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WEEK 1 Date……………………
TOPIC: JESUS CARES FOR PEOPLE IN NEED
CONTENT:
(a) Jesus provided for the wedding guest at Canaan in Galilee Jn. 2:1-11
(b) Feeding of five thousand people John 6:5-14
WEEK 3 Date…………………
TOPIC: JESUS CARES FOR MAN WITH UNCLEAN SPIRIT
CONTENT:
(a) THE DEMONIC AT GERASENE
(b) Jesus heals Bartimaeus the blind man Mark. 10:46-52
EVALUATION
The healing of the blind man took place where?
Explain how he demonstrated his faith?
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Bk 2 By I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Bk 2 By Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Bk 2 By Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus healed the man with an unclean spirit in the country of ________
(a) Capernaum (b) Geraseros (c) Jericho
2. “........I adjure thee by God that thou torment me not ....’This statement was made by _____ a) The
leper b) The centurion servant c) The man with the unclean spirit
3. Jesus meet the centurion at a) Galilee b) Gerasene c) Capernaun
4. “.....Lord trouble not thyself’ for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof....” This
statement was made by (a) The centurion b) His servant c) His friends
5 The centurion was a ______ a) Jew b) Gentile c) Samaritan
THEORY
1) How can we manifest great faith in God like the centurion did?
2) Describe the miracle of Healing blind Bartimaeus.
WEEK 4
TOPIC :THE HEALING MIRACLES OF JESUS CHRIST
CONTENT:
Healing of the Leper [Mark 1:40- 45, Luke 17:11-17]
According to Mark, a leper came to Jesus, the said to Jesus “If you want you can, you can make me
clean”. Jesus was filled with pity and he stretched out his hand and touched him. “I do” he answered, Be
clean!” At once the disease left the man, and he was clean.
In the Book of Luke, Jesus was at the border of Samaria and Galilee while he was going to Jerusalem;
Ten lepers approached Jesus, requesting that he should pity them and show mercy on them. Jesus said to
them “Go and let the priest examine you”. On their way they were made clean. When one of them saw
that he was healed, he came back, praising God in a loud voice. The man was a Samaritan; Jesus said
: “There were ten men who were healed; where are the other nine? Why is the foreigner the only one who
came to give thanks to God?” Jesus said to him, “Get up and go; your faith has made you well.”
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Bk 2 By I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Bk 2 By Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Bk 2 By Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus healed the man with an unclean spirit in the country of ________
(a) Capernaum (b) Geraseros (c) Jericho
2. “........I adjure thee by God that thou torment me not ....’This statement was made by _____ a) The
leper b) The centurion servant c) The man with the unclean spirit
3. Jesus met the centurion at a) Galilee b) Gerasene c) Capernaun
4. “.....Lord trouble not thyself’ for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof....” This
statement was made by (a) The centurion b) His servant c) His friends
5 The centurion was a ______ a) Jew b) Gentile c) Samaritan
WEEK 5 Date……
TOPIC: JESUS’ POWER OVER DEATH
CONTENT:
(a) Jesus raised the widow’s son at Nain Luke 7:11-17
(b) Jesus raised Lazarus at Bethany John 11:1-44
(I) JESUS RAISED THE WIDOW’S SON AT NAIN. LUKE 7:11-17
Jesus went to the city called Nain, shortly after the healing of the centurion’s servant at Capernaum. His
disciple and a large crowd went with Him. At the gate of the city. He met some people taking away the dead
body of the only son of a widow for burial. When Jesus saw the widow, He took pity on her and told her not to
weep. He decided to help her by raising her son to life. He looked into the bier (coffin) in which the dead body
was being carried for burial and said, ‘young man, I say to you arise’ immediately, the dead man rose up and
started talking. Jesus then gave him to his mother-All the people around where amazed and they praised God
saying ‘A great prophet is risen among us’, and God has visited His people.’ The report of this event went round
the whole Judea and all its neighbours.
(II) JESUS RAISES LAZARUS AT BETHANY. JOHN 11:1-44
Lazarus from Bethany fell sick and this was reported to Jesus their family friend. Jesus was unable to
go immediately he received the news. When at last He got to Bethany. Lazarus was already dead and had been
buried for four days. Despite the situation of things, Martha, one of Lazarus sister, believed that Jesus could still
raise her brother from the dead.
When she saw Jesus, she said ‘Lord. If you had been here, my brother would not have died, and even
now I know that whatever you ask God, God will give it to you’ Martha’s faith was strong.” Jesus quoted John
11:25-26.
Now, Mary and the other Jewish mourners later Joined Martha at the gate of their village where she was
speaking to Jesus, when Jesus noticed how sad the people were. He was deep moved with sorrow. He then
asked for where Lazarus was buried. When they led Him to Lazarus’ tomb, Jesus wept. Then He asked them to
remove the tomb stone. After praying to God, He called out in a loud voice, ‘Lazarus out. Lazarus came out
alive. His hand and feet were untied and he became free.
MORAL LESSON
1. Death is not the end
2. There is need to have faith we should share with the form of others.
EVALUATION.
1) Compare the story of raising the widow’s son with that of raising Jairus daughter
2) What happened at the tomb of Lazarus?
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Bk 2 By I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Bk 2 By Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Bk 2 By Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus miracle of Healing was meant to _____ a) Bribe the crowd to believe in Him b) Demonstrate his
power as the Messiah c) Indicate that God was with Him and He was fulfilling the aims of the
kingdom of God
2. Jesus raised Lazarus from death because a) He wanted to win more convert
b) Lazarus had not committed any sin c) He loved him dearly and wanted to show what it would
be like for all those who believe in him
3) Lazarus was from the city of _____ a) Nain b) Bethany c) Jericho
4) Lazarus had been dead for _______ day a) 2 b) 3 c) 4
5) After Jesus raised the widow’s only son from death. All the people around were amazed and they
praised God saying a) Jesus is the messiah a) A great prophet has risen among us c) This is
indeed the prophet who is come into the world
THEORY
1. How did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead?
2. What three lessons do we learn from the story of how Jesus raised Lazarus at Bethany?
[A] PARABLES ABOUT GOD’S RELATIONSHIP WITH HIS PEOPLE[ Luke 15: 18-32]
Parables are earthly stories with heavenly or spiritual meaning. Jesus used parables to illustrate his teachings on
God’s care and love for sinners. They also talked about attitude of Christians on how they can show high degree
of maturity and responsibility in their daily activities.
CONTENT:
(1) The lost sheep; Luke 15:1-7
2) The lost coin Luke 15:8-10
3) The prodigal son Luke 15:11-32
4) The parable of the sower
INTERPRETATION
1. There is great joy in heaven over a sinner who repents
2. Our God is a compassionate God. There is no limit to His love
3. God values human beings highly
4. God has given us freedom to choose, act or speak.
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Bk 2 By I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Bk 2 By Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Bk 2 By Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus taught in parables in order to
(a) Confuse His hearers (b) Make His lesson clear
(c) Point out that He was wise.
2. The prodigal son was welcomed back to his father’s home because
a) He forced his parents to do so
b) His father loved him as a person and did not want him to perish
c) His father was about to die
3. Which of the sons in the parable of the prodigal son collected his inheritance?
a) Younger son b) Elders son c) None of them
INTERPRETATION
The first two servants were matured and responsible Christians who asked God’s gift in their lives very well.
The third servant represents an unfaithful irresponsible Christian who did not use God’s gift well
EVALUATION
1) Explain briefly the parable of the unforgiving servant
2) How best can we treat those offend us?
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Book 2 by I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Book 2 by Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Book 2 by Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. The other five virgins were called foolish because a) They fell asleep
b) They went before the bridegroom came c) They did not prepare well for the occasion
2. Which is regarded as the Bridegroom in our study a) ten of the maidens
b) The wise maidens c) Jesus Christ
3. Which of the following is true of the foolish virgins?
a) They were careless and irresponsible b) They were immature and irresponsible
c) All of the above
4. In the parable of the talent, the Bible said the servants were given talent according to their
a) Abilities b) Seriousness c) Wealth and possession
5. Which of the three servants received commendation a) the servant with one talent b) The
servant with two and five talents c) The servant with one and two talent
THEORY
1. Interpret the action of each servant in the parable of the talents
2. Why were the five virgins regarded as foolish in the parable of the ten virgin
PAYMENT OF TAXES
Jesus was obedient and also taught obedience to the laws of the community. A good Christian is one who is also
good citizen .Jesus as well, as his disciples, paid their taxes. It is highly expedient, that we obey the laws ,rules,
regulations and also keep the road signs. This will lead to peace and harmony in our society.
EVALUATION.
1) Why do we have to pay tax?
2) List 4 rules you must keep while you are in school.
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Book 2 by I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Book 2 by Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Book 2 by Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory) [Matt22:22-24,17:24-27,19:16-22;Mark:7:9-13;2:22-
24,41-45]
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus Christ was Circumcised on what day a) Seventh day b) 8th day
th
c) 9 day
2. Render to Caesar things that are Caesars and to God things that are Gods.” This statement was made by
a) Peter b) Paul c) Jesus Christ
3. Who was told to go to the priest and obtain a certificate of cleansing?
a) Adulterer b) Blind man c) Leper
4.) Peter paid tribute to collectors from the money taken from ______
a) His pocket b) Mouth of fish c) Mouth of birds
5.) Jesus Christ subjected himself to religious laws only a) True b) False
THEORY
1. Explain how you can subject yourself to religious laws
2. Discuss your civil laws
WEEK TEN
TOPIC: JESUS CHRIST CLARIRIFIES THE TRUE MEANING OF THE LAW
CONTENT:
(1) The observance of the Sabbath day [Mark 2:23-28;3:1-12]
(2) The practice of Corban [Mark 7:9-13]
(3) Ceremonial cleanness [Mark 7:18;14:23]
(I) THE OBSERVANCE OF THE SABBATH DAY OR HUMAN NEEDS ABOVE THE
DEMANDS OF THE LAW.[ Mark 2:23-28’3:1- 6 ]
When the Pharisees challenge Jesus for allowing his disciples to pluck corn on a Sabbath, He reminded
them on how David entered the house of God and ate the sacred bread when he was hungry. Jesus
therefore declared; the Sabbath was made for man; not man for the Sabbath.
A man with a withered hand was brought to Jesus to heal on a Sabbath day. The Pharisee came around
to know what He would do. Jesus knowing their intentions asked them “is it lawful on the Sabbath to do
good or to do harm, to save life or to kill. The Pharisee were confused. Jesus went ahead to cure the
man.
The conclusion, some human needs are above others.
