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Monday, 20 September 2021 13:46

God's People come Together - Class 6 CRE Revision Notes

God's People come Together

  1. Differences in Class

    • God created male and female.
    • God created us different in:-
      1. Sex
      2. Size
      3. Age
      4. Weight
      5. Talents/abilities
      6. Physical appearances
      7. Academic performance
      8. Denominations
        Psalms 139:13-18
        1. God the sole creator of all of us.
        2. God created us in unique way
        3. We are fearfully and wonderfully created by God.

  2. How Different We are in our Local Community

    1. Ethnicity/tribe – Romans 12:4-10
    2. Races – Galatians 3:28, john 4:7-9
    3. Wealth – Luke 16:19-31, 18:24-25
    4. Poverty – roman 15:26-29
    5. Religion – 1 Corinthians 10;32-33

  3. Accepting the Needy People in the Society

    The needy
    • Orphans
    • Widows
    • The sick
    • The hungry
    • The refugees
    • The disabled
    • The IDP
    • The aged.
      We accept the needy by:
      1. Sharing food, clothing, shelter e.t.c with them
      2. Visiting the sick and the prisoners.
      3. Caring for orphans and widows, displaced, aged e.t.c
      4. Building schools
      5. Paying school fees for the needy.
        Luke 10:27-37
        Love your neighbor [the needy} as you love yourself.
    • Jesus demonstrated love for neighbor by:
      • Healed lepers though they were rejected and considered unclean.
      • Gave the parable of the good Samaritan who helped a Jew.
      • Died for all sinners.

  4. We are all Equally Important before God.

    • We have differences amongst us but we are all equal before God.
    • God made us in his own likeness and image.
    • God gave us power over all creations
    • God wants us to live like brother and sisters{James 2:1-4}
    • We should pray to God for ourselves and others.
    • The rich and poor should be treated in the same way.

  5. The Role of the Church in Uniting People

    The church unites people by:
    1. Sharing the holy communion
    2. Conducting marriage/ wedding ceremonies.
    3. Conducting interdenominational prayers.
    4. Conducting church choirs competitions
    5. Universal bible study.
    6. Common religious instructional materials in schools.
    7. Enhancing working together as Christians{Ecumenism}
      Psalms 133:1-3
      - Teaches Christians to live together in unity and God will bless us.
      James 4:11-12
      - We should respect other people and their religion
      Questions
      1. List four differences among pupils in class
      2. Name for ethnic communities in Kenya
      3. What lesson do we learn from the story of Lazarus and the rich man?
      4. What is the difference between a tribe and a race?
      5. What happened to the man who was travelling to Jericho from Jerusalem in the parable of
        the Good Samaritan?
      6. Name 3 activities that can unite people in a church
      7. Psalms 139:14 says we are ______________
      8. Jesus healed 10 lepers, only one thanked him. The healed leper who thanked Jesus was a?
      9. The man who was attacked by robbers in the parable of good Samaritan was travelling from
        ______________ to ______________ .
      10. State the greatest commandments according to Jesus.
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Monday, 20 September 2021 12:36

Living a Responsible Life - Class 6 CRE Revision Notes

  1. Meaning Of A Responsible Life

    Understanding who we are in terms of
    1. Our abilities and interest.
    2. Our acceptable and unacceptable characters.
    3. Our feelings and how we relate with others.
    4. Our behaviors and seeking our goals.

  2. Acquiring Self- Awareness/Self-Worth {Reference Primary CRE Pg 72-73}

    This is when we:-
    1. Accept that we are God’s perfect creation
    2. Feel good about ourselves.
    3. Realize that we are important in God’s sight.
    4. Are unique and created for a purpose.
      Memory verse: Isaiah 43:4
      Questions
      1. List two ways that shows man is a special creature.
      2. State a reason why God placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden.

  3. Identifying Interests and Abilities

    Interest is things we enjoy doing.
    Abilities are things one is able to do well and has interest in them e.g. swimming, dancing,
    ______________,_______________ ,____________ ,______________ e.t.c.
    Some abilities are natural {born with} but we acquire other abilities as we grow up.
    Exodus 35:30
    God gave Bazalel and __________________ the ability and knowledge to design and make to make ________________- a tabernacle.
    Mathew 25:14-30 [parable of 3 servants]
    The master had ________________ servants
    He gave each servant according to ones’ ability.
    One he gave _________________ , to another he gave _______________ and to another he gave ________________.
    The master was happy with the first two BUT condemned the third servant.
    1 Peter 4:10-11
    Saint Peter teaches that the gifts of the Holy Spirit should be used to serve God.
    Question:
    1. State seven gifts of the holy spirit {spiritual gifts}
    2. Why was the master unhappy with the third servant in the parable of the 3 servants?
    3. According to exodus 35:30-35, Bazalel son of ____________ was given skill and abilities of all
      kinds of crafts, _______________ , ________________ , ____________ , and ______________.

  4. Character Traits Needed For Acceptance By Others

    Character are behavioral patterns
    Characters are grouped into good and bad.
    Good characters are called virtues{acceptable}
    Example: love, kindness, loyalty humility …..
    Bad characters are called vices {not acceptable}. Example: hatred, disrespect, pride….
    Questions
    1. Explain how one acquires good characters
    2. If you are dishonest, how would you acquire the virtue of honest?
    3. Read Isaiah 43:4 “ I will give up _________________ , then memorize it.
    4. State 5 acceptable behaviors in a school.

  5. Accepting Feelings Of Self-Worth

    We express our feelings of self-worth by:-
    1. Being confident
    2. Telling the truth
    3. Being honest
    4. Accepting change
    5. Sharing feelings
    6. Being ready to face challenges
    7. Appreciating ourselves and others.
      Isaiah 43:4
      God reminds and assures us that he loves us and we are precious to him.

  6. Acquiring Socially Responsible Behavior {SRB}

    These are good acts that make us acceptable to others.
    They are learnt from parents, school and at church
    Examples:
    Taking care of property {home, school, church}
    Living peacefully with others
    Using resources responsibly
    Helping the needy.
    Being kind
    Caring and preserving environment.
    Being courteous while interacting with others.
    Practicing virtues
    We please God when we behave responsibly
    1 Peter 2:1-5
    We are advised to get rid of lying, __________,___________ ,____________ and ____________.
    Ephesians 4:25-32
    We are advised to get rid of all bitterness, _____________ , ____________ , ___________ , __________
    .Instead be kind, ___________ and _______________
    John 15-11-15
    Jesus commands us to love each other just as he loves us.
    Galatians 5:23-26
    We learn to be gentle and have self control
    Colossians 3:20
    It is the duty of children to obey parents for this pleases God
    Romans 13:1-5
    We should obey those in authority because authority comes from God.
    Mathew 5:14-16
    We are the light of the world.
    We should let our good deeds by light to others hence praise God.
    Questions
    1. In 1 Peter 2:1-5, we are advised to get rid of all - and
    2. We should obey and state authority because?
    3. List down 4 unacceptable character triats.
    4. Ohaliab was chosen by God and given the ability to

  7. Developing Goal Seeking Behavior

    A goal {purpose, aspiration} is the aim or target we set for us.
    Goal can be classified as:
    • Short term- completing primary school
    • Long term – completing high school,-university-getting a career
      Ways to achieve our goals include:-
    • Being creative
    • Avoid harmful activities in our lives.
    • Sharing ideas with others.
    • Being persistent and never loose hope.
    • Accepting criticism positively.
    • Always praying and depending on God for guidance.
      Mathew 25:14-30 {parable of 3 servants}
      We are reminded to be active in using our abilities to release our goals by avoiding laziness.

