### Lesson Plan: God's Plan for Us
**Subject:** Christian Religious Studies
**Grade Level:** Primary 5
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Theme:** Understanding God's Plan
**Objectives:**
1. Students will understand the concept of God's plan for individuals and humanity.
2. Students will identify Biblical stories that demonstrate God's plan.
3. Students will reflect on how they can seek and understand God's plan in their own lives.
**Materials:**
- Bible (specifically, Genesis 12:1-9, Jeremiah 29:11)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Chart paper and markers
- Activity worksheets
- Coloring supplies
**Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. Begin with a prayer.
2. Ask students if they know what a 'plan' is and who makes plans.
3. Introduce the concept that God has a plan for each one of us.
4. Write "God's Plan for Us" on the whiteboard.
**Instruction (20 minutes):**
1. **Bible Story: Abraham's Call (Genesis 12:1-9)**
- Read aloud or summarize the story of Abraham's call.
- Discuss how God had a special plan for Abraham and his descendants.
- Highlight God's promises: land, blessings, and making Abraham a great nation.
2. **Jeremiah 29:11**
- Read and discuss Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
- Discuss what this verse means in the context of God's plan.
**Discussion (10 minutes):**
1. Ask students to share what they think about God's plan.
2. Prompt them with questions like:
- How do you think we can find out what God's plan for us is?
- What should we do if we are unsure about God's plan?
**Activity (15 minutes):**
1. **Chart Paper Activity:**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Give each group a large chart paper and markers.
- Ask each group to draw and write about a time they felt God was guiding them or a significant moment where they saw a positive outcome (God’s Plan).
- Invite each group to share their drawings and stories with the class.
2. **Worksheet Activity:**
- Hand out activity worksheets that include Bible verses and questions to help students reflect on God's plans for them.
- Include a coloring section where students can draw what they envision for their future with God's guidance.
**Conclusion (5 minutes):**
1. Recap the key points of the lesson.
2. Emphasize that God’s plan is always for our good and often requires faith and trust.
3. End with a brief prayer, asking God to help each student understand and follow His plan for their lives.
**Homework:**
- Ask students to write a short paragraph or make a small drawing at home about what they think God’s plan might be for them and bring it to the next class.
**Assessment:**
- Participation in discussions and activities.
- Completion of the worksheet and homework assignment.
- Observation of students' understanding through their questions and responses.
This lesson plan aims to help Primary 5 students understand and reflect on the concept of God's plan for their lives through interactive and engaging activities.