The Bible

Abrahamic Covenant - Importance of Covenants in Modern Life
Abrahamic Covenant - Characteristics of Ungodly Covenants Today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of covenants in modern life
- Relate the poem on modern covenants to specific benefits covenants bring to society
- Value commitment and faithfulness as essential qualities for honouring covenants

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Recite the poem on modern covenants and explain the importance of each type of covenant mentioned
- Discuss the importance of modern-day covenants in groups and prepare PowerPoint slides or charts
- Share presentations in class and peer-review each group's findings

Why are covenants important for the ordering of modern society?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 33
- Bible (Genesis 17:1-14)
- Charts and PowerPoint slides
- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 34
- Bible (Matthew 4:8-10; 7:15-20; James 4:7; 1 Peter 5:8-9)
- Charts and reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

The Bible

Abrahamic Covenant - Resisting Ungodly Covenants in Society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify examples of ungodly covenants such as illuminati, devil worship and religious extremism
- Outline practical steps to resist ungodly covenants using James 4:7 and 1 Peter 5:8-9
- Show determination to assertively resist ungodly covenants as demonstrated by Simiyu

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read the passage on ungodly covenants and identify examples such as illuminati and religious extremism
- Brainstorm on how to resist ungodly covenants and write precautions on charts for display
- Read Simiyu's story and discuss how he assertively resisted cult recruitment using biblical principles

What practical steps should a young Christian take to resist ungodly covenants?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 36
- Bible (James 4:7; 1 Peter 5:8-9; Matthew 4:8-10)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Bible

Abrahamic Covenant - Resisting Ungodly Covenants in Society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify examples of ungodly covenants such as illuminati, devil worship and religious extremism
- Outline practical steps to resist ungodly covenants using James 4:7 and 1 Peter 5:8-9
- Show determination to assertively resist ungodly covenants as demonstrated by Simiyu

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read the passage on ungodly covenants and identify examples such as illuminati and religious extremism
- Brainstorm on how to resist ungodly covenants and write precautions on charts for display
- Read Simiyu's story and discuss how he assertively resisted cult recruitment using biblical principles

What practical steps should a young Christian take to resist ungodly covenants?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 36
- Bible (James 4:7; 1 Peter 5:8-9; Matthew 4:8-10)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Bible

Abrahamic Covenant - Importance of God's Covenant with Abraham

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline the steps taken in making the Abrahamic covenant from Genesis 15:1-18
- Explain the importance of God's covenant with Abraham for salvation history
- Appreciate that God initiates personal relationships with humankind through covenant

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Genesis 15:1-18 in turns and outline the steps taken in making the Abrahamic covenant
- Watch a video clip on God's covenant with Abraham and write notes on what sealed the covenant
- Carry out a library search on the importance of God's covenant with Abraham and record findings in table 2.5

What is the significance of God's covenant with Abraham for salvation history?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 37
- Bible (Genesis 15:1-18; 17:1-8)
- Digital devices
- Library resources

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Bible

Abrahamic Covenant - Importance of Circumcision and Review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State the importance of circumcision to Abraham and his descendants from Genesis 17:1-14
- Explain how circumcision served as an outward sign of the covenant between God and Abraham
- Summarise the key teachings of the Abrahamic covenant and apply them to real-life scenarios

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Genesis 17:1-14 and answer questions in table 2.6 on the promises, requirements and privileges of the covenant
- Complete figure 2.4 showing the importance of circumcision and make class presentations
- Answer end-of-sub-strand review questions on covenants, the Abrahamic covenant and circumcision

Why was circumcision important as the sign of the covenant between God and Abraham?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 38
- Bible (Genesis 17:1-14)
- Library resources
- Charts

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

The Bible

Abrahamic Covenant - Importance of Circumcision and Review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State the importance of circumcision to Abraham and his descendants from Genesis 17:1-14
- Explain how circumcision served as an outward sign of the covenant between God and Abraham
- Summarise the key teachings of the Abrahamic covenant and apply them to real-life scenarios