(II) THE PRATICE OF CORBAN [Mark 7:9 -13]
Corban is a Jewish word which means dedicating or giving something to God. It was the practice of the
Jew to give their property to God .Such property will be used to maintain the temple and the prist
who worked in the Temple. The law of Corban states that once a property is declared a Corban,
no part of it is to be used by that person to help anyone in need of help . Some of them declared
their property to be Corban ,but they did not give it up for God’s use.They did this in order to
prevent using other part of it to help anyone including their parents.This law enabled some of the
Jews to dodge their responsibilities to their parents. Jesus condemned this evil practice and he
said that the people had made the Commandments of God useless by the law of Corban.
EVALUATION
What is Corban?
Give reason why Jesus condemned the law of Corban?
(III) CEREMONIAL CLEANNESS OR PURITY AND HUMAN LAW[ MK 7:1-13;18;14:23]
The Pharisee and Scribes condemned the disciples of Jesus for eating bread with unwashed hands. For
the Pharisees and all the Jews, except they wash, they will not eat. They also wash cups, pots, brazen
vessels and tables before eating or doing anything with them when they come from market; thereby
holding the tradition of the elders.
These were the charges the Pharisee and scribes brought to Jesus that his disciples failed to keep or
walk according to the traditions of the elders. Jesus responded to them by saying that they honour God
with their lips, but their heart is far from Him. That they worship God in vain teaching doctrines and the
commandments of men and laying aside the commandments of God.
Jesus further told them that purity of heart should supersede human laws. Human laws can be changed
and broken, but purity of heart becomes paramount as that is the only passport one has to see God. He
also told them that there is nothing that enters into a man that can defile him, but the things which come
out of him; those are the things that defile the man.
EVALUATION
1) How did Jesus defend his use of the Sabbath?
2) Identify two Old Testament law in the passage (Matt 5:21-28) what does Jesus Christ teach about these
laws?
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Book 2 by I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Book 2 by Tunde Erumol eta’l.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus condemned anger by saying that anyone who says “you fool shall be
liable to a) Judgment b) Hell fire c) Punishment
2. W e are told not to swear by a) heaven b) Jerusalem c) All of the above
3. ___is the law of Jesus a) Eye for eye b) Tooth for tooth c) Turn the left cheek if someone slaps you on the
right.
4. ____ is the New Testament law on adultery a) Only shaping with a married woman b) Looking at a
woman lustfully c) Receiving a certificate of divorce
5 _____ are the people that challenged Jesus when His disciples were hungry and plucking corn on a Sabbath
a) Gentile b) Pharisee c) Herodians
THEORY
1. State five Old Testament law that Jesus clarified in Matt 5:41-45
2. How did Jesus defined his us?
II) HUMAN NEEDS ABOVE THE DEMANDS OF THE LAW. Mark 2:23-28’3:1- 6
When the Pharisees challenge Jesus for allowing his disciples to pluck corn on a Sabbath, He reminded
them on how David entered the house of God and ate the sacred bread when he was hungry. Jesus
therefore declared; the Sabbath was made for man; not man for the Sabbath.
A man with a withered hand was brought to Jesus to heal on a Sabbath day. The Pharisee came around
to know what He would do. Jesus knowing their intentions asked them “is it lawful on the Sabbath to do
good or to do harm, to save life or to kill. The Pharisee were confused. Jesus went ahead to cure the
man.
The conclusion, some human needs are above others.
III) PURITY AND HUMAN LAW MK 7:1-13
The Pharisee and Scribes condemned the disciples of Jesus for eating bread with unwashed hands. For
the Pharisees and all the Jews, except they wash, they will not eat. They also wash cups, pots, brazen
vessels and tables before eating or doing anything with them when they come from market; thereby
holding the tradition of the elders.
These were the charges the Pharisee and scribes brought to Jesus that his disciples failed to keep or
walk according to the traditions of the elders. Jesus responded to them by saying that they honour God
with their lips, but their heart is far from Him. That they worship God in vain teaching doctrines and the
commandments of men and laying aside the commandments of God.
Jesus further told them that purity of heart should supersede human laws. Human laws can be changed
and broken, but purity of heart becomes paramount as that is the only passport one has to see God. He
also told them that there is nothing that enters into a man that can defile him, but the things which come
out of him; those are the things that defile the man.
EVALUATION
1) How did Jesus defend his use of the Sabbath?
2) Identify two Old Testament law in the passage (Matt 5:21-28) what does Jesus Christ teach about these
laws?
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Book 2 by I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Book 2 by Tunde Erumol eta’l.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus condemned anger by saying that anyone who says “you fool shall be
liable to a) Judgment b) Hell fire c) Punishment
2. W e are told not to swear by a) heaven b) Jerusalem c) All of the above
3. ___is the law of Jesus a) Eye for eye b) Tooth for tooth c) Turn the left cheek if someone slaps you on the
right.
4. ____ is the New Testament law on adultery a) Only shaping with a married woman b) Looking at a
woman lustfully c) Receiving a certificate of divorce
5 _____ are the people that challenged Jesus when His disciples were hungry and plucking corn on a Sabbath
a) Gentile b) Pharisee c) Herodians
THEORY
1. State five Old Testament law that Jesus clarified in Matt 5:41-45
2. How did Jesus defined his use
CONCLUSION
1. Love is free: - There is no limit to love. It touches all aspects of life
2. Love is better expressed. We must act it out, to meet and help a neighbour in need.
EVALUATION.
1) What are the properties of love?
2) Explain what was written in the law which Jesus asked the lawyer to recite.
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Book 2 by I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Book 2 by Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. R.S.V BIBLE [John 13:34-35]
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Which of the following is true of the foolish virgins?
a) They were careless and irresponsible b) They were immature and irresponsible
c) All of the above
2. The story of the feeding of five thousand people indicates that (a) Those who follow Jesus would
never be hungry (b) God uses what we have given him to benefit us and others
(c) There is need to prepare our food because God would send his holy angels to feed us
3. Which of the following is not correct? Nicodemus was a) A Jew b) A Pharisees c) A Theologian
4 The woman who Jesus met at Jacob’s well was a) A Jew b) A poor Samaritan c) An Israelite
5. Which of the following statement is correct? a) Marry Samaritans believed in Jesus because
b) Marry Samaritan came to Jesus so that they can have the living water
c) Marry Samaritan came to Jesus to put him to test.
THEORY
1. What was the first miracle Jesus performed at the beginning of his ministry?
2. What did Jesus do to feed five thousand people?
II. HEALING OF BLIND BARTIMAEUS MARK 10:46-52
Jesus was passing through Jericho a great multitude followed him. A blind beggar named Bartimaeus
started to shout ‘Jesus, son of David, have mercy on me”. The people silenced him but he kept on
shouting. Jesus stopped and sent for him
He asked him what he wanted and he said that he wanted to regain his sight. Jesus said “Go your faith has made
you well.” Immediately he regained his sight.
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Bk 2 By I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Bk 2 By Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Bk 2 By Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus healed the man with an unclean spirit in the country of ________
(a) Capernaum (b) Geraseros (c) Jericho
2. “........I adjure thee by God that thou torment me not ....’This statement was made by _____ a) The
leper b) The centurion servant c) The man with the unclean spirit
3. Jesus meet the centurion at a) Galilee b) Gerasene c) Capernaun
4. “.....Lord trouble not thyself’ for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof....” This
statement was made by (a) The centurion b) His servant c) His friends
5 The centurion was a ______ a) Jew b) Gentile c) Samaritan
WEEK 3 Date……………………
TOPIC: JESUS POWER OVER DEATH
CONTENT:
(a) Jesus raised the widow’s son at Nain Luke 7:11-17
(b) Jesus raised Lazarus at Bethany John 11:1-44
(I) JESUS RAISED THE WIDOW’S SON AT NAIN. LUKE 7:11-17
Jesus went to the city called Nain, shortly after the healing of the centurion’s servant at Capernaum. His
disciple and a large crowd went with Him. At the gate of the city. He met some people taking away the dead
body of the only son of a widow for burial. When Jesus saw the widow, He took pity on her and told her not to
weep. He decided to help her by raising her son to life. He looked into the bier (coffin) in which the dead body
was being carried for burial and said, ‘young man, I say to you arise’ immediately, the dead man rose up and
started talking. Jesus then gave him to his mother-All the people around where amazed and they praised God
saying ‘A great prophet is risen among us’, and God has visited His people.’ The report of this event went round
the whole Judea and all its neighbours.
(II) JESUS RAISES LAZARUS AT BETHANY. JOHN 11:1-44
Lazarus from Bethany fell sick and this was reported to Jesus their family friend. Jesus was unable to
go immediately he received the news. When at last He got to Bethany. Lazarus was already dead and had been
buried for four days. Despite the situation of things, Martha, one of Lazarus sister, believed that Jesus could still
raise her brother from the dead.
When she saw Jesus, she said ‘Lord. If you had been here, my brother would not have died, and even
now I know that whatever you ask God, God will give it to you’ Martha’s faith was strong.” Jesus quoted John
11:25-26.
Now, Mary and the other Jewish mourners later Joined Martha at the gate of their village where she was
speaking to Jesus, when Jesus noticed how sad the people were. He was deep moved with sorrow. He then
asked for where Lazarus was buried. When they led Him to Lazarus’ tomb, Jesus wept. Then He asked them to
remove the tomb stone. After praying to God, He called out in a loud voice, ‘Lazarus out. Lazarus came out
alive. His hand and feet were untied and he became free.
MORAL LESSON
1. Death is not the end
2. There is need to have faith we should share with the form of others.
EVALUATION.
1) Compare the story of raising the widow’s son with that of raising Jairus daughter
2) What happened at the tomb of Lazarus?
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Bk 2 By I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Bk 2 By Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Bk 2 By Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus miracle of Healing was meant to _____ a) Bribe the crowd to believe in Him b) Demonstrate his
power as the Messiah c) Indicate that God was with Him and He was fulfilling the aims of the
kingdom of God
2. Jesus raised Lazarus from death because a) He wanted to win more convert
b) Lazarus had not committed any sin c) He loved him dearly and wanted to show what it would
be like for all those who believe in him
3) Lazarus was from the city of _____ a) Nain b) Bethany c) Jericho
4) Lazarus had been dead for _______ day a) 2 b) 3 c) 4
5) After Jesus raised the widow’s only son from death. All the people around were amazed and they
praised God saying a) Jesus is the messiah a) A great prophet has risen among us c) This is
indeed the prophet who is come into the world
THEORY
1. How did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead?
2. What three lessons do we learn from the story of how Jesus raised Lazarus at Bethany?
WEEK FOUR Date……………………
TOPIC: PARABLE ILLUSTRATING GOD’S LOVE
CONTENT:
(1) The lost sheep; Luke 15:1-7
2) The lost coin Luke 15:8-10
3) The prodigal son Luke 15:11-32
PARABLES ABOUT GOD’S RELATIONSHIP WITH HIS PEOPLE Luke 15: 18-32
Parables are earthly stories with heavenly or spiritual meaning. Jesus used parables to illustrate his teachings on
God’s care and love for sinners. They also talked about attitude of Christians on how they can show high degree
of maturity and responsibility in their daily activities.