  8. Developing Life Skills

    Life skills are abilities that help a person to develop positive behavior towards solving everyday problems.
    Life skills help us to develop assertiveness, make decisions, critical thinking, creative thinking and responding skills.

    1. Assertiveness

      Assertiveness is being able to express our opinion strongly and confidently.
      It means saying no when you mean NO and YES when you mean yes.
      It involves:
      1. Standing up for your rights
      2. Refusing gifts and lifts from strangers.
      3. Refusing to accompany friends to unknown places
      4. Insist on working hard to achieve goals.
      5. Refusing to be influenced by other people negatively.
        Being assertive does not mean we become more aggressive and disrespectful to other people.
        Genesis 39:1-12
        Joseph was assertive because he ____________to go to bed with ___________ wife.
        Joseph was assertive because he knew what was right and wrong.
        [Related story: primary CRE pg 87-88]
        Nb: Christians can be assertive by being open and honest and refusing to commit sin.

    2. Decision making

      Ability to make correct choices or judgments about something
      Involves making wise choices which helps us achieve our goals.
      Helps us to resolve conflicts and dilemma.
      Provides the opportunity to choose the best option.
      Question
      What important decisions have you made today?
      {Reference to primary CRE 6 pg 91}
      John 11:1-44
      Lazarus and his two sisters[Mary and Martha} lived in Bethany.
      Lazarus got sick.
      Mary and ________________ decided to send for Jesus.
      Jesus delayed for two more days but later made a decision to visit Lazarus’ family.
      Disciples, though they feared, made a decision to go with Jesus.
      Jesus decided to bring Lazarus to life: power to give life.
      Lesson:-
      Christians should make correct decisions in life particular to follow Jesus.
      We should make decisions that are in line with God’s commandments.
      We should aim at glorifying God with our decisions.
      {Related story: Primary CRE 6 pg 90}

    3. Critical thinking {Luke 11:37-44}

      This is being able to make fair and careful judgments about good and bad qualities of people or something.
      Involves exploring possibilities of doing a task in more than one way.
      Helps us to express our judgments after analyzing a situation.
      Helps us to respect views of other people in achieving our goals.
      Luke 11:37-44
      Jesus was invited to a Pharisee’s house for a meal.
      Jesus did not wash his hands.
      Jesus criticized Pharisees for their hypocrisy by:
      • Washing the outside of their cups and plates while inside was full of violence and evil.
      • Giving tenth of their harvest but neglected justice and love of God.
      • They loved the reserved seats in the synagogues and be greeted with respect.

    4. Developing creative thinking

      This is being able to develop new ideas and methods especially when tackling a problem.
      Involves imagining, improvising and coming up with new things.
      Helps us to respect the views of other people.
      Luke 20-19-26
      Teachers of law wanted to trap and arrest Jesus.
      The spies asked Jesus whether it was right to pay taxes.
      Jesus was creative, he did not answer yes or no
      Jesus asked for a _ coin and asked them whose face appeared on the coin.
      Jesus concluded by saying “pay to ________________what belongs to ___________and to God
      what _____________ to God”.
      {Related story: primary CRE 6 pg 96-97}

    5. How to listen and respond

      To listen is to concentrate on hearing something by paying attention.
      To respond is to act in response to something.
      Involves our attentiveness, patience and acting obediently.
      John 3:1-21
      Jesus and Nicodemus had a discussion.
      They listened and responded to each other.
      Nicodemus wondered how he could be born again.
      Jesus responded to him by explaining to him how to be born again.
      Jesus was a good listener; he listened and responded to Nicodemus.
      Nb: we should listen and respond to the word of God.
      {Related story: primary CRE 6 pg 98-100
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Monday, 20 September 2021 12:17

Christians Supporting people with Special Needs

People with Special Needs

  1. The blind {visually impaired}
  2. The lame or crippled {physically impaired}
  3. The deaf {hearing impaired}
  4. The mentally handicapped.
  5. The behaviorally and emotionally disturbed.
  6. Those with communication disorders{mute or dumb}
  7. The orphans
  8. The poor
  9. The street children
  10. People living with HIV/AIDS
  11. The refugees.
  12. The sick

  1. Visually impaired {blind}

    • Challenge – cannot see or read.
    • Require assistance when walking.
    • Use Braille to read.
    • Causes – old age, accidents, sickness, born blind
      John 9:1-12
    • Jesus encounter with a man born blind.
    • Disciples asked the cause of his blindness.
    • Jesus said- sins never caused blindness. Born that way for God’s power to be seen at work.
    • Jesus healed him by:-
      1. Spitting on the ground.
      2. Made mud
      3. Rubbed it on his eyes.
      4. Sent him to wash his face at the pool of Siloam.
    • As Christian we should help the blind enjoy life like normal people.

  2. The Physically Impaired

    • Challenge – cannot walk without help
    • Discrimination at work places.
    • Difficulties at work
    • Causes:- accidents, sickness, born that way.
      Acts 3:1-10
    • Peter and john met a lame man at the Beautiful Gate of Jerusalem temple.
    • The crippled man asked them for money {silver or gold}
    • Peter told him that they did not have money but we will give you what we have.
    • He told him to walk in the name of Jesus and he got healed.
      Mark 2:1-12
    • Jesus healed a paralyzed man lowered from the roof.
    • He was healed because of the faith of those who brought him.
    • Jesus forgave him his sins and told him to rise up take his mat and go home.
    • Jesus healed him to show that he had power to forgive sins.
    • Christians help the lame to enjoy life.

  3. The Hearing Impaired {The Deaf}

    • Challenge- cannot hear.
    • Difficulties in communication
    • Causes: accidents, loud sounds, being born, mishandling ears.
      Mark 7:31-35, 37
    • Jesus healed a deaf man by placing his fingers in the ears.
    • Jesus said “Ephphatha”- meaning open-up.
    • Christians should be concerned with people who are deaf.

  4. Mentally Handicapped

    • Challenge- mental sickness
    • Causes: evil spirits {witchcraft}, sickness{brain damage
      Matthew 8:28-34
    • Jesus met with a man possessed by demons.
    • The man lived among the tombs.
    • The demons begged Jesus not to destroy them.
    • Jesus ordered them to leave the man {mob] and entered a herd of pigs.
    • The owner of the pigs forced Jesus to leave their territory.
    • Jesus probed he has power over evil spirits.
    • Christians should help the mentally sick by:-
      1. Providing daily needs
      2. Taking them to special schools
      3. ____________________

  5. Behaviorally And Emotionally Disturbed.

    • These are people who act abnormally e.g.:-
      Isolate themselves, cry with reason, ever absent minded, staring at nothing for a long time e.t.c.
    • Causes: stress, loss of a loved one, overworking, fear e.t.c
    • This condition can be overcome by:
      1. Trusting in God and pray over all experiences.
      2. Seek assistance from experts.
      3. Participate in sports and games.

