The Holy Spirit Christian Religious Studies Primary 5 Second Term Lesson

Christian Religious Studies Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 3
Topic: The Holy Spirit
Sub-topic: The Role and Importance of the Holy Spirit in Christian Life
Duration: 40 minutes
Class: Primary 5
Age: 10-11 years
Term: Second Term
Week: 3

Behavioral Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Explain who the Holy Spirit is.
2. List the roles of the Holy Spirit in a Christian’s life.
3. Describe how the Holy Spirit helps Christians live a godly life.

Keywords:

• Holy Spirit
• Comforter
• Counselor
• Helper
• Spirit of God

Set Induction:

Begin the lesson by asking students what they think the Holy Spirit does for Christians. Show an illustration of a dove, symbolizing the Holy Spirit, to capture their attention.

Entry Behavior:

Students should already know about the Day of Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Bible
• Flashcards (illustrations of a dove and a flame)
• Chalkboard/Whiteboard

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Refer to the previous lesson on the Day of Pentecost to remind students of how the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples and empowered them.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication
• Critical thinking
• Listening and comprehension

Learning Materials:

• Bible Passages: John 14:16-17, Acts 2:1-4, Galatians 5:22-23
• Flashcards: Images of symbols of the Holy Spirit (dove, flame, wind).

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• “Christian Religious Studies for Primary Schools” by Adebayo & Adeyemo

Instructional Materials:

• Bible
• Flashcards
• Chalkboard/Whiteboard

Content:

1. Who is the Holy Spirit?
   • The Holy Spirit is the third person in the Trinity (God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit).
   • The Holy Spirit is also called the Comforter, Counselor, and Helper.
2. Roles of the Holy Spirit:
   • Guide: The Holy Spirit guides Christians in making godly decisions.
   • Teacher: He helps Christians understand the Word of God (the Bible).
   • Comforter: The Holy Spirit comforts believers in times of trouble or sadness.
   • Helper: He helps Christians pray and live according to God’s will.
   • Empowerer: The Holy Spirit gives boldness and strength to share the gospel.
   • Producer of Good Fruits: The Holy Spirit helps Christians show love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).
3. Importance of the Holy Spirit in a Christian’s Life:
   • Helps Christians grow spiritually.
   • Gives believers the power to resist temptation.
   • Teaches Christians to love and forgive others.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options:

1. The Holy Spirit is the __________ person in the Trinity.
   a) First
   b) Second
   c) Third
   d) Fourth
2. The Holy Spirit is also called the __________.
   a) Comforter
   b) Teacher
   c) Angel
   d) Prophet
3. The Holy Spirit came upon the disciples on the Day of __________.
   a) Christmas
   b) Easter
   c) Pentecost
   d) Passover
4. The Holy Spirit helps Christians to __________.
   a) Steal
   b) Lie
   c) Pray
   d) Cheat
5. The fruits of the Spirit include __________.
   a) Love and joy
   b) Hatred and anger
   c) Laziness and pride
   d) Jealousy and greed
6. The Holy Spirit is also called the Spirit of __________.
   a) Man
   b) God
   c) Angels
   d) Prophets
7. The Holy Spirit helps Christians to resist __________.
   a) Temptation
   b) Friendship
   c) Learning
   d) Truth
8. The Holy Spirit empowers Christians to share the __________.
   a) Bible
   b) Gospel
   c) Laws
   d) Commandments
9. The Holy Spirit comforts Christians in times of __________.
   a) Joy
   b) Trouble
   c) Celebration
   d) Party
10. Galatians 5:22-23 lists the __________ of the Spirit.
    a) Gifts
    b) Fruits
    c) Commands
    d) Laws

FAQ with Answers for Class Activity Discussion:

1. Who is the Holy Spirit?
   • Answer: The Holy Spirit is the third person in the Trinity.
2. What are some names for the Holy Spirit?
   • Answer: Comforter, Counselor, Helper, Spirit of God.
3. When did the Holy Spirit first come upon the disciples?
   • Answer: On the Day of Pentecost.
4. How does the Holy Spirit help Christians?
   • Answer: He guides, comforts, and strengthens them.
5. What are the fruits of the Spirit?
   • Answer: Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
6. Where can we find the fruits of the Spirit in the Bible?
   • Answer: Galatians 5:22-23.
7. What does the Holy Spirit teach Christians?
   • Answer: To live according to God’s will and understand the Bible.
8. How does the Holy Spirit comfort Christians?
   • Answer: By giving peace and strength in difficult times.
9. What does the Holy Spirit empower Christians to do?
   • Answer: Share the gospel and resist temptation.
10. What role does the Holy Spirit play in prayer?
    • Answer: The Holy Spirit helps Christians pray.

Presentation:

1. Step 1 (Revision of the Previous Topic):
   • The teacher revises the Day of Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples.
2. Step 2 (Introduction of the New Topic):
   • The teacher explains who the Holy Spirit is and why He is important in a Christian’s life.
3. Step 3 (Student Contributions and Corrections):
   • Students share their understanding of the Holy Spirit, and the teacher provides corrections and additional explanations.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain the roles and importance of the Holy Spirit.
• Read and discuss Bible passages about the Holy Spirit.
• Use visual aids to enhance understanding.
• Ask thought-provoking questions.

Learner’s Activities:

• Listen and ask questions for clarification.
• Participate in class discussions.
• Answer fill-in-the-blank questions.

Assessment:

• Evaluate students’ participation in discussions.
• Check correct answers to the fill-in-the-blank questions.
• Observe students’ ability to explain the roles of the Holy Spirit.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Who is the Holy Spirit?
2. Name two roles of the Holy Spirit.
3. Mention two fruits of the Holy Spirit.
4. What is the Holy Spirit also called?
5. Where can we find the fruits of the Spirit in the Bible?
6. How does the Holy Spirit help Christians pray?
7. Why is the Holy Spirit called the Comforter?
8. What does the Holy Spirit help Christians understand?
9. Mention one way the Holy Spirit empowers Christians.
10. How does the Holy Spirit help Christians resist temptation?

Conclusion:

The teacher summarizes the lesson by emphasizing the Holy Spirit’s roles as a guide, comforter, and teacher. Students are encouraged to ask God for the Holy Spirit’s help in their daily lives.