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Genesis 17:1-14 and answer questions in table 2.6 on the promises, requirements and privileges of the covenant
- Complete figure 2.4 showing the importance of circumcision and make class presentations
- Answer end-of-sub-strand review questions on covenants, the Abrahamic covenant and circumcision

Why was circumcision important as the sign of the covenant between God and Abraham?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 38
- Bible (Genesis 17:1-14)
- Library resources
- Charts

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - Reasons for Kingship in Israel

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify reasons why the Israelites demanded a king from 1 Samuel 8:1-9
- Explain the failures of Samuel's sons that contributed to the demand for a king
- Reflect on the dangers of rejecting God's authority in favour of human leadership

- Read the conversation between Teacher Lucy and learners and identify reasons the Israelites wanted a king
- Read 1 Samuel 8:1-9 and copy and fill table 2.7 on the character of Samuel's sons, reasons for and responses to kingship demand
- Use library materials to find additional reasons why the Israelites demanded a king and display on flip charts

Why did the Israelites demand a king despite having God as their ruler?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 41
- Bible (1 Samuel 8:1-9)
- Library resources
- Flip charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - Samuel's Sons and Saul's Appointment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise the full reasons why the Israelites demanded a king
- Describe how Saul was chosen and appointed as the first king of Israel
- Appreciate that God's purpose is fulfilled even through human decisions and failures

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Summarise the reasons why the Israelites demanded a king and write a presentation for class
- Use library materials or digital devices to research how Saul was anointed king and write findings on a flip chart
- Discuss what qualities Saul showed at the start of his reign and compare with how he later failed

What does the appointment of Saul reveal about the relationship between God and Israel?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 42
- Bible (1 Samuel 8:1-9; 1 Samuel 10:1)
- Library resources
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - Reasons Against Kingship According to Prophet Samuel

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline reasons why Prophet Samuel was opposed to kingship in Israel from 1 Samuel 8:10-20
- Explain the dangers of the Israelites imitating other nations as warned by Samuel
- Value God's authority over human leadership and appreciate the consequences of rejecting it

- Read the conversation between Teacher Job and learners and identify reasons Samuel opposed kingship
- Use digital devices to search for reasons against kingship in Israel and record findings in notebooks
- Read 1 Samuel 8:10-20 and fill table 2.8 on Samuel's specific reasons against kingship in Israel

What were Samuel's warnings about the consequences of having a king?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 43
- Bible (1 Samuel 8:10-20)
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - Reasons Against Kingship According to Prophet Samuel

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline reasons why Prophet Samuel was opposed to kingship in Israel from 1 Samuel 8:10-20
- Explain the dangers of the Israelites imitating other nations as warned by Samuel
- Value God's authority over human leadership and appreciate the consequences of rejecting it

- Read the conversation between Teacher Job and learners and identify reasons Samuel opposed kingship
- Use digital devices to search for reasons against kingship in Israel and record findings in notebooks
- Read 1 Samuel 8:10-20 and fill table 2.8 on Samuel's specific reasons against kingship in Israel

What were Samuel's warnings about the consequences of having a king?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 43
- Bible (1 Samuel 8:10-20)
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - King Saul's Failures and Their Consequences

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State the failures of King Saul and their consequences from 1 Samuel 13:8-14 and 15:7-25
- Evaluate Saul's leadership against biblical criteria for successful leadership using table 2.9
- Show commitment to obedience and patience as qualities essential for godly leadership

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Recite the poem on leadership failure and discuss the consequences of poor leadership on followers
- Read 1 Samuel 13:8-14 and 15:7-25 and fill table 2.9 evaluating Saul's failures and their consequences
- Summarise the failures of King Saul and their consequences and write class notes

What were the consequences of King Saul's disobedience to God?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 44
- Bible (1 Samuel 13:8-14; 15:7-25)
- Exercise books and tables

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - Summary of Saul's Failures and Lessons for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise the full list of King Saul's failures and their biblical consequences
- Outline lessons Christians learn from the failures of King Saul
- Appreciate integrity, obedience and faith as non-negotiable qualities of godly leadership

