### Lesson Plan: Christian Religious Studies for Senior Secondary 1
#### Topic: Spiritual Gifts II
**Duration: 60 minutes**
**Age Group: Senior Secondary 1 (Approx. 15-17 years old)**
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**Objective:**
1. To deepen students' understanding of the concept and purpose of spiritual gifts in Christian life.
2. To explore the various types of spiritual gifts mentioned in the New Testament.
3. To encourage students to identify and utilize their spiritual gifts for the benefit of the Christian community.
**Materials Needed:**
- Bibles (preferably NRSV, NIV, or ESV)
- Whiteboard and markers
- Handouts on spiritual gifts (definitions and applications)
- Notebook and pen for each student
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**Lesson Structure:**
**I. Introduction (10 minutes)**
1. **Welcome & Prayer (2 minutes)**
- Begin with a short prayer asking for guidance and understanding.
2. **Recap of Spiritual Gifts I (3 minutes)**
- Briefly review the previous lesson on Spiritual Gifts I. Highlight the key points covered:
- Definition of spiritual gifts
- Importance and purpose of spiritual gifts in the church.
3. **Today's Objectives (5 minutes)**
- Share the objectives for today's lesson.
**II. Body (40 minutes)**
1. **Scriptural Foundation (10 minutes)**
- Have students read 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 and Romans 12:6-8.
- Discuss the different types of spiritual gifts mentioned in these passages.
- Wisdom, Knowledge, Faith, Healing, Miracles, Prophecy, Discernment, Tongues, Interpretation, Service, Teaching, Encouragement, Giving, Leadership, Mercy.
2. **Categories of Spiritual Gifts (10 minutes)**
- Explain that spiritual gifts can be broadly categorized into:
- **Gifts of Revelation** (e.g., wisdom, knowledge, prophecy)
- **Gifts of Power** (e.g., faith, healing, miracles)
- **Gifts of Communication** (e.g., tongues, interpretation)
3. **Interactive Activity (15 minutes)**
- Divide students into small groups and assign each group a few spiritual gifts to research and discuss.
- Groups should identify:
- Scriptural examples of their assigned gifts in action.
- How these gifts can benefit the church today.
- Allow each group to present their findings to the class.
4. **Personal Reflection (5 minutes)**
- Ask students to spend a few minutes reflecting on any spiritual gifts they believe they might possess.
- Encourage them to think about how they can use these gifts to serve their church and community.
**III. Conclusion (10 minutes)**
1. **Class Discussion (5 minutes)**
- Open the floor for any questions or additional insights from students.
- Discuss practical ways to discover and develop their spiritual gifts.
2. **Application and Prayer (5 minutes)**
- Provide handouts on spiritual gifts with definitions and practical applications.
- Conclude the lesson with a prayer, asking God to help students discover and use their spiritual gifts for His glory.
**Homework Assignment:**
- Ask students to read Ephesians 4:11-16 and write a short reflection on how the different roles/gifts mentioned contribute to the unity and growth of the body of Christ.
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**Assessment:**
- Participation in group discussions and activities.
- Understanding of the concepts based on their personal reflection and class discussions.
- Homework reflection on Ephesians 4:11-16.
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### Notes for the Teacher:
- Be sure to create an inclusive and open environment where students feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and reflections.
- Adjust the timing and depth of content as needed to suit the particular group of students.
- Encourage students to think not only about their own gifts but also to recognize and affirm the gifts in their peers.