Call to Repentance Paul, David CRS JSS 1
Subject :
Christin Religious Studies
Term :
Second Term Lesson Notes
Week:
Week 8
Class :
Jss 2
Previous lesson :
The pupils have previous knowledge of
Topic :
Call to Repentance Paul, David CRS JSS 1
Instructional Materials :
- Wall charts
- Pictures
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
Methods of Teaching :
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
Reference Materials :
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Workbooks
Content :
The call of Paul is a remarkable story of transformation. Originally known as Saul, he was a fierce opponent of early Christians. One day, as he journeyed to Damascus, a bright light surrounded him, and he heard a voice asking, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?”
Blinded by the light, Saul realized it was Jesus calling him. This encounter led to a profound change in Saul’s life. He embraced the teachings of Jesus, underwent a spiritual transformation, and became known as Paul. From that moment on, Paul dedicated his life to spreading the message of Christianity, emphasizing repentance and the love of God.
This narrative illustrates the powerful impact of a call to repentance and the possibility of positive change in one’s life.
- The call of ______ is a remarkable story of transformation.
- a) David
- b) Peter
- c) Paul
- d) John
- Originally known as _______, Paul was a fierce opponent of early Christians.
- a) Samuel
- b) Saul
- c) Timothy
- d) Nathan
- As Paul journeyed to _______, he experienced a life-changing event.
- a) Jerusalem
- b) Antioch
- c) Damascus
- d) Rome
- A bright ______ surrounded Saul during his encounter on the road.
- a) darkness
- b) cloud
- c) light
- d) storm
- The voice Saul heard asked, “Saul, Saul, why are you ______ me?”
- a) following
- b) persecuting
- c) ignoring
- d) praising
- Blinded by the light, Saul realized it was ______ calling him.
- a) Peter
- b) Jesus
- c) James
- d) Mark
- The encounter with Jesus led to a profound change, and Saul embraced the teachings of ______.
- a) Moses
- b) Abraham
- c) Jesus
- d) Isaiah
- From that moment on, Saul became known as ______.
- a) Stephen
- b) James
- c) Paul
- d) Andrew
- Paul dedicated his life to spreading the ______ of Christianity.
- a) teachings
- b) rules
- c) laws
- d) stories
- Paul emphasized the importance of ______ in his teachings.
- a) arrogance
- b) humility
- c) stubbornness
- d) ignorance
- The call of Paul highlights the possibility of positive ______ in one’s life.
- a) stagnation
- b) transformation
- c) resistance
- d) decline
- The event on the road to Damascus illustrates the powerful impact of a call to ______.
- a) success
- b) repentance
- c) rebellion
- d) pride
- Paul believed that repentance leads to a closer connection with ______.
- a) wealth
- b) power
- c) God
- d) fame
- What city did Paul journey to when he had his transformative encounter?
- a) Rome
- b) Jerusalem
- c) Antioch
- d) Damascus
- The voice Saul heard on the road asked him why he was ______ Christians.
- a) helping
- b) ignoring
- c) persecuting
- d) praising
The call to repentance for David is a compelling story found in the Bible, particularly in the book of 2 Samuel. David, a king known for his virtues and flaws, faced a moment of moral crisis. His affair with Bathsheba and the subsequent events led to a divine intervention calling him to repentance.
The narrative unfolds in 2 Samuel 12, where the prophet Nathan delivers God’s message to David. Nathan uses a clever parable about a rich man and a poor man’s lamb to make David realize the gravity of his actions. When David becomes indignant about the rich man’s injustice, Nathan reveals, “You are the man!”
This revelation serves as a profound call to repentance for David. In response, David acknowledges his sin, saying, “I have sinned against the Lord” (2 Samuel 12:13). Nathan assures David of God’s forgiveness but also foretells the consequences of his actions.
David’s sincere repentance is captured in Psalm 51, believed to be written after this incident. In Psalm 51:10, David pleads with God, saying, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.” This reflects the depth of his remorse and the desire for spiritual renewal.
