THE BEATITUDES (MATTHEW 5 VERSES 1 TO 12 )
Subject:
Christian Religious Knowledge
Term:
First Term
Week:
Week 11
Class:
JSS 2 / BASIC 8
Previous lesson: Pupils have previous knowledge of
JESUS CHRIST CAME TO THE WORLD TO SAVE THE SINNERS
that was taught in their previous lesson
Topic:
THE BEATITUDES (MATTHEW 5 VERSES 1 TO 12 )
Behavioural objectives: At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
- define the beatitudes
- list the blessings that are attached to the beatitudes
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 Beatitudes are a set of eight principles that Jesus taught his followers. They are found in the Sermon on the Mount, which is recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.
The Beatitudes can be summarized as follows:
1. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for they will inherit the kingdom of heaven.
2. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
3. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
4. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.
5. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
6. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
7. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.
8. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
These principles can guide our lives as we strive to follow Jesus Christ. As we live according to these truths, we can find joy and peace, even in the midst of trials and challenges.
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
Evaluation
- What are the beatitudes?
- What do they mean?
- How can we apply them to our lives?
- Which one is your favorite?
- Why?
Conclusion
The class teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out a 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 makes the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
