THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

The teachings of Jesus on the role of the Holy Spirit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define the concept of the Holy Spirit in biblical context. Explain the Christian doctrine of Trinity. Outline Jesus' teachings about the Holy Spirit's role. Analyze the significance of Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit.

Bible readings: John 14:15-26, 16:5-15, Acts 1:7-8. Q/A: Review the concept of the Trinity from Form 2. Discussion on the Spirit's role in creation and Old Testament. Group work: Identify roles of the Holy Spirit as taught by Jesus.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 1-2

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Jesus' teachings on the Holy Spirit's functions
The Day of Pentecost - Background and significance
The events of Pentecost
Peter's background and leadership

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the Holy Spirit as advocate, counselor and comforter. Explain how the Spirit reveals truth about God. Discuss the Spirit's role in forgiving sins. Evaluate the Spirit's work in exposing sinful hearts.

Narrations: Teacher explains the meaning of advocate and counselor. Discussion: Compare Jesus as advocate with Holy Spirit's role. Case study: Peter's discernment of Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5:1-11). Practical application: How the Spirit guides Christians today.

The Bible. Role-play materials.
The Bible.
The Bible. events. Visual aids on wind and fire.
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 2-3

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Peter's message on the Day of Pentecost
Proof that Jesus is the Messiah
Results of Peter's message and relevance today
Paul's teaching on spiritual gifts - Introduction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Give an account of Peter's Pentecostal message. Explain Peter's defense of the disciples. Analyze Peter's use of Joel's prophecy. Describe the universal plan of salvation.

Bible reading: Acts 2:14-36, Joel 2:28-32. Discussion: Peter's transformation from denier to bold preacher. Analysis: How Peter used Old Testament prophecies. Q/A: Meaning of "Day of the Lord". Group presentation: Key points of Peter's message.

The Bible. Chart comparing Peter's message with Joel's prophecy.
The Bible.
The Bible. Statistics on early church growth.
The Bible. Chart of nine spiritual gifts.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 6-7

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

The nine spiritual gifts explained

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe each of the nine spiritual gifts in detail. Explain the gift of wisdom and knowledge. Analyze gifts of faith, healing and miracles. Distinguish between prophecy and other gifts.

Detailed exposition: Each gift explained with examples. Discussion: How gifts manifest in modern church. Q/A: Difference between wisdom and knowledge. Case studies: Examples of each gift in action. Group work: Match gifts with their functions.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 10-11

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Distinguishing spirits and speaking in tongues
Paul's teaching on love as supreme gift

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the gift of distinguishing spirits. Describe speaking in tongues (glossolalia). Analyze the gift of interpretation of tongues. Evaluate the unity purpose of all gifts.

Bible study: 1 Corinthians 12:10. Discussion: How to discern true from false spirits. Explanation: Difference between tongues and interpretation. Q/A: Paul's analogy of the human body. Practical application: Using gifts for church unity.

The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 11-12

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Paul's teachings on prophecy and tongues
Criteria for discerning gifts of the Holy Spirit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline Paul's detailed teaching on prophecy. Explain the superiority of prophecy over tongues. Describe regulations for using spiritual gifts. Analyze the purpose of orderly worship.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 14. Discussion: Why prophecy is preferred to tongues. Q/A: Paul's regulations for gift usage. Analysis: Maximum of 2-3 speakers rule. Practical application: Orderly worship in modern churches.

The Bible.
The Bible. Comparison chart of flesh vs. spirit.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 13-14

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

The fruit of the Holy Spirit
Manifestation of gifts in the church today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify the nine fruits of the Spirit. Explain the significance of each fruit. Describe how fruits manifest in Christian life. Analyze the difference between gifts and fruits.

Bible reading: Galatians 5:22-23. Discussion: Fruit vs. gifts of the Spirit. Analysis: How each fruit appears in Christian character. Q/A: Why fruit is more important than gifts. Practical application: Developing spiritual fruit in daily life.

The Bible.
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 16-17

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Using spiritual gifts for unity and church building
Introduction to unity of believers and the people of God

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Analyze how gifts promote church unity. Explain the proper use of spiritual gifts. Describe the role of love in exercising gifts. Evaluate the impact of gifts on evangelism and church growth.

Discussion: How gifts build rather than divide church. Q/A: Paul's message on unity through diversity. Case study: Problems when gifts are misused. Synthesis: Bringing together all teachings on gifts. Assessment: Test on the entire unit.

