Promise of the Saviour – Christian Religious Studies Primary 3 Second Term
Christian Religious Studies (CRS) Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes
Week 1: Promise of the Saviour
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 1
Age: 7 – 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of “Saviour.”
- Identify who the Saviour is.
- Describe God’s promise to send a Saviour.
- Explain why Jesus was sent as the Saviour of the world.
Keywords: Saviour, Promise, Jesus, Sin, Salvation
Set Induction
The teacher will ask the pupils:
- What do we do when we need help?
- Have you ever been rescued from trouble?
- Who do you think can save us from sin?
The teacher will introduce the topic by explaining that God made a promise to send a Saviour to save people from their sins.
Entry Behavior
Pupils have heard about Jesus during past lessons and understand that He helps and loves people.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Bible (Isaiah 9:6, John 3:16, Matthew 1:21)
- Chart showing a baby in a manger (Jesus’ birth)
- Flashcards with key Bible verses
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher reminds pupils about stories of Jesus they learned last term and asks them if they remember the story of Adam and Eve, where sin entered the world.
Embedded Core Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Listening and Speaking Skills
- Collaboration and Discussion
Learning Materials
- The Bible
- Christian storybooks
- Pictures of baby Jesus and the angel announcing His birth
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Christian Religious Studies textbooks for Primary 3
Instructional Materials
- Bible passages (Isaiah 9:6, John 3:16, Matthew 1:21)
- Flashcards with key words
- Visual aids (pictures of Jesus’ birth)
Content
1. Meaning of “Saviour”
A Saviour is someone who rescues or saves people from danger or trouble.
2. Who is the Saviour?
- Jesus Christ is the Saviour of the world.
- He was sent by God to save people from sin.
3. God’s Promise of a Saviour
- After Adam and Eve sinned, God promised to send someone to save people from sin (Genesis 3:15).
- The prophets, like Isaiah, spoke about the coming of a Saviour (Isaiah 9:6).
- The angel told Mary she would give birth to Jesus, who would save people from their sins (Matthew 1:21).
4. Why Jesus is the Saviour
- Jesus came to take away sin.
- He taught people how to love and obey God.
- He died on the cross to save people from sin.
- He rose from the dead, proving He is the Son of God.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- A _______ is someone who saves people from danger.
a) Teacher
b) Doctor
c) Saviour
d) Farmer - Jesus was sent by _______ to save people from sin.
a) His mother
b) God
c) Angels
d) Prophets - The promise of a Saviour was given in the book of _______.
a) Psalms
b) Isaiah
c) Exodus
d) Proverbs - Jesus’ mother was called _______.
a) Ruth
b) Esther
c) Mary
d) Deborah - Jesus was born in a town called _______.
a) Nazareth
b) Jerusalem
c) Bethlehem
d) Jericho - Jesus came to save people from _______.
a) Sickness
b) Poverty
c) Sin
d) School - The angel who told Mary about Jesus was _______.
a) Gabriel
b) Michael
c) Peter
d) John - Jesus died on the _______ for our sins.
a) Cross
b) Road
c) Boat
d) Mountain - God loves the world so much that He gave us His only _______.
a) Prophet
b) Angel
c) Son
d) Disciple - The name Jesus means _______.
a) Lord
b) Saviour
c) King
d) Prophet
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Class Discussion
- What does the word “Saviour” mean?
- It means someone who saves others from trouble or danger.
- Who is the Saviour of the world?
- Jesus Christ.
- Why did God promise to send a Saviour?
- To save people from sin.
- Which prophet spoke about the Saviour?
- Prophet Isaiah.
- Who told Mary she would give birth to Jesus?
- Angel Gabriel.
- Where was Jesus born?
- In Bethlehem.
- What does the name “Jesus” mean?
- Saviour.
- Why did Jesus come to the world?
- To save people from sin.
- What happened after Jesus died?
- He rose from the dead.
- Why do we call Jesus our Saviour?
- Because He died for our sins and saved us.
Presentation Steps
- Teacher’s Activity:
- The teacher explains who a Saviour is.
- Reads Isaiah 9:6, John 3:16, and Matthew 1:21.
- Shows pictures of Jesus’ birth.
- Leads a discussion on why we need a Saviour.
- Learners’ Activity:
- Listen to the Bible reading.
- Answer questions about Jesus.
- Discuss how Jesus saves people today.
Assessment (Short-Answer Questions)
- Who is the Saviour of the world?
- Why did God promise to send a Saviour?
- Which prophet spoke about Jesus before He was born?
- Who told Mary that she would give birth to Jesus?
- Where was Jesus born?
- Why do we need a Saviour?
- What did Jesus come to save us from?
- What does the name Jesus mean?
- How did Jesus save us from sin?
- What happened after Jesus died?
Conclusion
The teacher will summarize the lesson by reminding pupils that Jesus is the promised Saviour sent by God to save people from sin. Pupils will be encouraged to trust in Jesus and follow His teachings.