INTERPRETATION
1. There is great joy in heaven over a sinner who repents
2. Our God is a compassionate God. There is no limit to His love
3. God values human beings highly
4. God has given us freedom to choose, act or speak.
EVALUATION.
1) What is a parable?
2) Give two reasons why Jesus taught us parable
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Bk 2 By I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Bk 2 By Tunde Erumol eta’l.
3. Christian Religion Education for JSS Bk 2 By Adeyinka eta’l
4. Revised Standard Version Bible (Compulsory
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus taught in parables in order to
(a) Confuse His hearers (b) Make His lesson clear
(c) Point out that He was wise.
2. The prodigal son was welcomed back to his father’s home because
a) He forced his parents to do so
b) His father loved him as a person and did not want him to perish
c) His father was about to die
3. Which of the sons in the parable of the prodigal son collected his inheritance?
a) Younger son b) Elders son c) None of them
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus Christ was Circumcised on what day a) Seventh day b) 8th day
th
c) 9 day
2. Render to Caesar things that are Caesars and to God things that are Gods.” This statement was made by
a) Peter b) Paul c) Jesus Christ
3. Who was told to go to the priest and obtain a certificate of cleansing?
a) Adulterer b) Blind man c) Leper
4.) Peter paid tribute to collectors from the money taken from ______
a) His pocket b) Mouth of fish c) Mouth of birds
5.) Jesus Christ subjected himself to religious laws only a) True b) False
THEORY
1. Explain how you can subject yourself to religious laws
2. Discuss your civil laws
II) HUMAN NEEDS ABOVE THE DEMANDS OF THE LAW. Mark 2:23-28’3:1- 6
When the Pharisees challenge Jesus for allowing his disciples to pluck corn on a Sabbath, He reminded
them on how David entered the house of God and ate the sacred bread when he was hungry. Jesus
therefore declared; the Sabbath was made for man; not man for the Sabbath.
A man with a withered hand was brought to Jesus to heal on a Sabbath day. The Pharisee came around
to know what He would do. Jesus knowing their intentions asked them “is it lawful on the Sabbath to do
good or to do harm, to save life or to kill. The Pharisee were confused. Jesus went ahead to cure the
man.
The conclusion, some human needs are above others.
III) PURITY AND HUMAN LAW MK 7:1-13
The Pharisee and Scribes condemned the disciples of Jesus for eating bread with unwashed hands. For
the Pharisees and all the Jews, except they wash, they will not eat. They also wash cups, pots, brazen
vessels and tables before eating or doing anything with them when they come from market; thereby
holding the tradition of the elders.
These were the charges the Pharisee and scribes brought to Jesus that his disciples failed to keep or
walk according to the traditions of the elders. Jesus responded to them by saying that they honour God
with their lips, but their heart is far from Him. That they worship God in vain teaching doctrines and the
commandments of men and laying aside the commandments of God.
Jesus further told them that purity of heart should supersede human laws. Human laws can be changed
and broken, but purity of heart becomes paramount as that is the only passport one has to see God. He
also told them that there is nothing that enters into a man that can defile him, but the things which come
out of him; those are the things that defile the man.
EVALUATION
1) How did Jesus defend his use of the Sabbath?
2) Identify two Old Testament law in the passage (Matt 5:21-28) what does Jesus Christ teach about these
laws?
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Book 2 by I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Book 2 by Tunde Erumol eta’l.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Jesus condemned anger by saying that anyone who says “you fool shall be
liable to a) Judgment b) Hell fire c) Punishment
2. W e are told not to swear by a) heaven b) Jerusalem c) All of the above
3. ___is the law of Jesus a) Eye for eye b) Tooth for tooth c) Turn the left cheek if someone slaps you on the
right.
4. ____ is the New Testament law on adultery a) Only shaping with a married woman b) Looking at a
woman lustfully c) Receiving a certificate of divorce
5 _____ are the people that challenged Jesus when His disciples were hungry and plucking corn on a Sabbath
a) Gentile b) Pharisee c) Herodians
THEORY
1. State five Old Testament law that Jesus clarified in Matt 5:41-45
2. How did Jesus defined his use
CONCLUSION
1. Love is free: - There is no limit to love. It touches all aspects of life
2. Love is better expressed. We must act it out, to meet and help a neighbour in need.
EVALUATION.
1) What are the properties of love?
2) Explain what was written in the law which Jesus asked the lawyer to recite.
READING ASSIGNMENT
1. Christian Religion Knowledge for JSS Book 2 by I.O. Adeyemo
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religion Studies for Jss Book 2 by Tunde Erumol eta’l.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
1. Which of the following is true of the foolish virgins?
a) They were careless and irresponsible b) They were immature and irresponsible
c) All of the above
2. The story of the feeding of five thousand people indicates that (a) Those who follow Jesus would
never be hungry (b) God uses what we have given him to benefit us and others
(c) There is need to prepare our food because God would send his holy angels to feed us
3. Which of the following is not correct? Nicodemus was a) A Jew b) A Pharisees c) A Theologian
4 The woman who Jesus met at Jacob’s well was a) A Jew b) A poor Samaritan c) An Israelite
5. Which of the following statement is correct? a) Marry Samaritans believed in Jesus because
b) Marry Samaritan came to Jesus so that they can have the living water
c) Marry Samaritan came to Jesus to put him to test.
THEORY
1. What was the first miracle Jesus performed at the beginning of his ministry?
2. What did Jesus do to feed five thousand people?
REFERENCES
1. Ilesanmi Christian Religious Studies foe JSS Bk 2 by Tunde Erumeoba
2. Christian Religious Knoeledge for JSS Bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
3. Christian Religiou Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka e tal
4. RSV Bible
WEEK 1
TOPIC: PREPARATION FOR THE COMING OF JESUS.
CONTENTS
I. The Birth of the fore runner, Luke 1: 5-25; 57-80
II. The message of the fore runner, Matt 3: 1-12
Zachariah doubted this message and he was made dumb until later the child was born. Elizabeth later conceived
and bear a male child, on the eighth day, the family of Zachariah wanted to name the child Zachariah after his
father; but the mother said No. they asked the father to write and he wrote the name John on the slate.
Immediately his tongue was loosed, and he spoke. There was great rejoicing that day.
The lessons we learn from that is that, we should not doubt God, with God all things are possible and that we
should have faith in God.
Weekend assignment
1. ________ predicted the birth of Jesus Christ (a) Prophet Isaiah (b) Prophet Jeremiah (c) Prophet Ezekiel
2. _______ is the father of John (a) Elijah (b) Zachariah (c) Hezekiah
3. _______ is the mother of John (a) Ruth (b) Elizabeth (c) Martha
4. Zachariah and his wife lived in ______ (a) Jerusalem (b) Judah (c) Bethlehem
5. _______ angel appeared to Zachariah (a) Angel Gabriel (b) Angel Michael (c) Saint Mathew
Theory
1. Who is a fore runner?
2. Explain briefly the message of the fore runner.
Answers
1. A 2. B 3. B 4. A 5. A
Theory
1. A fore runner is a person sent to prepare the way for a greater person.
2. The message pf the fore runner centres around repentance from sin and turning to God. They confessed
their sins and were baptized by John in the river Jordan.
WEEK TWO
TOPIC: BIRTH OF JESUS
CONTENTS
Nursery, Primary and Comprehensive High School
Lagos Campus: 3, Olayinka Street, Omoroga, Meiran, Lagos.
Ogun State Campus: 38b, FPF Avenue, Dalemo, Alakuko
E-Mail: goshepherd@yahoo.co.uk., info@goodshepherdschools.net
Web Site: www.goodshepherdschools.net
FIRST TERM E-LEARNING NOTE
SUBJECT: CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS KNOWLEDGE CLASS: JSS2
WEEKS SCHEME OF WORK
1. Preparation For The Coming Of Jesus: Isa 9: 6
a. The birth of the fore runner: Luke 1: 5 – 25, 57 – 80
b. The message of the fore runner: Matt 3: 1 – 12
2. Birth of Jesus
a. Birth of Jesus. Luke 2: 1-20, 30-32
b. Visit of the wise men. Matt 2: 1-12
3. Childhood of Jesus
a. Flight to Egypt. Matt 2: 13-15
b. Jesus and his parents and relations, Luke 2: 41-51, Mark 6:1-5
4 -5. Preparation for his ministry
i. Baptism of Jesus Matt3: 13-17
ii. Temptation of Jesus Matt 4:1-11
iii. Jesus selects His disciples Matt4:18-22, Matt9:9, Mark 3:1-13, 19
6. Jesus welcomes all people
i. Jesus and the elite: Nicodemus, John 3:1-17
7. Jesus and the rejected: The poor Samaritan Woman, John 4:7-42
8. Jesus and the adulterous woman, John 7: 53; 8: 1
9. Revision
11 – 12 Examination
REFERENCES
5. Ilesanmi Christian Religious Studies foe JSS Bk 2 by Tunde Erumeoba
Christian Religious Knoeledge for JSS Bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
CONTENTS
WEEK 1
TOPIC: PREPARATION FOR THE COMING OF JESUS. st was the fore runner of Jesus Christ. He was
born by Zachariah and Elizabeth. They lived in Jerusalem in the days of king Herod of Judea. Zachariah was a
Priest and his wife was barren for many years. While in the temple one day, angel Gabriel from the Lord
appeared to him, and told him that his wife was going to bear a son. He said the child shall be great, his name
shall be called John and must not drink strong wine.
Zachariah doubted this message and he was made dumb until later the child was born. Elizabeth later conceived
and bear a male child, on the eighth day, the family of Zachariah wanted to name the child Zachariah after his
father; but the mother said No. they asked the father to write and he wrote the name John on the slate.
Immediately his tongue was loosed, and he spoke. There was great rejoicing that day.
The lessons we learn from that is that, we should not doubt God, with God all things are possible and that we
should have faith in God.
Weekend assignment
6. ________ predicted the birth of Jesus Christ (a) Prophet Isaiah (b) Prophet Jeremiah (c) Prophet Ezekiel
7. _______ is the father of John (a) Elijah (b) Zachariah (c) Hezekiah
8. _______ is the mother of John (a) Ruth (b) Elizabeth (c) Martha
9. Zachariah and his wife lived in ______ (a) Jerusalem (b) Judah (c) Bethlehem
10. _______ angel appeared to Zachariah (a) Angel Gabriel (b) Angel Michael (c) Saint Mathew
Theory
3. Who is a fore runner?
4. Explain briefly the message of the fore runner.
Answers
1. A 2. B 3. B 4. A 5. A
Theory
3. A fore runner is a person sent to prepare the way for a greater person.
4. The message pf the fore runner centres around repentance from sin and turning to God. They confessed
their sins and were baptized by John in the river Jordan.