The Bible
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 18-19

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The people of God - Old Testament background
The people of God in the New Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline factors that contributed to unity among Israelites. Explain the covenant between God and Abraham. Describe the role of Moses in uniting Israelites. Analyze the significance of the Ten Commandments for unity.

Q/A: Review Abraham's covenant from Form 1. Discussion: Role of Moses during Exodus. Analysis: How Ten Commandments promoted unity. Comparison: Old Testament people of God vs. New Testament. Assignment: List factors that united Israelites.

The Bible.
Charts
The Bible. Comparison chart

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 16-17

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The body of Christ - Biblical foundation
Unity in the body of Christ

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Paul's teaching on the church as body of Christ. Describe the analogy of human body parts. Analyze the role of different members in the body. Evaluate the importance of each member's contribution.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27. Discussion: How human body functions as unity. Analysis: Application of body analogy to church. Q/A: What happens when body parts don't cooperate. Group work: Identify different roles in church body.

The Bible. Diagram of human body. Chart of church roles and functions.
The Bible. Chart of seven elements of unity.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 17-18

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The vine and the branches

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Jesus' teaching on vine and branches. Describe the relationship between Christ and believers. Analyze the consequences of remaining/not remaining in Christ. Evaluate the conditions for bearing fruit.

Bible reading: John 15:1-10. Discussion: Significance of vine imagery in Old Testament. Analysis: What it means to "remain in Christ". Q/A: Consequences of being cut off from vine. Reflection: How to bear much fruit as Christians.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 18-19

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The church as assembly of God
The church as the bride

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define the meaning of "church" (ekklesia). Explain the church as assembly of God's people. Describe different meanings of "church" today. Analyze Paul's marriage analogy for church unity.

Discussion: Different meanings of word "church". Bible reading: Ephesians 5:21-32. Analysis: Church as assembly vs. building vs. denomination. Q/A: How marriage illustrates church unity. Comparison: Husband-wife relationship with Christ-church relationship.

The Bible. Visual aids showing different meanings of church.
The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 19-20

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Causes of disunity in early church - Leadership disputes
Causes of disunity - Meat offered to idols and spiritual gifts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify the main causes of disunity in Corinthian church. Explain disputes over church leadership. Describe the rivalry between followers of different leaders. Analyze Paul's solution to leadership disputes.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17. Discussion: Why Corinthians formed parties around leaders. Analysis: Followers of Paul, Apollos, Peter, and Christ. Q/A: Paul's argument about Christ not being divided. Case study: Modern leadership disputes in churches.

The Bible
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 20-21

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Causes of disunity - Lord's Supper and resurrection
Other causes of disunity in early church

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the abuse of Lord's Supper in Corinth. Explain how social divisions affected communion. Analyze disagreements about resurrection of the body. Evaluate the impact of these problems on church unity.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, 15:12-58. Discussion: How rich and poor were divided at Lord's Supper. Analysis: Why some doubted bodily resurrection. Q/A: Paul's correction on proper communion observance. Reflection: Importance of unity at communion.

The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 22-23

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The Council of Jerusalem
Solutions offered by Paul to disunity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe the major problem of Gentile admission to church. Explain the debate over circumcision requirement. Analyze the decisions made at Jerusalem Council. Evaluate the significance of the council for church unity.

Bible reading: Acts 15:1-35. Discussion: Why circumcision was controversial issue. Analysis: Arguments presented by different sides. Q/A: The four requirements for Gentile converts. Reflection: Importance of compromise for unity.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 24-25

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Causes of disunity in Kenyan churches today
More causes of disunity in Kenya

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify modern causes of church disunity in Kenya. Explain formation of splinter groups. Describe misunderstanding of spiritual gifts today. Analyze discrimination within churches.

Brainstorming: Current problems dividing Kenyan churches. Discussion: Why new denominations keep emerging. Case studies: Examples of church splits in Kenya. Analysis: How material issues cause divisions. Field assignment: Interview about church unity challenges.

The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 23-24

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Solutions to disunity in Kenyan churches

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Suggest solutions to problems causing disunity in Kenya. Explain the role of love in solving church problems. Describe how churches can respect each other's differences. Analyze the importance of focusing on essential Christian beliefs.

