Subject: Christian Religious Studies (CRS)

Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS 1)

Term: First Term

Week: Week 11

Instructional Materials:

• The Holy Bible

Reference Materials

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum

Previous Knowledge:

The pupils have previous knowledge of

JESUS CHRIST THE SON OF GOD. Rom.8:3, 17, 32

Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, the learners will be able to

• discuss the qualities that distinguish Jesus Christ the Son of God. Rom.8:3, 17, 32
• explain the reasons why Christians are also children of God. Rom.8:1-39, 4:6,7; Eph.5:3

Content: 

WEEK 11

DATE: …………………………….

TOPIC: SON SHIP

BIBLICAL REFERENCES: Rom.8:3, 17,32 .8:1-39, 4:6,7; Eph.5:3

CONTENTS:

1.     Right and responsibilities as children of God

2.     Right as citizens of Nigeria.

SUB-TOPIC 1: RIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS CHILDREN OF GOD

As children of God, we have the following rights and responsibilities

1.     Right to the Grace of God as long as we serve Him wholeheartedly

2.     God’s love and protection.

3.     We are to be God’s representative on earth by bearing light to the world because Christians are light and salt of the world.

4.     We are to reject and denounce Satan by forsaking and avoiding evil deeds.

5.     Being our brothers’ keeper by helping the poor, the needy, the handicapped and less privilege in the society.

6.     Preaching and spreading of the gospel message in other to bring others to Christianity.

7.     Active participation in church programs, giving and donating toward the growth of Christianity.

8.     Holy living because God is holy.

1. As children of God, we have the right to receive His grace as long as we serve Him wholeheartedly.

2. We are loved and protected by God.

3. We are to be God’s representatives on earth by bearing light to the world because Christians are light and salt of the world.

4. We are to reject and denounce Satan by forsaking and avoiding evil deeds.

5. Being our brothers’ keeper by helping the poor, the needy, the handicapped and less privilege in the society.6. Preaching and spreading of the gospel message in other to bring others to Christianity.

7. Active participation in church programs, giving and donating toward the growth of Christianity.

8. Holy living because God is holy.

1. What are our rights as children of God?

2. What are our responsibilities as children of God?

3. How can we receive the grace of God?

4. How can we be effective representatives of God on earth?

5. What does it mean to be holy?

1. As children of God, we have the right to receive His grace as long as we serve Him wholeheartedly.

2. We are loved and protected by God.

3. We are to be God’s representatives on earth by bearing light to the world because Christians are light and salt of the world.

4. We are to reject and denounce Satan by forsaking and avoiding evil deeds.

5. Being our brothers’ keeper by helping the poor, the needy, the handicapped and less privilege in the society.6. Preaching and spreading of the gospel message in other to bring others to Christianity.

7. Active participation in church programs, giving and donating toward the growth of Christianity.

8. Holy living because God is holy.

1. Our rights as children of God include receiving His grace and being loved and protected by Him.

2. Our responsibilities as children of God include being representatives of Him on earth, rejecting Satan, and helping those in need.

3. We can receive the grace of God by serving Him wholeheartedly.

4. We can be effective representatives of God on earth by bearing light to the world and living holy lives.

5. To be holy means to be set apart for God and to live in a way that pleases Him.

EVALUATION:

1.     List five rights of God’s children.

2.     State three responsibilities of God children.

SUB-TOPIC 2: RIGHT AS CITIZENS OF NIGERIA.

We enjoy certain rights as humans for been citizens of a country. These rights are:

1.     Freedom of religion/association: we have the right to join or belong to any association without any hindrance.

2.     Freedom of movement: As citizen of a country, we can live and travel to any part of the country as long we are law abiding.

3.     Freedom of Speech: we have the right to express ourselves (views and constructive criticism) without any molestation.

4.     Freedom of Education: Every child has the right to education especially basic education (primary and secondary education).

5.     Right to life: Nobody has the right to take someone’s life.

6.     Freedom from child abuse.

7.     Right to vote and be voted for: Anyone who has attain the age of eighteen years and above has the right to take part in election. He can vote and can also be voted for in an election.

8.     Right to fair hearing.

9.     Right to ownership of property.

10. Right to dignity.

11. Right to freedom from discrimination for the reason of sex, tribe, religion or political opinion and association.

EVALUATION:

1.     List five rights of a citizen.

2.     Explain the rights of a citizen listed above.

GENERAL EVALUATION:

1.     Mention three rights of God’s children.

2.     List five rights of a Nigerian citizen.

3.     Explain two rights of a citizen.

4.     List three responsibilities of God’s children.

WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT

1.     All the following are the rights of a Nigerian citizen except (a) freedom of education (b) freedom of movement (c) freedom of fighting (d) right to vote and be voted for.

2.     As a Christian one of your responsibility is (a) stealing (b) preaching (c) quarrelling (d) disobedience.

3.     Rights are————– citizens enjoy.(a) opportunities (b) benefits (c) dividend (d) gratuity

ESSAY QUESTIONS:

1.     Define responsibility.

2.     Outline three rights and three responsibilities of a Christian.

PRE- READING ASSIGNMENT:

Study and solve past questions on Christian Religious Studies for examination purpose. Pick one or two essay questions and write out their answers. Also pick five objective questions and answer them accordingly. Try as much as possible to use Christian Religious Studies vocabulary in your answers. Remember that you will be examined based on what you have been taught and not what you can read from other sources. Consult your teacher/tutor for guidance if need be.

DUE DATE: NEXT WEEK SUNDAY. ENSURE YOU COMPLY. GOD BLESS YOU AS YOU WORK ON THIS ASSIGNMENT. REMAIN BLESSED. amen.

1. Define responsibility.

2. Outline three rights and three responsibilities of a Christian.

REFERENCE TEXTS:

1. Melrose Christian religious studies for senior secondary schools 1. By L. O Udokporo et al

2.  Round-up Christian religious knowledge, a complete guide for senior secondary certificate, University matriculation and PCE Examinations. By A.E.Izuchukwu et al

Presentation

The topic is presented step by step

Step 1:

The subject teacher revises the previous topics

Step 2.

He introduces the new topic

Step 3:

The subject teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the need arises.

Conclusion :

The subject 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.