes of disunity in early church

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.

The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 21-22

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The Council of Jerusalem
Solutions offered by Paul to disunity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the major problem of Gentile admission to church. Explain the debate over circumcision requirement. Analyze the decisions made at Jerusalem Council. Evaluate the significance of the council for church unity.

Bible reading: Acts 15:1-35. Discussion: Why circumcision was controversial issue. Analysis: Arguments presented by different sides. Q/A: The four requirements for Gentile converts. Reflection: Importance of compromise for unity.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 24-25

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

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:
Identify modern causes of church disunity in Kenya. Explain formation of splinter groups. Describe misunderstanding of spiritual gifts today. Analyze discrimination within churches.

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.

The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 23-24

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS
THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Solutions to disunity in Kenyan churches
Promoting unity among believers today
Definition of terms: Prophet and Prophecy

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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 25-26

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Understanding prophecy in biblical context
Categories of prophets - True prophets

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain prophecy as God's revealed truth. Describe the role of predictions in prophecy. Analyze how prophets dealt with present, past, and future events. Evaluate prophecy as recognized institution in Israel.

Discussion: Prophecy vs. fortune telling. Analysis: How prophets interpreted current events. Q/A: Relationship between prophecy and Holy Spirit. Bible reading: Examples of predictive prophecy. Assignment: Research prophecy in New Testament.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 28-29

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Early prophets and cultic prophets
False prophets and their characteristics
The importance of prophets in Israel

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.

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.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 30-31

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

How prophets received God's call and messages
Prophets' roles and functions in society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe different ways prophets received God's call. Explain visions, voices, and ordinary events as revelation methods. Analyze the compelling nature of prophetic calling. Evaluate prophets' response to divine calling.

Bible study: Amos 3:8, Jeremiah 20:9 on compulsion to prophesy. Discussion: Visions (burning bush, Ezekiel's wheels). Analysis: Ordinary events with prophetic significance. Q/A: Why prophets couldn't resist God's call.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 31-32

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Prophets' messages of judgment and hope
Characteristics of true prophets

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe how prophets foretold punishment for disobedience. Explain prophets' role in offering hope for restoration. Analyze the balance between judgment and mercy in prophetic messages. Evaluate prophets' predictions about future kings and kingdoms.

Discussion: Examples of prophetic warnings (Elijah's drought). Analysis: Messages of hope to exiles in Babylon. Q/A: How prophets balanced punishment with restoration. Bible study: Prophecies about the Messiah.

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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
How prophetic messages were recorded

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

Preservation and compilation of prophetic messages
Relationship between Old Testament and New Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe how disciples preserved prophetic traditions. Explain the compilation process over time. Analyze how messages were organized by themes. Evaluate the use of prophetic messages by later generations.

Discussion: Isaiah's instruction to disciples (Isaiah 8:16). Analysis: How traditions about Isaiah were incorporated in 2 Kings. Q/A: Thematic organization of oracles. Example: Jeremiah 26:17-18 quoting Micah.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 35-36

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Messianic prophecies and their fulfillment
John the Baptist and the transition period

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe prophecies about Davidic descendant. Explain Isaiah's prophecies about the Messiah. Analyze Jeremiah's prophecy of New Covenant. Evaluate how Jesus fulfilled messianic expectations.

Bible study: 2 Samuel 7:13-14, Isaiah's messianic passages. Discussion: Jesus acknowledged as "Son of David". Analysis: New Covenant inauguration at Last Supper. Q/A: Why Jews expected political rather than suffering Messiah.

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

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
More similarities and differences

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.

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

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 37-38

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES
PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of Old Testament prophets to Christians
Background to Prophet Amos - Historical and personal context

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain how OT prophets reveal God's character and will. Describe prophets' preparation for Jesus Christ. Analyze moral demands made by prophets on all people. Evaluate prophets' challenge to be conscience of communities.

Discussion: What Christians learn from prophetic messages. Analysis: How prophets prepared way for Jesus. Q/A: Universal moral demands of prophetic teaching. Reflection: Being prophetic voices in modern society.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 39-40

PROPHET AMOS

Political and economic background
Social and religious background

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe political stability during Jeroboam II's reign. Explain economic prosperity and wealth concentration. Analyze the rising threat of Assyrian empire. Evaluate the gap between rich and poor in Israel.

Bible reading: 2 Kings 14:23-29. Discussion: Jeroboam II as warrior king expanding borders. Analysis: Assyrian threat under Tiglath-Pileser III (745-727 BCE). Case study: Wealth concentrated in cities vs. rural poverty. Q/A: Legal exploitation of peasant farmers.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 42-45

PROPHET AMOS

The call of Amos and confrontation with Amaziah
Lessons from Amos' call and the five visions introduction
Visions of locusts and fire - God's mercy through intercession

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.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 46-48

PROPHET AMOS

Visions of plumb line and summer fruits - Inevitable judgment
Vision of altar destruction and modern significance of visions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the third vision of plumb line and crooked wall. Describe the fourth vision of basket of ripe summer fruits. Analyze the significance of Amos' silence in these visions. Evaluate Israel being "ripe for destruction."

