The Holy Spirit Comforts Us Christian Religious Studies Primary 5 Second Term
Christian Religious Studies Primary 5 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 6
Topic: The Holy Spirit Comforts Us
Sub-topic: Ways the Holy Spirit Provides Comfort to Christians
Duration: 40 minutes
Class: Primary 5
Age: 10-11 years
Term: Second Term
Week: 6
Behavioral Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define comfort and explain the role of the Holy Spirit as the Comforter.
- Identify situations where Christians need comfort.
- Mention examples from the Bible where the Holy Spirit provided comfort.
Keywords:
- Comfort
- Peace
- Hope
- Strength
- Holy Spirit
Set Induction:
Ask students if they have ever felt sad or worried and needed someone to encourage them. Explain that the Holy Spirit helps and comforts Christians in times of trouble.
Entry Behavior:
Students should already know that the Holy Spirit helps and inspires Christians.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Bible
- Flashcards (illustrating comforting scenarios)
- Chalkboard/Whiteboard
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
- Refer to previous lessons on how the Holy Spirit helps and inspires Christians to explain that the Holy Spirit also provides comfort during difficult times.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Critical thinking
Learning Materials:
- Bible Passages: John 14:26, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Acts 16:25-26
- Flashcards: Scenarios showing the Holy Spirit comforting Bible characters (e.g., Paul and Silas in prison).
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- “Christian Religious Studies for Primary Schools” by Adebayo & Adeyemo
Instructional Materials:
- Bible
- Flashcards
- Chalkboard/Whiteboard
Content:
- What is Comfort?
- Comfort means relief from sadness, worry, or pain.
- The Holy Spirit comforts Christians by giving them peace, hope, and strength during hard times.
- The Holy Spirit as the Comforter:
- Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would comfort His followers (John 14:26).
- The Holy Spirit reminds Christians of God’s love and faithfulness.
- Situations Where Christians Need Comfort:
- When they lose loved ones.
- When they face challenges or problems.
- When they are scared or worried about the future.
- When they feel lonely or rejected.
- Examples of the Holy Spirit Providing Comfort in the Bible:
- Paul and Silas in Prison: The Holy Spirit comforted them, and they sang praises to God (Acts 16:25-26).
- The Early Disciples: They received peace and courage after Jesus’ ascension (John 14:27).
- Stephen: The Holy Spirit comforted him as he faced persecution (Acts 7:55-56).
- Importance of the Holy Spirit’s Comfort:
- Helps Christians remain strong in their faith.
- Gives peace of mind during difficult times.
- Encourages hope and trust in God.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options:
- Comfort means relief from __________.
a) Happiness
b) Sadness
c) Success
d) Joy - The Holy Spirit is also called the __________.
a) Helper
b) Comforter
c) Teacher
d) Preacher - Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would __________ His followers.
a) Guide
b) Punish
c) Comfort
d) Ignore - The Holy Spirit gives Christians __________ during hard times.
a) Fear
b) Peace
c) Anger
d) Doubt - Paul and Silas sang praises in __________ because of the Holy Spirit’s comfort.
a) Jail
b) Church
c) School
d) Hospital - The Holy Spirit gives Christians __________ to remain strong in their faith.
a) Weakness
b) Hope
c) Doubt
d) Fear - __________ received courage from the Holy Spirit during persecution.
a) Peter
b) Stephen
c) Jonah
d) Elijah - The Holy Spirit reminds Christians of God’s __________.
a) Anger
b) Love
c) Judgments
d) Punishments - The Holy Spirit gives comfort to Christians who feel __________.
a) Rich
b) Lonely
c) Popular
d) Busy - The Holy Spirit helps Christians during __________ times.
a) Easy
b) Difficult
c) Fun
d) Short
FAQ with Answers for Class Activity Discussion:
- What does comfort mean?
- Answer: Comfort means relief from sadness, worry, or pain.
- Who is the Comforter?
- Answer: The Holy Spirit.
- What does the Holy Spirit give Christians during difficult times?
- Answer: Peace, hope, and strength.
- What did Paul and Silas do in prison?
- Answer: They sang praises to God because the Holy Spirit comforted them.
- Who promised the Holy Spirit to comfort Christians?
- Answer: Jesus Christ.
- Why do Christians need comfort?
- Answer: To remain strong during challenges, sadness, or fear.
- What does the Holy Spirit remind Christians of?
- Answer: God’s love and faithfulness.
- How did the Holy Spirit help Stephen?
- Answer: The Holy Spirit comforted him during persecution.
- What is one important role of the Holy Spirit?
- Answer: To comfort and strengthen Christians.
- What does the Holy Spirit give Christians who feel lonely?
- Answer: Comfort and hope.
Presentation:
- Step 1 (Revision of the Previous Topic):
- The teacher revises the previous lesson on how the Holy Spirit helps Christians.
- Step 2 (Introduction of the New Topic):
- The teacher explains the meaning of comfort and how the Holy Spirit provides comfort to Christians.
- Step 3 (Student Contributions and Corrections):
- Students share situations where they need comfort, and the teacher explains how the Holy Spirit provides comfort in those situations.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Define comfort and explain the role of the Holy Spirit as the Comforter.
- Use Bible stories to illustrate the Holy Spirit providing comfort.
- Encourage students to share personal experiences of finding comfort through prayer.
Learner’s Activities:
- Listen and ask questions.
- Share examples of times when they needed comfort.
- Participate in discussions and answer questions.
Assessment:
- Evaluate students’ understanding through their contributions.
- Check correct answers to the fill-in-the-blank questions.
- Assess students’ ability to explain how the Holy Spirit comforts Christians.
Evaluation Questions:
- What does comfort mean?
- Who is called the Comforter?
- What does the Holy Spirit give Christians during challenges?
- Why is the Holy Spirit’s comfort important?
- What did Paul and Silas do in prison because of the Holy Spirit?
- Who was comforted by the Holy Spirit during persecution?
- What does the Holy Spirit remind Christians of?
- Mention a Bible passage about the Holy Spirit’s comfort.
- How does the Holy Spirit help Christians during loneliness?
- Why do Christians need the Holy Spirit’s comfort?
Conclusion:
The teacher concludes by emphasizing the Holy Spirit’s role in providing peace, hope, and strength during difficult times. Students are encouraged to pray and rely on the Holy Spirit for comfort in their lives.