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TERM: 1ST TERM

WEEK: 3

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 3
AGE: 17 years
DURATION: 40 minutes (2 periods)
DATE:
SUBJECT: Christian Religious Knowledge
TOPIC: Call to Discipleship

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

  1. Explain the meaning and importance of discipleship in Jesus’ ministry.
  2. Identify the Bible passages that speak about the call to discipleship.
  3. Analyze the responses of the first disciples to Jesus’ call.
  4. Discuss how Christians should respond to God's call today.
  5. Examine factors that militate against true discipleship.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES:
Explanation, discussion, Bible reading, questions and answers, storytelling, role play, group work, reflection.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:
Bible (Matt. 28:19–20, Mk. 16:15–19, Lk. 5:10, Matt. 4:18–25, Matt. 9:9–13, Mk. 1:16–20, Lk. 5:1–11, Matt. 8:18–22, Lk. 9:51–63), discipleship chart, CRK textbook.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
PERIOD 1 and 2
PRESENTATION

STEP

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

STEP 1

Review the previous lesson on God’s Sovereignty by asking questions.

Learners respond actively to questions.

STEP 2

Introduce the new topic by asking: “What does it mean to be a disciple?” and “Have you ever felt called by God?”

Learners share personal ideas and listen.

STEP 3

The teacher explains:

a. Meaning and importance of discipleship using Matt. 28:19–20, Mk. 16:15–19, and Lk. 5:10.

b. Responses of the first disciples (e.g., Peter, Matthew, James, John) – Matt. 4:18–25, 9:9–13, Mk. 1:16–20.

c. The attitude of Christians today toward God’s call.

d. Obstacles to discipleship using Matt. 8:18–22, Lk. 9:51–63.

Learners read, analyze passages, and discuss in groups.

STEP 4

Write summary note on the board.

Learners copy notes into notebooks.

 

NOTE
CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP
A. Meaning of Discipleship
A disciple is a follower of Jesus who learns from Him and lives by His teachings.

B. Importance of Call to Discipleship
• It is a call to service and partnership in God’s mission.
• Jesus instructed the disciples to go and make more disciples (Matt. 28:19–20).
• Christians are called to evangelize and live righteous lives.

C. The First Disciples and Their Responses
• Peter and Andrew: left their nets immediately (Matt. 4:18–22).
• Matthew: left his tax booth and followed Jesus (Matt. 9:9–13).
• Their responses were immediate, obedient, and sacrificial.

D. Attitudes of Christians Today
• Mixed responses – some accept, some delay, some reject.
• Some prioritize personal comfort and wealth over God’s call.

E. Hindrances to Discipleship
• Matt. 8:18–22 and Lk. 9:51–63 show that excuses like family commitments, comfort, and fear of hardship can hinder discipleship.
• True discipleship demands total surrender and commitment.

 

EVALUATION:

  1. What is the importance of Jesus’ call to discipleship?
  2. Mention two responses given by the early disciples.
  3. How should Christians respond to God’s call today?
  4. List three hindrances to discipleship mentioned in the Bible.
  5. What do you understand by total surrender to God?

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation.

CONCLUSION: Teacher reviews the main points, marks students’ notes, gives encouragement to respond positively to God’s call.