Brainstorming: Solutions to identified problems. Discussion: How to maintain unity amid diversity. Analysis: Role of church leadership in promoting unity. Q/A: What are essential vs. non-essential Christian beliefs. Action planning: Steps for promoting unity in local churches.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 25-26

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS
THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Promoting unity among believers today
Definition of terms: Prophet and Prophecy

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify practical ways to promote church unity. Explain the role of ecumenical movements. Describe how individual Christians can contribute to unity. Evaluate the importance of unity for effective evangelism.

Discussion: Role of National Council of Churches of Kenya. Analysis: How unity helps in evangelism and social service. Q/A: Individual responsibility for promoting unity. Practical planning: Unity projects for local community. Assessment: Test on the entire unit.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 26-27

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Understanding prophecy in biblical context
Categories of prophets - True prophets

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain prophecy as God's revealed truth. Describe the role of predictions in prophecy. Analyze how prophets dealt with present, past, and future events. Evaluate prophecy as recognized institution in Israel.

Discussion: Prophecy vs. fortune telling. Analysis: How prophets interpreted current events. Q/A: Relationship between prophecy and Holy Spirit. Bible reading: Examples of predictive prophecy. Assignment: Research prophecy in New Testament.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 28-29

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Early prophets and cultic prophets
False prophets and their characteristics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe Early prophets and their communities. Explain the role of cultic prophets in worship. Analyze prophetic guilds or schools. Evaluate the work of prophets in religious centers.

Discussion: Elijah and Elisha as leaders of prophetic communities. Analysis: Role of prophets at Bethel and Jerusalem. Q/A: How cultic prophets worked with priests. Case study: Prophetic communities and their influence.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 30-31

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

The importance of prophets in Israel
How prophets received God's call and messages

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the central role of prophets in Israel's life. Describe prophets as mediators between God and people. Analyze how prophets received and communicated God's messages. Evaluate prophets' role in socio-economic, political, and religious spheres.

Discussion: Primary role of prophets as God's messengers. Analysis: Different ways prophets received revelations. Q/A: Prophets' use of "Thus says the Lord". Case study: How prophets influenced national decisions.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 30-31

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Prophets' roles and functions in society
Prophets' messages of judgment and hope

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline the various roles prophets played in Israel. Explain prophets as conscience of kings. Describe prophets' work in condemning social evils. Analyze prophets as preachers of practical monotheism.

Case studies: Nathan confronting David, Elijah challenging Ahab. Discussion: How prophets fought idolatry. Analysis: Prophets condemning social injustice. Q/A: Prophets as authoritative preachers of righteousness.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 31-32

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Characteristics of true prophets
More characteristics: Authority, symbolic actions, and prayer life

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify key characteristics of genuine prophets. Explain how prophets heard and obeyed God's voice. Describe prophets' belief in monotheism and covenant relationship. Analyze prophets' understanding of God's holiness and justice.

Discussion: Different ways God revealed Himself to prophets. Analysis: Prophets' absolute commitment to monotheism. Q/A: How prophets stood for covenant relationship. Case study: Prophets' courage in facing opposition.

The Bible. Chart of prophetic characteristics. Examples of prophetic courage.
The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 32-33

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

The writing of prophetic messages - Content and types

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify the three types of content in prophetic books. Explain prophetic sayings and oracles. Describe first-person and third-person narratives. Analyze the structure and organization of prophetic literature.

Bible study: Examples of prophetic oracles (Isaiah 28, Amos 1:3-3:2). Discussion: First-person narratives (Isaiah 6, Jeremiah 1). Analysis: Third-person accounts of prophetic activities. Q/A: How prophetic books were organized.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 33-34

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

How prophetic messages were recorded
Preservation and compilation of prophetic messages

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain why prophetic messages needed to be written down. Describe the role of scribes in recording prophecies. Analyze the example of Jeremiah and Baruch. Evaluate how oral traditions were preserved by disciples.

Case study: Jeremiah 36:1-4 on dictating to Baruch. Discussion: Why written records were necessary. Analysis: King Jehoiakim burning the scroll. Q/A: Role of prophetic disciples in preservation.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 34-35

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Relationship between Old Testament and New Testament
Messianic prophecies and their fulfillment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain how Old Testament points to salvation history. Describe God's promise to Abraham about blessing nations. Analyze Jesus' attitude toward the Law of Moses. Evaluate how Jesus fulfilled rather than destroyed the Law.

Bible study: Genesis 12:3 and Matthew 5:17. Discussion: Jesus as descendant of Abraham and David. Analysis: Jesus' summary of Law in love commandments. Q/A: How Jesus set higher standards than Mosaic Law.

