Understanding Jesus as Our Saviour Christian Religious Studies Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 2
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 2
Topic: Understanding Jesus as Our Saviour
Sub-topic: Why Jesus is Our Saviour, Type of Saviour Jesus is, Importance of a Saviour
Duration: 40 minutes
Entry Behaviour: Students are expected to recall the previous lesson about Jesus’ birth and share what they remember.
Key Words: Saviour, Jesus, sin, forgiveness, salvation, love, compassion
Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Explain why Jesus is called our Saviour.
- Describe the type of Saviour Jesus is.
- Understand the importance of having a Saviour.
Embedded Core Skills: Reading, comprehension, critical thinking, communication
Learning Materials: Whiteboard, markers, pictures of Jesus, Bible stories book, reference books (Lagos State Scheme of Work, Computer Studies Textbook Book 3)
Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work for Christian Religious Studies, Computer Studies Textbook Book 3
Content:
Why Jesus is Our Saviour:
- He Saves Us from Sin: Jesus saves us from doing bad things and helps us to be good. 🙌
- Example: When we say sorry for our mistakes and believe in Jesus, he forgives us.
- He Shows Us Love: Jesus loves us very much and wants us to be happy.
- Example: Jesus helped people when they were sick or sad, showing us how to care for others.
- He Teaches Us Right from Wrong: Jesus teaches us how to be kind, honest, and fair.
- Example: In the Bible, Jesus tells stories like the Good Samaritan to teach us about helping others.
Type of Saviour Jesus Christ Is:
- Loving and Compassionate: Jesus cares deeply about everyone and wants to help us.
- Example: He healed the sick and fed the hungry, showing his love and compassion.
- Forgiving: Jesus forgives us when we make mistakes and helps us start anew.
- Example: Even when people hurt him, Jesus forgave them, like when he forgave those who crucified him.
Importance of a Saviour:
- Gives Us Hope: Having a Saviour gives us hope that someone is always there to help and guide us.
- Example: When we feel scared or alone, we can pray to Jesus for comfort and strength.
- Brings Us Closer to God: Jesus helps us connect with God and shows us the way to live a good life.
- Example: By following Jesus’ teachings, we become closer to God and understand his love for us.
- Provides Salvation: A Saviour offers us salvation, which means being saved from our sins and living with God forever.
- Example: Jesus died for our sins on the cross so that we can have eternal life with God in heaven. 🌟
Class Discussions :
- Why is Jesus called our Saviour?
- Jesus is called our Saviour because he saves us from doing bad things and helps us be good.
- What does Jesus save us from?
- Jesus saves us from sin, which means doing things that are wrong or hurtful to others.
- How does Jesus show his love for us?
- Jesus shows his love by caring for people, teaching us to be kind, and forgiving our mistakes.
- What type of Saviour is Jesus?
- Jesus is a loving and compassionate Saviour who forgives us and teaches us how to live good lives.
- Why is it important to have a Saviour?
- Having a Saviour gives us hope, brings us closer to God, and offers us salvation.
- Can Jesus help us when we feel scared or alone?
- Yes, Jesus can help us feel comforted and strong when we pray to him.
- How does Jesus bring us closer to God?
- Jesus brings us closer to God by showing us how to live in a way that pleases God.
- What is salvation?
- Salvation means being saved from our sins and living with God forever.
- What did Jesus do to provide salvation for us?
- Jesus died for our sins on the cross so that we can have eternal life with God in heaven.
- How can we show our gratitude to Jesus as our Saviour?
- We can show gratitude by following his teachings, being kind to others, and praying to him for guidance and forgiveness.
Evaluation :
- Jesus is our _________ because he saves us from sin.
- a) friend
- b) teacher
- c) Saviour
- d) king
- Jesus shows his love by caring for people and teaching us to be _________.
- a) mean
- b) kind
- c) lazy
- d) angry
- Jesus teaches us to do _________ things and helps us start anew when we make mistakes.
- a) bad
- b) good
- c) funny
- d) sad
- Jesus is a loving and _________ Saviour who forgives us when we do wrong.
- a) strict
- b) angry
- c) compassionate
- d) lazy
- Having a Saviour gives us _________ that someone is always there to help us.
- a) fear
- b) hope
- c) anger
- d) sadness
- Jesus brings us closer to God by showing us how to live in a way that _________ God.
- a) pleases
- b) angers
- c) frightens
- d) makes sad
- Salvation means being saved from our sins and living with God _________.
- a) forever
- b) sometimes
- c) never
- d) later
- Jesus died for our sins on the cross so that we can have _________ life with God.
- a) sad
- b) eternal
- c) short
- d) happy
- When we feel scared or alone, we can pray to Jesus for _________.
- a) anger
- b) sadness
- c) comfort
- d) fear
- Jesus helps us be _________ by teaching us to be kind, honest, and fair.
- a) mean
- b) happy
- c) good
- d) sad
- What does Jesus save us from?
- a) Happiness
- b) Sin
- c) Laziness
- d) Anger
- Why is having a Saviour important?
- a) It brings us closer to God
- b) It makes us sad
- c) It angers us
- d) It frightens us
- What does salvation mean?
- a) Being saved from our sins
- b) Being lazy
- c) Being angry
- d) Being mean
- How does Jesus show his love for us?
- a) By caring for people
- b) By being mean
- c) By being lazy
- d) By being angry
- What did Jesus do to provide salvation for us?
- a) Died for our sins on the cross
- b) Made us angry
- c) Made us sad
- d) Made us lazy
Presentation :
Step 1: Revision
- The teacher revises the previous topic about Promise of the Saviour Christian Religious Studies Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1
Step 2: Introduction of New Topic
- The teacher introduces the new topic, “Understanding Jesus as Our Saviour,” explaining that it is about why Jesus is important to Christians and how he helps and saves people.
Step 3: Teacher’s Activities
- The teacher explains why Jesus is called our Saviour, emphasizing his role in saving us from sin and forgiving our mistakes.
- Using examples from stories in the Bible, the teacher describes the type of Saviour Jesus is, highlighting his love, compassion, and forgiveness.
- The teacher discusses the importance of having a Saviour, explaining how Jesus brings hope, helps us connect with God, and offers us salvation.
Learners Activities
- Students listen attentively and participate in discussions.
- They take notes and ask questions if they don’t understand something.
Assessment:
- The teacher assesses students’ understanding through class discussions and questioning.
- The teacher observes students’ participation and engagement during the lesson.
Evaluation:
- Why is Jesus called our Saviour?
- How does Jesus show his love for us?
- What type of Saviour is Jesus?
- Why is having a Saviour important?
- What does salvation mean?
- Can Jesus help us when we feel scared or alone?
- How does Jesus bring us closer to God?
- What did Jesus do to provide salvation for us?
- What can we learn from Jesus as our Saviour?
- How can we show gratitude to Jesus for being our Saviour?
Conclusion:
- The teacher goes round to mark students’ participation and understanding of the topic.
- The teacher emphasizes the importance of understanding Jesus as our Saviour and encourages students to think about how they can apply what they’ve learned in their lives.
