The New Testament

Infancy and Early Life - The annunciation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the annunciation to Mary
- Describe Mary's response to the angel
- Show faith in God's plan

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 1:26-38 on the angel's visit to Mary
- Discuss Mary's faith and obedience
- Compare annunciation to Mary and to Zechariah

What does Mary's response to the angel teach about faith?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Charts
- Digital Devices

- Oral questions - Written tests - Checklists

The New Testament

Infancy and Early Life - Birth of Jesus
Infancy and Early Life - Presentation at the temple
Infancy and Early Life - Flight to Egypt
Infancy and Early Life - Jesus at the temple

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Narrate the birth of Jesus Christ
- Explain the significance of Jesus' birth
- Appreciate God's gift of salvation

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 2:1-20 on Jesus' birth in Bethlehem
- Discuss the circumstances surrounding the birth
- Sing Christmas carols celebrating Jesus' birth

Why was Jesus born in humble circumstances?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Hymn Books
- Digital Devices
- Charts
- Bible Maps

- Observation - Oral questions - Performance tasks

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Rejection in Nazareth
Galilean Ministry - Call of first disciples
Galilean Ministry - Healing of the leper

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain Jesus' rejection in Nazareth
- Identify reasons for the rejection
- Show courage in witnessing despite opposition

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 4:14-30
- Discuss why Jesus was rejected by His own people
- Share experiences of persecution for faith

Why was Jesus rejected in His hometown?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Charts
- Digital Devices
- Hymn Books

- Oral questions - Written tests - Checklists

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Healing of the paralytic
Galilean Ministry - Call of Levi
Galilean Ministry - Question about fasting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the healing of the paralytic
- Explain the faith of the paralytic's friends
- Demonstrate faith that perseveres

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 5:17-26
- Discuss the friends' faith and determination
- Explain Jesus' authority to forgive sins

What role did faith play in the healing of the paralytic?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Charts
- Digital Devices

- Oral questions - Written tests - Observation

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Sabbath controversies
Galilean Ministry - Choosing the twelve
Galilean Ministry - The Beatitudes
Galilean Ministry - Love for enemies

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain Jesus' teachings on the Sabbath
- Describe conflicts with Pharisees over Sabbath observance
- Understand the purpose of the Sabbath

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 6:1-11
- Discuss plucking grain and healing on the Sabbath
- Explain "The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath"

Why did Jesus face opposition over the Sabbath?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Digital Devices
- Charts

- Written assignments - Observation - Rating scales

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Judging others
Galilean Ministry - Tree and its fruit
Galilean Ministry - Wise and foolish builders

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain Jesus' teaching on judging others
- Understand the principle of self-examination
- Practice grace toward others

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 6:37-42
- Discuss the parable of the speck and the plank
- Explain the Golden Rule

What does Jesus teach about judging others?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Charts
- Digital Devices
- Props for skit

- Written assignments - Checklists - Authentic tasks

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Faith of the centurion
Galilean Ministry - Raising widow's son
Galilean Ministry - John the Baptist's question

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Narrate the healing of the centurion's servant
- Explain the centurion's great faith
- Demonstrate faith in Jesus' authority

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 7:1-10
- Discuss the centurion's humility and faith
- Explain Jesus' amazement at the centurion's faith

What made the centurion's faith remarkable?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Charts
- Digital Devices

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Checklists

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Anointing by sinful woman
Galilean Ministry - Parable of the sower
Galilean Ministry - Parable of the lamp
Galilean Ministry - Calming the storm

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Narrate the anointing of Jesus by a sinful woman
- Explain the parable of the two debtors
- Show gratitude for God's forgiveness

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 7:36-50
- Discuss the woman's love and the Pharisee's judgment
- Explain "her many sins have been forgiven"

What does this story teach about forgiveness and gratitude?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Digital Devices
- Props for skits
- Charts
- Video clips

- Oral questions - Written tests - Anecdotal records

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Gerasene demoniac
Galilean Ministry - Jairus' daughter
Galilean Ministry - Sending the twelve

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the healing of the Gerasene demoniac
- Explain Jesus' power over evil spirits
- Recognize Jesus' authority over Satan

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 8:26-39
- Discuss the man's condition and transformation
- Explain Jesus sending the man to testify

What does this miracle teach about Jesus' power over demons?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Charts
- Digital Devices

- Written assignments - Checklists - Anecdotal records

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Feeding five thousand
Galilean Ministry - Peter's confession
Galilean Ministry - The Transfiguration
Galilean Ministry - Healing demon-possessed boy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Narrate the feeding of the five thousand
- Explain the significance of this miracle
- Trust in Jesus' provision

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read Luke 9:10-17
- Discuss Jesus' compassion and miraculous provision
- Watch video clips on the miracle

What does the feeding of five thousand teach about Jesus?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Video clips
- Digital Devices
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written tests - Observation

The New Testament

Galilean Ministry - Lessons learned
Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Background
Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Divisions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Summarize key lessons from Galilean Ministry
- Apply Jesus' teachings to contemporary life
- Commit to following Jesus' example

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Deduce lessons from Galilean Ministry
- Write lessons on charts or PowerPoint slides
- Share personal applications

How is Galilean Ministry relevant to Christians today?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Charts
- Digital Devices
- Bible Maps

- Journals - Anecdotal records - Authentic tasks

The New Testament

Paul's Letter to Corinthians - God's wisdom
Paul's Letter to Corinthians - God's temple
Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Addressing factions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Distinguish between worldly and godly wisdom
- Explain Paul's teaching on the cross as God's wisdom
- Seek divine wisdom

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 2:6-16
- Discuss foolishness of the cross to the world
- Explain the Spirit's role in understanding God's wisdom

How is God's wisdom different from worldly wisdom?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Digital Devices
- Charts
- Interview questionnaires

- Oral questions - Written tests - Checklists

The New Testament

Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Sexual immorality
Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Body as temple
Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Moral challenges
Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Church discipline

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify forms of immorality in Corinth
- Explain Paul's response to sexual immorality
- Commit to sexual purity

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read 1 Corinthians 5:1-5, 9-13
- Discuss moral issues facing youth today
- Suggest biblical solutions to immorality

How did Paul address immorality in Corinth?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Charts
- Digital Devices
- Journals
- Questionnaires

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Checklists

The New Testament

Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Sexual temptation
Paul's Letter to Corinthians - Sexual purity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify strategies for overcoming sexual temptation
- Apply biblical principles to resist temptation
- Flee from sexual immorality

In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read 1 Corinthians 6:18; 10:13
- Discuss practical ways to avoid sexual temptation
- Share commitment to purity

How can Christians overcome sexual temptation?

- Revised Standard Version Bible
- Approved CRE Course Books
- Digital Devices
- Journals

- Written assignments - Journals - Anecdotal records