The Bible.
The Bible. Chart of messianic prophecies and fulfillment. Timeline of Jesus' ministry.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 35-36

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

John the Baptist and the transition period
Jesus as the suffering servant and humble king

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain John the Baptist as forerunner of Messiah. Describe prophecies about John's ministry (Malachi, Isaiah). Analyze John's role in preparing for Jesus. Evaluate John as the last Old Testament prophet.

Bible study: Isaiah 40:3-5, Malachi 3:1, Luke 3:1-20. Discussion: John's baptism of repentance. Analysis: John's recognition of Jesus as Messiah. Q/A: Jesus' commendation of John as greatest prophet.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 36-37

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Comparison between traditional African and Old Testament prophets - Similarities
More similarities and differences

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify similarities between African and OT prophets. Explain common calling by God for both. Describe similar roles in warning about dangers. Analyze comparable expectations of moral integrity.

Discussion: Examples of African prophets (Mugo wa Kibiru, Syokimau). Comparison: How both were called by God. Analysis: Both warned about disasters and invasions. Q/A: Similar moral expectations for both.

The Bible. Information about African traditional prophets. Comparison chart of similarities.
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 37-38

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES
PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of Old Testament prophets to Christians
Background to Prophet Amos - Historical and personal context

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain how OT prophets reveal God's character and will. Describe prophets' preparation for Jesus Christ. Analyze moral demands made by prophets on all people. Evaluate prophets' challenge to be conscience of communities.

Discussion: What Christians learn from prophetic messages. Analysis: How prophets prepared way for Jesus. Q/A: Universal moral demands of prophetic teaching. Reflection: Being prophetic voices in modern society.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 39-40

PROPHET AMOS

Political and economic background

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe political stability during Jeroboam II's reign. Explain economic prosperity and wealth concentration. Analyze the rising threat of Assyrian empire. Evaluate the gap between rich and poor in Israel.

Bible reading: 2 Kings 14:23-29. Discussion: Jeroboam II as warrior king expanding borders. Analysis: Assyrian threat under Tiglath-Pileser III (745-727 BCE). Case study: Wealth concentrated in cities vs. rural poverty. Q/A: Legal exploitation of peasant farmers.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 42-45

PROPHET AMOS

Social and religious background
The call of Amos and confrontation with Amaziah

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify social problems and moral decline during Amos' time. Explain corruption in law courts and declining morality. Describe religious hypocrisy in Northern Kingdom. Analyze worship centers and idolatrous practices.

Discussion: How wealth led to social corruption and bribery. Analysis: Sexual immorality and breakdown of covenant brotherhood. Map work: Locate Bethel, Gilgal, Samaria as worship centers. Q/A: Combining Yahweh worship with idols (Sakkuth, Kaiwan).

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 45-46

PROPHET AMOS

Lessons from Amos' call and the five visions introduction
Visions of locusts and fire - God's mercy through intercession

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify lessons Christians learn from Amos' calling. Explain how God uses ordinary people for extraordinary work. Define vision as medium of divine revelation. Describe the progression of Amos' five visions.

Discussion: Amos as ordinary shepherd called to ministry. Q/A: How students can serve God regardless of status. Explanation: Difference between vision and dream. Overview: Five visions showing progression from mercy to judgment.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 48-50

PROPHET AMOS

Visions of plumb line and summer fruits - Inevitable judgment
Vision of altar destruction and modern significance of visions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the third vision of plumb line and crooked wall. Describe the fourth vision of basket of ripe summer fruits. Analyze the significance of Amos' silence in these visions. Evaluate Israel being "ripe for destruction."

Bible reading: Amos 7:7-9, 8:1-3. Demonstration: Plumb line as builder's tool for checking walls. Analysis: Israel like crooked wall about to collapse. Discussion: Summer fruits as timing metaphor for judgment. Q/A: Why Amos stopped interceding for Israel.

The Bible.
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 50-51

PROPHET AMOS

Social justice teachings - Slavery, exploitation, and sexual immorality
Breaking laws on pledges, bribery, and corruption

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define social justice and responsibility in biblical context. Describe how poor were enslaved and exploited in Israel. Explain sexual immorality and temple prostitution. Analyze breaking of God's laws on treatment of fellow Israelites.

Bible reading: Amos 2:6-8. Discussion: Selling righteous for silver, needy for sandals. Analysis: Legal exploitation through debt and land seizure. Description: Temple prostitution and sexual sins. Q/A: How covenant brotherhood was violated.