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Summarise all the failures of King Saul including disobedience, jealousy, necromancy and suicide
- Study the diagram of Saul's failures and outline lessons learnt from each failure in exercise books
- Discuss lessons Christians learn from Saul's failures and write on a flip chart for display in class

What lessons can Christians learn from the full record of King Saul's failures?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 45
- Bible (1 Samuel 13:8-14; 15:7-25; 15:23)
- Flip charts
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - Applying Good Leadership Qualities in Daily Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Recite a poem on leadership and outline qualities needed and things to avoid as a good leader
- Apply lessons from Saul's failures to identify good leadership qualities at home, school and in the community
- Show commitment to exercising godly leadership qualities in personal spheres of influence

- Recite the poem on leadership and outline lessons learnt and things to avoid to be a good leader
- Buzz in groups on how each learner exercises leadership at home, school and in the community
- Write findings on a chart, do a gallery walk and rate each group's presentation on leadership qualities

How can knowledge of Saul's leadership failures help you become a better leader today?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 46
- Bible (1 Samuel 13; 15)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - Applying Good Leadership Qualities in Daily Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Recite a poem on leadership and outline qualities needed and things to avoid as a good leader
- Apply lessons from Saul's failures to identify good leadership qualities at home, school and in the community
- Show commitment to exercising godly leadership qualities in personal spheres of influence

- Recite the poem on leadership and outline lessons learnt and things to avoid to be a good leader
- Buzz in groups on how each learner exercises leadership at home, school and in the community
- Write findings on a chart, do a gallery walk and rate each group's presentation on leadership qualities

How can knowledge of Saul's leadership failures help you become a better leader today?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 46
- Bible (1 Samuel 13; 15)
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

The Bible

Leadership in Israel: Saul - Qualities of Good Leadership and Review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline qualities of a good leader drawing from lessons on Saul's leadership
- Apply good leadership qualities to real-life scenarios such as Charles as class secretary
- Show resolve to be a responsible, obedient and God-fearing leader in all spheres of life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Fill in the table of qualities of good leaders contrasting them with Saul's failures
- Write down what Charles needs to do to be a successful class secretary based on lessons from Saul
- Answer end-of-sub-strand review questions on kingship, Samuel's warnings and Saul's failures

How does Saul's story challenge you to lead differently in your school and community?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 47
- Bible (1 Samuel 8; 13; 15)
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the Storm - Meaning of a Storm and Events of the Miracle

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the term storm in both its literal and symbolic senses
- Describe the events of the miracle of calming the storm from Mark 4:35-41
- Show willingness to call on Jesus Christ during storms and challenges in life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use a digital device or dictionary to search for the meaning of the word storm and brainstorm on its symbolic meaning
- Read Mark 4:35-41 in turns and describe the miracle of calming the storm
- Study figure 3.2 and narrate the story of the calming of the storm to classmates

What does the miracle of calming the storm teach about the power of Jesus Christ?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 55
- Bible (Mark 4:35-41)
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the Storm - Summary of Events of the Miracle

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline the sequence of events in the miracle of calming the storm
- Explain what the disciples' fear and Jesus' response reveal about His identity
- Value the assurance that Jesus Christ has power over all circumstances in life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use a digital device to watch a video clip on Jesus calming the storm and make notes in exercise books
- Write the events of the miracle of calming the storm on a chart and display in the CRE corner
- Discuss what the disciples' question "Who is this man?" reveals about the identity of Jesus Christ

What does Jesus' ability to calm the storm reveal about who He is?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 56
- Bible (Mark 4:35-41)
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the Storm - Lessons from the Miracle of Calming the Storm

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline lessons learnt from the miracle of calming the storm
- Relate Mr Kimotho's experience of drought and loss to the lessons of the miracle
- Show trust in Jesus Christ to intervene in personal storms and challenges

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read the conversation between Madam Oliva and Mr Kimotho and identify his challenges and how he overcame them
- Share personal experiences of challenging situations and the lessons learnt from them
- Read Mark 4:35-41 and outline lessons from the miracle on a chart or digital presentation

