Christian Religious Studies - Senior Secondary 2 - True religion and social justice

True religion and social justice

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TERM: 3RD TERM

WEEK: 8

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 2
AGE: 16 years
DURATION: 40 minutes (2 periods)
DATE:
SUBJECT: Christian Religious Knowledge
TOPIC: True Religion and Social Justice

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

  1. Explain what true religion means using the book of Amos.
  2. Describe the difference between religious formality and genuine devotion.
  3. Identify the social vices condemned by Prophet Amos.
  4. Discuss the importance of social justice in Christian living.
  5. State what God expects from true worshippers.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Explanation, discussion, storytelling, question and answer, critical thinking, group work
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Bible (Amos 2, 4, 5), CRK textbook, video clip or chart on Amos' prophecies, quote cards (e.g. Amos 5:24), class board

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
PERIOD 1 and 2:
PRESENTATION

STEP

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

STEP 1 Review

The teacher briefly reviews the previous topic on Daniel’s faith.

Students recall and discuss lessons from Daniel’s story.

STEP 2 Introduction

The teacher poses questions: “Is going to church enough to please God?” Then introduces the concept of true religion using Amos.

Learners give opinions and respond thoughtfully.

STEP 3 Explanation

The teacher explains: a. False religion condemned by Amos (Amos 5:21–23; 4:4–5) b. True religion (Amos 5:4, 14–15, 24) c. Social vices in Israel (Amos 2:6–8; 4:1–2; 5:7–13) d. The need for justice, mercy, and right living

Learners read passages, discuss in groups, analyze the message of Amos, and relate it to current society.

STEP 4 NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summary on the board.

Learners copy into their notebooks.

NOTE
TRUE RELIGION AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
A. True Religion (Amos 5:21–23; 4:4–5)

  • God is not pleased with mere outward worship or rituals.
  • Religion without righteousness and justice is false.

B. What God Requires (Amos 5:4, 14–15, 24)

  • Seek God and live.
  • Hate evil, love good, and maintain justice.
  • “Let justice roll on like a river…” (Amos 5:24)

C. Social Vices Condemned by Amos

  • Exploitation of the poor (Amos 2:6–8)
  • Oppression by rich women (Amos 4:1–2)
  • Corruption and injustice (Amos 5:7–13)

D. Relevance to Today

  • God wants our hearts, not just activities.
  • Christians must promote fairness, truth, and kindness.

EVALUATION:

  1. What is true religion according to Amos?
  2. What did God condemn in Amos 5:21–23?
  3. What does Amos 5:24 teach us?
  4. List two social vices condemned in Amos’ time.
  5. How can students apply these lessons in their daily lives?

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher summarizes the importance of combining faith with righteous living, marks classwork, and encourages learners to be examples of true religion.