WEEK FOUR
TOPIC: PREPARATION FOR HIS MINISTRY
CONTENTS
i. Baptism of Jesus, Matt 3: 13-17
ii. Temptation of Jesus Matt 4:1-11
Firstly, the devil asked him to command stones to become loaves of bread, if he was really the so of God. But
Jesus replied “Man shall not live by bread alone, but every word that proceeds from the mouth of God”.
Secondly, the devil led him to a holy city. He took him to the pinnacle of the temple and asked him to jump
down from it, fir it is written God will send his angels to guide thee, lest He dash his foot against a stone. Jesus
answered, be gone Satan for it is written, you shall not tempt the Lord your God”.
Thirdly, the devil took him to a high mountain; He showed Jesus all the glories of the world and promised to
give it to Christ, if only he would bow down and worship him. Jesus replied “Be gone Satan, for it is written
you shall worship the Lord your God and him only you shall serve”.
We learn a lesson here that just as Jesus was tempted, so we must expect temptation, but we must not fall into it.
We can overcome temptation through prayer and the word of God.
Evaluation
1. What is temptation?
2. List five ways through which Christians can overcome temptation.
Reading assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religiuos Studies for JSS Bk 2 by Tunde Erumeoba et all
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka et all
RSV Bible read Matt 3: 3-17; 4:1-11
Weekend Assignment
1. Jesus came from _____ to be baptized (a) Galilee (b) Nazareth (c) Jordan
2. Jesus was baptized in river _____ (a) Nile (b) Jordan (c) Taraba
3. Jesus fasted for ____ days and night (a) 40 (b) 30 (c) 20
4. The devil asked him to command ________ to turn to bread (a) stone (b) water (c) wood
5. Jesus ______ all the temptation of the devil (a) Answered (b) prevailed (c) overcame
Theory
1. What were the temptation of Jesus and his response to the devil.
2. Describe the baptism of Jesus
Answers
1. B 2. B 3. A 4. A 5. C
Theory
1. The temptations of Jesus are: the devil asked him to turn stone into bread, Jesus said “you shall not live
by bread alone”. Secondly, he commanded him to jump down from the temple, but Jesus responded “Be
gone Satan, you shall not tempt the Lord you God”. Thirdly, the devil asked him to bow down and
worship him, Jesus answered “You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve”.
2. Jesus came down from Nazareth to be baptized by John in river Jordan. John did not want to baptize
him but Jesus said let it be so now to fulfill all righteousness. After Jesus was baptized, the heavens
were opened and the spirit of God descended in form of a dove and said “this is my beloved son with
whom I am well pleased”.
WEEK 5
TOPIC: PREPARATION FOR HIS MINISTRY
CONTENTS
i. Jesus selects His disciples Matt 4: 18-22; 9: 9, Mark 3: 13-19
Evaluation
1. List the names of the apostles who were fishermen
2. Who among the twelve disciples was referred to as tax collector?
Reading assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religiuos Studies for JSS Bk 2 by TUnde Erumeoba et all
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka et al
Weekend Assignment
1. Who was referred to as the tax collector among the twelve disciples (a) Andrew (b) Matthew (c) Peter
2. Who among the disciples betrayed Jesus Christ (a) Simon peter (b) John (c) Judas Iscariot
3. How many disciples were they in number (a) 12 (b) 10 (c) 15
4. Who doubted the resurrection of Jesus among the twelve apostles (a) James (b) Thomas (c) Andrew
5. Jesus was _____ years old when he began to teach and preach (a) 30 (b) 33 (c) 40
Theory
1. What is the third temptation according to St. Matthew’s gospel
2. Write the names of six out of the twelve disciples.
Answers
1. B 2. C 3. A 4. B 5. B
Theory
1. The devil took him to a high mountain, he showed Jesus all the glories of the world and promised to
give them to Jesus if only He could bow down and worship him
2. i. Simon the Canaanite
ii. Philip
iii. Andrew
iv. James
v. John
vi. Bartholomew
WEEK 6
TOPIC: JESUS WELCOMES ALL PEOPLE
CONTENT
i. JESUS AND THE ELITE – NICODEMUS John 3: 1-17
Nicodemus was a ruler of the Jews and a Pharisee, he came to Jesus by night and said to him “Rabbi”. We know
that you are a teacher from heaven and no none can do this signs unless God is with; “what must I do to inherit
the kingdom of God, Jesus replied by telling him that He must be born again”, Nicodemus asked if he should
enter the second time into his mother’s womb and be born? Jesus made him to realize that He must be born of
water and of the spirit i.e. he must go through spiritual rebirth i.e. the birth of regeneration. This is a process
whereby he has to repent and forsake his sins and live a holy life. He must also be baptized in water and spirit.
There is need in the country to day to justify the practical and the moral aspect of this spiritual rebirth.
Christians at home and school are duty bound to be honest in all their doings, anyone who steals or cheats
shows the absence of the born again experience. The mark of spiritual birth includes: Repentance, love, honesty,
respect for elders peace etc.
Jesus concluded his statement with the popular saying “… for God so loved the world that He gave his only
begotten so that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life”. Nicodemus was a
theologian and a member of the Sanhedrin. He used the cover of the night to hide his identify, but Jesus was
able to identify him.
Evaluation
1. Explain briefly the personality of Nicodemus
2. What was his quest?
Reading assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religiuos Studies for JSS Bk 2 by TUnde Erumeoba et all
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka et al
RSV Bible read John 3: 1-17
Weekend Assignment
1. The word “Rabbi” means (a) messiah (b) saviour (c) Teacher
2. Jesus told Nicodemus that for one to enter into the kingdom he has to be baptized by _____ (a) water
and blood (b) water and spirit (c) water and fire.
3. Why did Nicodemus come to Jesus in the night (a) He loved Jesus (b) He hid his identity (c) He loved
only darkness.
4. Nicodemus was a _________ (a) Pharisee (b) Scribe (c) Sadducees
5. To be born again means _____ (a) to enter into the womb again (b) to come to the world again (c) to
repent and forsake one’s sins
Theory
1. List four steps we must take to become Christians
2. Explain John 3: 16
Answers
1. C 2. B 3. B 4. A 5. C
Theory
1. Acknowledge that you are a sinner
2. Confess all your sins
3. Ask God for forgiveness and grace to forsake all sins.
4. Believe that you are now a child of God.
John 3: 16 means, God Almighty sent his son Jesus Christ to die for the sins of the whole world and anyone
who acknowledges his death on the cross believing in him shall be saved.
WEEK 7
TOPIC: JESUS WELCOMES ALL PEOPLE
CONTENT
i. JESUS AND THE REJECTED – THE POOR SAMARITAN John 4:7-47
Jesus Christ is loving, HE accepted all men without discrimination. This is seen in the meeting with the
Samaritan woman. The Samaritans were rejected among the Jews. They were regarded as inferior or second
class citizen because they were product of mixed-blood.
Jesus met the Samaritan woman at the well of Jacob at the Samaritan city called Sychar. Jesus asked for some
water, the woman not knowing Jesus refused to give him since the Jews had no dealings with the Samaritans.
Jesus told her that if she knows the gifts of God, she would have given him water and besides he had living
water which He would give her and she would thirst no more. Jesus told the woman that she should go and call
her husband, the woman said she had husband, Jesus said she had five husbands and the one she was living with
was not her husband, the woman agreed with the statement of Jesus and perceived that he was a prophet or
messiah. She quickly left her water pot and ran to the city and told the people about a man who told her all she
ever did.
The people came round and Jesus preached to them and many believed in Him. HE was there for two days.
Evaluation
1. Why did many Samaritans from Sychar believe in Jesus
2. Why were the Samaritans and the Jews enemies?
Reading assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religiuos Studies for JSS Bk 2 by TUnde Erumeoba et all
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka et al
RSV Bible read John 4: 7-42
Weekend Assignment
1. ______ was the Samaritan city where Jesus met the Samaritan woman at the well (a) Judea (b) Galilee
(c) Sychar
2. The woman whom Jesus met at the well was a _____ (a) Jew (b) Samaritan (c) Galilean
3. Jesus asked the Samaritan woman to go and call her ______ (a) brother (b) sister (c) husband
4. Jesus said he would give the woman _______ water (a) cool (b) living (c) hot
5. How many husband does the woman have (a) one (b) two (c) five
Theory
1. What relationship exist between the Jews and the Samaritans
2. Why did many Samaritans from Sychar believe in Jesus
Answers
1. C 2. B 3. C 4. B 5TheoThe
relationship between the Jews and the Samaritans is that they were traditional enemies. The Samaritans were
regarded as second class citizens because they were products of mixed blood
1. Many Samaritans from Sychar believed in Jesus because, the Samaritan woman went and shared her
experience about meeting Jesus at the well with them.
Nursery, Primary and Comprehensive High School
Lagos Campus: 3, Olayinka Street, Omoroga, Meiran, Lagos.
Ogun State Campus: 38b, FPF Avenue, Dalemo, Alakuko
E-Mail: goshepherd@yahoo.co.uk., info@goodshepherdschools.net
Web Site: www.goodshepherdschools.net
THIRD TERM E-LEARNING NOTE
SUBJECT: CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS KNOWLEDGE CLASS: JSS2
WEEKS SCHEME OF WORK.
(1) Jesus teaching on the mount/the demand of the kingdom.
- The beatitudes ( matt. 5;1-12).
- Christian as salt and light of the word ( matt. 5; 13-16).
- Forgiveness ( matt. 6; 14-15).
REFERENCES
9. Ilesanmi Christian Religious Studies foe JSS Bk 2 by Tunde Erumeoba
Christian Religious Knoeledge for JSS Bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
CONTENTS
WEEK 1
TOPIC: PREPARATION FOR THE COMING OF JESUS. st was the fore runner of Jesus Christ. He was
born by Zachariah and Elizabeth. They lived in Jerusalem in the days of king Herod of Judea. Zachariah was a
Priest and his wife was barren for many years. While in the temple one day, angel Gabriel from the Lord
appeared to him, and told him that his wife was going to bear a son. He said the child shall be great, his name
shall be called John and must not drink strong wine.
Zachariah doubted this message and he was made dumb until later the child was born. Elizabeth later conceived
and bear a male child, on the eighth day, the family of Zachariah wanted to name the child Zachariah after his
father; but the mother said No. they asked the father to write and he wrote the name John on the slate.