  6. The Dumb {Mute}

    • Challenge- can’t speak/talk, can’t express themselves verbally
    • Use gestures/signs
    • Many people can’t understand sign language.
      Mathew 9:22-33
    • Jesus healed a man who could not talk for he had a demon.
    • He ordered the demon to leave the man and he spoke

  7. The Orphans

    • Orphans are children whose parents are dead.
    • Challenge: lack of parental love and guidance
    • If young they lack food, clothing, and shelter e.t.c.
      Deuteronomy 26:12
    • Moses gave instruction on use of a tenth of their produce Should be given to Levites, the foreigners, fatherless and windows.
      James 1;27
    • True religion is taking care of orphans and widows.

  8. The Poor

    • These people lack enough basic needs
      Psalms 41:1
    • King David stresses that those concerned with the poor are blessed and God will deliver them in times of trouble.

  9. People living with HIV/AIDS

    • These people are infected with HIV/AIDS
    • HIV/AIDS is transmitted mainly through sex.
    • Christians should care for them and help them lead a normal life.

  10. Street Children

    • These are children who are homeless and live in towns streets.
    • Problems they face – lack of food, shelter, clothes, medical care e.t.c, sexual harassment.
    • Causes: parental negligence, poverty, harassment at home e.t.c.
    • Christians should be concerned with the street children by providing basic needs, taking them to rehabilitation centers

  11. Refugees {Mathew 2:13-15, 19-23}

    • These are people who have freed their countries because of war, insecurity
    • Challenges : lack of shelter, food, clothing, peace e.t.c
    • Christians should help refugees by:-
      1. Providing basic needs.
      2. Helping them join refugees organizations e.g. UNHCR.

How Christians Support People with Special Needs.

  1. Building special schools for them
    Example:
    • Thika school for blind sponsored by ______________
    • Mumias school for deaf and dumb- catholic church
    • __________________
    • __________________
    • __________________
  2. Providing necessary equipments for challenged people.
  3. Building houses for orphans, refugees
  4. Training people on how to be self reliant
  5. ____________________
  6. ____________________
  7. _____________________
  8. _____________________

Why Christians should Care for People with Special Needs {James 2:14-17}

  • It is our Christian duty to do so {James 2:14-17}
  • It is our responsibility to continue with the work of Jesus
  • By doing so, it is a demonstration of faith with actions
  • ____________________
  • ____________________

Revision

  1. Primary CRE 6 pg 70-71
  2. Quick reading CRE 6 pg 23
  3. Spotlight CRE 6 pg 37-38
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Monday, 20 September 2021 11:38

Breaking the Bread - Class 6 CRE Revision Notes

Importance Of Sharing A Meal {Luke 19:1-10}

  • People share meals on many occasions’ e.g. parties, ____________,___________ and __________.
  • Sharing of meals is important because:-
    1. Brings people together.
    2. Promotes sense of belonging and harmony.
    3. Promotes unity in the family
    4. It is a sign of love, generosity, friendship and care.

Luke 19:1-1

  • Jesus shared a meal with a tax collector called _______________
  •  Zacheaus lived in the town of _________________
  • He climbed on a ______________ tree in order to _________________ because he was ______________
  • People grumbled why Jesus shared a meal with ____________________
  • Zachaeus agreed to change his life after sharing a meal with Jesus.
  • We should share with others irrespective of their reputation.

The Meaning Of Passover

  • The last meal then Israelites celebrated in Egypt before they left.
  • It is called Passover because the angel of death passed over Israelites homes and spared them.
  • Israelites:
    1. Slaughtered a one year old lamb
    2. Roast its meat whole
    3. Broke none of its bone.
    4. Ate all meat
    5. Ate it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs.
    6. Ate while standing.
    7. Eaten only by circumcised me.
      • Marked the begging of new life for Israelites
      • Was taught from one generation to another and celebrated annually.

Questions

  1. Why did the Israelites celebrate Passover feast each year?
  2. What did they eat during the feast?
    • We should depend on God’s power and protection during challenging situations.

What Jesus said and did during the last supper

 What Jesus did    What he said 
Took a cup of wine and gave
thanks		 Take this and share among
yourselves
   
   
   
   

 

Question: which was the most disturbing statement Jesus said during the Last Supper?

Symbols Jesus used

  1. Unleavened bread- Jesus’ body {Holy Communion}
  2. Wine – Jesus’ blood.

Why We Remember Death and Resurrection Of Jesus {Luke 24:1-9, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26}

  • It gives Christians hope for eternal life.
  • It reminds us of God’s love.
  • It strengthens our faith.
  • It assures forgiveness of sins.
  • His death is final and most perfect sacrifice for our sins.
  • It confirms God’s promises are true.

Luke 24:1-9
Questions

  1. On which day did the women visit the tomb of Jesus?
  2. Who were these women:
  3. Why did they visit the tomb of Jesus?
  4. Which 3 strange things did they encounter with in the tomb?
  5. Resurrection of Jesus gives Christians __________________.

How the Communion is Shared

  • Christians celebrate the Holy Communion to remember the death and resurrection of  Jesus.
  • The shared bread represents the body of Jesus and the wine the blood of Jesus..
  • Christians show unity when celebrating Holy Communion.
  • Christians proclaim death and resurrection of Jesus until He comes again.

Acts 2:42-27
Early believer lived in unity by:-

  1. Fellowshipping together.
  2. Praying together.
  3. Sharing meals.
  4. Sharing possession with each other.
  5. Sharing Holy Communion.

John 6:1-14

  1. Jesus demonstrated pity and kindness.
  2. Jesus asked ___________________ where to get food from. But ___________discovered a___________ with and ____________________.
  3. Jesus blessed it,_______________ and fed the multitude and _______________ baskets remained.

Getting Ready For the Second Coming of Jesus Christ 2 peter 3:10-15

  • Christians should get ready for the second coming of Jesus for there will be no warning.
  • We should prepare ourselves by:-
    1. Living pure and holy lives.
    2. Repenting and asking God for forgiveness
    3. Living prayerful lives.
    4. Obeying God’s commandments.
    5. Believing and accepting Jesus in our lives.
    6. ________________
    7. ________________
    8. ________________

2 peter 3:10-15

  1. Jesus will come unexpectedly.
  2. Jesus will come as a thief
  3. Qn:state the events of that day ________________

Meaning Of Repentance and Forgiveness {Luke 15:11-32}

  • Repentance- act of feeling sorry of wrong doings.
  • Forgiveness – willingness to pardon those who wrong us.
  • God always forgives us:-
    1. When we are truly sorry of our wrongs.
    2. When we forgive those who wrong us.
  • Repentance and forgiveness strengthens our relationship with God.
    1. - Jesus taught repentance and forgiveness using the parable of the prodigal son
      - Sinners- lost son
      - God- loving father.

