**Lesson Plan: Christian Religious Studies (Senior Secondary 2)**
**Topic: Joshua as a Leader**
**Lesson Duration:** 80 minutes
**Lesson Objectives:**
1. To understand Joshua's role and leadership qualities.
2. To examine biblical passages portraying Joshua’s leadership.
3. To develop critical thinking about the characteristics of effective leadership in a biblical context.
4. To apply the lessons from Joshua’s leadership to modern-day scenarios.
**Scripture Readings:**
- Numbers 13:16-34
- Numbers 14:1-10
- Numbers 27:15-23
- Joshua 1:1-15
- Joshua 6:1-13
**Materials Needed:**
- Bibles (one per student)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts with key points from the scripture readings
- Notebooks and pens for students
- Projector (optional, for displaying scripture and key points)
**Lesson Activities:**
**1. Introduction (10 minutes)**
- **Greeting and Prayer (2 minutes)**: Start the class with a short prayer.
- **Icebreaker (3 minutes)**: Ask students to share one quality they think is essential for a good leader.
- **Introduction to Topic (5 minutes)**: Introduce Joshua as a central figure in the Bible, highlighting his transition from Moses' assistant to the leader of the Israelites.
**2. Scripture Reading and Discussion (40 minutes)**
- **Numbers 13:16-34 (10 minutes)**:
- Read aloud in class.
- Discuss Joshua’s role among the spies and his faith in God’s promise despite opposition.
- **Numbers 14:1-10 (10 minutes)**:
- Read aloud in class.
- Discuss Joshua’s courage and faith when the Israelites rebelled.
- Ask students to identify key leadership qualities shown by Joshua.
- **Numbers 27:15-23 (5 minutes)**:
- Read aloud in class.
- Discuss Moses’ recommendation and God’s appointment of Joshua as a leader.
- **Joshua 1:1-15 (10 minutes)**:
- Read aloud in class.
- Discuss God’s commands and promises to Joshua.
- Highlight the importance of strength, courage, and obedience to God.
- **Joshua 6:1-13 (5 minutes)**:
- Read aloud in class.
- Discuss Joshua’s leadership during the fall of Jericho and his commitment to God’s instructions.
**3. Group Activity (15 minutes)**
- **Divide the class into small groups.** Each group will be assigned a passage discussed earlier.
- **Task**: Reflect on and list the leadership qualities demonstrated by Joshua in their assigned passage.
- **Presentation**: Each group will present their findings to the class.
**4. Application and Reflection (10 minutes)**
- **Class Discussion (5 minutes)**: How can we apply Joshua's leadership qualities in our daily lives?
- **Reflection (5 minutes)**: Ask students to write a short paragraph on one leadership quality they admire in Joshua and how they can incorporate it into their personal lives.
**5. Conclusion (5 minutes)**
- **Summary of Key Points (3 minutes)**: Recap key insights about Joshua’s leadership.
- **Closing Prayer (2 minutes)**: End the lesson with a prayer, asking for God’s guidance to develop leadership qualities in students.
**Assessment:**
- Participation in group discussions and presentations.
- Reflection paragraph written by students.
- Informal observation during class activities.
**Homework:**
- Read Joshua 24:1-15 and write a brief essay on Joshua’s final speech to the Israelites, focusing on his leadership and steadfast faith in God.
**Notes for the Teacher:**
- Be ready to offer support and additional explanations where necessary.
- Make sure every student participates and feels included in discussions and activities.
- Provide encouragement and positive reinforcement throughout the lesson.
This lesson plan aims to help students understand and appreciate the leadership qualities of Joshua, encouraging them to reflect on how they can embody such traits in their lives.