Jesus the Way to the Father Christian Religious Studies Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 3
Christian Religious Studies (CRS) Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes
Week 3: Jesus the Way to the Father
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 3
Age: 7 – 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain what it means that Jesus is the way to the Father.
- Identify Jesus as the only way to God.
- Mention Bible passages that support Jesus as the way to the Father.
- Describe how we can follow Jesus to reach the Father.
Keywords: Jesus, Way, Father, God, Truth, Life, Heaven
Set Induction
The teacher will begin the lesson by asking the pupils:
- Have you ever followed a road to a particular place?
- What happens if you take the wrong road?
- Who do you think can show us the right way to God?
The teacher will introduce the topic by explaining that Jesus is the only way to God.
Entry Behavior
Pupils have learned that Jesus is our Saviour. This lesson builds on that by explaining that He is also the only way to God the Father.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Bible (John 14:6, Acts 4:12, 1 Timothy 2:5)
- Chart showing a road leading to a destination
- Flashcards with key Bible verses
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher reminds pupils that Jesus was sent to save us from sin and that God wants us to come back to Him. Jesus is the only way to do that.
Embedded Core Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Listening and Speaking Skills
- Collaboration and Discussion
Learning Materials
- The Bible
- Christian storybooks
- Pictures of Jesus leading His disciples
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Christian Religious Studies textbooks for Primary 3
Instructional Materials
- Bible passages (John 14:6, Acts 4:12, 1 Timothy 2:5)
- Flashcards with key words
- Visual aids (pictures of Jesus teaching His disciples)
Content
1. What Does It Mean That Jesus Is the Way to the Father?
- Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6).
- This means that Jesus is the only way to reach God.
- We cannot go to heaven by our own good deeds; we must believe in Jesus.
2. Jesus Is the Only Way to God
- Acts 4:12 says that there is no other name by which we can be saved.
- 1 Timothy 2:5 says that Jesus is the only mediator between God and humans.
- Jesus came to show us how to live and follow God’s will.
3. How Can We Follow Jesus to the Father?
- Believe in Him – Trust that Jesus is the Son of God (John 3:16).
- Obey His teachings – Follow what Jesus taught in the Bible.
- Pray in His name – Jesus teaches us to pray to God through Him.
- Love and forgive others – Jesus teaches us to love one another.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- Jesus said, “I am the ______, the truth, and the life.”
a) Road
b) Way
c) Water
d) Teacher - No one can come to the Father except through _______.
a) Moses
b) Abraham
c) Jesus
d) Peter - Jesus is the only way to _______.
a) School
b) God
c) Friends
d) Work - The Bible verse that says, “There is no other name by which we can be saved” is _______.
a) John 14:6
b) Acts 4:12
c) Psalm 23
d) Genesis 1:1 - Jesus is the only _______ between God and man.
a) Leader
b) Mediator
c) Preacher
d) Fisherman - If we follow Jesus, we will have _______ life.
a) Eternal
b) Short
c) Difficult
d) Painful - Jesus came to show us the way to _______.
a) Heaven
b) The market
c) School
d) The hospital - Jesus teaches us to _______ one another.
a) Fight
b) Love
c) Ignore
d) Hate - Jesus said we should pray in His _______.
a) Name
b) House
c) City
d) Chair - What must we do to reach God?
a) Believe in Jesus
b) Work hard
c) Travel to Israel
d) Do nothing
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Class Discussion
- What does it mean that Jesus is the way?
- It means that Jesus is the only way to reach God.
- What did Jesus say in John 14:6?
- “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”
- Why do we need Jesus to reach God?
- Because He is the only one who can save us from sin.
- What happens if we don’t follow Jesus?
- We will not be able to reach God or have eternal life.
- What must we do to follow Jesus?
- Believe in Him, obey His teachings, pray, and love others.
- Can we reach God by doing good deeds alone?
- No, we must believe in Jesus.
- Why is Jesus the only way?
- Because He died for our sins and rose again.
- What does Acts 4:12 say about salvation?
- It says that salvation is only through Jesus.
- How should we pray according to Jesus?
- We should pray in His name.
- Where does Jesus lead us?
- He leads us to God and eternal life in heaven.
Presentation Steps
- Teacher’s Activity:
- Reads John 14:6, Acts 4:12, and 1 Timothy 2:5.
- Explains that Jesus is the only way to God.
- Uses a chart to show how Jesus leads us to the Father.
- Leads a discussion on how we can follow Jesus.
- Learners’ Activity:
- Listen to Bible readings.
- Answer questions about Jesus as the way to the Father.
- Discuss how they can follow Jesus in their daily lives.
Assessment (Short-Answer Questions)
- What did Jesus say in John 14:6?
- Who is the only way to God?
- Can we reach God by our own efforts?
- What does Acts 4:12 teach us?
- What should we do to follow Jesus?
- How does Jesus lead us to the Father?
- Why do we need Jesus to reach heaven?
- What does 1 Timothy 2:5 say about Jesus?
- How should we pray to God?
- What happens when we believe in Jesus?
Conclusion
The teacher will summarize the lesson by emphasizing that Jesus is the only way to God. Pupils will be encouraged to follow Him and trust in Him for salvation.