Christian Religious Studies - Senior Secondary 3 - The Trial of Jesus Christ and His Death

The Trial of Jesus Christ and His Death

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TERM: 1ST TERM

WEEK: 5

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 3
AGE: 17 years
DURATION: 40 minutes (2 periods)
DATE:
SUBJECT: Christian Religious Knowledge
TOPIC: The Trial of Jesus Christ and His Death

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

  1. Narrate the events surrounding Jesus’ trials before the high priest, Pilate, and Herod.
  2. Compare the gospel accounts of Jesus’ trials.
  3. Describe the events of Jesus’ crucifixion and burial.
  4. State the significance of Jesus’ death for the salvation of humanity.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Explanation, Bible reading, guided video viewing, storytelling, discussion, questioning, and comparison.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Bible (Matt. 26:36–75; 27:11–31, Mk. 14:53–75; 15:1–25, Lk. 22:66–71; 23:1–25), video clips of Jesus’ trial and crucifixion, pictorial charts of trial scenes and crucifixion, CRK textbook for SS3.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

PERIOD 1 and 2:
PRESENTATION

STEP

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

STEP 1 Review

Teacher revises the previous topic on Jesus’ baptism using short questions.

Learners respond actively.

STEP 2 Introduction

Shows a chart/video scene of Jesus being taken to the high priest, asks students what they know about court trials.

Learners observe and share their thoughts.

STEP 3 Explanation

Teacher explains: a. Jesus before the high priest (Matt. 26:36–75). b. Jesus before Pilate and Herod (Matt. 27:11–31, Lk. 23:6–12). c. Crucifixion and burial. d. Significance of His death for salvation. Guides students to read scriptures and watch video clips.

Learners read, listen, watch, and take notes.

STEP 4 Note Taking

Teacher writes structured summary on the board.

Learners copy into their notes.

 

NOTE

THE TRIAL AND DEATH OF JESUS
A. Jesus Before Authorities
• Before the High Priest: Accused falsely, Peter denies Him (Matt. 26:36–75).
• Before Pilate: Declared innocent, crowd demands crucifixion (Matt. 27:11–31).
• Before Herod: Mocked and returned to Pilate (Lk. 23:6–12).

B. Crucifixion and Burial
• Crucified at Golgotha, mocked, died, veil torn (Matt. 27:32–56).
• Buried in a new tomb by Joseph of Arimathea (Matt. 27:57–61).

C. Significance of Jesus’ Death
• Brought salvation and forgiveness of sin.
• Fulfilled prophecy and God's redemptive plan.
• Reconciled humanity with God.

 

EVALUATION

  1. Outline the stages of Jesus’ trial.
  2. Describe the events that took place during Jesus’ crucifixion.
  3. Why is Jesus’ death significant to Christians?
  4. Mention one role each of Pilate and Herod played in Jesus’ trial.
  5. Who buried Jesus, and where?

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation
CONCLUSION: Teacher summarizes key points, marks notes, and encourages learners to reflect on Jesus’ suffering for humanity.