How does the miracle of calming the storm give hope to people facing challenges today?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 57
- Bible (Mark 4:35-41)
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the Storm - Challenges Young People Face in Day-to-Day Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify challenges that young people face in day-to-day life
- Discuss solutions to the moral and social challenges facing young people today
- Show resilience in facing daily challenges by trusting in God's guidance

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Rachael's youth seminar story and identify challenges young people face from the facilitator's talk
- Write a list of personal challenges and suggest ways of overcoming each in table 3.1
- Share and discuss challenges and solutions with classmates then write findings on a flip chart

What challenges do young people face today and how can they overcome them?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 58
- Bible (Psalms 91:1-6)
- Flip charts
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the Storm - Overcoming Challenges in Day-to-Day Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe ways of overcoming moral and social challenges in day-to-day life
- Apply Psalm 91:1-6 to identify God's protection and requirements for Christians
- Commit to using prayer, Bible reading and faith as practical tools for overcoming challenges

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Role-play the conversation between Polo and Onyanyo and discuss how Polo handled peer pressure
- Read Psalm 91:1-6 and fill table 3.2 on God's protection and what He requires of Christians
- Compose a song on overcoming challenges in life, rehearse and sing it in class

How can a young Christian use faith and the Bible to overcome daily challenges?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 59
- Bible (Psalms 91:1-6)
- Journals
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the Storm - Review and Application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise lessons learnt from the miracle of calming the storm
- Apply the lessons from the miracle to resolve real-life challenges such as Lucy's poor performance
- Show confidence in God's ability to calm the storms in their personal lives

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Answer review questions on lessons from the miracle of calming the storm
- Read Lucy's story about poor performance and discuss how she can apply lessons from the miracle
- Write down personal ways of depending on God in day-to-day life and share with the class

How can lessons from the miracle of calming the storm help you face your own storms?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 61
- Bible (Mark 4:35-41; Psalms 91)
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Calming the Storm - Review and Application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise lessons learnt from the miracle of calming the storm
- Apply the lessons from the miracle to resolve real-life challenges such as Lucy's poor performance
- Show confidence in God's ability to calm the storms in their personal lives

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Answer review questions on lessons from the miracle of calming the storm
- Read Lucy's story about poor performance and discuss how she can apply lessons from the miracle
- Write down personal ways of depending on God in day-to-day life and share with the class

How can lessons from the miracle of calming the storm help you face your own storms?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 61
- Bible (Mark 4:35-41; Psalms 91)
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the Paralytic - Events of the Healing of the Paralytic

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the term paralysis using a dictionary or reference materials
- Describe the events of the healing of the paralytic from Luke 5:17-26
- Appreciate the role of determined friends in bringing the paralytic to Jesus Christ

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use a dictionary to find the meaning of paralysis and write it in exercise books
- Read Luke 5:17-26 and describe the healing of the paralytic then write a summary
- Study figure 3.3 and describe what is taking place and why the man was lowered through the roof

What does the healing of the paralytic reveal about the power and compassion of Jesus Christ?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 62
- Bible (Luke 5:17-26)
- Dictionary
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the Paralytic - Poem on Healing and Summary of Events

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Recite the poem on Jesus healing the sick and describe what it teaches about His power
- Outline the sequence of events in the healing of the paralytic
- Explain the significance of Jesus forgiving the paralytic's sins before healing him

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Recite the poem on Jesus healing the sick and describe what it teaches about His power over sickness
- Use a digital device to watch a movie on the healing of the paralytic and describe the miracle
- Write a summary of the healing of the paralytic and share the presentation with the class

What is the significance of Jesus forgiving the paralytic's sins before healing him?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 63
- Bible (Luke 5:17-26)
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the Paralytic - Lessons from the Healing of the Paralytic

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline lessons Christians learn from the healing of the paralytic
- Relate the determination of the four friends to personal responsibility in supporting others
- Value compassion, determination and faith as virtues demonstrated in the miracle

