### Lesson Plan: Marriage - Christian Marriage
#### Subject: Christian Religious Studies
#### Grade Level: Junior Secondary 1
#### Duration: 60 minutes
#### Topic: Marriage - Christian Marriage
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#### Learning Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the concept of marriage in Christianity.
2. Identify the purposes of Christian marriage.
3. Describe the characteristics of a Christian marriage.
4. Recognize the roles and responsibilities of partners in a Christian marriage.
#### Materials Needed:
- Bible (preferably in different versions)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Multimedia projector (optional)
- Handouts with selected Bible verses and key points
- Notebook and pens/pencils for students
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#### Lesson Outline:
1. **Introduction (10 minutes)**
- Opening Prayer.
- Brief overview of the day’s lesson.
- Engage students with a short discussion on what they already know about marriage in general.
2. **Biblical Basis of Christian Marriage (15 minutes)**
- Read Genesis 2:18-24 and Ephesians 5:22-33.
- Discuss the passages and relate them to the purpose and foundation of Christian marriage.
- Highlight key principles from the passages, such as companionship, love, and unity.
3. **Purposes of Christian Marriage (10 minutes)**
- Present and discuss the purposes of Christian marriage:
- Companionship (Genesis 2:18)
- Procreation (Genesis 1:28)
- Mutual support and comfort (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12)
- Moral and spiritual growth (Ephesians 5:25-27)
4. **Characteristics of a Christian Marriage (10 minutes)**
- Discuss the characteristics that define a Christian marriage:
- Commitment (Matthew 19:4-6)
- Fidelity (Proverbs 5:18-19)
- Love and Respect (Ephesians 5:25, 33)
- Mutual Support (1 Peter 3:7)
5. **Roles and Responsibilities in Christian Marriage (15 minutes)**
- Discuss the roles of husbands and wives according to the Bible:
- Husbands: Love your wives (Ephesians 5:25), lead with integrity (1 Timothy 3:2-5)
- Wives: Respect your husbands (Ephesians 5:33), support and nurture (Proverbs 31:10-31)
- Encourage open discussion and answer any questions students may have.
6. **Conclusion (5 minutes)**
- Summarize the key points of the lesson.
- Ask students to share one new thing they learned about Christian marriage.
- Closing Prayer.
#### Assessment:
- Informal assessment through class participation and discussions.
- Short reflection writing task: Ask students to write a paragraph about how the lessons on Christian marriage can apply to relationships they see in their own lives.
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#### Extra Activity (Optional):
- Show a short video clip on a Christian marriage ceremony to give students a visual understanding.
- Assign a homework task to interview a married Christian couple about their experiences and how their faith influences their marriage.
Use this lesson plan as a guide to ensure that students leave the class with a strong understanding of the topic of Christian marriage. Adjust the materials and discussion points as needed to fit the specific needs and context of your class.