Immediately his tongue was loosed, and he spoke. There was great rejoicing that day.
The lessons we learn from that is that, we should not doubt God, with God all things are possible and that we
should have faith in God.
REFERENCES
13. Ilesanmi Christian Religious Studies foe JSS Bk 2 by Tunde Erumeoba
Christian Religious Knoeledge for JSS Bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
CONTENTS
WEEK 1
TOPIC: PREPARATION FOR THE COMING OF JESUS. st was the fore runner of Jesus Christ. He was
born by Zachariah and Elizabeth. They lived in Jerusalem in the days of king Herod of Judea. Zachariah was a
Priest and his wife was barren for many years. While in the temple one day, angel Gabriel from the Lord
appeared to him, and told him that his wife was going to bear a son. He said the child shall be great, his name
shall be called John and must not drink strong wine.
Zachariah doubted this message and he was made dumb until later the child was born. Elizabeth later conceived
and bear a male child, on the eighth day, the family of Zachariah wanted to name the child Zachariah after his
father; but the mother said No. they asked the father to write and he wrote the name John on the slate.
Immediately his tongue was loosed, and he spoke. There was great rejoicing that day.
The lessons we learn from that is that, we should not doubt God, with God all things are possible and that we
should have faith in God.
Theory
5. A fore runner is a person sent to prepare the way for a greater person.
6. The message pf the fore runner centres around repentance from sin and turning to God. They confessed
their sins and were baptized by John in the river Jordan.
WEEK FOUR
TOPIC: PREPARATION FOR HIS MINISTRY
CONTENTS
iii. Baptism of Jesus, Matt 3: 13-17
iv. Temptation of Jesus Matt 4:1-11
Firstly, the devil asked him to command stones to become loaves of bread, if he was really the so of God. But
Jesus replied “Man shall not live by bread alone, but every word that proceeds from the mouth of God”.
Secondly, the devil led him to a holy city. He took him to the pinnacle of the temple and asked him to jump
down from it, fir it is written God will send his angels to guide thee, lest He dash his foot against a stone. Jesus
answered, be gone Satan for it is written, you shall not tempt the Lord your God”.
Thirdly, the devil took him to a high mountain; He showed Jesus all the glories of the world and promised to
give it to Christ, if only he would bow down and worship him. Jesus replied “Be gone Satan, for it is written
you shall worship the Lord your God and him only you shall serve”.
We learn a lesson here that just as Jesus was tempted, so we must expect temptation, but we must not fall into it.
We can overcome temptation through prayer and the word of God.
Evaluation
3. What is temptation?
4. List five ways through which Christians can overcome temptation.
Reading assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religiuos Studies for JSS Bk 2 by Tunde Erumeoba et all
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka et all
RSV Bible read Matt 3: 3-17; 4:1-11
Weekend Assignment
6. Jesus came from _____ to be baptized (a) Galilee (b) Nazareth (c) Jordan
7. Jesus was baptized in river _____ (a) Nile (b) Jordan (c) Taraba
8. Jesus fasted for ____ days and night (a) 40 (b) 30 (c) 20
9. The devil asked him to command ________ to turn to bread (a) stone (b) water (c) wood
10. Jesus ______ all the temptation of the devil (a) Answered (b) prevailed (c) overcame
Theory
3. What were the temptation of Jesus and his response to the devil.
4. Describe the baptism of Jesus
Answers
1. B 2. B 3. A 4. A 5. C
Theory
3. The temptations of Jesus are: the devil asked him to turn stone into bread, Jesus said “you shall not live
by bread alone”. Secondly, he commanded him to jump down from the temple, but Jesus responded “Be
gone Satan, you shall not tempt the Lord you God”. Thirdly, the devil asked him to bow down and
worship him, Jesus answered “You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve”.
4. Jesus came down from Nazareth to be baptized by John in river Jordan. John did not want to baptize
him but Jesus said let it be so now to fulfill all righteousness. After Jesus was baptized, the heavens
were opened and the spirit of God descended in form of a dove and said “this is my beloved son with
whom I am well pleased”.
WEEK 5
TOPIC: PREPARATION FOR HIS MINISTRY
CONTENTS
vii. Jesus selects His disciples Matt 4: 18-22; 9: 9, Mark 3: 13-19
Evaluation
3. List the names of the apostles who were fishermen
4. Who among the twelve disciples was referred to as tax collector?
Reading assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religiuos Studies for JSS Bk 2 by TUnde Erumeoba et all
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka et al
Weekend Assignment
6. Who was referred to as the tax collector among the twelve disciples (a) Andrew (b) Matthew (c) Peter
7. Who among the disciples betrayed Jesus Christ (a) Simon peter (b) John (c) Judas Iscariot
8. How many disciples were they in number (a) 12 (b) 10 (c) 15
9. Who doubted the resurrection of Jesus among the twelve apostles (a) James (b) Thomas (c) Andrew
10. Jesus was _____ years old when he began to teach and preach (a) 30 (b) 33 (c) 40
Theory
3. What is the third temptation according to St. Matthew’s gospel
4. Write the names of six out of the twelve disciples.
Answers
1. B 2. C 3. A 4. B 5. B
Theory
3. The devil took him to a high mountain, he showed Jesus all the glories of the world and promised to
give them to Jesus if only He could bow down and worship him
4. i. Simon the Canaanite
viii. Philip
ix. Andrew
x. James
xi. John
xii. Bartholomew
WEEK 6
TOPIC: JESUS WELCOMES ALL PEOPLE
CONTENT
ii. JESUS AND THE ELITE – NICODEMUS John 3: 1-17
Nicodemus was a ruler of the Jews and a Pharisee, he came to Jesus by night and said to him “Rabbi”. We know
that you are a teacher from heaven and no none can do this signs unless God is with; “what must I do to inherit
the kingdom of God, Jesus replied by telling him that He must be born again”, Nicodemus asked if he should
enter the second time into his mother’s womb and be born? Jesus made him to realize that He must be born of
water and of the spirit i.e. he must go through spiritual rebirth i.e. the birth of regeneration. This is a process
whereby he has to repent and forsake his sins and live a holy life. He must also be baptized in water and spirit.
There is need in the country to day to justify the practical and the moral aspect of this spiritual rebirth.
Christians at home and school are duty bound to be honest in all their doings, anyone who steals or cheats
shows the absence of the born again experience. The mark of spiritual birth includes: Repentance, love, honesty,
respect for elders peace etc.
Jesus concluded his statement with the popular saying “… for God so loved the world that He gave his only
begotten so that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life”. Nicodemus was a
theologian and a member of the Sanhedrin. He used the cover of the night to hide his identify, but Jesus was
able to identify him.
Evaluation
3. Explain briefly the personality of Nicodemus
4. What was his quest?
Reading assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religiuos Studies for JSS Bk 2 by TUnde Erumeoba et all
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka et al
RSV Bible read John 3: 1-17
Weekend Assignment
6. The word “Rabbi” means (a) messiah (b) saviour (c) Teacher
7. Jesus told Nicodemus that for one to enter into the kingdom he has to be baptized by _____ (a) water
and blood (b) water and spirit (c) water and fire.
8. Why did Nicodemus come to Jesus in the night (a) He loved Jesus (b) He hid his identity (c) He loved
only darkness.
9. Nicodemus was a _________ (a) Pharisee (b) Scribe (c) Sadducees
10. To be born again means _____ (a) to enter into the womb again (b) to come to the world again (c) to
repent and forsake one’s sins
Theory
3. List four steps we must take to become Christians
4. Explain John 3: 16
Answers
1. C 2. B 3. B 4. A 5. C
Theory
5. Acknowledge that you are a sinner
6. Confess all your sins
7. Ask God for forgiveness and grace to forsake all sins.
8. Believe that you are now a child of God.
John 3: 16 means, God Almighty sent his son Jesus Christ to die for the sins of the whole world and anyone
who acknowledges his death on the cross believing in him shall be saved.
WEEK 7
TOPIC: JESUS WELCOMES ALL PEOPLE
CONTENT
ii. JESUS AND THE REJECTED – THE POOR SAMARITAN John 4:7-47
Jesus Christ is loving, HE accepted all men without discrimination. This is seen in the meeting with the
Samaritan woman. The Samaritans were rejected among the Jews. They were regarded as inferior or second
class citizen because they were product of mixed-blood.
Jesus met the Samaritan woman at the well of Jacob at the Samaritan city called Sychar. Jesus asked for some
water, the woman not knowing Jesus refused to give him since the Jews had no dealings with the Samaritans.
Jesus told her that if she knows the gifts of God, she would have given him water and besides he had living
water which He would give her and she would thirst no more. Jesus told the woman that she should go and call
her husband, the woman said she had husband, Jesus said she had five husbands and the one she was living with
was not her husband, the woman agreed with the statement of Jesus and perceived that he was a prophet or
messiah. She quickly left her water pot and ran to the city and told the people about a man who told her all she
ever did.
The people came round and Jesus preached to them and many believed in Him. HE was there for two days.
Evaluation
3. Why did many Samaritans from Sychar believe in Jesus
4. Why were the Samaritans and the Jews enemies?
Reading assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religiuos Studies for JSS Bk 2 by TUnde Erumeoba et all
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 2 by I.O Adeyemo
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 2 by Adeyinka et al
RSV Bible read John 4: 7-42
Weekend Assignment
6. ______ was the Samaritan city where Jesus met the Samaritan woman at the well (a) Judea (b) Galilee
(c) Sychar
7. The woman whom Jesus met at the well was a _____ (a) Jew (b) Samaritan (c) Galilean
8. Jesus asked the Samaritan woman to go and call her ______ (a) brother (b) sister (c) husband
9. Jesus said he would give the woman _______ water (a) cool (b) living (c) hot
10. How many husband does the woman have (a) one (b) two (c) five
Theory
3. What relationship exist between the Jews and the Samaritans
4. Why did many Samaritans from Sychar believe in Jesus
Answers
1. C 2. B 3. C 4. B 5. C
Theory
2. The relationship between the Jews and the Samaritans is that they were traditional enemies. The
Samaritans were regarded as second class citizens because they were products of mixed blood
3. Many Samaritans from Sychar believed in Jesus because, the Samaritan woman went and shared her
experience about meeting Jesus at the well with them.
C.R.K SS1
WEEKS SCHEME OF WORK
1. Jesus Teachings about Himself
1. Jesus as a Lamb John 1: 29-34
2. Jesus as door and Good Shepherd John 10: 1-18
2. Jesus as the light of the world John 3: 19-21; 8:12; 9: 1-5
3. Jesus as the True Vine John 15: 1-11
Jesus as living water and bread John 4: 7-15; 6: 25-40.
