Evidence of Prayer and Bible Examples | Primary 2

Lesson Plan

Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 2
Age: 7 years
Topic: Evidence of Prayer and People that Prayed in the Bible
Sub-topic: Examples of Prayers in the Bible and Their Results
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Define prayer and explain its importance.
2. Identify at least five people who prayed in the Bible.
3. Mention the outcomes of their prayers.

Keywords

• Prayer
• Evidence
• Results
• Faith

Set Induction

The teacher will start by asking the pupils, “Have you ever prayed before? What did you pray for?” Pupils will share their experiences.

Entry Behavior

Pupils know about the importance of talking to God and may have personal experiences with prayer.

Learning Resources and Materials

• The Holy Bible (Children’s Version)
• Story charts with pictures of people praying in the Bible
• Flashcards showing examples of prayer

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher will remind the pupils about last week’s lesson on “Welcome Test” and ask how obedience and faith relate to prayer.

Embedded Core Skills

• Listening
• Speaking
• Problem-solving

Learning Materials

• Bible storybooks
• Charts with biblical illustrations

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• The Holy Bible

Instructional Materials

• Flashcards
• Bible stories
• Markers

Content

Definition and Explanation

1. Prayer:
   • Talking to God.
   • A way to ask God for help, give thanks, or praise Him.
2. Evidence of Prayer in the Bible:
   • Many people in the Bible prayed and God answered their prayers.

Examples of People that Prayed in the Bible

1. Hannah:
   • Prayed for a child.
   • God gave her Samuel (1 Samuel 1:27).
2. Daniel:
   • Prayed for protection in the lion’s den.
   • God saved him (Daniel 6:22).
3. Elijah:
   • Prayed for rain after a long drought.
   • God sent rain (1 Kings 18:41-45).
4. Jesus:
   • Prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane.
   • God gave Him strength (Luke 22:39-43).
5. Paul and Silas:
   • Prayed and sang in prison.
   • God caused an earthquake, and they were freed (Acts 16:25-26).

Presentation Steps

Step 1: Teacher Revises the Previous Topic
The teacher reminds the pupils of the last lesson on “Welcome Test” and discusses the importance of faith and obedience.

Step 2: Teacher Introduces the New Topic
The teacher introduces the new topic: “Evidence of Prayer and People that Prayed in the Bible.”

Step 3: Teacher Engages the Pupils
The teacher shares Bible stories of people who prayed, asking pupils to mention what they learned from the stories.

Step 4: Teacher Corrects and Guides
The teacher explains any unclear points and emphasizes the outcomes of prayer in the Bible.

Teacher’s Activities

1. Explain the meaning of prayer and its importance.
2. Share Bible stories about people who prayed.
3. Ask pupils questions to ensure understanding.

Learners’ Activities

1. Listen to Bible stories.
2. Identify people who prayed in the Bible.
3. Answer questions during the discussion.

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is prayer?
   • Answer: Talking to God.
2. Who prayed for a child in the Bible?
   • Answer: Hannah.
3. What happened when Daniel prayed in the lion’s den?
   • Answer: God protected him.
4. Who prayed for rain in the Bible?
   • Answer: Elijah.
5. Where did Jesus pray for strength?
   • Answer: The Garden of Gethsemane.
6. Who prayed and sang in prison?
   • Answer: Paul and Silas.
7. What happened when Paul and Silas prayed?
   • Answer: An earthquake freed them.
8. Why do people pray?
   • Answer: To talk to God and ask for help.
9. What does prayer show?
   • Answer: Faith in God.
10. Can God answer prayers?
    • Answer: Yes.

Evaluation Questions

1. Hannah prayed for a ____.
   • a) Car
   • b) Child
   • c) House
   • d) Job
     (Correct answer: b)
2. Daniel prayed for ____.
   • a) Wisdom
   • b) Strength
   • c) Protection
   • d) Food
     (Correct answer: c)
3. Who prayed for rain?
   • a) Jesus
   • b) Elijah
   • c) Moses
   • d) Peter
     (Correct answer: b)

(Include 10 fill-in-the-blank questions with options.)

Assessment

10 Short Answer Questions

1. What is prayer?
2. Name one person who prayed in the Bible.
3. What did Elijah pray for?
4. Who prayed in prison?
5. What was the result of Hannah’s prayer?
6. Where did Jesus pray for strength?
7. Why do we pray?
8. How did God save Daniel in the lion’s den?
9. What happened after Paul and Silas prayed?
10. Name two people that prayed in the Bible.

Conclusion

The teacher will move around the class to review and mark pupils’ work. Pupils will receive feedback on their answers and be encouraged to pray daily.