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 5:17-26 and outline lessons learnt from the healing of the paralytic
- Discuss why Jesus healed the paralysed man and what it reveals about His character and authority
- Write a summary of lessons and present findings to the class

What lessons does the healing of the paralytic teach Christians about faith and determination?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 64
- Bible (Luke 5:17-26)
- Exercise books
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the Paralytic - Lessons from the Healing of the Paralytic

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline lessons Christians learn from the healing of the paralytic
- Relate the determination of the four friends to personal responsibility in supporting others
- Value compassion, determination and faith as virtues demonstrated in the miracle

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 5:17-26 and outline lessons learnt from the healing of the paralytic
- Discuss why Jesus healed the paralysed man and what it reveals about His character and authority
- Write a summary of lessons and present findings to the class

What lessons does the healing of the paralytic teach Christians about faith and determination?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 64
- Bible (Luke 5:17-26)
- Exercise books
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the Paralytic - The Pharisees' Opposition and Meaning of Blasphemy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the term blasphemy using a dictionary or library resources
- Explain why the Pharisees accused Jesus of blasphemy during the healing of the paralytic
- Appreciate that opposition does not diminish God's power as shown through the miracle

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use a dictionary or library resources to find the meaning of blasphemy and write it in notebooks
- Read Luke 5:17-26 and answer questions on the Pharisees' opposition to the healing
- Read Chebet's story on facing resistance and discuss how she overcame opposition

Why did the Pharisees oppose the healing of the paralytic and what does this reveal about Jesus?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 65
- Bible (Luke 5:17-26)
- Dictionary
- Library resources

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the Paralytic - Reasons for the Pharisees' Accusation of Blasphemy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline the specific reasons the Pharisees and teachers of the law accused Jesus of blasphemy
- Explain how Jesus proved His authority to forgive sins through the healing of the paralytic
- Discuss occasions when they faced resistance or rejection and how they handled it

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 5:17-26 and discuss why the Pharisees opposed the healing of the paralytic
- Write on a flip chart the reasons the Pharisees accused Jesus of blasphemy and display in class
- Discuss occasions when they faced resistance or rejection and how they overcame it

How did Jesus Christ respond to opposition from the Pharisees and what does it teach us?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 66
- Bible (Luke 5:17-26)
- Flip charts

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the Paralytic - Having Faith in God When Faced with Challenges

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how faith in God sustains a Christian when faced with challenges as shown in John's hospital story
- Apply Isaiah 53:4-5 to understand the basis of Christian confidence in God's healing power
- Summarise the key events and lessons from the healing of the paralytic

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read John's hospital story and discuss the lessons learnt on how he applied faith in God
- Read Isaiah 53:4-5 and discuss its teachings and write practical ways of applying them in personal life
- Answer end-of-sub-strand review questions on blasphemy, paralysis, events and lessons of the miracle

How does having faith in God help a Christian endure and overcome challenges?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 67
- Bible (Isaiah 53:4-5; Luke 5:17-26)
- Journals
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Miracles of Jesus Christ

Healing of the Paralytic - Having Faith in God When Faced with Challenges

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how faith in God sustains a Christian when faced with challenges as shown in John's hospital story
- Apply Isaiah 53:4-5 to understand the basis of Christian confidence in God's healing power
- Summarise the key events and lessons from the healing of the paralytic

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read John's hospital story and discuss the lessons learnt on how he applied faith in God
- Read Isaiah 53:4-5 and discuss its teachings and write practical ways of applying them in personal life
- Answer end-of-sub-strand review questions on blasphemy, paralysis, events and lessons of the miracle

How does having faith in God help a Christian endure and overcome challenges?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 67
- Bible (Isaiah 53:4-5; Luke 5:17-26)
- Journals
- Reference books

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

Teachings of Jesus Christ

Teaching on Prayer - Importance of Prayer in Day-to-Day Life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of prayer in day-to-day life
- Describe how prayer transformed Joshua's family and work situation
- Appreciate prayer as a key tool for communicating with God and overcoming challenges