Bible reading: Amos 7:7-9, 8:1-3. Demonstration: Plumb line as builder's tool for checking walls. Analysis: Israel like crooked wall about to collapse. Discussion: Summer fruits as timing metaphor for judgment. Q/A: Why Amos stopped interceding for Israel.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 50-51

PROPHET AMOS

Social justice teachings - Slavery, exploitation, and sexual immorality
Breaking laws on pledges, bribery, and corruption
Greed, luxury, and cheating in business

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.

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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 53-56

PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of social justice teachings for Christians today
Hypocritical religion - External observance without inner piety

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify modern social evils Amos would condemn in Kenya. Explain how Christians should respond to social injustice. Analyze the church's role in promoting justice. Evaluate practical ways to combat corruption and exploitation.

Brainstorming: Social evils in Kenya (corruption, exploitation, sexual immorality). Discussion: Christian responses to injustice. Analysis: Church as conscience of society. Action planning: Combating injustice through advocacy, education, example. Q/A: Successful justice movements.

The Bible.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 59-61

PROPHET AMOS

God's demand for justice and relevance for Christians
Judgment on surrounding nations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Amos' call for justice flowing like waters. Describe what true religion means according to Amos. Analyze relationship between worship and social behavior. Evaluate how Christians can avoid insincere worship.

Bible reading: Amos 5:24 - "Let justice roll down like waters". Discussion: True worship involving whole life commitment. Analysis: Connection between ritual and ethical behavior. Q/A: Ensuring worship reflects genuine faith. Case study: Examples of authentic Christianity.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 63-65

PROPHET AMOS

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

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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 67-68

PROPHET AMOS

Israel's election - Concept, misunderstanding, and God's universal activity
Relevance of election for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define biblical concept of election and covenant relationship. Explain Israel's misunderstanding of divine favor. Describe God's work among all nations. Analyze God's freedom to choose and reject peoples.

Bible reading: Amos 2:9-11, 3:1-2, 9:7. Discussion: Election for service, not privilege. Analysis: "Are you not like Ethiopians to me?" Q/A: God bringing other peoples to their lands. Comparison: True vs. false understanding of election.

The Bible. Covenant relationship info. Chart of God's universal activity. Election concepts comparison.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 72-74

PROPHET AMOS

The Day of the Lord - Expectations vs. reality
Relevance of Day of the Lord for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe Israel's expectations of Day of the Lord. Explain Amos' reversal of popular hopes. Analyze the Day as darkness rather than light. Evaluate cosmic signs and universal mourning.

Bible reading: Amos 5:18-20, 6:3-5, 8:7-13. Discussion: Popular expectation vs. Amos' warning. Analysis: Day of terror for rich oppressors. Metaphor: Escaping lion to meet bear and snake. Description: Eclipse, earthquake, mourning customs.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 75-77

PROPHET AMOS

The remnant concept and restoration promises
Relevance of remnant teaching for Christians
Synthesis of Amos' major teachings

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
PROPHET JEREMIAH

Contemporary applications and Christian discipleship
Background to Prophet Jeremiah - Political context

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Apply Amos' teachings to modern Christian living. Identify ways to promote social justice today. Explain authentic worship vs. religious hypocrisy. Evaluate Christian responsibility in society.

Discussion: Practical applications of Amos' message. Action planning: Promoting justice in community. Analysis: Avoiding religious hypocrisy. Q/A: Church's prophetic role in society. Commitment: Personal response to prophetic calling.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 82-84

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Social and economic background
Religious background and syncretism

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the social conditions in Judah during Jeremiah's time. Explain economic problems and social stratification. Analyze the impact of foreign invasions on society. Evaluate corruption and breakdown of social order.

Discussion: How wars affected Judah's economy and society. Analysis: Rich vs. poor disparity during crisis periods. Q/A: Impact of tribute payments to foreign powers. Case study: Social breakdown during siege conditions.

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The Bible. Information about ancient pagan religions. Pictures of ancient idols. Religious practices comparison chart.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 68-69

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Jeremiah's personal life and family background
Jeremiah's call - The divine encounter
Jeremiah's commission and mission

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

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.

