Understanding Prayer: Hindrances, Requests, and Answers Christian Religious Studies Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 3
Lesson Plan Presentation
- Subject: Christian Religious Studies
- Class: Primary 2
- Term: Second Term
- Week: 3
- Topic: Understanding Prayer: Hindrances, Requests, and Answers
- Duration: 40 minutes
Entry Behaviour:
- Quick review: Ask students to recall what they learned about prayer hindrances in the previous lesson.
Key Words:
- Prayer, Hindrances, Requests, Answers.
Behavioural Objectives:
- By the end of the lesson, students should be able to list 10 things that can hinder prayers.
- Students should identify 10 things they can ask God in prayer.
- Students should understand 10 ways God can answer their prayers.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Verbal communication (expressing prayer requests)
- Memory recall (recalling hindrances and answers to prayers)
Learning Materials:
- Pictures depicting prayer situations.
- Simple illustrations of hindrances, prayer requests, and answers.
Content:
10 Things that Can Hinder Our Prayers:
- Angry Hearts 😡
- Example: When we’re angry, it can make it hard for our prayers to reach God.
- Unkind Words 🗣️
- Example: Speaking unkindly to others can be a barrier to our prayers.
- Being Selfish 🤲
- Example: Asking for things only for ourselves without thinking of others.
- Ignoring Others’ Feelings 😔
- Example: Ignoring how others feel can block our prayers.
- Not Forgiving 🚫
- Example: Holding onto grudges stops our prayers from being heard.
- Being Dishonest 🤥
- Example: Being dishonest hinders our connection with God in prayer.
- Forgetting to Say “Thank You” 🙏
- Example: Forgetting gratitude can be a hindrance in our prayers.
- Lack of Faith 🌱
- Example: Doubting that God can answer our prayers can hinder them.
- Ignoring God’s Rules 📜
- Example: Not following God’s rules can create a barrier in our prayers.
- Not Listening to Others 🤔
- Example: Ignoring the needs and feelings of others can hinder our prayers.
10 Things We Can Ask God in Prayer:
- Help with School 📚
- Good Health 🌿
- Love for Family ❤️
- Safety for Friends 🤝
- Guidance in Decisions 🗺️
- Happiness for Everyone 😃
- Forgiveness for Mistakes ✨
- Peace in the World 🌍
- Strength in Tough Times 💪
- Thanksgiving for Blessings 🙌
10 Ways God Can Answer Our Prayers:
- Yes 🙏
- Wait ⏳
- No 🚫
- Through Others 🤝
- In Different Ways 🔄
- With Guidance 🗺️
- Through Hard Work 🛠️
- With Love ❤️
- By Teaching Us 📚
- Through Surprises
Evaluation
- Ignoring others’ feelings can __________ our prayers. a) Help
b) Enhance
c) Block
d) Encourage - Asking only for ourselves without thinking of others is being __________ in prayer. a) Generous
b) Selfish
c) Kind
d) Thoughtful - Holding onto grudges can __________ our prayers. a) Strengthen
b) Unblock
c) Hinder
d) Support - Doubting that God can answer our prayers shows a lack of __________. a) Gratitude
b) Faith
c) Humility
d) Generosity - Not following God’s rules can create a __________ in our prayers. a) Bridge
b) Connection
c) Barrier
d) Support - Forgetting to say “thank you” can be a __________ in our prayers. a) Help
b) Blessing
c) Gratitude
d) Hindrance - Ignoring the needs and feelings of others can __________ our prayers. a) Strengthen
b) Enhance
c) Unblock
d) Hinder - Asking for help with school is something we can request from God in __________. a) Play
b) Prayer
c) Work
d) Study - Seeking guidance in decisions is a __________ we can ask God in prayer. a) Support
b) Request
c) Prayer
d) Pleasure - God can answer our prayers with a __________ when it’s not the right time. a) Yes
b) Wait
c) No
d) Maybe - Expressing love for family is something we can ask God for in __________. a) Prayer
b) Play
c) Work
d) School - Safety for friends is a __________ we can seek from God in prayer. a) Joy
b) Pleasure
c) Blessing
d) Request - God can answer our prayers by guiding us __________ different ways. a) In
b) Through
c) With
d) Within - Forgiveness for mistakes is something we can ask from God in __________. a) Play
b) Work
c) Study
d) Prayer - God can answer our prayers with __________ surprises. a) Ordinary
b) Common
c) Expected
d) Unexpected
- Presentation (Step 1):
- Quick revision of the previous lesson on Evidence of Prayer and People that prayed in the Bible
- Recap: What are some things that can hinder our prayers?
- Introduction (Step 2):
- Introduce the new topics: 10 Things that Can Hinder Our Prayers, 10 Things We Can Ask God in Prayer, and 10 Ways God Can Answer Our Prayers.
- Teacher’s Activities (Step 3):
- List Hindrances: Write down 10 common hindrances to prayers on the board.
- Explore Requests: Discuss with students 10 things they can ask God in prayer.
- Explain Answers: Explain 10 ways God can answer their prayers.
- Learners’ Activities:
- Discussion: Encourage students to share their thoughts on hindrances, requests, and answers to prayers.
- Drawing Activity: Ask students to draw a picture representing one thing they would like to ask God.
- Assessment:
- Group Activity: Have students work in groups to create a short skit depicting a prayer situation.
- Questions: Ask simple questions about hindrances, prayer requests, and answers.
Evaluation:
- What is the topic of today’s lesson?
- Name one thing that can hinder our prayers.
- Mention a prayer request you can ask God for.
- How can God answer our prayers?
- Can you recall a hindrance to prayer mentioned in the previous lesson?
- Share one thing you would like to ask God in prayer.
- How many ways did we discuss that God can answer prayers?
- What does “hindrance” mean in the context of prayer?
- Give an example of something you can thank God for in prayer.
- Why is it important to understand how God answers our prayers?
Conclusion:
- Teacher’s Activity: Go around the class to assess understanding and correct any misconceptions.
- Feedback: Provide positive reinforcement and encourage students to share their drawings.
- Homework: Ask students to share with their families what they learned about prayer hindrances, requests, and answers.