Celebrating Breaking of Bread {1 Corinthians 11:23-32}

  • Breaking of bread is also called :-
    1. Lord’s supper
    2. Lord’s table
    3. The holy communion
    4. The Eucharist
    5. The holy mass.
  • Christians by celebrating the holy communion obey Jesus command “do this in remembrance of me”
  • Christians remember death and resurrection of Jesus.
  • Before breaking bread one should repent sins.

Values Required During the Breaking of Bread

  • Humility
  • Love
  • Happiness
  • Sharing
  • Thankfulness
  • Caring
  • Patience
  • Tolerance

By celebrating the Holy Communion Christians demonstrate unity, togetherness, love, humility, joy, appreciation and giving.

Revision questions

Primary CRE 6 pg 43-44
2. Quick reading CRE pg 16-17
3. Spotlight CRE 6 pg 21-24

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Monday, 20 September 2021 11:24

Leisure - Class 8 CRE Revision Notes

Leisure

The Meaning of Leisure

  • Leisure is the time when we are free from work or studies.
  • There are many activities one can do during leisure.
  • These activities can be classified into:
    •  Active leisure
    • Passive leisure
  • Active leisure involves physical activities .
  • Such activities include:-
  • Sports and games.
  • Dancing.
  • Passive leisure has minimal or no physical activity.
  • It includes watching television, reading, listening to music or sleeping.
  • We should not use leisure time to engage in immoral activities.

Quiz

  1. List four games one can take part in during leisure time
    1. ________________
    2. ________________
    3. ________________
    4. ________________
  2. The fourth commandment states

Leisure Today And In Traditional African Communities.

  • There were many leisure activities in traditional African communities.
  • Different people participated in leisure activities according to:-
    1. Age
    2. Gender
    3. Social status.
  • Today leisure activities are done according to people’s :-
    1. Interests
    2. Affordability.
    3. Availability of time.
  • Leisure activities were conducted during seremonies such as:-
    1. Naming
    2. Initiation
    3. Marriage
    4. Funerals
    5. Thanksgiving.
  • Some of these leisure activities were
    1. Visits
    2. Games and sports
    3. Folk stories
    4. Riddles and tongue twisters.
    5. Leisure activities accompanied work in African societies.
    6. Leisure is important to all people irrespective of age, gender or social status.

Uses of Leisure For Personal Growth

  • Leisure is good for physical and spiritual growth.
  • One can do voluntary work in the community.
  • Leisure time can also be used to develop skills and talents.
  • One can also acquire new skills during leisure time.
  • Leisure time can be used for fellowship with other chriatians.
  • David used his leisure time to play the harp.
  • He ended up using the skill to help King Saul when he was tormented by evil spirit.
  • Leisure can be used to relieve fatigue, evil thoughts and sadness.

Quiz

  1. List three talents one can develop during leisure
    1. _______________
    2. _______________
    3. _______________
  2. State four examples of passive leisure
    1.  _______________
    2.  ______________
    3. _______________

To Be With Family

  • Leisure time can be used to be with one’s family
  • During leisure time, family members can
    1. Visit friends or relatives.
    2. Pray and worship together.
    3. Visit different places.
    4. Engage in charity work.
  • Leisure time allows family members to :-
    1. Unite as a family
    2. Appreciate one another
    3. Understand one another.
    4. Enjoy each other’s company.
      The bible teaches that Mary went to visit her cousin Elizabeth.
  • Elizabeth felt honored to be visited by the Lord’s mother
  • We should spend quality leisure time with our friends and relatives.

Quiz

  1. List two types of families
  2. State three things one can do with his or her family members. 

For Cultural Development

  • Leisure time can be used to gain knowledge on culture.
  • This can be done through
    1. Visiting cultural centers
    2. Participating in music and drama festivals.
    3. Telling folk stories, riddles and tongue twisters.
    4. Visiting grandparents.
    5. Encouraging sports and games.
    6.  Supporting cultural events.
    7. Having family leisure time.
  •  David was gifted in playing the harp.
  • Playing the harp was a Jewish cultural practice for boys.
  • He ended up helping Saul who was tormented by evil spirits. 6. We should enhance our culture during our free time.

Quiz

  1. Name two cultural centers in Kenya
  2. Write three proverbs in English, Kiswahili and your mother tongue.

Christian Activities During Leisure

  • There are many ways a Christian can spend their leisure time
  • Christian leisure activities should be morally right.
  • Such activities may include
    1. Visiting
    2. Worshipping God
    3. Resting
    4. Spending time with family
    5. Participating in church activities
    6. Attending retreats.
    7. Games and sports
    8. Guidance and counseling
    9. The bible teaches that God sanctioned rest when he made the sabath. 5. The Sabbath is sanctified as a holy day of rest.
    10. Christians should observe the Sabbath and keep it holy.

Quiz

  1. List the creations of God according to the biblical order of creation a
    1. ______________________
    2. ______________________
    3. ______________________
    4. ______________________
    5. ______________________
    6. ______________________
  2. ______________________________________________________________is the fourth commandment.

Misuse of Leisure

  • Leisure can be used to engage in immoral activities.
  • This may be caused by
    1. Peer pressure
    2. Curiosity
    3. Idleness
    4. Lack of guidance
    5. Having too much money.
  • Activities that misuse leisure include
    1. Pre-marital sex
    2.  Abusing drugs
    3. Idling and gossiping
    4. Over-indulging in the same activities.
    5. Getting into bad company.
  •  Misuse of leisure makes life miserable
  • Noah abused leisure when he got drunk with wine.
  • He ended up staying naked in sight of his son Ham.
  • The end result was that Ham got cursed
  • We should avoid destructive leisure activities.

Quiz

  1. State two effects or results of irresponsible sex during leisure
  2. The sons of Noah were _____________________

Leisure And Unemployment

  • Leisure time is the time when one is free from work and studies
  • Unemployment, on the other hand, is lack of work to earn a living.
  • Unemployed people are not in continuous leisure time.
  • Such people may engage in crime and other destructive activities.
  • This can be avoided through self employment.
  •  One can also train to acquire new skills.
  • Apostle Paul condemned laziness when teaching Thessalonians.
  • He was a good example for he worked as a tent-maker.
  • Unemployed people should not engage in idling and gossip. 
  • They should trust in God and keep trying to gain regular employment.

Quiz

  1. State two categories of leisure activities
  2. 2ndThessalonians 3:10 says
  3. List two traditional leisure activities
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New Life in the Community - Class 6 CRE Revision Notes

New Life in Traditional African Society

  • New life means change/transformation a person goes through in life.
  • New life involves stages in life i.e rites of passage
  • Rites of passage include:-
    1. Birth
    2. Initiation
    3. Marriage
    4. Death.

  1. Birth

    • Marks the beginning of new life after delivery
    • Naming done by the women of the clan.
    • Naming depends on one’s community.
    • Newborn welcomed with gifts and ceremonies.
    • Mother underwent ritual cleansing after delivery.

  2. Initiation

    • Passage from childhood to adulthood.
    • Ceremonies include circumcision, removal of teeth, tattooing e.t.c
    • Bloodshed joins the initiates with the ancestors.
    • Bathing in the river signifies casting/riding off childhood.
    • Initiates kept in isolation period {seclusion} to be taught responsible adult behavior.
    • Gateway to marriage.