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Joshua's story and outline the importance of prayer from his experience
- Share personal experiences of times God answered their prayers and write notes in exercise books
- Use digital devices to watch a video on the importance of prayer and make short notes for class presentation

Why should a Christian pray every day?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 68
- Bible (Matthew 6:5-15)
- Digital devices
- Journals

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Teachings of Jesus Christ

Teaching on Prayer - Importance of Having Faith When Praying to God
Teaching on Prayer - Praying for All People as Taught by Jesus Christ

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of having faith when praying to God using Mark 11:22-24
- Distinguish faith as described in Hebrews 11:1 from doubt
- Show commitment to praying with faith as a requirement for receiving answers from God

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Mark 11:22-24 and fill table 4.1 on what Jesus requires of those who pray and the assurances He gives
- Discuss the importance of having faith in God when praying and make class presentations
- Write down the importance of faith when praying and share a summary of notes with classmates

What role does faith play in making prayer effective?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 69
- Bible (Mark 11:22-24; Hebrews 11:1)
- Exercise books and tables
- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 70
- Bible (Matthew 5:44-45)
- Hymn books
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Teachings of Jesus Christ

Teaching on Prayer - Application of Jesus Christ's Teachings on Prayer

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse the main teachings of Jesus Christ on prayer from Matthew 6:5-8
- Develop a personal daily prayer schedule covering personal petitions and intercessions
- Apply the teachings of Jesus Christ on prayer in personal daily prayer life

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Matthew 6:5-8 and fill table 4.2 on what Jesus discourages, encourages and comments on concerning prayer
- Study the sample prayer schedule in table 4.3 and make a personal weekly prayer schedule for all days
- List the main teachings of Jesus Christ on prayer on charts and display in class

How should a Christian put the teachings of Jesus Christ on prayer into daily practice?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 71
- Bible (Matthew 6:5-8)
- Charts
- Journals

- Written assignments - Observation - Oral questions

Teachings of Jesus Christ

Teaching on Prayer - Teachings of Jesus Christ about Prayer
Teaching on Prayer - Review and Application

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State the teachings of Jesus Christ about prayer
- Explain why persistence, humility and forgiveness are essential in Christian prayer
- Commit to maintaining a consistent personal journal of daily prayer life and experiences

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the importance of having faith whenever they pray and write notes for class presentation
- Make a personal prayer journal including requests, thanksgiving, intercessions and specific prayer times
- Share the prayer journal with parents or guardians and discuss how it guides their prayer life

What are the key teachings of Jesus Christ that should guide a Christian's prayer life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 72
- Bible (Matthew 6:5-15; Mark 11:22-24)
- Journals
- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 73
- Bible (Matthew 5:44-45; 6:5-15; Mark 11:22-24)
- Reference books

- Journals - Observation - Oral questions

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The Lost Sheep - God's Love for the Sinner

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe God's love for sinners from the parable of the lost sheep in Luke 15:1-7
- Relate Verian's persistent concern for Dennis to the shepherd's search for the lost sheep
- Show willingness to demonstrate God's love towards those who have gone astray

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm on God's love for the sinner and share findings in class
- Read Verian and Dennis's story and answer questions on how Verian showed love and concern for Dennis
- Read Luke 15:1-7 and make notes on the parable of the lost sheep

How does the parable of the lost sheep portray God's love for the sinner?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 74
- Bible (Luke 15:1-7)
- Reference books

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The Lost Sheep - Events of the Parable of the Lost Sheep
The Lost Sheep - Poem and Lessons from the Parable

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Narrate the events of the parable of the lost sheep using pictures and a video clip
- Explain the reaction of the Pharisees and tax collectors to Jesus eating with sinners
- Appreciate that God values every sinner and rejoices when they repent

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study pictures of the parable and narrate to classmates what is happening in each
- Use a digital device to watch a video on the parable of the lost sheep and describe what is learnt
- Describe God's love for the sinner as outlined in the parable of the lost sheep