4. Jesus as the resurrection and life John 11: 17-25; 14: 1-7, I Jn 5: 11-12; 10:
5. Nature Miracles Jn 2: 1-11; 6: 5-13; 16-21
6. Healing Miracles Jn 4: 45-54; 5: 1-18
7. Raising of Lazarus Jn 11: 1-45
8. Love Jn 3: 16-18, I jn 3: 11-18, I Cor 13: 1-13
9. Justification by faith Rom 3: 21-24
10. Law and Grace Rom 3: 19-26; 4:13-16
11 – 12 Revision and Examination
References
1. RSV Bible (Compulsory)
2. Christian Religious Knowledge for SS bk 1 by I.O Adeyemo
3. Essential Christian Religious Knowledge for SS bk 1 – 3 by Ugochukwu Okoli
4. Comprehensive Christian Religious Knowledge for SS 1 – 3 Martin I. Amaechi
WEEK 1
TOPIC: JESUS AS A LAMB John 1: 29-34
CONTENTS
In John 1: 29-30, John described Jesus as the Lamb of God which takes away the sins of the whole world. This
is a figurative expression which talks of the fact that the death of Jesus on the cross is the only sacrifice that has
brought redemption to humanity. In other words, just as a Lamb was slaughtered, Jesus was slain for the
atonement of the sin of mankind.
Significance
By describing Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, John was unknowingly talking
about the death of Jesus on the cross where he will sacrifice his blood to save the whole world from sin. Thus,
as a sacrificial Lamb, Jesus will die for the remission of the sins of the world.
JESUS AS THE DOOR AND THE GOOD SHEPHERD (John 10: 1-18)
Once, Jesus taught the people about himself, using a metaphor of a door and shepherd. He told them that
whosoever does not enter a sheep pen (where livestock is reared) by the door but enters through other ways is a
thief. He who enters through the door is a shepherd whose voice his sheep know and listen to the shepherd calls
his by name and they follow him as he leads them because they know him so well.
On the other hand, the sheep cannot follow a stranger, but will rather run away because they do not know his
voice. He said he is the gate or door and whosoever enters through him shall be saved. He who enters through
him shall be saved. He who enters through him shall also find pasture as gives life. Lastly, he says he is the
good shepherd who lays down his life for his sheep.
Evaluation
What do you understand by the term Jesus the Lamb.
Assignment
Explain the good shepherd.
TOPIC: THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE GOOD SHEPHERD AND THE HIRELY
CONTENT:
1. A hireling has selfish intentions, the good shepherd has the intention of giving life, spiritual life in
abundance to the flock.
2. A hireling runs away when he sees the wolf approaching but the good shepherd lays down his life for
the flock.
3. A hireling does not care about the sheep unlike the good shepherd who takes good care of them.
4. As a hireling, the sheep do not follow him. They are afraid because he is a stranger. The good shepherd
is followed because his voice is known to the sheep.
5. the good shepherd knows his sheep and his sheep know him but they may not know the hireling who
has just come to work.
6. The hireling stays as long as he is paid but the good shepherd does not abandon his sheep because of
non-payment of his allowances / salaries
Significance of Jesus as the door
1. By saying he is the door, Jesus means he is the only means to salvation. No one can get to God except
through him.
2. By giving life, Jesus means that he who believes in him, even if he dies, he shall live again this time,
everlasting.
3. Being a good shepherd who lays down his life for his sheep signifies that Jesus so loves us that he
agreed to die so that we shall live.
Evaluation
What is the significance of Jesus as the door and good shepherd.
WEEK 2
TOPIC: JESUS AS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
CONTENTS:
In the encounter between Nicodemus and Jesus, Jesus mentioned that light came into the world, but the world
preferre3d darkness. This is because they were evil, since every evil doer hates the light, So as not to expose his
evil ways. According to him, whoever lives in truth loves the light so that it will be clear that his deeds are done
through God.
Again, shortly after Jesus discharged the woman caught in adultery, he taught the people, saying that he is the
light of the world, whoever follows him will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life. Finally, Jesus
declared to his followers that he is the light of the world, as long as he was in the world. This was in response to
his disciples question if the blind from birth because of his sins or those of his parents.
Significance
Jesus was constantly referring to himself as the “light of the world”. This phrase simply means that his way of
life is perfect and he is perfectly situated in the right hand of God. The light he brought to the world is the
gospel of the kingdom of God which people must embrace to be saved and to inherit life.
Weekend Assignment
1. John described Jesus with the following terms (a) the Lamb (b) the door (c) the wood
2. Jesus as the Lamb of God signifies that ____ (a) like a lamb, Jesus obeyed his father and became man
(b) Jesus was to overcome humiliation (c) Jesus was to bear the sin of the world like a paschal Lamb.
3. Who made the statement “behold the lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” (a) Nathaniel
(b) Andrew (c) John the Baptist
4. Which of the following statement is not correct (a) we cannot love God without loving one another (b)
God is love (c) Once we love God we need not bother loving one another
5. When Jesus came to the place where the body of Lazarus was laid, which of the following did he not do
(a) HE sent Lazarus sisters away (b) He wept (c) He prayed
Theory
1. Explain the term, Jesus the good shepherd.
2. What do you understand by the term Jesus the Lamb.
WEEK 3
TOPIC: JESUS AS THE TRUE VINE Jn 15: 1-11
CONTENT:
Jesus describes himself as the true vine and his father as the vine dresser. Any branch that does not bear fruit
will be cut off and every branch that bears fruit will be pruned that it may bear more fruits. According to him,
his disciples should abide by him and his words will abide in them.
As the branch cannot bear fruits by itself, unless it abides in the vine, so also the relationship should exist in
Jesus will be cast off to wither and be burnt. It is only when that relationship exists that they can achieve
something. He further states that if they abide by his words and his words abide in them, they should ask
whatever they like and it shall be done for them. Jesus said that as the father loves him, he also loves the
Christians.
Significance
1. If Christians follow Jesus footsteps, they will live very productive and fulfilled on earth.
2. They cannot achieve anything on their own, except they follow Jesus and trust in him.
3. The joy of living is complete when we live in Christ. We will also be sure of everlasting life.
Evaluation
Explain the term “Jesus the true vine”
Evaluation
How does Jesus describe himself in St. John’s gospel as the living water? In what way does this teaching apply
to us?
Weekend Assignment
1. The term “living water” figuratively refers to ______ (a) A flowing stream (b) the well at Sychar (c)
The word of God
2. The Samaritan woman whom Jesus asked for some water to drink was surprised because _______ (a)
Jesus was not thirsty when he asked for water (b) the Jews traditionally had nothing to do with the
Samaritan (c) None of the above
3. Lazarua was from the city of ______ (a) Nain (b) Bethany (c) Bethpage
4. “Bread of life” means ________ (a) the blood of Jesus (b) The word of God (c) power of God
5. I am the vine, ye are the branches, who said this (a) God (b) Holy Spirit (c) Jesus Christ
Theory
1. How does John portray Jesus as the true vine?
2. How does Jesus describe himself in St. John’s gospel as the living water
WEEK 4
TOPIC: JESUS THE RESURRECTION AND LIFE, LIVING WATER & BREAD
CONTENT:
Jesus the resurrection and life
Jesus the living bread. John 6: 25-40
Jesus refers to himself as the resurrection and life. This was after the death of Lazarus when he visited Mary and
Martha of Bethany. Martha challenged Jesus that if he were around his brother would not have died. Jesus
replied “I am the resurrection and the life, he who believe3s in me, though he die, ye t he shall live and whoever
lives and believes in me shall never die”. John 11: 25
Significance
1. “Living water is figurative, its simply the word of God
2. The word of God is universal – it is both Greeks, Jews Gentiles and for all. Even the women from
Samaria are entitled to it.
3. The living water (word of God) leads to eternal life through Jesus.
JESUS THE LIVING BREAD, JN 6: 25 – 50
Jesus refers to himself as the bread of life. This is a figurative expression. The Jews could not understand what
he is saying because it is a figurative expression. Jesus told them that their fathers ate manna in the wilderness
and perished. Jesus told them that he is the bread of life that anyone who eats from him will have eternal life.
Evaluation
What is the implication of Jesus the resurrection and life?
Why did Jesus refer to himself as “the living bread?”
Weekend Assignment
1. Jesus met the Samaritan woman at a city called ________ (a) Sychar (b) Syria (c) Samaria (d) Jericho
2. Lazarus was from the city of ________ (a) Bethany (b) Galilee (c) Jerusalem (d) Jericho
3. The shortest verse of the bible is found in (a) John 11:35 9b) John 11: 45 (c) John 11: 25 (d) John 11:28
4. The Samaritans has no dealing with the Jews because they regarded them as _______ (a) As inferior (b)
as enemies (c) as competitors (d) all of the above
5. Who referred to himself as the bread of life (a) the Jews (b) the disciples (c) Jesus Christ (d) Peter
Theory
1. The term “living bread means what
2. What is the implication of Jesus the resurrection and life
Answers
1. A 2. A 3. B 4. A 5. C
Theory
1. It refers to the word of God which can offer man eternal life.
2. It implies that Jesus has abundant life which offers eternal life to anyone who believes in him.
WEEK 5
TOPIC: NATURE MIRACLES, john 2: 1-11; 6: 5-13; 15-21
CONTENT
(a) The wedding at Cana in Galilee John 2: 1-11
(b) The feeding of the five thousand people John 6: 5-13
(c) Walking on the sea John 6: 15-21
Miracles are signs of God’s special intervention in human affairs. When we talk about nature miracles, we are
talking about miracles that violate the law of nature.
He took the five loaves and two fishes, lifted them up and blessed them. He gave them to the disciples
to distribute among the crowds. All five thousand people ate and were satisfied. They gathered twelve
baskets of fragments, by taking care of the left over, they were being taught that all gift were not to be
wasted.
Evaluation Question
1. What is a miracle
2. Describe the wedding at Cana in Galilee
Reading Assignment
Read Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk 1 by A.A Adeyinka et al Pg 8 – 10
References
1. The Holy Bible RSV
2. A.V.J. Obinna – WASSCE – 1998 – 2002 Christian Religious Knowledge
3. A.A. Adeyinka et al Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk 1
4. Martins I. Amaechi – Comprehensive Christian Religious knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk
1, 2, & 3
5. E. J. Uzor – Student key Points – Christian Religious Knowledge.
Weekend Assignment
1. How many jars of water did Jesus ask his disciples to fetch? (a) six jars (b) seven jars (c) nine jars (d)
ten jars
2. The statement “my hour has not yet come” was made by who (a) Mary (b) Jesus (c) the steward (d)
none of the above
3. Jesus fed five thousand people with _____ and _____ (a) 5 loaves and two fishes (b) two loaves and
few fishes (c) seven loaves and five fishes (d) none of the above
4. How many baskets of fragments were gathered? (a) ten baskets (b) fifteen baskets (c) twelve baskets (d)
none of the above
5. “It is I, do not be afraid”, who made this statement? (a) God (b) Peter (c) Jesus (d) Andrew
Theory
1. What lessons did you learn from the miracles of feeding the five thousand people?
2. “It is I, do not be afraid ……” What led to this statement?