The Bible
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 53-56

PROPHET AMOS

Greed, luxury, and cheating in business
Relevance of social justice teachings for Christians today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe excessive luxury of rich at expense of poor. Explain false security of wealthy leaders. Analyze cheating practices by merchants and traders. Evaluate violations of fair business laws.

Bible reading: Amos 4:1-3, 6:1-8, 8:4-6. Discussion: Rich women compared to "cows of Bashan". Analysis: Leaders sitting "at ease" feeling "secure". Description: False scales, overcharging, poor quality goods. Q/A: Merchants eager to end religious festivals for business.

The Bible.
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 57-59

PROPHET AMOS

Hypocritical religion - External observance without inner piety
God's demand for justice and relevance for Christians

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe worship practices at Bethel and Gilgal. Explain the problem of ritual without righteousness. Analyze how worshippers combined ceremony with injustice. Evaluate God's rejection of hypocritical worship.

Bible reading: Amos 4:4-5, 5:21-27. Discussion: Difference between true and false worship. Analysis: Why God hated feasts and rejected sacrifices. Q/A: Worship of idols alongside Yahweh. Comparison: Proper vs. hypocritical worship practices.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 61-63

PROPHET AMOS

Judgment on surrounding nations

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain God's judgment on Syria, Philistia, Tyre, Edom, Ammon, Moab. Describe specific crimes committed by each nation. Analyze the "three transgressions and four" formula. Evaluate God's universal moral demands on all peoples.

Bible reading: Amos 1:3-2:3. Discussion: War crimes, slave trading, treaty breaking. Map work: Locate nations mentioned in judgments. Analysis: God's moral standards apply to all nations. Q/A: Universal nature of divine justice.

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 65-67

PROPHET AMOS

God's judgment on Israel and Judah
Forms of punishment and call for repentance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe God's judgment pronounced on His chosen people. Explain why Israel would receive heavier punishment. Analyze Israel's specific sins inviting judgment. Evaluate privilege and responsibility of divine election.

Bible reading: Amos 2:4-16, 3:1-2. Discussion: Why Israel least expected judgment. Analysis: Greater punishment for greater privilege. List: Israel's sins (idolatry, injustice, immorality, hypocrisy). Q/A: Accountability of chosen people.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 67-68

PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of judgment teachings for Christians
Israel's election - Concept, misunderstanding, and God's universal activity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain relevance of Amos' judgment message for Christians. Describe God's universal moral expectations today. Analyze balance between divine judgment and mercy. Evaluate how Christians should face challenges with hope.

Discussion: God's judgment applies to all nations today. Analysis: Christian responsibility for righteous living. Q/A: Learning from exile for facing modern challenges. Application: Trusting God's sovereignty in difficulties. Reflection: Personal and national accountability.

The Bible.
The Bible. Covenant relationship info. Chart of God's universal activity. Election concepts comparison.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 71-72

PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of election for Christians
The Day of the Lord - Expectations vs. reality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Christians as New Israel, chosen people. Describe Christian election and responsibilities. Analyze dangers of presuming on God's favor. Evaluate moral obligations of Christian calling.

Bible reading: 1 Peter 2:9. Discussion: Christians as "chosen race, royal priesthood". Analysis: Election brings responsibility, not just privilege. Q/A: How Christians should understand their calling. Application: Living up to election responsibilities.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 74-75

PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of Day of the Lord for Christians
The remnant concept and restoration promises

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Christian understanding as Second Coming of Christ. Describe Jesus' return as Lord and Judge. Analyze Christian preparation for Parousia. Evaluate importance of righteous living in expectation.

Discussion: Day of Lord as Second Coming. Bible reading: Mark 13:32-36 on unknown timing. Analysis: How Christians should prepare for return. Q/A: Judgment day for everyone's actions. Reflection: Personal readiness for Christ's coming.

The Bible. .
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 77-78

PROPHET AMOS

Relevance of remnant teaching for Christians
Synthesis of Amos' major teachings
Contemporary applications and Christian discipleship

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Christians as faithful remnant through grace. Describe hope for righteous while sinners face judgment. Analyze God's preservation of faithful witnesses. Evaluate Christian role in world redemption.

Bible reading: Romans 11:5. Discussion: Christians as remnant chosen by grace. Analysis: Hope that only unrepentant perish. Q/A: God's faithfulness through faithful people. Application: Christians as witnesses to world.

The Bible.
The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 80-81