Christian Religious Studies - Senior Secondary 2 - Faith in God

Faith in God

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TERM: 3RD TERM

WEEK: 6

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

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

  1. Narrate the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.
  2. Explain the command given by King Nebuchadnezzar.
  3. Describe the faith of the three Hebrew boys.
  4. Discuss God’s deliverance and its impact.
  5. Identify where God commanded not to worship other gods.
  6. Apply the lesson of faith and courage to their own lives.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Storytelling, Bible reading, question and answer, group discussion, video clips, dramatization

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Bible (Daniel 3:1–30, Exodus 20:3–5), Christian Religious Knowledge textbook, projector for video clips (optional), flashcards with memory verses

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
PERIOD 1 and 2
PRESENTATION

STEP

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

STEP 1

Review: The teacher reviews the topic on “Concerns for One’s Nation” using questions.

Learners respond to review questions.

STEP 2

Introduction: The teacher introduces the topic by asking what students would do if forced to disobey God.

Learners respond and share their thoughts.

STEP 3

Explanation: The teacher narrates and explains:

a.   Daniel 3:1–7: King Nebuchadnezzar’s command to worship the golden image

b.   Daniel 3:8–18: The refusal of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.

c.   Daniel 3:19–30: Their punishment and miraculous deliverance.

d.   The effects of their courage and faith on both Jews and Babylonians.

e.   Refers to Exodus 20:3–5, God's command against idol worship.

Learners read the Bible, listen, participate in role-play and group discussions.
     

STEP 4

NOTE TAKING: The teacher writes the note on the board.

Learners copy into their notebooks.

NOTE
FAITH IN GOD
A. Nebuchadnezzar’s Command (Daniel 3:1–7):

  • A golden image was built and everyone was commanded to bow to it at the sound of music.

B. Refusal of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego (Daniel 3:8–18):

  • They refused to worship the image, saying God would deliver them.
  • They stood firm even if God did not save them.

C. Punishment and Deliverance (Daniel 3:19–30):

  • They were thrown into a blazing furnace but were unharmed.
  • A fourth person appeared with them—an angel or the Son of God.
  • Nebuchadnezzar praised their God and promoted them.

D. Effect of Their Faith:

  • Strengthened the faith of other Jews.
  • Changed the perception of the Babylonians about God.

E. Biblical Command Against Idol Worship (Exodus 20:3–5):

  • “You shall have no other gods before me...”
  • Worship of images is forbidden.

F. Application:

  • Students should stand for God even in tough times.
  • Courage and faith inspire others.

EVALUATION:

  1. What was Nebuchadnezzar’s command in Daniel 3?
  2. Why did Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse to obey the King?
  3. How did God deliver them?
  4. What was the effect of their action on the Babylonians and Jews?
  5. Where in the Bible does God forbid idol worship?
  6. How can you apply this story to your life today?

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends participation, gives feedback, and encourages students to have strong faith in God no matter the situation.