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Jesus Has the Power to Forgive Sins – Lesson Plan for Primary Four

Detailed Lesson Plan for Christian Religious Studies

Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary Four
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 3
Age: 9–10 years
Topic: Jesus Has the Power to Forgive Sins
Sub-topic: Sins, Forgiveness, and Jesus’ Power to Forgive
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

  1. Explain the meaning of sin.
  2. Define forgiveness in simple terms.
  3. Identify examples that show Jesus has the power to forgive sins.
  4. Discuss the importance of forgiveness in daily life.
  5. Learn how to apply forgiveness in real-life scenarios.

Keywords

  • Sin
  • Forgiveness
  • Compassion
  • Reconciliation
  • Jesus

Set Induction

Start the lesson by asking pupils the following thought-provoking questions:

  • Have you ever done something wrong and said sorry?
  • How did it feel when someone forgave you?
  • Do you think forgiveness is important?

This will engage the pupils and encourage them to reflect on their personal experiences.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with the concept of good and bad behavior from previous moral and religious lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials

  1. The Holy Bible: Key Bible stories from Luke 15:11-32, Mark 2:1-12, and John 8:1-11.
  2. Visual Aids: Illustrations of the prodigal son, a paralyzed man being healed, and the woman caught in adultery.
  3. Printed Handouts: Definitions and examples of sins and forgiveness.
  4. Interactive Tools: Whiteboard, markers, and activity cards.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Link the lesson to the previous topic, Right Attitude to God’s Revelation, by explaining how having the right attitude helps us seek forgiveness from God.

Embedded Core Skills

  • Communication: Discussing forgiveness openly.
  • Collaboration: Working in groups to act out scenarios.
  • Critical Thinking: Reflecting on the importance of forgiveness.

Reference Books

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary Schools
  • The Holy Bible (New International Version)

Instructional Materials

  • Holy Bible passages
  • Family picture showing reconciliation (e.g., the prodigal son’s return)
  • Flashcards with key terms

Content

1. Definition of Sins

  • Sins are actions or thoughts that go against God’s will or moral laws.
  • Examples include: lying, stealing, cheating, being mean, and disobeying God’s commandments.

2. Definition of Forgiveness

  • Forgiveness means letting go of anger or resentment towards someone who has wronged you.
  • It allows healing and shows kindness and understanding.

3. Biblical Examples of Jesus Forgiving Sins

  • The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32): The father forgives his son for wasting his inheritance, showing God’s love and willingness to forgive.
  • The Paralyzed Man (Mark 2:1-12): Jesus forgives the man’s sins before healing his body, demonstrating his divine authority.
  • The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 8:1-11): Jesus forgives her and teaches the importance of mercy and repentance.

4. Importance of Forgiveness

  • Builds better relationships.
  • Promotes inner peace and healing.
  • Encourages compassion and understanding.

Examples

  1. A child who lies but apologizes and changes their behavior.
  2. A friend who forgives another for breaking a promise.
  3. Jesus forgiving Peter for denying him.
  4. The father in the prodigal son story.
  5. Jesus’ act of forgiving the woman caught in adultery.

Evaluation

Fill-in-the-blank Questions (with options):

  1. Forgiveness means letting go of _______. (a) anger, (b) joy, (c) happiness, (d) success
  2. Sins are actions that go against _______. (a) God’s will, (b) society, (c) rules, (d) friendship
  3. Jesus forgave the _______ in Mark 2:1-12. (a) rich man, (b) paralyzed man, (c) Pharisee, (d) blind man
  4. The prodigal son’s father showed _______ by welcoming him back. (a) anger, (b) forgiveness, (c) pride, (d) sadness
  5. Forgiveness helps to build better _______. (a) arguments, (b) relationships, (c) rules, (d) mistakes

(Continue with 10 similar questions.)

Class Activity Discussion

FAQs with Answers:

  1. What is a sin? A sin is an action or thought that goes against God’s will.
  2. What is forgiveness? Forgiveness means letting go of anger or resentment.
  3. Why is forgiveness important? It helps us grow, heal, and improve relationships.
  4. Who has the power to forgive sins? Jesus has the power to forgive sins.
  5. What lesson can we learn from the prodigal son’s story? God always forgives when we repent.
    (Continue with 10 more FAQs.)

Lesson Presentation

Revision (5 minutes):

  • Recap the previous topic, Right Attitude to God’s Revelation.

Introduction (10 minutes):

  • Introduce sins and forgiveness.
  • Discuss why forgiveness is important, using relatable examples.

Activity (20 minutes):

  • Group discussions and role-playing scenarios of forgiveness.
  • Reading Bible stories and discussing their lessons.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

  • Summarize the importance of forgiveness and Jesus’ power to forgive sins.

Evaluation Questions (Short Answer)

  1. What are sins?
  2. What is forgiveness?
  3. Why is forgiveness important?
  4. Name one story where Jesus forgave sins.
  5. Who has the power to forgive sins?
    Conclusion to

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to mark pupils’ work, provides feedback, and encourages them to practice forgiveness daily.

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