Christian Religious Studies - Senior Secondary 2 - Religious reforms continue

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TERM: 3RD TERM

WEEK: 3

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 2
AGE: 16 years
DURATION: 40 minutes (2 periods)
DATE:
SUBJECT: Christian Religious Knowledge
TOPIC: Religious Reforms Continue

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

  1. Describe the nature of religious reforms in the Northern Kingdom under King Josiah
  2. Identify some areas of religious reforms in contemporary Nigeria
  3. Explain why religious reforms are necessary in every generation
  4. Discuss how believers can personally commit to spiritual reformation
  5. Evaluate their own lives in light of God’s standards for true worship

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Explanation, discussion, Bible reading, self-examination, class participation, group activity

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Bible (II Kings 23:15-30), pictures of idols and reformation scenes, Christian Religious Knowledge textbook, chart showing modern-day issues in the church

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
PERIOD 1 and 2
PRESENTATION

STEP

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

STEP 1

Review: The teacher reviews the last topic on “The Sovereignty of God” by asking key questions.

Learners respond to review questions.

STEP 2

Introduction: The teacher introduces the new topic by narrating how King Josiah cleansed Judah of idolatry and false worship.

Learners listen attentively.

STEP 3

Explanation: The teacher explains:

a. Josiah’s actions in II Kings 23:15-30 including destruction of pagan shrines, removal of idolatrous priests

b. Similar reforms needed in Nigeria today (e.g. removal of false prophets, sexual immorality in churches, tribalism, cultism, and syncretism).

c. The role of individual believers in upholding purity in faith and conduct.

Learners read the Bible passage, ask questions, and engage in discussions.

STEP 4

NOTE TAKING: The teacher writes a detailed summary note on the board.

Learners copy the note into their notebooks.

NOTE
RELIGIOUS REFORMS CONTINUE
A. Religious Reforms in the North (II Kings 23:15–30)
• King Josiah led major reforms by destroying altars to foreign gods and removing idol worship from the land.
• He got rid of corrupt priests and encouraged the worship of the true God.
• His reforms were part of God’s plan to restore true worship in Israel.

B. Religious Reforms in Nigeria Today
• Modern examples:

  • Exposure and removal of false prophets and corrupt leaders
  • Rejection of immoral practices such as adultery, homosexuality, tribalism
  • Reawakening of true spiritual practices: prayer, study of the Word, and holiness

C. Need for Religious Reforms
• Every generation drifts away from God without proper spiritual guidance.
• Reforms restore purity, truth, and holiness.

D. Personal Application
• Each believer must examine their life to align with God’s standard.
• Spiritual growth requires repentance, commitment, and continuous reformation.

EVALUATION:

  1. What were some religious reforms Josiah carried out?
  2. Mention two areas of religious reforms needed in Nigeria today.
  3. Why are religious reforms necessary in every generation?
  4. How can you personally commit to spiritual reformation?
  5. List some immoral practices that should be removed from churches today.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher marks classwork and encourages learners to be true reformers in their generation by living out their faith boldly.