Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 1 - Christian Religious Studies - Call To Freedom

### Lesson Plan: Call to Freedom #### Subject: Christian Religious Studies #### Class: Junior Secondary 1 #### Duration: 1 Hour #### Topic: Call to Freedom --- #### Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Understand the concept of "Call to Freedom" in a Christian context. 2. Explain the significance of freedom in the lives of Christians. 3. Identify and describe key Biblical stories that illustrate the call to freedom. 4. Apply the concept of freedom to their daily lives. --- #### Materials Needed: - Bible - Whiteboard and markers - Handouts with key Bible verses - Projector and computer (for video clip) - Notebook and pen for each student --- #### Introduction (10 minutes): 1. **Greeting and Prayer**: Start with a short prayer asking for understanding and wisdom. 2. **Icebreaker Question**: Ask students what they think freedom means. Encourage a few responses. 3. **Introduction to the Topic**: Briefly introduce the topic - Call to Freedom, and relate it to the students' lives using examples they can relate to, such as freedom from homework deadlines, rules at school, etc. --- #### Teaching and Learning Activities (30 minutes): **Activity 1: Discussion and Explanation (10 minutes)** - **Define "Call to Freedom"**: Explain that in Christianity, the call to freedom often means God calling His people out of bondage or difficult situations into a new life of hope and service to Him. - **Key Bible Stories**: - **Exodus 3:1-12**: Moses is called by God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. - **Luke 4:18-19**: Jesus reads from the scroll of Isaiah, announcing freedom to the oppressed. **Activity 2: Reading and Interpretation (10 minutes)** - **Group Activity**: Divide the class into groups. Assign each group a Bible story that illustrates the call to freedom (Exodus or Luke). Provide handouts with key verses. - **Reading**: Each group reads their assigned passage and discusses the key points. - **Presentation**: Groups present their interpretation to the class. **Activity 3: Application to Daily Life (10 minutes)** - **Guided Discussion**: Bring the class back together and discuss how the concept of freedom in the Bible can be applied to their daily lives. - Examples: Freedom from fear, freedom to make good choices, freedom through forgiveness. - **Personal Reflection**: Ask students to reflect on areas in their lives where they seek freedom. Provide them time to write down their thoughts. --- #### Conclusion (10 minutes): 1. **Recap**: Summarize the key points discussed- what is "Call to Freedom," and its significance in the Bible and daily life. 2. **Q&A Session**: Allow students to ask any questions they might have. 3. **Assignment**: Provide a short assignment for the students to write about how they can experience and show freedom in their lives. 4. **Closing Prayer**: Conclude with a prayer thanking God for freedom and asking for guidance in living out this freedom daily. --- #### Assessment: - **Participation**: Observe student involvement in group discussions and presentations. - **Reflection Notes**: Collect and review students' personal reflections to gauge understanding and personal connection to the lesson. - **Assignment**: Review students’ written assignments to assess comprehension and application of the topic. --- This lesson plan combines interactive discussions, group activities, and personal reflection to ensure an engaging and comprehensive understanding of the topic "Call to Freedom."