Christian Religious Studies (CRS) Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes

Week 6: Jesus the Bread of Life

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Subject: Christian Religious Studies

Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 6
Age: 7 – 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes

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Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Explain what Jesus meant when He said, “I am the Bread of Life.”
2. Identify where in the Bible Jesus made this statement.
3. Describe why Jesus is the Bread of Life.
4. Mention ways we can receive the Bread of Life.
5. Explain the importance of Jesus in our spiritual life.

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Keywords: Bread, Life, Jesus, Spiritual, Eternal, Believe, Manna

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Set Induction

The teacher will start by asking pupils:

• What is your favorite food?
• Why do we eat food every day?
• Can food keep us alive forever?

The teacher will explain that just as food keeps our bodies strong, Jesus gives us spiritual life that lasts forever.

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Entry Behavior

Pupils have learned that Jesus is the Good Shepherd. Now, they will learn that Jesus is also the Bread of Life, which means He gives us life that never ends.

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Learning Resources and Materials

1. Bible (John 6:35)
2. Picture of bread
3. Chart showing Jesus teaching His disciples

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Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher reminds pupils that people eat food to stay strong, but Jesus gives us something more important—eternal life.

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Embedded Core Skills

1. Memorization Skills
2. Critical Thinking
3. Listening and Speaking Skills

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Learning Materials

• The Bible
• Christian storybooks
• Picture of bread

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Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Christian Religious Studies textbooks for Primary 3

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Instructional Materials

1. Bible (John 6:35)
2. Flashcards with key words
3. Visual aids (pictures of bread and Jesus teaching)

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Content

1. What Did Jesus Mean by “I Am the Bread of Life”?

• Jesus made this statement in John 6:35:
  “I am the Bread of Life; whoever comes to me shall never hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.”
• Jesus was telling people that He gives life that lasts forever.
• Just as bread gives physical strength, Jesus gives spiritual strength and eternal life.

2. Why Is Jesus the Bread of Life?

• Bread is a basic food that people eat every day.
• Jesus is important to our souls just as food is important to our bodies.
• Jesus gives eternal life to those who believe in Him.
• He satisfies our spiritual hunger—our need for God.

3. How Can We Receive the Bread of Life?

We receive the Bread of Life by:

1. Believing in Jesus (John 6:47)
2. Accepting Him as our Lord and Saviour
3. Reading the Word of God (the Bible)
4. Obeying Jesus’ teachings

4. Lessons from Jesus as the Bread of Life

• Jesus is necessary for eternal life.
• We must believe in Him to receive spiritual life.
• Jesus satisfies our spiritual hunger.
• Reading the Bible helps us to grow in our faith.

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Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. Jesus said, “I am the ______ of Life.”
   a) Bread
   b) Water
   c) Shepherd
   d) Teacher
2. The Bible verse where Jesus says, “I am the Bread of Life” is found in ______.
   a) John 6:35
   b) Matthew 5:10
   c) Luke 4:18
   d) Mark 2:14
3. Bread gives ______ strength.
   a) Physical
   b) Financial
   c) Educational
   d) Political
4. Jesus gives ______ life.
   a) Short
   b) Eternal
   c) Temporary
   d) Sad
5. Whoever believes in Jesus shall never ______.
   a) Hunger
   b) Sleep
   c) Read
   d) Laugh
6. Jesus satisfies our ______ hunger.
   a) Physical
   b) Spiritual
   c) Worldly
   d) Financial
7. We can receive the Bread of Life by ______ in Jesus.
   a) Trusting
   b) Disobeying
   c) Doubting
   d) Ignoring
8. Just as bread is important to the body, Jesus is important to our ______.
   a) Clothes
   b) Souls
   c) Houses
   d) Schools
9. Jesus said, “Whoever comes to me shall never ______.”
   a) Sing
   b) Thirst
   c) Sleep
   d) Eat
10. We can grow spiritually by reading the ______.
    a) Bible
    b) Newspaper
    c) Storybook
    d) Magazine

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Class Discussion

1. What did Jesus mean when He said, “I am the Bread of Life”?
   • He meant that He gives us spiritual life.
2. Where can we find this statement in the Bible?
   • John 6:35.
3. Why is Jesus compared to bread?
   • Because bread gives physical strength, and Jesus gives spiritual strength.
4. What kind of hunger does Jesus satisfy?
   • Spiritual hunger.
5. How can we receive the Bread of Life?
   • By believing in Jesus and following Him.
6. What happens when we eat bread?
   • It gives us energy and strength.
7. What happens when we believe in Jesus?
   • We receive eternal life.
8. Why do we need Jesus in our lives?
   • Because He gives us peace, joy, and eternal life.
9. Can food give us eternal life?
   • No, only Jesus can give eternal life.
10. What should we do to grow spiritually?

• Pray, read the Bible, and obey God’s word.

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Presentation Steps

1. Teacher’s Activity:
   • Reads and explains John 6:35.
   • Shows pictures of bread and Jesus teaching.
   • Leads class discussion on spiritual hunger.
2. Learners’ Activity:
   • Recite John 6:35.
   • Answer questions about Jesus as the Bread of Life.
   • Discuss how we can follow Jesus.

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Assessment (Short-Answer Questions)

1. What did Jesus mean by “I am the Bread of Life”?
2. Where can we find this statement in the Bible?
3. Why is bread important to our body?
4. How does Jesus give us eternal life?
5. What should we do to receive the Bread of Life?

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Conclusion

The teacher will summarize that Jesus is the Bread of Life who gives us eternal life. Pupils will be encouraged to trust and believe in Him.

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