Jesus Prays to the Father – Lesson Plan for Primary 4
Lesson Plan: Jesus Prays to the Father
Learn about Jesus praying to the Father in this detailed lesson plan for Primary 4. Includes objectives, activities, evaluation, and FAQs.
Lesson Details
- Subject: Christian Religious Studies
- Class: Primary Four
- Term: Second Term
- Week: Week 8
- Age: 8-9 years
- Topic: Jesus Prays to the Father
- Sub-topic: The Meaning and Importance of Prayer
- Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of prayer.
- State why Jesus prayed.
- List the content of Jesus’ prayer.
Keywords
- Prayer
- Communication
- Gratitude
- Forgiveness
- Petition
Set Induction
Begin the lesson by asking pupils:
- “Have you ever prayed before?”
- “What do you say when you pray?”
Write their responses on the board and explain that prayer is talking to God.
Entry Behavior
Pupils are familiar with basic conversations and expressing their feelings to friends or family.
Learning Resources and Materials
- The Holy Bible (e.g., Mark 1:35, 1 Timothy 2:8, Psalm 100:4).
- A chart with the Lord’s Prayer.
- Visual aids (pictures of people praying).
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
Ask pupils to recall times when they felt thankful, needed help, or said sorry. Relate these feelings to prayer.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication and collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Creativity
Instructional Materials
- Bible verses: Mark 1:35, 1 Timothy 2:8
- The Lord’s Prayer chart
- Whiteboard and marker
Content
What is Prayer?
- Definition: Prayer is a way of talking to God.
- Explanation: It is like having a conversation with someone who cares for us.
- Forms of Prayer:
- Gratitude: Thanking God for blessings.
- Petition: Asking God for help or guidance.
- Forgiveness: Saying sorry for wrongdoings.
- Praise: Honoring God for His greatness.
Examples of Prayer
- “Thank you, God, for my family.” (Gratitude)
- “Please, God, help me with my homework.” (Petition)
- “I’m sorry for disobeying my parents.” (Forgiveness)
- “God, You are wonderful for creating the world.” (Praise)
- “Lord, guide me in making good choices.” (Petition)
Why Did Jesus Pray?
- To set an example for us.
- To communicate with God.
- To seek guidance.
The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13)
“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name…”
Learning Activities
- Pupils, in groups, discuss the importance of prayer.
- Pupils list the contents of Jesus’ prayer with a partner.
- Pupils recite the Lord’s Prayer together.
Evaluation
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- Prayer is a way of __________ with God.
a) Talking b) Fighting c) Ignoring - The Lord’s Prayer is also called __________.
a) Pater Noster b) Hail Mary c) Ten Commandments - Jesus prayed to __________ God.
a) Communicate with b) Hide from c) Avoid - A prayer of gratitude is when we __________.
a) Thank God b) Ask for help c) Say sorry - Mark 1:35 shows Jesus praying __________.
a) Early in the morning b) At night c) During a feast - Jesus prayed to set an __________ for us.
a) Example b) Law c) Warning - The Lord’s Prayer asks for daily __________.
a) Bread b) Water c) Money - Prayer helps us connect with __________.
a) God b) Animals c) Nature - Psalm 100:4 talks about __________ God.
a) Praising b) Ignoring c) Judging - A prayer of petition is when we __________.
a) Ask for something b) Thank God c) Apologize
FAQs for Class Discussion
- What is prayer?
- Answer: Talking to God.
- Why do people pray?
- Answer: To thank God, ask for help, or seek forgiveness.
- Who did Jesus pray to?
- Answer: God the Father.
- What is the Lord’s Prayer?
- Answer: A model prayer taught by Jesus.
- Why did Jesus go to quiet places to pray?
- Answer: To avoid distractions.
- What does 1 Timothy 2:8 encourage?
- Answer: Praying for everyone.
- How many sections are in the Lord’s Prayer?
- Answer: Six sections.
- What does prayer teach us about God?
- Answer: That He listens and cares.
- Can anyone pray?
- Answer: Yes.
- What does the prayer of forgiveness ask for?
- Answer: To be forgiven for sins.
Evaluation Questions
- What is prayer?
- Why did Jesus pray?
- Who did Jesus pray to?
- What is the first line of the Lord’s Prayer?
- Name two types of prayer.
- Why do people say a prayer of gratitude?
- Where is the Lord’s Prayer found in the Bible?
- What does Mark 1:35 say about Jesus?
- What does 1 Timothy 2:8 teach about prayer?
- Why is prayer important?
Conclusion
The teacher goes around to mark pupils’ work, reviews their answers, and provides feedback. Encourage pupils to practice praying at home.
Assignment
- Write down the Lord’s Prayer in your notebook.
- Explain why Jesus prayed.
- List three types of prayer and give an example of each.