TERM: 1ST TERM
WEEK: 3
CLASS: Junior Secondary School 1
AGE: 12 years
DURATION: 40 minutes
DATE:
SUBJECT: Christian Religious Knowledge
TOPIC: The destiny of man in God’s creation
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, the learners should be able to
1.) Mention and explain the meaning of the names of God in different Nigerian languages
2.) Discuss how human beings share in God’s creation
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, story-telling, videos from source
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Recommended Christian Religious Knowledge textbooks for Junior Secondary School 1
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
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PRESENTATION
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TEACHER’S ACTIVITY
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PUPIL’S ACTIVITY
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STEP 1
Review
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The teacher revises the previous lesson
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Learners pay attention
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STEP 2
Introduction
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She then introduces the new topic by mentioning more names of God in different Nigerian languages
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Learners pay attention and participate
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STEP 3
Explanation
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She further explores the destiny of man in God’s creation
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Learners pay attention and participate
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STEP 4
NOTE TAKING
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The teacher writes a short note on the board for the learners to copy
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The learners copy the note from the board
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NOTE
THE DESTINY OF MAN IN GOD’S CREATION
MORE NAMES OF GOD IN DIFFERENT NIGERIAN LANGUAGES
- Urhobo: Oghene-Ovo – "The Everlasting God," referring to God's eternal presence.
- Isoko: Oghene – "God," often used to denote the Almighty or Supreme Being.
- Ijaw: Tamuno – "The Creator God," linking God directly to creation and sustenance.
- Edo: Osanobua Noghodua – "The Creator who provides," expressing God’s provision and sustaining power.
- Nupe: Soko – "The Supreme Being," acknowledging God as the ultimate authority.
- Kanuri: Mai Gari – "The Lord of the World," referring to God as the ruler and sustainer of all existence.
- Gbagyi: Shekwoyi – "The Supreme God," representing God’s power and authority.
- Igala: Ojo Ojo – "The Almighty," highlighting God's supremacy and strength.
- Idoma: Owoicho – "The Supreme Being," showing God as the highest power in the universe.
How Human Beings Share in God’s Creation
Human beings participate in God's creation in meaningful ways, reflecting their divine purpose:
- Creativity and Innovation: Being made in God’s image, humans express creativity through art, technology, science, and architecture, showcasing their own mini-creations.
- Stewardship of Nature: Humans are called to care for the earth, which includes tending plants, conserving resources, and protecting wildlife. This stewardship is a key aspect of sharing in God’s creation.
- Procreation and Nurturing Families: In family life, humans bring new life into the world, sharing in God’s life-giving work by raising children and teaching them.
- Moral Responsibility: Humans are tasked with upholding justice, kindness, and truth. By promoting goodness and harmony, they contribute to a moral order that reflects God’s will.
- Environmental Conservation: Humans are responsible for preserving and restoring the natural world. This includes addressing pollution, protecting endangered species, and sustaining the planet’s ecosystems.
EVALUATION:
- List and explain the meaning of two names of God in Nigerian languages, and discuss what these names reveal about how different cultures view God.
- Describe how human beings share in God’s creation through creativity and stewardship, providing one example for each.
- In what ways does the name Soko from the Nupe language reflect an understanding of God’s role in creation?
- Explain the role of environmental conservation in human responsibility toward creation and why it is important.
- How does the attribute of God as “The Lord of the World” (Kanuri: Mai Gari) connect with the idea of God’s omnipotence?
CLASSWORK: As in evaluation
CONCLUSION: The teacher marks their books and commends them positively
