# Lesson Plan: Call to Obedience - Abraham's Faith and Commitment
## Grade Level: Junior Secondary 2
### Subject: Christian Religious Studies
### Duration: 45 minutes
### Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the significance of obedience in the life of Abraham.
2. Discuss the key events where Abraham demonstrated faith and obedience.
3. Apply the lessons from Abraham’s story to their own lives.
### Materials Needed:
- Bibles
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector (if available)
- Handouts (copies of Genesis chapters 12, 15, and 22)
- Notebook and pens
### Lesson Outline:
#### 1. Introduction (10 minutes)
- Begin with a prayer.
- Briefly introduce the topic: "Call to Obedience - Abraham's Faith and Commitment".
- Ask students if they know who Abraham is and summarize his importance in the Bible.
- State the objectives of the lesson clearly.
#### 2. Development (20 minutes)
- **Reading and Discussion**:
- Divide the students into small groups and assign each group one of the following passages to read:
- Genesis 12:1-9: God’s call to Abraham to leave his homeland.
- Genesis 15:1-6: God’s promise to Abraham.
- Genesis 22:1-18: God tests Abraham by asking him to sacrifice Isaac.
- After reading, each group will summarize their passage and discuss how Abraham demonstrated obedience and faith.
- **Interactive Activity**:
- Bring the class back together and ask each group to present their summary and findings.
- Write key points on the whiteboard.
- Project or display a timeline of Abraham’s journey (if a projector is available).
#### 3. Application (10 minutes)
- **Class Discussion**:
- How did Abraham's faith and obedience impact his life and those around him?
- How does the concept of obedience apply to our lives today?
- What are some modern-day examples of obedience to God?
- **Personal Reflection**:
- Ask students to write a brief paragraph on how they can demonstrate obedience in their own lives, drawing inspiration from Abraham.
### 4. Conclusion (5 minutes)
- Summarize the key points discussed throughout the lesson.
- Emphasize the importance of faith and obedience in the Christian life.
- Encourage students to think about how they can apply the lesson to their daily actions.
- Close with a prayer.
### Assessment:
- Participation in group activities and discussions.
- Personal reflection paragraph.
- Teacher observations and informal questioning during discussions.
### Homework:
- Read Genesis 22 again and write a short essay on how Abraham’s faith can be an example in their own personal challenges.
### Additional Notes:
- Be respectful of different levels of prior knowledge; some students may need more context.
- Encourage open discussion and ensure every student has a chance to participate.
### Prayer Closing
- Thank God for the lesson and ask for strength to be obedient like Abraham.
This lesson plan provides a structured approach to exploring the concept of obedience through the story of Abraham, allowing students to engage with the material and reflect on its application in their own lives.