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The Bible. Pictures of almond branches.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 70-71

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Evils addressed by Jeremiah - Necromancy and false prophecy
Dishonesty, human sacrifice, and idolatry

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify the evil practices that Jeremiah condemned. Explain necromancy and consultation of the dead. Describe the problem of false prophecy in Judah. Analyze Jeremiah's confrontation with false prophets like Hananiah.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 14:14, 27:9, 29:8-9. Discussion: Necromancy as forbidden practice in Israel. Analysis: False prophets promising peace without repentance. Case study: Jeremiah vs. Hananiah (Jeremiah 28). Q/A: How to distinguish true from false prophecy.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 74-76

PROPHET JEREMIAH

The Temple Sermon - Content and significance
Reactions to Temple Sermon and relevance for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe Jeremiah's famous Temple Sermon. Explain his call for genuine repentance and reform. Analyze the people's false confidence in the Temple. Evaluate Jeremiah's conditions for remaining in the land.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 7:1-15. Discussion: Context of Temple Sermon delivery. Analysis: "Do not trust in deceptive words: 'This is the temple of the LORD'". Q/A: Conditions for avoiding exile - justice, care for vulnerable, no idolatry. Comparison: Shiloh's destruction as warning.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 78-80

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

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.

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).

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The Bible. Cloth for demonstration. Empty jars for illustration. Symbolic action examples.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 83-85

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Symbolic acts - Celibacy, potter and clay, earthen flask
More symbolic acts - Fig baskets and wooden yoke

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe Jeremiah's commanded celibacy and its meaning. Explain the potter and clay object lesson. Analyze the breaking of the earthen flask. Evaluate how these acts proclaimed judgment.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 16:1-4, 18:1-12, 19:1-15. Discussion: Why Jeremiah was forbidden to marry. Demonstration: Potter working clay to show God's sovereignty. Action: Breaking pottery to symbolize destruction. Q/A: Personal cost of prophetic ministry.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 88-90

PROPHET JEREMIAH

The fall of Jerusalem and exile
Jeremiah's suffering and lamentations - Plots against his life
Jeremiah's isolation, mockery, and torture

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Give a detailed account of Jerusalem's fall in 587 BCE. Describe the siege, destruction, and deportation. Explain Jeremiah's experiences during the fall. Analyze the fulfillment of prophetic warnings.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 39, 52. Historical account: 18-month siege of Jerusalem. Description: Temple destruction, city burning, mass deportation. Discussion: Jeremiah's treatment by Babylonians. Timeline: From first deportation (597) to final destruction (587).

The Bible. Historical accounts of siege. Archaeological evidence. Destruction timeline.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 91-94

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Jeremiah's arrest, trial, and imprisonment
Relevance of Jeremiah's sufferings for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe Jeremiah's arrest for alleged treason. Explain his trial before officials and king. Analyze his defense and acquittal. Evaluate his later imprisonment in various locations.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 26, 37-38. Discussion: Charges of treason for advocating surrender. Analysis: Defense based on divine calling and precedent. Description: Imprisonment in Jonathan's house and muddy cistern. Q/A: How Jeremiah survived long imprisonment.

The Bible. Ancient prison conditions. Trial procedures. Survival testimonies.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 96-97

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Symbolic acts related to hope - Vision of figs and ox-yoke
Letter to exiles and buying land

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe symbolic acts that conveyed hope and restoration. Explain the vision of two baskets of figs (good exiles). Analyze wearing ox-yoke as temporary submission. Evaluate messages of eventual restoration.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 24:1-10, 27:1-22. Discussion: How good figs represented faithful remnant in exile. Analysis: Yoke as temporary burden before freedom. Q/A: Why hope accompanied judgment messages. Comparison: Judgment vs. restoration symbolism.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 98-99

PROPHET JEREMIAH

The New Covenant prophecy
Fulfillment of New Covenant in Christ
Jeremiah's call and its relevance to Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Jeremiah's prophecy of the New Covenant. Describe characteristics of this covenant. Analyze differences from the Mosaic Covenant. Evaluate the spiritual nature of the New Covenant.

Bible reading: Jeremiah 31:31-34. Discussion: Problems with the old covenant. Analysis: "I will write my law on their hearts".

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The Bible. Calling experiences. Divine preparation examples. Service testimonies.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 100-102

PROPHET JEREMIAH

Jeremiah's suffering and Christian discipleship
Hypocrisy in worship and call for repentance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the connection between Jeremiah's suffering and Christian discipleship. Describe the cost of following Christ. Analyze the role of suffering in spiritual growth. Evaluate Jesus' predictions about persecution.

Bible reading: Matthew 10:16-25, John 15:18-21. Discussion: "If they persecuted me, they will persecute you". Analysis: How suffering purifies and strengthens faith. Q/A: Finding meaning and purpose in difficulties.

The Bible.
The Bible. Worship authenticity guides. Repentance examples. Self-examination materials.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 103-104

PROPHET JEREMIAH

New Covenant and Christian life
Judgment, punishment, and divine justice
Hope, restoration, and the righteous king
The Temple and Jerusalem in prophecy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain how Christians live under the New Covenant. Describe the internal nature of God's law. Analyze personal relationship with God. Evaluate the role of the Holy Spirit in covenant life.

Discussion: Law written on hearts vs. stone tablets. Analysis: Individual access to God through Christ. Q/A: Role of Holy Spirit in covenant relationship. Application: Living by internal spiritual principles.

The Bible.
The Bible
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 104-105