CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Definition of law, order and justice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define law, order and justice. Identify different types of laws. Explain the importance of law in society. Distinguish between statutory and customary laws.

Q/A on school rules and regulations; Brain storming on types of laws; Group discussions on importance of laws; Exposition on civil, criminal and constitutional laws; Practical examples of laws affecting daily life.

The Bible, school rules handbook, chalkboard, exercise books, local newspapers.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 163-165

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

The need for law, order and justice in society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the need for law, order and justice. Discuss how law promotes economic growth. Analyze the role of law in protecting rights. Evaluate law's role in maintaining security.

Probing questions on lawless societies; Detailed discussions on economic stability; Group work on human rights protection; Exposition on taxation and law enforcement; Case studies on countries with good governance; Q/A on investor confidence.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, old newspapers, local examples from community.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 165-167

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Rights and duties of citizens

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define citizenship and citizen rights. Identify civil, political and socio-economic rights. Explain duties and obligations of citizens. Analyze international human rights instruments.

Bible reading on human dignity; Group discussions on constitutional rights; Exposition on naturalisation process; Analysis of UN Declaration of Human Rights; Role-play on citizen responsibilities; Q/A on balancing rights and duties.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, simple handwritten charts, local newspapers.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 167-169

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Traditional African understanding of law, order and justice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss traditional African laws and customs. Explain methods of maintaining order in traditional society. Analyze traditional justice systems. Evaluate traditional conflict resolution mechanisms.

Narratives on ancestral laws and taboos; Group discussions on traditional punishments; Exposition on role of elders and chiefs; Case studies on oath administration; Practical examples of covenant making; Discussion on intermarriage as peacemaking.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, invited community elder, simple drawings on chalkboard.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 169-171

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Biblical teachings on law - Old Testament and Jesus' fulfillment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight Old Testament laws (Torah). Discuss Jesus' interpretation of Mosaic Law. Compare Mosaic Law with Jesus' teachings. Analyze the Sermon on the Mount teachings.

Bible reading from Exodus, Deuteronomy and Matthew; Detailed analysis of Ten Commandments; Group discussions on Jesus' new interpretations; Exposition on love commandments; Case studies comparing old and new laws; Q/A on law's fulfillment in Christ.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, simple comparison charts drawn on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 171-175

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Biblical teachings on order and justice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss God as a God of order in creation and Exodus. Explain orderliness in Jesus' ministry. Analyze Old Testament teachings on justice. Evaluate New Testament justice principles.

Bible reading from Genesis and 1 Corinthians; Narratives on God's orderly creation; Group analysis of Jesus' systematic ministry; Exposition on prophetic calls for justice; Case studies on David, Solomon and prophets; Discussion on John Baptist's justice teachings.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, simple timeline drawn on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 175-177

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Social disorders - discrimination (racism and tribalism)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define discrimination and its forms. Discuss racism and its effects. Analyze tribalism/ethnicism causes and effects. Suggest remedies for racial and ethnic discrimination.

Brain storming on discrimination examples; Case study analysis of apartheid in South Africa; Group discussions on ethnic conflicts in Africa; Problem-solving on xenophobia; Exposition on Christian responses to discrimination; Role-play on promoting unity.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, old newspapers, simple maps drawn on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 177-184

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Social disorders - gender discrimination and inequitable distribution of wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss sexism and gender-based discrimination. Analyze causes and effects of gender inequality. Explain inequitable distribution of wealth and resources. Suggest Christian remedies for these social disorders.

Probing questions on gender roles; Group discussions on women's rights; Bible reading on Jesus' treatment of women; Analysis of wealth distribution statistics; Exposition on economic inequality effects; Case studies on early church sharing.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, local examples, simple statistics written on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 184-187

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Social disorders - crime, its causes and remedies

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define crime and identify types of crimes. Analyze causes of crime in society. Discuss punishment as remedy for crime. Explain rehabilitation of criminals. Evaluate other crime prevention methods.

Brain storming on crime examples; Group analysis of crime causes; Detailed discussions on forms of punishment; Exposition on rehabilitation programs; Case studies on successful crime prevention; Q/A on balancing punishment and mercy.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, local newspapers, school disciplinary examples.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 187-191

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Church-state relationship and Christian role in society transformation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain church-state relationship in Kenya. Discuss areas of cooperation and conflict. Analyze Christian participation in social, economic and political life. Evaluate Christian role in transforming society.

Bible reading on Christian civic duties; Group discussions on church-state cooperation; Exposition on Christian social responsibility; Case studies on Christian institutions in Kenya; Problem-solving on church-state conflicts; Topic review and consolidation.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, local examples of churches and schools, simple diagrams on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 191-195

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Church-state relationship and Christian role in society transformation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain church-state relationship in Kenya. Discuss areas of cooperation and conflict. Analyze Christian participation in social, economic and political life. Evaluate Christian role in transforming society.

Bible reading on Christian civic duties; Group discussions on church-state cooperation; Exposition on Christian social responsibility; Case studies on Christian institutions in Kenya; Problem-solving on church-state conflicts; Topic review and consolidation.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, local examples of churches and schools, simple diagrams on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 191-195

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Definition of science, technology and environment. Benefits of science and technology

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define science, technology and environment. Explain benefits of science and technology to human beings. Analyze how Christians should use modern science and technology. Discuss God's mandate to human beings in creation.

Q/A on scientific knowledge from other subjects; Brain storming on technological devices in daily life; Group discussions on benefits of technology; Exposition on human beings as co-creators with God; Practical examples of technology in communication, transport and medicine.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, examples of simple technology (mobile phones, radios), local newspapers.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 196-198

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Christian views on euthanasia and blood transfusion

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define euthanasia and blood transfusion. Discuss arguments for and against euthanasia. Analyze Christian views on euthanasia and blood transfusion. Explain biblical teachings on sanctity of life.

Bible reading on sanctity of life; Detailed discussions on mercy killing vs murder; Group analysis of medical ethics; Case studies on terminal illness decisions; Exposition on blood as life in scripture; Q/A on saving lives vs religious beliefs.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, medical examples from local hospitals, simple diagrams drawn on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 198-201

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Christian views on organ transplant and genetic engineering

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain organ transplant procedures and benefits. Define genetic engineering and its applications. Discuss Christian support and opposition to these practices. Analyze biblical examples of God's creative work.

Probing questions on organ donation; Group discussions on heart and kidney transplants; Bible reading on Adam's rib and Eve's creation; Exposition on genetic modification benefits and dangers; Case studies on successful transplants; Discussion on human cloning ethics.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, simple drawings of human organs, local examples of medical procedures.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 201-203

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Christian views on plastic surgery and environmental impact of science and technology

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain plastic surgery types and reasons. Discuss Christian response to cosmetic surgery. Define pollution and its types. Analyze environmental problems caused by technology.

Brain storming on beauty and appearance; Group discussions on reconstructive vs cosmetic surgery; Bible reading on being created in God's image; Exposition on land, air, water and noise pollution; Practical examples of pollution in local environment; Q/A on balancing development and conservation.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, examples of pollution from school environment, simple environmental observations.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 203-209

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Christian response to desertification and deforestation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define desertification and deforestation. Identify causes and effects of environmental degradation. Explain Christian responsibility for environmental conservation. Suggest practical ways Christians can protect the environment.

Bible reading on stewardship of creation; Group analysis of causes of desertification; Detailed discussions on deforestation effects; Exposition on tree planting and conservation; Case studies on environmental success stories; Problem-solving on local environmental challenges; Topic review and consolidation.

The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, local examples of environmental changes, simple tree planting demonstrations, seedlings if available.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 209-212