  3. Marriage

    • Mainly for having children {seals marriage}
    • Polygamous nature.
    • Choosing of marriage partners done by community.
    • Divorce rare because wife belongs to the community.
    • Married couple takes up new family responsibilities.

  4. Death

    • Joins the dead to the ancestral world.
    • One starts a new life in the spiritual world.
    • The deceased family starts a new life without the deceased.
      Nb:- new life can be experienced when people move to new areas.
      Genesis 12:1-9 Abraham moved from ___________ to _____________ .

New Life in Christianity {2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 4:17 -32}

  1. Starts when Christians believe and accept Jesus in their lives.
  2. Christians are followers of Jesus Christ.
  3. Baptism is a symbol of new life in Christ.
  4. Christians are filled with the Holy Spirit who helps them live a holy life by avoiding evil deeds.
  5. The Holy Spirit helps Christians practice Christian values.
  6. We share new life in Christ by:-
    1. Reading the bible
    2. Singing in choir
    3. _______________
    4. _______________
    5. _______________

How We Give Our Lives to God

  • When we dedicate our lives to God, the Holy Spirit controls our lives
  • We give our lives to God by:
    1. Praying and reading the bible
    2. Praising and worshiping God.
    3. Giving offerings.
    4. Participating in community projects
    5. ___________________
    6. ___________________
    7. ___________________

Genesis 12:1-9
The Call of Abraham

  • Called while at _________ and commanded to move to _______________
  • Abraham agreed because he had a great faith in ________________
  • God promised Abraham:-
    1. Many descendants
    2. Great nation
    3. Blessings
    4. Protection
    5. Land
    6. Son
    7. Great name.

Malachi 3:8-12

  • Tithe – a tenth of one’s income [money or possession]
  • God wants us to give part of our income as a way of giving our lives.

God Sharing With Us a New Life {Titus 3:4-8}
By :-

  1. By giving us Jesus to sane man from sins
  2. Giving us Holy Spirit who is our helper.
  3. Showing mercy, kindness, love and grace.
  4. Promising and giving eternal life.

Christian Sharing With Others{Acts 2:44-47, 4:34-35, 6:1-6}

  • The early Christians lived a common life by:-
    1. Preached together
    2. Prayed together.
    3. ________________
    4. ________________
    5. ________________

Christians share new life by:-

  1. Helping others
  2. Doing good to others
  3. Sharing word of God.
  4. ________________
  5. ________________

How Ancestors Served the Clan {Genesis 1:26-29}

  • Clan- group of people with the same/common ancestor
  • Ancestors served God by?-
    1. Performing special duties i.e. healing, making rain, priestly duties, protection, solving disputes e.t.c.
    2. Protecting the community- warriors
    3. Offering sacrifices- priests
    4. Teaching virtues and values
    5. Keeping custom and cultures.
    6. Settling disputes.
    7. Caring for members of the community
    8. _______________________
    9. _______________________

How Ancestors Shared Their Possession {Matthew 25:33-40}

  • Life was communal- each member was catered for according to needs.
  • The gap between the rich and the poor was minimized.
  • A person’s wealth was measured in term of:-
    1. Number of children
    2. Number of animals
    3. Size of land
    4. Number of wives
      • Cultivated land belonged to the aged.
      • Shared work
      • Welcomed strangers.

Mathew 25:33-40

  • We will be judged according to how we share our possession especially with the needy.
  • We should show concern for the needy.

How Christians Share Talent/Skills with Others

  • God given talents include
    1. Singing
    2. Teaching
    3. _________________
    4. _________________
    5. _________________
    6. _________________
  • Talents are special gifts given by God.
  • Skills are learnt and perfected.
  • Christians should use different talents and skills to do the work of God.

How Christians Share Their New Life with Jesus{Mathew 25:33-40}

  • Christians share their new life with Jesus by helping the needy e.g.:-
    1. Visiting prisoners
    2. Feeding the hungry
    3. Clothing the naked.
    4. Caring for the sick and the aged.
    5. Welcoming strangers.
  • When Christians help the needy Jesus assure them of great reward i.e will join Him and rejoice forever in heaven.

Revision questions

  1. Primary CRE 6 pg 26-27, 1-11
  2. Quick reading CRE pg 11-12, 1-10
  3. Spotlight CRE 6 pg 12-15
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Creation - Class 6 CRE Revision Notes

Introduction

  1. Creation is making something out of nothing
  2. God completed creation work in 6 days
  3. On 6th day he created human beings.

The Creation Of Man

  1. God took soil and molded man from it.
  2. God breathed his breath into Adams nostrils
  3. The trinity took part in creating man. “let us create human beings to resemble us” Genesis 1:26-28
  4. Eve was formed from Adam’s ribs. Created to be a companion to Adam.
  5. Both were special because they were created in the image and likeness of God.
  6. God created them male and female; by this he ordained/blessed marriage.

Man is special because:-

  1. Made in the image and likeness of God.
  2. Can communicate to God on behalf of other creations.
  3. He was given authority over God’s creation
  4. Molded or formed unlike the rest of God’s creation
  5. He was given responsibility to care for God’s creation.
  6. He was to share God’s life by obeying his commands e.g.
    • Have many children
    • Do not eat…

Authority given to man

  1. Control the rest of God’s creation
  2. Use and conserve environment responsibly.
  3. Use God’s creation for food.
  4. _______________________
  5. _______________________ 
  6. _______________________

Fall of Man {Genesis 3}

  • God commanded man to eat fruits from all trees except from the tree of knowledge of good and evil at the middle of the Garden of Eden.
  • God told them that they will die if they ate a fruit from it.
  • They disobeyed and ate.
  • Cause of sin of disobedience
    Serpent>eve> Adam
  • Consequences of sin of disobedience
    1. Adam ____________________
    2. Eve ______________________
    3. Snake ____________________
      Both Adam and eve were chased from the garden of Eden.

Lesson

  • Sin separates God and man.
  • Qn: What did god do to prevent man from going back to Eden? [refer primary C.R.E 6
    PAGE 1-8

Traditional African Creation Stories

  1. Every community has a traditional story of creation.
  2. Creation stories tell people’s origin.
  3. In all creation stories God is the ultimate creator.
  4. Different communities have different names of God depending on God’s nature and character.
    Qn : name five communities and the name of their God.

Agikuyu Creation Story

  1. God called Ngai {one who distributes}
  2. God’s dwelling place is Mt. Kirinyaga {Mt. Kenya}
  3. First man called ‘gikuyu’ and first woman ‘mumbi’
  4. God blessed them with nine daughters{origin of kikuyu 9 clans}
  5. Gikuyu prayed to God who provided sons to marry the daughters.
  6. God placed Gikuyu and Mumbi at Mukurwe-wa-nyagathanga.

