**Lesson Plan for Christian Religious Studies**
**Grade:** Junior Secondary 2 (JS2)
**Topic:** Joseph Responded to the Call of Service
**Subject:** Christian Religious Studies
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Lesson Objectives:**
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Narrate the story of Joseph and his journey to Egypt.
2. Identify how Joseph responded to the call of service.
3. Discuss the qualities that made Joseph a successful servant and leader.
4. Relate the lessons from Joseph’s life to their own lives.
**Materials Needed:**
1. Bible (Genesis 37, 39-45)
2. Whiteboard and markers
3. Handouts with discussion questions
4. Projector (optional for visual aids)
**Lesson Procedure:**
**I. Introduction (10 minutes)**
1. **Greeting and Opening Prayer:** Begin with a short prayer asking for wisdom and understanding.
2. **Review of Previous Lesson:** Briefly recap the previous lesson to make a connection to today’s topic.
3. **Introduction to Today’s Topic:** State that today's lesson will focus on how Joseph, a key figure in the Bible, responded to challenges and the call of service.
**II. Instruction (20 minutes)**
1. **Reading the Scripture:**
- Have students read selected passages from Genesis 37, 39-45. Guide them through the key events: Joseph's dreams, being sold into slavery, working in Potiphar's house, imprisonment, interpreting dreams, and becoming a ruler in Egypt.
2. **Story Narration and Discussion:**
- Narrate key parts of Joseph’s story, highlighting his journey from being his father's favorite son, encountering hardship, and rising to power.
- Discuss with students how Joseph responded to each challenge he faced. Was he bitter, angry, or did he serve diligently and faithfully?
**III. Group Activity (15 minutes)**
1. **Group Discussion:**
- Divide students into small groups and give each group a handout with discussion questions:
a. What qualities did Joseph exhibit that made him successful in his various roles (e.g., in Potiphar's house, in prison, as a ruler)?
b. How did Joseph show his faith in God throughout his journey?
c. Can you identify a situation in your life where you can apply the lessons from Joseph's story?
2. **Group Presentations:**
- After 10 minutes of discussion, have each group present their insights and answers to the class.
**IV. Application and Reflection (10 minutes)**
1. **Class Discussion:**
- Lead a whole-class discussion on how Joseph’s story can be applied in the students’ lives today. Focus on themes such as service, perseverance, faith, and forgiveness.
2. **Personal Reflection:**
- Encourage students to think about a time when they faced a difficult situation and how they responded. Ask them to write a short reflection on how they can follow Joseph’s example in their own lives.
**V. Conclusion (5 minutes)**
1. **Summary:** Summarize the key points discussed:
- Joseph’s journey and how he responded to God’s call of service.
- The qualities that made Joseph a successful servant and leader.
- Practical applications of Joseph’s story.
2. **Closing Prayer:** End with a prayer, asking God for the strength to serve faithfully and to learn from Joseph’s example.
**Assessment:**
1. **Class Participation:** Observe and note the students’ participation in discussions and group activities.
2. **Reflection Writing:** Collect and read the students' personal reflections to assess their understanding and application of the lesson.
**Homework:**
1. **Reading Assignment:** Have the students read Genesis chapters 46-50 to explore more about Joseph’s family reunion and the continuation of his service.
2. **Exercise:** Ask students to write a short essay about a modern-day figure who embodies the qualities of Joseph in their service to others.
This lesson plan provides a structured approach to teaching Junior Secondary 2 students about Joseph’s response to the call of service, emphasizing the importance of faith, perseverance, and leadership.