The call to repentance in David’s story serves as a powerful example of God’s mercy and the transformative nature of genuine contrition. It emphasizes the possibility of redemption even after significant moral failures.
- Nathan delivered God’s message to David in the book of ________.
- a) 1 Samuel
- b) 2 Samuel
- c) 1 Kings
- d) 2 Kings
- Nathan used a ________ to convey God’s message to David.
- a) Parable
- b) Proclamation
- c) Poem
- d) Prayer
- The rich man and poor man’s lamb parable was used to make David realize the ________ of his actions.
- a) Insignificance
- b) Impact
- c) Severity
- d) Unimportance
- When David becomes indignant, Nathan reveals, “________!”
- a) You are the one!
- b) You are innocent!
- c) You are forgiven!
- d) You are excused!
- In 2 Samuel 12:13, David acknowledges his sin, saying, “I have sinned against the ________.”
- a) People
- b) Prophet
- c) Lord
- d) Kingdom
- Nathan assures David of God’s forgiveness but foretells the ________ of his actions.
- a) Rewards
- b) Blessings
- c) Consequences
- d) Achievements
- David’s sincere repentance is expressed in ________.
- a) Proverbs
- b) Psalms
- c) Ecclesiastes
- d) Isaiah
- In Psalm 51:10, David pleads with God to “create in me a ________ heart.”
- a) Pure
- b) Wicked
- c) Divided
- d) Proud
- Psalm 51 reflects the depth of David’s ________ and desire for spiritual renewal.
- a) Pride
- b) Remorse
- c) Joy
- d) Achievement
- The call to repentance in David’s story emphasizes the possibility of ________ after moral failures.
- a) Redemption
- b) Retribution
- c) Rejection
- d) Rebellion
- Nathan’s message to David is a powerful example of God’s ________.
- a) Judgment
- b) Wrath
- c) Mercy
- d) Indifference
- The call to repentance in David’s story highlights the transformative nature of genuine ________.
- a) Satisfaction
- b) Contrition
- c) Celebration
- d) Ambition
- The event in 2 Samuel 12 illustrates that even great leaders like David are susceptible to ________.
- a) Infallibility
- b) Perfection
- c) Sin
- d) Immortality
- David’s acknowledgment of sin in 2 Samuel 12:13 serves as a model of ________.
- a) Arrogance
- b) Humility
- c) Ignorance
- d) Indifference
- Nathan’s revelation to David in 2 Samuel 12 demonstrates the role of ________ in guiding leaders.
- a) Kingship
- b) Prophecy
- c) Law
- d) Wisdom
Presentation
The topic is presented step by step
Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics
Step 2.
He introduces the new topic
Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise
Conclusion
The class teacher wraps up or conclude the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
Evaluation
- Explain the significance of Nathan using a parable to convey God’s message to David. How does this storytelling method impact the understanding of David’s actions?
- Mention the consequences Nathan foretold regarding David’s actions. How did these consequences reflect the severity of David’s transgressions?
- Write out Psalm 51:10, where David pleads with God to “create in me a clean heart.” Explain the emotions and sentiments conveyed in this verse.
- What is the central theme of Psalm 51, and how does it reflect David’s response to the call to repentance?
- Explain the role of Nathan as a prophet in delivering God’s message to David. How did Nathan contribute to the unfolding of the repentance narrative?
- Mention two specific actions or events in David’s life that led to Nathan delivering the call to repentance. How did these actions contribute to the need for repentance?
- Write out 2 Samuel 12:13, where David acknowledges his sin, and provide an analysis of the language used by David to express his remorse.
- What is the connection between David’s acknowledgment of sin and the concept of humility? Explain how humility plays a role in the repentance process.
- Explain the role of God’s forgiveness in the overall narrative of David’s call to repentance. How does God’s forgiveness impact David’s journey?
- Mention one lesson that can be derived from the call to repentance in David’s story. How does this lesson contribute to the broader understanding of repentance in religious teachings?
Saul’s repentance, baptism and conversion