The Bukusu Creation Story{luhya community}

  • God called Were Khakaba {giver of all things}
  • Were created the universe alone in two days.
  • He started by creating his dwelling place- Mt. Elgon.
  • His two assistants were Mukhobe and Muramwa.
  • First man called mwambu and wife Sela. He placed them at Mt. Elgon {Mt. Masaba}

The Nandi Creation Story

  • God called Asis
  • First man and woman from a swollen knee. Knee belonged to a creature which looked like man.
    Qn: can you recall creation stories from any African Community?

Similarities between African Creation Stories and Biblical Creation Stories.

  1. God is the creator of the universe.
  2. God created everything in an orderly way.
  3. Man is God’s special creature.
  4. God at first created male and female.
  5. The first man and woman became first parents.
  6. ___________________________
  7. ___________________________
  8. ___________________________

How We Respond to God’s Creation

God’s creation shows God’s power, greatness and love towards man

  1. Caring for God’s creation
  2. Caring for the environment.
  3. Respect God’s creation
  4. Value and give equal importance to all God’s creation.
  5. Preserve God’s creation
  6. ___________________
  7. ___________________
  8. ___________________

Topical questions

  1. Quick reading std 6 pg 4-5, 1-10
  2. Spotlight CRE 6 pg 4-6
  3. Primary CRE 6 pg 8-9
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Family, Love And Marriage - Class 8 CRE Revision Notes

Family, Love and Marriage

Types of Families

  • A family is a group of people who are related by:-
    1. Blood
    2. Marriage
    3. Adoption.
  • There are two types of families namely :-
    1. Nuclear family
    2. Extended family.
  • A nuclear family is made up of:-
    1. Father
    2. Mother
    3. Children
  • An extended family is made up of:
    1. The nuclear family
    2. Other relatives.
  • A Christian nuclear is complete even without children
  • Family members should love and respect one another.
  • God established families and wants them to stay united.

Quiz

  1. Name members of the extended family other than the nuclear family 
    1. _________________________
    2. _________________________
    3. _________________________
    4. _________________________
    5. _________________________
    6. _________________________
  2. List two complete biblical families.

Marriage

Factors Considered When Choosing A Marriage Partner

  • Marriage is a legally recognized union between a man and a woman.
  • The legal union between marriage partners makes them one
  • There are various factors considered when choosing a marriage partner.
  • These factors include :-
    1. Maturity
    2. Self-discipline
    3. Good character
    4. Respect
    5. Family background
    6. Hard work
  • When choosing a marriage partner, one should not consider :
    1. Physical beauty
    2. Wealth
    3. Sexual demands
  • Factors when choosing whom to marry are considered during courtship
  • The bible teaches that a sensible wife is only given by God.
  • Joseph was engaged to Mary and married her according to God’s law.

Quiz

  1. List two types of families
  2. List three thing that join family members.

Benefits of A Christian Marriage

  • A Christian marriage has many benefits
    1. The couple is given guidance and counseling.
    2. Marriage partners are taught about their responsibilities in advance
    3. A Christian wedding is conducted in public and has many witnesses
    4. The wedding gives one a sense of belonging when it is conducted in his/her church. 
    5. Prayers said during a Christian wedding bestow blessings on the couple
    6. Wedding rings are an outward mark of a Christian marriage.
    7.  Marriage certificate given during a Christian wedding makes it legal.
    8. Christian marriages are recognized by God and the state.
    9. A Christian marriage is monogamous and gives one a sense of security.

Quiz

  1. The bible teaches that whoever God has put together
  2. List three Christians virtues that bind marriage partners
    1. _______________________
    2. _______________________
    3. _______________________

Factors to Consider When Getting Married

  • Marriage is voluntary and binding for a man and a woman to become one.
  • It is a lifelong commitment that should be entered in sobriety.
  • There are several factors one should consider when getting married.
  • These factors include
    1.  Religious background.
    2. Likes and interest
    3.  Age of a partner
    4. Family background.
    5.  Level of education
    6. Economic background
  • Abraham organized for his son Isaac to get a good wife.
  • Abraham servant prayed before choosing Rebecca for Isaac.
  • Christians should pray for God’s guidance when choosing a marriage partner.

Quiz

  1. Match the following bible personalities with their wives
    1. Amram _______________________
    2. Aquila _______________________
    3. Nabal _______________________
    4. Mahlon _______________________
  2. Dowry is_______________________

Essential Needs of A Family

  • A family has member who have essential needs
  • The essential needs of a family can be classified as
    1. Physical needs
    2.  Social needs
    3.  Spiritual needs
  •  Physical needs include food, water, shelter and clothing.
  • Social needs of a family include:-
    1. Security
    2. Love
    3. Acceptance
    4.  Self esteem
  • The need for God stands above every other need of a family.
  • Family members need to live with hope and assurance of eternal life.
  • Jesus taught that human beings cannot live on bread alone.
  • Just as we need food for physical growth, we need the gospel for spiritual well-being.

Quiz

  1. Give examples of the following
    1. Basic need
    2. Secondary need
    3. Tertiary need
  2. The word essential means

Obstacles To A Good Marriage

  • There are many factors that may lead to failure in a marriage
  • Some of the factors include
    1. Unfaithfulness
    2. Childlessness
    3. Communication breakdown
    4. Mistrust
    5. Different likes and interest
    6. Poverty
    7.  Interference from the extended family.
    8. Alcoholism and drug abuse
    9. Un- forgiveness and intolerance
    10. Failure to pay dowry.
  • Marriage partners should strive to overcome all obstacles.
  • God values the institution of marriage
  • No one should separate those whom God has put together,

Quiz

  1. Partners who have marriage problems should go for ___________ and ___________
  2. The first marriage was ordained by ___________ in ___________
  3.  List three factors considered when choosing a marriage partner
    1. ___________
    2. ___________
    3. ___________

Traditional African View on Love And Marriage

  • Africans traditionally valued and respected the marriage institution
  • Marriage was an obligation and every African was expected to marry.
  • African marriage was mainly for child-bearing or procreation.
  • An African family was not complete without children.
  •  Africans valued chastity and sex before marriage was considered immoral.
  • African marriage extended kinship bands; one got more relatives.
  •  An African marriage raised the status of a couple.
  • Polygamous unions were encouraged in African marriage eradicating adultery and prostitution
  • Polygamy also raised the status of the first wife and the husband.
  • The bible teaches that riches can be inherited but a sensible wife comes from the Lord.

Quiz

  1. State three reasons why children were valued in African communities
  2. Dowry is also known as

Christian Teaching On Love and Marriage

  • A Christian marriage is highly valued.
  • The marriage unit forms the foundation of a strong nation
  •  Among the Christian teaching on marriage are:-
    • Marriage was established by God
    • Courtship should be pure and mature
    • Fornication is not allowed
    • Procreation should be within marriage
    • Love and fitfulness are the cornerstones of marriage.
    • The wife should submit to the husband.
  • The bible teaches that God ordained marriage from the very beginning.
  • Celibacy is a gift from God but it is not for all people.
  • Apostle taught that marriage partners should honour their roles towards each other.
  • Windows and widowers can remarry to avoid temptations.

