Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 1 - Christian Religious Studies - New Life In Christ (1)

**Lesson Plan: New Life in Christ (1)** **Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 1 (SS1) **Subject:** Christian Religious Studies **Duration:** 60 minutes **Topic:** New Life in Christ (1) **Lesson Objectives:** By the end of this lesson, students should be able to: 1. Understand the concept of "New Life in Christ." 2. Explain the significance of being "born again." 3. Identify the steps and characteristics of a new life in Christ. 4. Reflect on how "New Life in Christ" can impact their daily lives and choices. **Materials Needed:** - Bibles (one for each student) - Whiteboard and markers - Handouts with key Bible verses - Notebooks and pens - PowerPoint presentation (optional) **Lesson Outline:** **1. Introduction (10 minutes)** - Greet the class and take attendance. - Briefly discuss the previous lesson to connect with today’s topic. - Introduce the topic: "New Life in Christ" by showing a short video or sharing a personal story/testimony. **2. Bible Study (15 minutes)** - Read John 3:1-21 - The story of Nicodemus and Jesus discussing being born again. - Engage students in reading and discussing key verses (John 3:3, John 3:5-6, John 3:16). - Ask guiding questions: 1. What does it mean to be "born again"? 2. Why is this concept important in Christianity? **3. Discussion (10 minutes)** - Break the class into small groups and give them handouts with more Bible passages (e.g., 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:4). - Each group discusses and lists the characteristics of someone who has been "born again." - Reconvene and have groups share their findings. **4. Explanation (10 minutes)** - Using the whiteboard, compile the characteristics shared by the groups. - Explain the steps towards achieving a new life in Christ: 1. Repentance 2. Faith in Jesus Christ 3. Baptism (where applicable) 4. Daily renewal of faith - Emphasize the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and transforming the believer’s life. **5. Application (10 minutes)** - Ask students to reflect individually on what "New Life in Christ" means to them personally. - Have them write down how they can demonstrate this new life in their daily actions (e.g., honesty, kindness, patience). **6. Conclusion (5 minutes)** - Summarize the key points discussed about the new life in Christ. - Encourage students to integrate these principles into their lives. - Preview the next lesson topic. **7. Closing Prayer (2 minutes)** - Invite a student to lead the class in a short prayer asking for God’s guidance in living a new life in Christ. **Assessment:** - Participation in discussions and group activities. - Reflective writing to assess understanding. - Completion and quality of written reflections on applying new life principles in daily life. **Extension Activities:** - For homework, ask students to read Galatians 5:16-25 and note how the fruit of the Spirit relates to living a new life in Christ. They can prepare to share their insights in the next class. - Encourage students to share, during the week, an aspect of their lives where they can start practicing new life principles and come back with testimonies. --- *Note: Adapt the activities and duration according to your class needs and dynamics.*