Jesus Teachings on Christians as the Salt of the Earth Christian Religious Studies Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 9
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 9
Topic: Christians as the Salt of the World
Duration: 45 minutes
Entry Behaviour: Students should recall the previous lesson about Jesus’ teachings as the salt of the earth and share what they learned.
Key Words: Christian, salt, world, role, flavor, preserve, goodness
Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Explain the metaphor of Christians as the salt of the world.
- Understand the importance of Christians spreading love and kindness in society.
Embedded Core Skills: Reading, comprehension, critical thinking
Learning Materials: Whiteboard, markers, pictures of salt, Bible, Christian Religious Studies Textbook Book 3
Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work for Christian Religious Studies, The Holy Bible (related verses), Christian Religious Studies Textbook Book 3
Content:
Understanding Jesus’ Teachings as the Salt of the Earth:
- Jesus’ Teaching as the Salt of the Earth:
- Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth” (Matthew 5:13).
- This means that Christians have a special role in making the world a better place.
- Reasons Why Christians are Salt of the Earth:
- Just like salt enhances the flavor of food, Christians bring joy, kindness, and goodness to others. 🌍
- Salt also preserves food from spoiling, and Christians help preserve peace, harmony, and righteousness in society. 🕊️
- If salt loses its flavor, it’s no longer useful, and if Christians lose their kindness and love, they can’t make a positive impact in the world. ❌
By following Jesus’ teachings and spreading love and kindness, Christians act as the salt of the earth, making the world a better place for everyone.
- What did Jesus mean when he said, “You are the salt of the earth”?
- Jesus meant that Christians have a special role in making the world better.
- Why did Jesus compare Christians to salt?
- Jesus compared Christians to salt to show their importance in bringing goodness and preserving peace.
- How do Christians act as the salt of the earth?
- Christians act as the salt of the earth by spreading joy, kindness, and goodness to others.
- What happens if salt loses its flavor?
- If salt loses its flavor, it’s no longer useful, just like if Christians lose their kindness, they can’t help others.
- Why is it important for Christians to spread love and kindness?
- It’s important because it makes the world a happier and better place for everyone.
- What does salt do to food?
- Salt enhances the flavor of food and preserves it from spoiling.
- How can Christians help preserve peace and harmony in society?
- Christians can help by being kind, forgiving, and treating others with respect.
- Can Christians make a positive impact in the world?
- Yes, Christians can make a positive impact by spreading love and kindness wherever they go.
- What happens if Christians don’t act like salt?
- If Christians don’t act like salt, they can’t make a positive difference in the world.
- What can we learn from Jesus’ teachings about being the salt of the earth?
- We can learn to be kind, helpful, and caring towards others, just like salt enhances and preserves food.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:
- Jesus said, “You are the ________ of the earth.”
- a) sugar
- b) salt
- c) pepper
- d) water
- Christians have a special role in making the world ________.
- a) smaller
- b) better
- c) darker
- d) colder
- Christians bring joy, kindness, and ________ to others.
- a) anger
- b) sadness
- c) goodness
- d) fear
- Salt enhances the ________ of food.
- a) color
- b) flavor
- c) size
- d) shape
- Christians help preserve peace, harmony, and ________ in society.
- a) darkness
- b) goodness
- c) sadness
- d) anger
- If salt loses its flavor, it’s no longer ________.
- a) useful
- b) tasty
- c) colorful
- d) sweet
- Christians act as the salt of the earth by spreading love and ________.
- a) anger
- b) sadness
- c) kindness
- d) fear
- Salt preserves food from ________.
- a) growing
- b) spoiling
- c) shrinking
- d) changing
- It’s important for Christians to spread ________ and kindness.
- a) darkness
- b) anger
- c) love
- d) fear
- Christians can make a positive ________ in the world.
- a) impact
- b) change
- c) difference
- d) effect
- Christians can help preserve ________ and righteousness in society.
- a) anger
- b) peace
- c) darkness
- d) sadness
- Jesus wants Christians to spread joy, kindness, and ________.
- a) darkness
- b) anger
- c) goodness
- d) fear
- If Christians don’t act like salt, they can’t make a positive ________ in the world.
- a) impact
- b) change
- c) difference
- d) effect
- Christians have a special role in bringing ________ to the world.
- a) darkness
- b) goodness
- c) sadness
- d) anger
- Christians are compared to salt to show their importance in bringing ________.
- a) darkness
- b) goodness
- c) sadness
- d) anger
Presentation :
Step 1: Revision
- The teacher revises the previous lesson about Christians as the salt of the world by asking students to recite Matthew 5:13 and share what they remember. Christians as the Salt of the World Christian Religious Studies Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 8
Step 2: Introduction of New Topic
- The teacher introduces the new topic, “Importance of Christians as the Salt of the World,” explaining the significance of Christians spreading love and kindness.
Step 3: Teacher’s Activities
- The teacher explains the metaphor of Christians as the salt of the world, emphasizing their role in making society better.
- Reading relevant Bible verses (Matthew 5:13, Mark 9:50) to reinforce the lesson.
- Discussing examples of how Christians can spread love and kindness in their communities.
Learners Activities
- Students listen attentively and participate in discussions about the importance of Christians as the salt of the world.
- They read the Bible verses together and discuss their meanings.
- Students share their ideas on how they can be like salt by showing love and kindness to others.
Assessment:
- The teacher assesses students’ understanding through class discussions and questioning.
- Students’ participation and engagement during the lesson are observed.
Evaluation Questions:
- What does Jesus compare Christians to?
- What is the role of Christians as the salt of the world?
- Why is it important for Christians to spread love and kindness?
- How can Christians make a positive impact in society?
- What happens if Christians lose their kindness?
- What does salt symbolize?
- How can Christians preserve peace and harmony?
- Can you give an example of how Christians can spread goodness?
- What is the significance of Christians as the salt of the world?
- How can we apply the concept of Christians as the salt of the world in our daily lives?
Conclusion:
- The teacher goes round to mark students’ participation and understanding of the topic.
- Students are encouraged to remember their role as Christians in spreading love and kindness in society.