Quiz

  1. Define courtship
  2. List two types of sexual immorality.
  3. Husbands should love their wives just as

Qualities of A Good Parent

  • A good parent provides the basic needs of his or her family.
  • Such parent advises children concerning good conduct and character.
  • Z good parent provides both formal and non-formal education.
  • Good parents provide security and protection for their families.
  • Children should get love and attention from their parents.
  • Parents should give directions to their children in all matters especially about God.
  • The bible teaches that children are a gift from God.
  • Family members should always be committed to the family cause.
  • Jesus admonished his disciples for barring children from him.
  • He said “let the children come to me”

Quiz

  1. List three biblical parents and their children
  2. Mathew 19:14 says

Qualities of A Good Child

  • A good child takes the initiative to help in family duties
  • Such a child offers encouragement to his or her parents.3. A good child provides physical protection for the family where need be.
  • An obedient child is a role model to the rest of the family.
  • He/she can be relied on to provide for the family when the parents are away
  • A good child accepts and takes correction positively when wrong
  • Above all, a good child is God fearing
  • The bible teaches that children have a chriatian duty to obey their parents.
  • Those who obey their parents have a promised of a long and prosperous life.
  • We should desire to honour and obey our parents.

Quiz

  1. State two types of families
  2. Define a family
  3. The words, “let the children come to me” were said by _____________
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Social Problems And Christian Values - Class 8 CRE Revision Notes

Social Problems And Christian Value

Christian Values

  1. Justice

    • Justice is the quality of being fair and acting according to what is right. 
    • It involves condemning what is wrong and uphold what is right.
    • Justice brings peace and harmony among people.
    • Prophet Jeremiah condemns the injustice of :-
      1. Killing innocent people
      2. Mistreating foreigners
      3. Mistreating windows and orphans.
    • Amos challenged the injustice in courts.
    • He spoke against oppressing the poor
    • Amos also condemned selling people in slavery.
    • He also condemned false scales and overcharging customers.
    • Apostle James condemned the rich who deny their laborers their wages. 10. He also condemned those who murder innocent people.

      Quiz
      1. Corruption in courts was condemned by________________
      2. Prophet Micah condemned the injustice of______________

  2. Fairness

    • fairness is the value of being just and impartial
    • it involves doing things according to laid down rules and regulations
    • Fair people treat others as they would like to be treated.
    • Joseph’s brothers treated him unfairly because his father loved him.
    • They sold him to the Ishmaelite and he ended up in prison.
    • Jesus refused to condemn a woman who had been caught in adultery,
    • He treated her fairly and advised her to stop her immoral life.
    • God expects us to treat all people with justice and fairness

      Quiz
      1. State two reasons why Joseph was Jacob’s favorite son
        1. ____________________
        2. ____________________
      2. _________________suggested that they should throw Joseph into a well
      3. _____________convinced his brothers to sell Joseph to the Ishmaelite.

  3. Honesty And Integrity

    • Honesty and integrity are important Christian values
    • Honest people tell the truth and do not steal.
    • Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong morals
    • People of integrity are upright, honest and sincere.
    • They are just and honest in their behaviour.
    • Prophet Elisha had a dishonest servant called Gehazi.
    • Gehazi wanted to benefit financially from Elisha’s miracle
    • He ended up getting leprosy together with his descendants
    • God wants us to uphold justice and integrity
    • We should tell the truth to all people at all times.

      Quiz
      1. Namaan got healed of his leprosy by __________________
      2. ___________ and __________ lied to the holy spirit
      3. _______________is the father of lies.

Social Problems

  1. Nepotism

    1. Nepotism is the vice of showing favoritism to one’s relatives.
    2. It makes family members receive privileges they do not deserve.
    3. Nepotism at the workplace may result in the following :-
      1. Bitterness and rivalry
      2. Lack of love and concern
      3. Frustration and hopelessness
      4. Lack of teamwork
      5. Disrespect\poor work output.
    4. Jesus refused to show nepotism in his ministry
    5. He refused his mother and his brothers undue recognition.
    6. Jesus refused to grant James and John the right to sit beside Him in his kingdom
    7. To Jesus, leadership meant service to others not gaining special favour.

      Quiz
      1. The earthly brothers of Jesus were _____________
      2. James and John the sons of _________________ were also known as _________________

  2. Tribalism{Ethnicism}

    • Tribalism is the unfair treatment of people from other tribes.
    •  It involves granting unwarranted favours to members of one’s tribe.
    • Tribalism comes from mistrust among members of different ethnic communitie
    • It causes bitterness, pain and suffering to its victims.
    • esus was denied water by a Samaritan woman because he ws a Jew
    • He however gave the Samaritan woman life- giving water.
    • Jesus taught his disciples not to discriminate against anyone.
    • He was a universal savior as shown by the miracles of
      1. Healing the ten lepers
      2. Healing the centurion servant
      3. Healing a Canaanite woman’s daughter.

        Quiz
        1. To whom did Jesus say, “it is not good for me to take children’s food and give it to dogs”
          ____________________________
        2. The fear and hatred for people from other countries is called_____________________

  3. Corruption

    • Corruption is practiced by those who lack honesty and intergrity.
    • It involves giving and receiving bribes.
    • Bribes are given as money or service offered in return of a favour.
      1. Greed
      2. Selfishness
      3. Desire to quick riches
      4. Indiscipline.
    • Corruption is prevalent when:-
      1.  People win elections unfairly
      2. Police take handouts to flout traffic rules
      3. Justice is denied to court of laws
      4. Students are to schools they don’t deserve.
    • Corruption can be overcome through
      1. Refusing to give or receive bribes.
      2. Reporting corruption to relevant authorities
      3. Creating awareness\supporting anti-corruption efforts.
    • The ethics and Anti-Corruption commission is charged with fighting corruption.
    • Jesus accepted Zacheus who denounced his former corrupt way of life.

      Quiz
      1. State two reasons why tax collectors were hated
      2. Define corruption

  4. Mismanagement of Resources

    • Resources are assets that are used to generate wealth
    • here are three types of assets namely :-
      1. Natural resources
      2. Man-made resources
      3. Human resources.
    • Natural resources are mismanaged through:-
      1. Pollution
      2. Over-mining
      3. Poaching.
    • Man-made resources are mismanaged by:-
      1. VandalismFraud and embezzlement
      2. Neglect
      3. Arson
    • Human resources are people who can be mismanaged through:-
      1. Being overworked and underworked
      2. Being denied promotion
      3. Being underpaid
      4. Being deployed outside their profession
    • The bible teaches us to value all resources
    • We should take care of all resources.

      Quiz
      1. List four natural resources
        1. ______________________
        2. ______________________
        3. ______________________
        4. ______________________
      2. NEMA stands for ____________________

Upholding Christian Values in Our Lives

  • Christian values are virtues and principals that are worthy of upholding
  • They include
    1. Justice
    2. Honesty
    3. Fairness
    4. Integrity
    5. Responsibility
    6. Humility
    7. Generosity
  • Most Christian values are universal
  • They are derived from the teachings of Jesus.
  • They lead to forms of conduct that are universally considered worthwhile.
  • Apostle Paul taught the Ephesians to be patient, humble and loving
  • Christian values show that one has matured in faith.