Why do angels in heaven rejoice when one sinner repents?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 75
- Bible (Luke 15:1-7)
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 76
- Exercise books and tables

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The Lost Sheep - Role-Play of the Parable of the Lost Sheep

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Re-enact the parable of the lost sheep through role-play outside the classroom
- Identify the different characters in the parable and what each represents
- Show commitment to seeking out those who are lost as demonstrated by the shepherd

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Assign roles for the role-play: tax collectors, Pharisees, Jesus, ninety-nine sheep, lost sheep, shepherd and neighbours
- Improvise costumes using locally available materials and rehearse until each participant masters their role
- Perform the role-play and outline lessons learnt from the parable based on the performance

What does each character in the parable of the lost sheep represent in real life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 77
- Bible (Luke 15:1-7)
- Locally available materials for costumes

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The Lost Sheep - Role-Play of the Parable of the Lost Sheep

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Re-enact the parable of the lost sheep through role-play outside the classroom
- Identify the different characters in the parable and what each represents
- Show commitment to seeking out those who are lost as demonstrated by the shepherd

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Assign roles for the role-play: tax collectors, Pharisees, Jesus, ninety-nine sheep, lost sheep, shepherd and neighbours
- Improvise costumes using locally available materials and rehearse until each participant masters their role
- Perform the role-play and outline lessons learnt from the parable based on the performance

What does each character in the parable of the lost sheep represent in real life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 77
- Bible (Luke 15:1-7)
- Locally available materials for costumes

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The Lost Sheep - Summary of Lessons and Responding to God's Saving Grace

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarise the key lessons from the parable of the lost sheep
- Describe how they respond to God's saving grace in their personal lives
- Value God's unconditional love for sinners as a model for Christian behaviour towards others

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the sequence of events in the parable and write summary notes on key lessons
- Describe how they respond to God's saving grace and share experiences with the class
- Brainstorm on how to reach out to the sinner and write points for class discussion

How should a Christian respond to God's saving grace in their day-to-day life?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 78
- Bible (Luke 15:1-7)
- Exercise books
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The Lost Sheep - Reaching Out to the Lost through Mission Work

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe ways the youth can reach out to the lost in society
- Relate the child-to-child mission article to the parable of the lost sheep
- Show commitment to actively participating in reaching out to lost and vulnerable people in the community

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study figure 4.2 and describe the mission activity and how it helps in reaching out to the lost
- Fill table 4.5 on ways to reach out to street children, drug users, school dropouts and pickpockets
- Read the child-to-child magazine excerpt and identify ways children can support victims of disasters

How can young Christians actively reach out to those who are lost in the community?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 79
- Bible (Luke 15:4-7)
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The Lost Sheep - Reaching Out to the Lost through Mission Work

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe ways the youth can reach out to the lost in society
- Relate the child-to-child mission article to the parable of the lost sheep
- Show commitment to actively participating in reaching out to lost and vulnerable people in the community

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study figure 4.2 and describe the mission activity and how it helps in reaching out to the lost
- Fill table 4.5 on ways to reach out to street children, drug users, school dropouts and pickpockets
- Read the child-to-child magazine excerpt and identify ways children can support victims of disasters

How can young Christians actively reach out to those who are lost in the community?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 79
- Bible (Luke 15:4-7)
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Teachings of Jesus Christ

The Lost Sheep - Evangelism, Song and Review

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Take part in evangelising to the lost through a class visit to the less fortunate
- Compose and sing a song on God's love for the lost
- Apply lessons of the parable to evaluate correct ways of responding to peers engaged in wrong behaviour

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Organise a class visit to a rehabilitation centre to share God's love by evangelising and donating items
- Compose a song on God's love for the sinner, practise and present during the school assembly or parents' day
- Answer review questions on the parable and discuss Cynthia's intervention actions towards Jane and Loyce

How does the parable of the lost sheep challenge you to change how you treat people who do wrong?

- Distinction CRE Grade 8 pg. 80
- Bible (Luke 15:1-7)
- Good News Bible
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation