INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS

The meaning and importance of Christian ethics
Principles of Christian Ethics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define ethics and morals. Define Christian ethics. Explain the importance of Christian ethics in daily life.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Brainstorming on terms 'ethikos' and 'moralis'; Discussion of Furaha Secondary School story (Mjanja and Majani); Analysis of contemporary moral challenges facing Christians

The Bible, Story extracts, Definition charts
The Bible, Cultural examples, Discussion guides

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 1-2

INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Sacred Scriptures as basis of Christian Ethics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight biblical teachings as foundation of Christian ethics. Discuss Old and New Testament moral principles. Explain challenges in biblical interpretation.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Scripture reading from Old and New Testament; Discussion of biblical interpretation challenges; Analysis of contemporary issues not in Bible (HIV/AIDS, genetic engineering)

The Bible, Biblical timeline, Contemporary issue examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 6-7

INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS

The Christian Community as basis of Christian Ethics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Cite roles of Christian community in shaping morality. Discuss church authority in moral guidance. Compare different church approaches to moral teaching.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of church authority structures; Comparison of mainline vs Pentecostal churches; Analysis of church statements on moral issues

The Bible, Church structure charts, Sample statements

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 7-8

INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Life Skills - Critical and Creative Thinking

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define life skills and their importance. Discuss critical thinking as life skill. Explain creative thinking and its applications.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition and categorization of life skills; Analysis of prophets using critical thinking; Study of Jesus' creative responses and God's creativity

The Bible, Life skills charts, Thinking examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 14-16

INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Life Skills - Decision Making

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss decision making as essential life skill. Explain the decision-making process. Analyze biblical examples of good and poor decisions.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Analysis of decision-making process; Study of Adam/Eve vs Jesus' decisions; Discussion of consequences and responsible choices

The Bible, Decision scenarios, Genesis 3 materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 16-17

INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Life Skills - Self-Esteem and Assertiveness

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss self-esteem and its importance. Explain assertiveness as life skill. Analyze biblical examples of self-esteem and assertiveness.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of self-esteem building; Biblical examples (David, Solomon, apostles); Analysis of assertiveness (Moses, Joseph) vs aggression

The Bible, Self-esteem tools, Assertiveness examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 17-19

INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Life Skills - Self-Esteem and Assertiveness

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss self-esteem and its importance. Explain assertiveness as life skill. Analyze biblical examples of self-esteem and assertiveness.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of self-esteem building; Biblical examples (David, Solomon, apostles); Analysis of assertiveness (Moses, Joseph) vs aggression

The Bible, Self-esteem tools, Assertiveness examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 17-19

HUMAN SEXUALITY

Definition of human sexuality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define human sexuality. Discuss sexuality as integral part of human personality. Explain the difference between sex and sexuality.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Brainstorming on male and female differences; Discussion on biological and psychological differences; Analysis of how sexuality affects thinking, attitudes and behavior; Examination of sexuality as God's gift

The Bible, Gender role charts, Discussion guides

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 21-22

HUMAN SEXUALITY

Christian teaching on human sexuality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight biblical foundation of human sexuality. Discuss creation of male and female in God's image. Explain sexuality as message of love and mutual fidelity.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Scripture reading Genesis 1:27, 1:31, 2:18-25; Discussion of complementary nature of man and woman; Analysis of sexuality as divine love expression; Examination of Old Testament regulations on sexual conduct

The Bible, Genesis creation passages, Love concept charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Page 24

HUMAN SEXUALITY

Christian teaching on male and female relationships

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight biblical foundation of male-female equality. Discuss marriage relationship principles. Analyze Christian standards for moral relationships.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Scripture study Genesis 1:27-28, Matthew 5:31-32; Analysis of Ephesians 5:21-29 on marriage roles; Discussion of 1 Corinthians 7:2-5 on conjugal rights; Examination of Christian virtues: chastity, respect, self-control

The Bible, Marriage scripture passages, Virtue charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 26-27

HUMAN SEXUALITY

Christian teaching on male and female relationships

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight biblical foundation of male-female equality. Discuss marriage relationship principles. Analyze Christian standards for moral relationships.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Scripture study Genesis 1:27-28, Matthew 5:31-32; Analysis of Ephesians 5:21-29 on marriage roles; Discussion of 1 Corinthians 7:2-5 on conjugal rights; Examination of Christian virtues: chastity, respect, self-control

The Bible, Marriage scripture passages, Virtue charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 26-27

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Christian teaching on responsible sexual behaviour (continued)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Analyze biblical teachings on marriage and sex. Explain Christian guidelines for married couples. Discuss sex as God's gift within marriage.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Scripture study Genesis 1:27-28, 2:19, 2:23-24; Discussion of sex as sacred gift from God; Analysis of Ephesians 5:22-33, 1 Peter 3:1-7 on marriage relationships; Examination of love, faithfulness and mutual submission in marriage