Quiz

  1. List three social evils that affect our society today
    1. __________________
    2. __________________
    3. __________________
  2. Which vice was EACC established to curb?
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Jesus Christ's Victory Over Pain and Suffering - Class 8 CRE Revision Notes

Jesus Christ's Victory Over Pain and Suffering

Causes of Suffering

  • Suffering is the feeling of pain, sorrow or discomfort.
  • All people experience suffering in different ways
  • Suffering is caused by:-
    1. Natural calamities
    2. Negligence
    3. Sickness and death
    4. Irresponsible sexual behavior
    5. Armed attacks e.g. by robbers
    6. War and ethnic clashes
    7. Violence in homes, at school
    8. Drug substance abuse.
    9. Jesus taught that suffering can be caused by sins
    10. He forgave the sins of the paralyzed man and took away his suffering.
  • Suffering can also come so that God’s glory may be seen
  • Jesus took away the suffering of the blind man when He sent him to the pool of Siloam.
  • We should trust in God to overcome all forms of suffering.

QUIZ

  1. The Word Siloam means?
  2. Write three examples of natural calamities.

Pain and Suffering

  • Pain and suffering are the same or related
  • There are three main types of suffering:
    1. Physical suffering
    2. Emotional suffering
    3. Mental suffering
  • Physical suffering involves inflicting pain on the body.
  • Emotional suffering involves feelings such as guilt, sadness or joy.
  • Mental suffering relates to the mind
  • Job suffered mentally, emotionally and physically
  • He suffered physically because he got sores all over his body.
  • He suffered emotionally because he lost the children he loved
  • Job also suffered mentally when he lost everything he owned.
  • We should remain faithful to God who helps us overcome suffering.

Quiz

  1. State three types of suffering each with a valid example
  2. Name another person in the bible other than Job who suffered physically.
  3. Job 2:10 says_____________________

Varieties of Mental Suffering

  • Any problem that affects the mind causes mental suffering
  • Not all people who suffer mentally are mad
  • Some people may be depressed while others are retarded.
  • Mental suffering can be caused by:-
    1. Diseases
    2. Injury to the brain
    3. Disturbing experiences
    4. Being naturally born in such a state
    5. Drug and substance abuse.
  • Jesus healed a man who suffered mentally in Gerasa territory.
  • The man had an evil spirit which made him mad.
  • He was called legion or mob because the demons in him were many
  • Jesus has the power to heal those who suffer mentally.

Quiz

  1. The evil spirits in legion begged Jesus not to__________
  2. Mad people are also called_____________
  3.  To be possessed means__________________

Varieties of Physical Suffering

  • Physical suffering occurs when pain is inflicted in the body.
  • Physical suffering can be caused by :-
    1. Injury
    2. Deprivation
    3. diseases
    4. Brutality
    5. War
    6. Poverty
    7. injustice
  • Jesus taught the parable of the rich man and Lazarus.
  • The rich man lived in great luxury and comfort
  • Lazarus had sores on his body and no food to eat
  • The rich man did not show love and concern for Lazarus.
  •  Lazarus competed with dogs for left over’s from the rich man’s table
  • Lazarus trusted in God and ended up being rewarded in paradise.

Quiz

  1. List down four examples of suffering
  2. The _____________of _________________, the first Christian martyr made him suffer physically.

Varieties of Emotional Suffering

  • People suffer emotionally when they feel rejected or unloved.
  • Other cause of emotional suffering may include :-
    1. Conflict between friends or relatives
    2. Failure in exams
    3. Harassment and bullying
    4. Loss of loved ones
    5. Breakdown in relationship
    6. Unemployment or loss of a job.
    7. Poverty.
  • When people suffer emotionally they cry or weep.
  • Emotional suffering can be overcome through prayer and moral support.
  • It can also be dealt with through guidance and counseling.
  • Jesus was tried both by Pirate and Sanhedrin.
  • He suffered emotionally because of the false accusations brought up against Him
  • Like Jesus, we should always trust in God to help us overcome suffering.

QUIZ

  1. Which actions of the soldiers made Jesus suffer emotionally?
    1. ______________________
    2. ______________________
  2. Jesus persevered because his suffering had_____________________

Jesus Christ Triumphs Over Pain and Suffering

  • Jesus underwent pain and suffering
  • He persevered suffering in humility and silence
  • He accepted his suffering to save mankind from sin.
  • Jesus was the final sacrifice for the deliverance of man
  • He suffered to accomplish a mission which was the will of God.
  • Prophet Isaiah referred to Jesus as the suffering servant.
  • While on the cross Jesus said the following things
    1. Eloi Eloi Lama Sabachthani
    2. Father forgive them for they do not know what they are doing.
    3. Behold your mother, behold your son.
    4. Today you will be with me in paradise
    5. I am thirsty
    6. Father, into your hands I place my spirit.
    7. It is done it is finished.
  • Christians remember Jesus victory over pain and suffering during Easter.

Quiz

  1. The man who repented after he was crucified with Jesus was________________
  2. After Jesus’ death, the centurion said__________________

The Purpose of Suffering

  1. Suffering is worthwhile when it has a purpose
  2. Africans suffered as they fought for independence
  3. Jesus died in order to save us from our sins
  4. Jesus died physically but resurrected from the dead.
  5. Christians share the experience of Jesus through baptism.
  6. We share the privilege of Noah, who together with his family was saved from the flood.
  7. When we suffer because we are Christians, we shall be rewarded. Christians should not suffer for immoral things.
  8. Apostle peter taught that those who suffer for Christ glorify God.
  9.  In suffering Christians should trust God because He keeps His promises.

Quiz

  1.  A martyr is________________
  2. _________________was the first Christian martyr
  3. Jesus sweat blood in the_______________ of ______________

Martyrdom

  • A martyr is a person who suffers or dies for their faith.
  • Throught history, many people have died or suffered because they refused to denounce their faith.
  • Kabaka Mwanga’s rule in the Buganda kingdom led to the death of many Christian
  • Among those who died were Charles Lwanga, Joseph Mukasa kizito and Mathias Mulumb
  • There is a shrine dedicated to the martyr at Namugongo
  • Stephen was the first Christians martyr
  • He was one of the seven deacons
  • The seven deacons were
    1. Philip
    2. Nicanor
    3. Prochorus
    4. Nicolaus
    5. Permenas
    6. Timon
    7. Stephen
  •  Stephen was opposed by the Libertines, the synagogue of Freedmen.
  • Jesus promised us the holy spirit to help endure suffering.

Quiz

  1. Mention tha North African Martyrs
  2. Acts 7:60 says_________________

Christian Suffering Today

  • Some Christians suffer rejection from their friends and relatives
  • They are considered traitors because of forsaking their traditional way of life
  • Some people are sent away from home after responding to the call for salvation.
  • Persistent prayer and faith in God strengthens one’s resolve to follow Christ
  • The bible teaches that Christians should share in Christ suffering.
  • God rewards those who remain faithful even when persecuted.
  • God also saves people from danger and provides them with their needs.
  • We should pray for Christians undergoing persecution.

Quiz

  1. State three types of suffering
  2. The words spoken by Stephen similar to those spoken by Jesus were_______________________
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