Christian Religious Studies - Junior Secondary 1 - Relationship in the school

TERM: 2^ND TERM

WEEK: 4

CLASS: Junior Secondary School 1

AGE: 12 years

DURATION: 40 minutes

DATE:

SUBJECT: Christian Religious Knowledge

TOPIC: Relationship in the school

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, the learners should be able to

1.) Discuss and analyze the friendship between David and Jonathan as recorded in 1 Sam 18:1-4, 19:1-7, 20, 2 Sam 1:25-27

2.) Discuss the story of the friend at midnight as recorded in Luke 11:5-8

3.) State the qualities of good friends

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:

NOTE

RELATIONSHIP IN THE SCHOOL

FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN DAVID AND JONATHAN

The friendship between David and Jonathan is recorded in several passages, including 1 Samuel 18:1-4, 19:1-7, 20, and 2 Samuel 1:25-27. Their bond is characterized by deep loyalty and mutual respect. Jonathan, the son of King Saul, recognized David's anointing as the future king and chose to support him, even at the risk of his relationship with his father. Their covenant, established in 1 Samuel 18:3, illustrates the commitment they had to each other, transcending familial and political loyalties. In 2 Samuel 1:25-27, David mourns Jonathan’s death profoundly, expressing his love and highlighting the depth of their friendship. The narrative exemplifies the ideals of true friendship, emphasizing loyalty, selflessness, and emotional support.

The Story of the Friend at Midnight

The story of the friend at midnight is found in Luke 11:5-8, where Jesus tells a parable about a man who, at midnight, goes to his friend’s house to ask for bread for an unexpected guest. Despite the late hour, the friend initially refuses but eventually relents due to the man's persistence. This parable illustrates the importance of perseverance in prayer and the nature of God’s willingness to respond to those who earnestly seek help. The cultural expectation of hospitality adds depth to the story, showing that one's social obligations extend even to late-night requests. It encourages believers to approach God with boldness and persistence in their prayers, trusting in His generosity.

Qualities of Good Friends

Good friends are characterized by several key qualities that strengthen their relationships.

These include

1. Loyalty- which fosters trust and reliability
2. Empathy-allowing friends to understand and share each other's feelings
3. Honesty-which promotes open communication and transparency;
4. Support-providing help during difficult times;
5. shared interests-which create common ground and enjoyable experiences.
6. Good friends positively influence each other, promoting personal growth and resilience in challenging circumstances.

EVALUATION:   

1. How does the friendship between David and Jonathan exemplify the qualities of loyalty and selflessness? Provide specific examples from the biblical passages.
2. In the parable of the friend at midnight, what does the man's persistence teach us about the nature of friendship and prayer? How can this lesson be applied in a school setting?
3. Identify and explain the key qualities of good friends as mentioned in the text. How can these qualities contribute to positive relationships among students in a school environment?
4. Discuss how the covenant established between David and Jonathan in 1 Samuel 18:3 reflects the importance of commitment in friendships. How can students demonstrate similar commitments to their friends?
5. Analyze the role of emotional support in the friendship between David and Jonathan as illustrated in 2 Samuel 1:25-27. Why is emotional support essential in friendships, and how can students provide this support to one another?

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher marks their books and commends them positively