The Bible, Genesis and Ephesians passages, Marriage relationship materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 28-29

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Irresponsible sexual behaviour - Incest

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define incest and its biblical condemnation. Explain effects of incest on individuals and families. Analyze biblical examples of incest condemnation.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of incest as sexual intercourse between close relatives; Scripture study Leviticus 18:6-18, 20:11-21; Analysis of John the Baptist condemning Herod (Luke 3:19-20); Discussion of Paul's condemnation in 1 Corinthians 5:1-3; Examination of effects: shame, guilt, family breakdown

The Bible, Leviticus and Luke passages, Effects analysis charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 30-31

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Irresponsible sexual behaviour - Rape

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define rape as sexual violence. Analyze Melissa Musau's story and effects of rape. Discuss biblical condemnation and preventive measures.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Reading and discussion of Melissa's rape ordeal story; Analysis of rape as denial of victim's rights and expression of hatred; Study of biblical condemnation (Judges 19-20, Deuteronomy 22:25); Discussion of preventive measures: home safety, walking precautions, driving safety

The Bible, Melissa's story extract, Safety guideline materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 31-36

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Irresponsible sexual behaviour - Rape

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define rape as sexual violence. Analyze Melissa Musau's story and effects of rape. Discuss biblical condemnation and preventive measures.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Reading and discussion of Melissa's rape ordeal story; Analysis of rape as denial of victim's rights and expression of hatred; Study of biblical condemnation (Judges 19-20, Deuteronomy 22:25); Discussion of preventive measures: home safety, walking precautions, driving safety

The Bible, Melissa's story extract, Safety guideline materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 31-36

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Irresponsible sexual behaviour - Fornication

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define fornication and its biblical condemnation. Explain causes of pre-marital sex among youth. Analyze effects of fornication on individuals and society.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of fornication as sexual intercourse between unmarried people; Scripture study Matthew 15:19, 1 Corinthians 6:18-20; Analysis of causes: human weakness, sexual curiosity, peer pressure, media influence, poverty; Discussion of effects: unwed pregnancy, guilt feelings, HIV/STIs, loss of self-respect

The Bible, Matthew and 1 Corinthians passages, Cause and effect charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 36-39

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Irresponsible sexual behaviour - Adultery

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define adultery and its traditional/biblical condemnation. Explain effects of adultery on marriage and family. Discuss Christian teaching on faithfulness in marriage.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Definition of adultery as illicit sexual intercourse outside marriage; Study of traditional African punishments: whipping, compensation, divorce; Scripture analysis Deuteronomy 22:22, Matthew 5:27-28, 5:31-32; Examination of effects: unplanned pregnancy, STIs, divorce, family violence, guilt feelings

The Bible, Deuteronomy and Matthew passages, Traditional punishment examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 39-41

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Irresponsible sexual behaviour - Prostitution and Homosexuality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define prostitution and analyze its causes and effects. Explain biblical condemnation of homosexuality. Discuss Christian response to sexual perversion.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of prostitution as offering body for money; Analysis of causes: poverty, unemployment, broken homes, uncontrolled desires; Study of biblical condemnation (Leviticus 19:29, 21:7-9); Definition of homosexuality and lesbianism; Scripture study Leviticus 18:22, Romans 1:26-27; Discussion of effects and Christian pastoral response

The Bible, Leviticus and Romans passages, Social issue analysis materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 41-44

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Irresponsible sexual behaviour - Prostitution and Homosexuality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define prostitution and analyze its causes and effects. Explain biblical condemnation of homosexuality. Discuss Christian response to sexual perversion.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of prostitution as offering body for money; Analysis of causes: poverty, unemployment, broken homes, uncontrolled desires; Study of biblical condemnation (Leviticus 19:29, 21:7-9); Definition of homosexuality and lesbianism; Scripture study Leviticus 18:22, Romans 1:26-27; Discussion of effects and Christian pastoral response

The Bible, Leviticus and Romans passages, Social issue analysis materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 41-44

RESPONSIBLE SEXUAL BEHAVIOUR

Irresponsible sexual behaviour - Divorce and Abortion

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain divorce as consequence of irresponsible behaviour. Define abortion and analyze its effects. Discuss Christian teaching on sanctity of life and marriage permanence.

In groups, learners are guided to:
Discussion of divorce as legal dissolution of marriage; Analysis of causes: unfaithfulness, poverty, violence, childlessness; Study of Jesus' teaching Mark 10:1-12, Matthew 5:31-32; Definition of abortion as deliberate removal of foetus; Examination of reasons and effects: stillbirth, infertility, depression, risk of death

The Bible, Mark and Matthew passages, Divorce and abortion statistics

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 45-47