Week Four
Subject: Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
Class: Primary Five
Week of the Second Term: 4th Week
Topic: God’s Men as Tools of Salvation
Subtopic: God Uses People to Save Others (Judges 6:11-16 – Story of Gideon)
Instructional Objectives
At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Retell the story of Gideon in Judges 6:11-16 and how God used him to save the Israelites.
- Identify and discuss qualities of people God uses to accomplish His work.
- Act out a short scene from Gideon’s story, demonstrating how God empowers ordinary people for great tasks.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils should already know basic stories from the Bible about how God has used people like Moses and Joshua to help save His people. They should be familiar with the idea that God works through individuals to accomplish His will.
Instructional Materials
- Bible (Children’s edition for easier understanding)
- Chart (Illustration of Gideon and the angel under the oak tree)
- Flashcards (Key terms: Salvation, Courage, Humility, Faith)
Reference Materials
Kusimo, T. (2022). Christian Religious Studies for Primary School Book 5. Metropolitan Publishers, Lagos.
Ogunniyi, D., M.cOliver, O. J. E., & Ekwukoma, V. (2022). Christian Religious Studies for Primary School Book 5. Spectrum Book Limited, Lagos.
Content
God’s Men as Tools of Salvation: God Uses People to Save Others
Throughout the Bible, God demonstrates His power and love by using ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary tasks. One of the remarkable stories illustrating this is the story of Gideon, found in Judges 6:11-16. This account reveals how God chose Gideon to save Israel from oppression and how God can use each of us as instruments of His salvation.
Biblical Foundation: Judges 6:11-16
In this passage, we meet Gideon, who is found threshing wheat in a winepress to hide it from the Midianites, who were oppressing Israel at that time. An angel of the Lord appears to Gideon and says:
“The Lord is with you, mighty warrior.” (Judges 6:12)
Gideon responds with doubt, expressing his feelings of inadequacy, saying that his family is the weakest in Manasseh and he is the least in his family. Yet, God reassures him:
“Go in the strength you have and save Israel out of Midian’s hand. Am I not sending you?” (Judges 6:14)
Key Lessons from Gideon’s Story
- God Sees Potential in Us:
Despite Gideon’s feelings of inadequacy, God called him a “mighty warrior.” This shows that God often sees our potential and capabilities beyond our self-doubt. God looks at our hearts and knows what we can become when we trust Him. - Divine Empowerment:
Gideon felt weak and powerless, but God reassured him that He would be with him. This reminds us that we don’t need to rely solely on our own strength. God empowers us to do His work and accomplish His purposes, regardless of our initial doubts. - Obedience to God’s Call:
Gideon’s story highlights the importance of obedience. Even when Gideon was unsure and needed signs from God, he ultimately responded to God’s call. When God asks us to do something, we should respond with faith and willingness to act, even if we are uncertain about the outcome. - God Uses Us to Help Others:
God called Gideon to save the Israelites from their oppressors. In the same way, God calls each of us to be instruments of His salvation for others. We can bring hope, encouragement, and support to those who are struggling, just as Gideon was called to save his people.
How God Uses Us as Tools of Salvation
- Through Our Talents and Gifts:
God has given each of us unique talents and gifts. Whether we are good at teaching, comforting, or serving, God can use these gifts to help others come to know Him and experience His love. - In Our Communities:
Just as Gideon was called to his community, we are called to be active in our communities. We can share God’s love through acts of kindness, service projects, or simply by being a friend to someone in need. - By Sharing Our Faith:
We can share our testimonies and stories of how God has worked in our lives. Telling others about our faith can encourage them and point them toward God’s salvation. - Responding to Needs:
Often, God places opportunities in front of us to help others. Being aware of the needs around us and responding with compassion can be a way God uses us to bring His salvation into the lives of those we encounter.
Step 1: Introduction
Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)
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