Answers
1. A 2. B 3. A 4. B 5. C
Theory
1. (a) With God nothing is impossible
(b) We should be generous like the young lad who gave his bread and fish to the disciples
© We should not waste the gift of God. This is the reason why Jesus instructed that the fragments
should be gathered.
2. The disciplines went to the other side of Capernaum, when the evening had come. They entered a boat
going to Capernaum. It was dark and Jesus was yet to join them. When they have sailed for about three
miles or four miles, they saw someone like a ghost walking on the sea. They were terrified. Jesus
answered” take heart, it is I, do not be afraid”.
WEEK 6
TOPIC: THE HEALING MIRACLES OF JESUS CHRIST
a. The Healing of the Official son John 4; 45-54
b. The healing of the Lame man at the pool of Bethazatha Jn 5: 1-18
c. The healing of the man born blind. John 9: 1-17
Evaluation
1. The word “Siloam” means what?
2. Who was sent to the pool of Siloam and for what purpose?
Reading Assignments
A.A. Adeyinka – Christian Religious Knowledge for senior Secondary Schools bk 1 and Comprehensive
Christian Religious Knowledge pg 180.
References
1. The Holy Bible RSV
2. A.A Adeyinka et al – Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk 1
3. Martins I. Amaechi – Comprehensive Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk
1, 2, & 3.
Weekend Assignments
1. The pool of Siloam means _____ (a) sick (b) sent (c) saint (d) all of the above
2. The officials son was healed at ______ hour (a) seventh hour (b) third hour (c) fourth hour (d) ninth
hour
3. The Lame man at the pool of Bethazatha was ill for ______ years (a) thirty-eight years (b) twenty-eight
years (c) thirty-five years (d) all of the above
4. The shortest verse of the bible is in ______ (a) John 11: 45 (b) John 11: 35 (c) John 11: 22 (d) John 11:
27
5. Jesus was persecuted for _____ (a) healing on the Sabbath (b) healing without permission (c) all of the
above (d) none of the above
Theory
1. The healing of the official’s son took lace at where and what hour?
2. At Bethany, who was raised from the death? Mention the name of his two sisters
Answers
1. B 2. A 3. A 4. B 5. A
Theory
1. Capernaum, at the seventh hour.
2. Lazarus, his sisters were Mary and Martha.
WEEK 7
TOPIC; LOVE John 3: 16, I John 4: 1-21, John 13: 34-35, John 15: 12-13, I Cor 13: 1-13
CONTENT
A. MEANING OF LOVE
B. CHARACTERISTICS OF LOVE
There are three types of love expressed in the Greek words. The first type of love is “Eros”. “EROS” – This is
the carnal sensual love, it is highly conditional, it expresses itself only when the going is good, it withdraws
itself when the going is rough, the example of this type of love is the love between boyfriend and girlfriend
(sexual partners) or love between a married man or woman with his/her concubines.
The second type of love is “Phileo”. “PHILEO” – This is the human type of love. This type of love is stronger
and more powerful than the first one,but it has its limitations. It is conditional. The example of this type of love
is love between brother and sister, wife and husband, parent and children.
The third type of love is “Agape” – This is the God kind of love and the strongest love. It is the type of love that
compels God to send his only begotten son to die for the sin of mankind. This is the love expressed in John 3:
16. It is highly unconditional. John 3: 16 is regarded by scholars as gospel within the gospel. I Cor 13: 1-37
state the characteristics of this God kind of love.
1. It is patient and kind
2. It is not jealous or boastful
3. It is not arrogant or rude
4. It does not insist on his own way
5. It is not resentful
6. It does not rejoice at wrong
7. It believes all things
8. It endures all things
9. It hopes all things
10. It never ends.
Evaluation questions
1. What is love?
2. List 3 characteristics of God kind of love
Reading Assignments
Read;
Martin I. Amaechi – Comprehensive Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk 1, 2 & 3
pg 186.
References
1. The Holy Bible RSV
2. A. A. Adeyinka et al – Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk 1
3. Martins I. Amaechi – Comprehensive Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk
1, 2 & 3.
Weekend Assignments
1. The word phileo means _____ (a) carnal sensual love (b) human love (c) God kind of love (d) none of
the above
2. “Eros” means _____ (a) human love (b) carnal sensual love (c) God-kind of love (d) all of the above
3. The “Agape” love means ____ (a) unconditional love (b) conditional love (c) human love (d) all of the
above.
4. Love means caring and sharing with one another. (a) true (b) false
5. John 3: 16 is regarded by scholars as gospel within the gospel (a) true (b) false
Theory
1. Explain the meaning of the Greek word Agape
2. List four characteristics of “Agape love”.
Answers
1. B 2. B 3. A 4. A 5. A
Theory
1. Agape love is the Greek word which means unconditional love. It is the sacrificial type of love. The
type demonstrated by Jesus on the cross, the just dying for the unjust. It is not limited by situations or
circumstances like “Eros” and “phileo”. It is the type expressed in John 3: 16.
2. a. It believes all things
b. It endures all things
c. It never ends
d. It is not easily provoked.
WEEK 8
Gal 3: 19-21, 2: 16-21, Rom 10: 5, 11: 10-17, Rom 4: 1-5, 10, 16-22
CONTENT
a. Meaning of justification
b. Condition for justification
Justification is a process in which a penitent sinner is regarded guiltless by the reason of his faith in the Lord
Jesus Christ. The righteousness of Jesus Christ is imputed on him and placed to his credit. We receive
justification as a gift from God, not as a result of our works or deeds or obedience to the law.
Faith is the condition for justification. Faith is implicit trust of confidence in God works and ways. A sinner
cannot be justified without faith in the atonement work of Christ on Calvary. A man who has faith in God and
his son Jesus Christ is said to be righteous and justified by faith.
Abraham was not justified by his own works but by his faith in God. The gospel of Christ as preached by Paul
and his fellow apostle contained the Christian message of faith, love and hope.
Paul in the book of Galatians condemned the Jews for practicing the righteousness that was based on the law.
He believed that it is through a strict observance of the law that a man is saved. God promised for his people is
based on faith.
Evaluation questions
1. Explain the concept of justification and state the condition for its attainment.
2. Mention two patriarchs who were justified by faith.
Reading Assignments
Read Comprehensive Christian Religious Knowledge pg 216
References
4. The Holy Bible RSV
5. A.A Adeyinka et al – Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk 1
6. Martins I. Amaechi – Comprehensive Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools bk
1, 2, & 3.
Weekend Assignments
1. By “justification” Paul means ____ (A) ability to keep the law (b) reconciliation to God (c) declaring
the guilty, guiltless on account of his faith (d) forgiveness of sin
2. The condition for justification is ____ (a) faith (b) repentance (c) Love (d) obedience
3. Which of these is a fruit of justification (a) freedom from eternal condemnation (b) speaking in tongues
(c) the gift of prophecy (d) taking part in holy communion
4. “faith” according to Paul means (a) accepting Jesus death and resurrection as a means of restoring man
to fellowship with God (b) being patient after prayer (c) righteousness of the law (d) trust in the ten
commandments
5. _____ was one of the Heroes of faith (a) Aaron (b) RAhab (c) Solomon (d) none of the above.
Theory
1. State four conditions for achieving justification.
2. State three roles of faith in the life of today’s Christians.
Answers
1. C 2. A 3. A 4. A 5. B
Theory
1. a. Man must acknowledge that justification is a gift of God’s grace and cannot therefore be achieved
through man’s effort or self-righteousness.
b. man must believe on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ as a prerequisite for justification.
c. Man’s perfection cannot earn him justification.
d. Man must acknowledge that he is a sinner, foremost, before he can aspire to justification.
2. a. Faith brings about patience to God’s answer to our prayers.
b. Faith in Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection assures Christians of eternal life.
c. Faith enables Christians to believe in whatever is written in the bible.
C.R.K JSS1
WEEKS SCHEME OF WORK
1. Understanding human relationship
2. Understanding Religion as relationship with God
3. Man’s search for relationship with God.
4. Books of the Bible
5. God’s revelation of Himself
6. The views of different tribes about creation
7. The Biblical account of creation
8. The dignity of man in God’s creative activity
9. Man’s share in God’s creative activity
10. Revision
11. Examination
References
1. Ilesanmi Christian Religious Studies for JSS bk 1 by Tunde Erumeoba et al.
2. Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 1 by I.O. Adeyemo
3. Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 1 by Adeyinka et al
4. R.S.V. Bible
WEEK 1
TOPIC: UNDERSTANDING HUMAN RELATIONSHIP
CONTENT
1. Definition of Human Relationship
2. Types of Human Relationship
3. Factors mutilating against good human relationship
Evaluation
1. List five things that militate against having good human relationship
2. Define Human relationship
Reading Assignment
1. Christian Religious Education for JSS bk 1 Adeyinka et al.
2. Ilesanmi Christian Religious Studies for JSS bk 1 by Tunde Erumeoba.
Weekend Assignment
1. Which of the following is not necessary in building good relationship (a) age (b) name (c) discipline
2. Human relationship is best defined as (a) playing with other people (b) gossip (c) knowledge and
interaction with one another
3. _______ is an immediate family (A) husband and wife (b) children and uncles (c) parents and
grandparents
4. Business relationship is of _____ types (A) 2 (b) 3 (c) 4
5. Which of these factors militate against good human relationship. (a) suspicion (b) love (c) Interest
Theory
1. What is human relationship?
2. List five factors that militate against good human relationship
Answers
1. B 2. C 3. A 4. A 5. A
Theory
1. Human relationship develops from the knowledge and interaction with one another.
2. Factors that militate against good relationship are:
i. Bad manners
ii. Indecency
iii. Laziness
iv. Suspicion
v. Unforgiving spirit
TOPIC: UNDERSTANDING RELKLIGON AS RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD
CONTRENT
WHAT IS RELIGION?
Religion is the belief in the existence of God or a Supreme Being. In other words, it is belief in the creator and
the maker of heaven and earth.
Types of Religion
1. Christianity: Christians worship God in the church especially on Sundays. They use the Holy Bible and
hymns in their worship. They believe in Jesus as the saviour.
