Jesus’ Miraculous Powers: Healing, Raising the Dead, Power Over Evil
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 10
Age: 7 years
Topic: Jesus’ Miraculous Powers
Sub-topic: Healing, Raising from the Dead, Power Over Evil
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify the miracles of Jesus, including healing, raising people from the dead, and His power over evil spirits.
- Explain the importance of Jesus’ power in helping people.
- Understand the role of faith in receiving healing and deliverance from evil.
Keywords: Miraculous Powers, Healing, Raising the Dead, Power Over Evil, Faith, Deliverance
Set Induction
Ask the pupils: “Have you ever seen someone get better after being very sick? How did that make you feel?”
Entry Behaviour
Pupils are familiar with stories of Jesus’ miracles, such as healing the sick and helping people in need.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Bible (Luke 8:40-56, Mark 5:1-20, Matthew 9:1-8)
- Flashcards depicting Jesus healing the sick, raising the dead, and casting out demons.
- Whiteboard and markers.
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
Recall the previous lesson on the power of Jesus, including His miracles like feeding the 5000 and calming the storm. Discuss how Jesus used His power to help and heal others.
Embedded Core Skills
- Faith
- Empathy
- Problem-solving
Learning Materials
- Bible (Luke 8:40-56, Mark 5:1-20, Matthew 9:1-8)
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
Instructional Materials
- Visual aids illustrating Jesus’ miracles (healing, raising from the dead, and power over evil).
- Bible passage cards for group reading.
- Role-play props for dramatizing Jesus healing or casting out evil spirits.
Content
1. Healing the Sick
- Jesus performed many miracles by healing people who were sick. One example is the woman who had been sick for 12 years and touched Jesus’ cloak, believing she would be healed. Jesus said, “Your faith has healed you.”
- Jesus showed His compassion and power by healing the blind, the paralyzed, and many others.
- These healings were not only physical but also brought spiritual healing to people.
2. Raising from the Dead
- Jesus raised people from the dead, showing His power over life and death.
- One famous story is when Jesus raised Jairus’ daughter from the dead. Jesus told her, “Get up,” and she woke up, and the people were amazed.
- Another story is when Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead after he had been in the tomb for four days. This miracle showed that Jesus has power over death and can give life.
3. Power Over Evil
- Jesus also had power over evil spirits. One day, He cast out a demon from a man who lived among the tombs. The man was freed from the evil spirit, and he was able to live a peaceful life.
- Jesus showed that He is more powerful than evil forces, and He can bring freedom and peace to those who are troubled by evil spirits.
Examples of Jesus’ Miraculous Powers
- Jesus healed the sick, including those with long-term illnesses.
- Jesus raised Jairus’ daughter and Lazarus from the dead.
- Jesus cast out demons from people, showing His power over evil.
- Jesus healed the blind and the paralyzed.
- Jesus’ miracles helped people experience both physical and spiritual healing.
Evaluation Questions (Fill-in-the-Blank)
- Jesus healed the sick woman who touched His _______.
a) hands
b) feet
c) cloak
d) head - Jesus raised _______ from the dead after He had been in the tomb for four days.
a) Peter
b) Jairus
c) Lazarus
d) John - Jesus said to Jairus’ daughter, “_______.” a) Get up
b) Stay down
c) Go to sleep
d) Rest well - Jesus cast out _______ from the man who lived among the tombs.
a) angels
b) demons
c) spirits
d) friends - The woman who touched Jesus’ cloak was healed because of her _______.
a) prayers
b) faith
c) love
d) kindness - Jesus has power over _______.
a) time
b) people
c) death
d) sickness - The people were amazed when Jesus raised Jairus’ _______ from the dead.
a) son
b) daughter
c) mother
d) father - Jesus healed the blind man by _______ His hands on him.
a) touching
b) calling
c) praying
d) feeding - The man freed from evil spirits lived _______ after his deliverance.
a) in fear
b) peacefully
c) angrily
d) restlessly - Jesus’ power to raise the dead shows that He has power over _______.
a) life
b) animals
c) sickness
d) death
Class Activity Discussion (FAQs)
- What did Jesus do to heal the sick woman?
She touched His cloak, and He healed her because of her faith. - What happened when Jesus raised Jairus’ daughter from the dead?
She woke up and was restored to life, and the people were amazed. - Why did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead?
To show His power over death and that He could give life to anyone. - How did Jesus show His power over evil?
He cast demons out of people and set them free. - What did Jesus teach us through His miracles?
He teaches us to have faith, trust in Him, and believe that He can heal, deliver, and give life. - Why is Jesus’ power over evil important for us?
It shows that no evil force is stronger than Jesus, and He can deliver us from evil. - What did the people do when they saw Jesus heal the sick?
They were amazed and praised God for His miracles. - How can we receive healing from Jesus today?
By having faith in Him and trusting His power to heal and restore us. - Why do you think Jesus healed people?
To show His love, care, and power to help those in need. - What did the man who was freed from evil spirits do after his healing?
He lived peacefully, and he spread the good news of Jesus’ power.
Presentation Steps
- Revising the Previous Topic
Recall the lesson about the power of Jesus, such as calming the sea and feeding the 5000. - Introducing the New Topic
Explain that Jesus performed even more powerful miracles, including healing the sick, raising people from the dead, and casting out evil spirits. - Encouraging Pupils to Contribute
Ask the pupils if they know any other miracles of Jesus and how these miracles show His love for people.
Teacher’s Activities
- Read the Bible stories about Jesus healing, raising the dead, and casting out demons.
- Show the visual aids and discuss the miracles with the class.
- Lead the pupils in a short role-play of one of Jesus’ miracles.
Learners’ Activities
- Listen to the Bible stories and discuss the miracles.
- Answer questions about the miracles of Jesus.
- Participate in the role-play activity, demonstrating how Jesus healed or cast out evil spirits.
Evaluation Questions (Short Answer)
- What did Jesus do to heal the sick woman?
- How did Jesus raise Jairus’ daughter from the dead?
- What happened when Jesus cast out demons from the man in the tombs?
- Why did Jesus perform miracles?
- How can we have faith in Jesus for healing and deliverance?
Conclusion
The teacher will walk around to check pupils’ answers, provide feedback, and encourage them to have faith in Jesus’ power to help them with any challenges.