2. Islam: The Muslims worship God on Fridays. They use the Holy Quran and Tesbau in the mosque.
3. African Traditional Religion: The Priest in African traditional religion worship in shrines with the help
of cowries and calabashes. They worship small gods through intermediaries who assist them to
communicate the Supreme Being.
Evaluation
Mention the five types of religion in Nigeria.
Evaluation:
Mention 5 religions practiced in other parts of the world.
Weekend Assignment
1. A.T.R. stands for (a) African Traditional Relations (b) African Traditional religion (c) Asia
Traditional religion
2. Which of these religion use the Holy Quran (a) Christianity (b) Islamic religion (c)African
Traditional Religion
3. Confucianism is a religion practiced in (a) Japan (b) China (c) India
4. Shintoism is a religion practiced in (A) Japan (b) China (c) India
5. Hinduism is a religion practiced in _____ (a) India (b) China (c) Israel
Theory
1. What is religion?
2. List 5 different religion practiced outside Nigeria
Evaluation
What is God called in Ibibio, Ijaw Hausa
Conclusion: Lesson
1. We should be sincere in our religion practice
2. As Christians, we should tolerate others even people of different religion
WEEK 4
TOPIC: THE BOOKS OF THE BIBLE
CONTENT
Before the development of writing, oral tradition was a means of communication. Then writing took a major
step forward with the development of single symbol to represent each consonant. In ancient Israel, most
documents were written in parchment or papyrus. Papyrus could not survive in the damp soil of Palestine. It
was grown in Egypt and was widely used as writing material in Egypt.
The book in use in the Biblical times was the scroll. This is the real predecessor of the modern book. The Bible
consists of 66 books. 39 in the Old Testament and 27 in the New Testament.
The Old Testament books can be categorized into the following
1. PENTATEUCH: Genesis to Deuteronomy
2. HISTORY BOOKS: Joshua to Esther
3. THE POETIC BOOK: Job to Songs of Solomon
4. THE PROPHETIC BOOKS: Isaiah to Malachi
The New testament Books are categorized as follows:
1. SYNOPTIC GOSPELS: Matthew to John
2. ACTS OF THE APOSTLES
3. THE EPISTLES OR LETTER: Romans to Jude
4. BOOKS OF PROPHECY: Revelation
WEEK 5
TOPIC: GOD’S REVELATION OF HIMSELF
CONTENT
i. Meaning of Revelation
ii. Ways by which God reveals Himself to man.
A. MEANING OF REVELATION
Revelation means disclosure or making known. God’s revelation of himself means how God made
himself known or disclosed himself to man. The following are the ways through which God revealed
himself to man both in the past and in the present age.
Ways by which God reveals himself to man
1. Nature e.g. Sun, Moon, Star, Ocean, Land etc.
2. Dream e.g. Joseph
3. Vision e.g. Jacob
4. Trance e.g. Cornelius
Prophets
Prophecy
Bible
Jesus Christ
Angels e.g. Abraham
Still small voice
Audible voice e.g. Samuel
Circumstances e.g. Moses and the burning bush
The bible contains stories of how God revealed Himself as the creator of the universe, the one who came and
provides for his people. In the early chapters of the book of Genesis, God revealed Himself to Abraham. In the
Book of Exodus, God also appeared to Moses on several occasions. On Mount Sinai, when he gave him the Ten
Commandments, He also appeared to him in the Land of Midian through the burning bush. In the New
Testament, God revealed Himself to Paul the apostle on his way to Damascus to persecute God’s children. God
also speaks to us through his son Jesus Christ.
God revealed Himself through the Bible. The Bible is God’s inspired word.
Evaluation
1. Describe two incidents in the old Testament when God appeared to individuals
2. Discuss the value of the Bible to the present day Christians.
Reading Assignment
Ilesanmi Christian Religious Studies for JSS 1 by Tunde Erumeoba et al.
Christian Religious Knowledge for bk 1 by I.O Adeyemo
RSV Bible. Read Gen 12: 1-19, Exo 3: 1-6, Hebrews 1: 103, II Timothy 3: 16-17
Weekend Assignment
1. Through which of the following does God now reveals Himself to us (a) Abraham (b) Moses (c) Jesus
Christ
2. Revelation means ___ (a) recovery (b) discovery (c) disclosure
3. God reveals Himself to us through ____ (a) People (b) Bible (c) Animals
4. The Bible is God ____ word (a) inspired (b) expired (c) respired
5. God revealed Himself to Paul the apostle on his way to ____ (a) Jerusalem (b) Damascus (c) Bethlehem
Theory
1. Mention five ways through which God speaks to us today
2. Explain how God revealed Himself to Moses
Answers
1. C 2. C 3. B 4. A 5. B
Theory
1. a. Dreams
b. Visions
c. Prophets
d. Prophecy
e. Bible
2. God reveals Himself to Moses in Midian through the burning bush. He told him to remove his shoes for
where he was standing is a holy ground.
WEEK 6
TOPIC: THE VIEWS OF DIFFERENT TRIBES CREATION
CONTENTS
I. Yoruba traditional account of creation
II. Edo traditional account of creation.
A. YORUBA TRADITIONAL ACCOUNT OF CREATION
Every ethnic group in African society has its own myth about the creation of the universe. According to
the Yoruba, the creation started when Olodumare sent Orisa nla to mould sixteen lifeless human
images. He moulded it and brought it to Olodumare. Olodumare now breathe on them and they became
living souls and were sent to the earth to multiply.
Olodumare sent orisa-nla with snails shell containing sand and water and two birds when he got to the
earth, he threw the shell down. The water splashed on one side and the sand on the other side. He puts
down the birds to spread the sand, the sand could not reach some places; such places are still with water
till today. They eventually became rivers, Oceans, Sea etc. while the places with sand became dry land
that we see today. When Orisa-Nla reported to Olodumare that he had completed the job, Olodumare
sent a Chameleon to inspect it; after the inspection, the Chameleon reported that it is well done.
B. EDO TRADITIONAL ACCOUNT OF CREATION
In Edo, God is called Osanobua. HE gave power to Osanobua to mold and make man and Osanobua he
gave shelter in the bush to keep watch, so Osanobua started moulding people and sending them into the
earth until the earth was filled and people started multiplying.
Evaluation
1. Which of these accounts is the most reliable account of the origin of creation?
2. Explain briefly the evolution theory.
Reading Assignment
Christian Religious Education for JSS bk Adeyinka et al
Ilesanmi Christian Religious Studies for JSS bk 1 by Tunde Erumeoba et al
Christian Religious Knowledge for JSS bk 1 by I.O. Adeyemo
Modern Biology – Read on Darwin Evolution theory of man.
Weekend Assignment
1. God created the universe for days (a) 6 (b) 7 (c) 21
2. ____ was created on the fourth day (a) light (b) Dry land (c) sun, moon, stars
3. In Edo traditional account of creation, which of these personalities was given power to mould and make
man (a) Osanobua (b) Osanoha (c) Orisa-nla
4. Who was delegated by Olodumare to create the world in Yoruba account (a) Osanobua (b) Orisa-nla (c)
Orunmila
5. _____ was created on the seventh day by God (a) man (b) light (c) God rested
Theory
1. List four things which man created
2. Explain the Edo account of creation
Answers
1. A 2. C 3. A 4. B 5. C
Theory
1. Man created the following things (a) Pen (b) Cup (c) Spoon (d) Books
2. In Edo account of creation, Osanobua gave power to Osanowa to mould and make man, and to Osanoha
he gave power to keep watch and shelter in the bush. Osanowa started moulding man and man
multiplied in the world.
WEEK 7
TOPIC: THE DIGNITY OF MAN IN GOD’S CREATION
CONTENT
Man was created in the image of God after His likeness. Man is thus referred to as the pyramid of creation. He
is the crownb of creation. God gave man power to sub due and have dominion over every created things. He is
equally given the power to be fruitful and multiply.
The special consideration given to man at creation is dignity. When man was created on the sixth day, God felt
that man should not be alone and this made God to create a helper for them. “Then the Lord God said, it is not
good for the man to be alone, I will make him a helper suitable for him’ (Gen 2: 18).
The dignity of man in God’s creation rises everyday, the Ten Commandments given to man attests to this. In the
fourth commandment, man was asked to remember the Sabbath and keep it Holy. Man has been able to rise in
dignity through this.
The image of God is shown in terms of human intelligence, creativity, love and care for others. Man is able to
reason and distinguish between bad and good in creativity because man can design and mould image like
himself and many other things that are good for decoration. The love of man has for one another emanated from
God and we take care of ourselves as God takes care of us from the beginning.
For man to thank god because he realized that God put him in position of dignity, he offers sacrifices like that of
Cain, Abel and Abraham. Even now, man tends to give thanks to God for his mercy.
Evaluation
1. What authority was conferred on man after creation
2. What do we mean by DIGNITY? Show that Adam and Eve are dignified by God.
Weekend Assignment
1. Man was created in the ____ of God (a) picture (B) height (c) image
2. _____ is the crown of creation (a) Lion (b) Elephant (c) Man
3. Adam called Eve woman because (a) Eve was very obedient (b) Eve was taken from the dust (c) was
take from his ribs
4. The image of God is shown in terms of human ____ (a) creativity (b) intelligence (c) death
Theory
1. How is man special creation of God?
2. What is dignity? Show how Adam and Eve were dignified by God.
WEEK 8
TOPIC: MAN’S SHARE IN GOD’S CREATIVE ACTIVITY
CONTENT
God created the first man from the dust and made a helper fit for him. Adsam called her woman because she
was taken from his ribs. God gave Adam power over all creatures. He told man to rule over the fish, Plants,
anials and every other creatures. God commanded man to be fruitful and multiply over the world. Man thus
shared in the creative power of God through different activities such as PROCREATION (bringing new life into
being) and the development of material resources of the earth for the benefit of all people.
The first man and woman (Adam and Eve) gave birth to Cain and Abel, and since then we have been
multiplying on the earth. When man and woman meet, the woman will conceive for a period of nine month. The
child will grow up (male or female) and later produce his/her own offspring, so we can see here that man is also
helping God in producing new life.
Evaluation
1. In what ways does man share in the creative power of God.
2. How do you know that man is an image of God.
Weekend Assignment
1. God delegated ____ to rule the world (a) God (b) Man (c) sun
2. The first man is called ____ (a) Adam (b) Eve (C) Cain
3. The first man was placed in the ___ (A) River (b) Planet (c) Garden of Eden
4. The word “Procreation” means ____ (a) excretion (b) death (C) reproduction
5. The first man was made from the ____ (A ) air (b) sea (c) dust
Theory
1. How do you know that man is an image of God?
2. Explain how human beings can be said to create.