MARRIAGE

The meaning of marriage and Traditional African understanding

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define marriage and explain its purposes. Discuss marriage as focus of existence in African communities. Analyze features of traditional African marriage: procreation, polygamy, covenant relationship.

Definition of marriage as lasting relationship between man and woman; Discussion of marriage purposes: love, procreation, unity, social status; Analysis of marriage as rhythm of life in African communities; Examination of marriage and procreation as intertwined - children as buds of hope, social status, labor source, wealth

The Bible, Marriage definition charts, Traditional practice examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 54-58

MARRIAGE

Traditional African understanding (continued)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain polygamy and its justifications in African society. Discuss marriage as covenant relationship. Analyze divorce patterns and bride-wealth significance.

Analysis of polygamy reasons: social status, barrenness solution, ensuring all women marry; Discussion of marriage covenant elements: binding, vows, witnesses, ceremonies, obligations; Examination of divorce as rare - temporary separation preferred; Study of bride-wealth significance: compensation, covenant sealing, friendship promotion

The Bible, Polygamy justification materials, Covenant elements charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 55-58

MARRIAGE

Christian teaching on marriage
Christian teaching (continued) and Secular approaches

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight biblical foundation of Christian marriage. Explain marriage as divine institution for procreation and companionship. Discuss Christian emphasis on monogamy and permanence.

Scripture study Genesis 2:24, 1:28, 2:18 on divine institution; Analysis of marriage purposes: procreation, companionship, mutual love fulfillment; Discussion of monogamy as God's original plan (Genesis 2:23); Examination of marriage permanence and church attitudes toward divorce; Study of 1 Corinthians 7:4 on mutual submission

The Bible, Genesis passages, Marriage covenant materials
The Bible, 1 Corinthians passage, Modern marriage trend materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 58-62

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Traditional African practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe traditional methods of choosing marriage partners. Explain betrothal and courtship processes in African communities. Analyze wedding ceremony significance and variations.

Discussion of marriage partner selection: parental arrangement, orkitengel (booking) among Maasai, boy's choice with parental approval; Analysis of betrothal rituals: beer, gifts, pipe smoking symbolism; Examination of courtship period: marriage negotiations, bride-wealth payment; Study of wedding ceremonies: mock attacks, elopement, feasting, virginity celebration

The Bible, Traditional selection methods, Wedding ceremony examples

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 63-67

MARRIAGE

Preparation for marriage - Christian practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian guidelines for choosing marriage partners. Explain Christian betrothal and courtship principles. Analyze Christian wedding ceremony significance.

Analysis of Christian partner qualities: faith commitment, moral uprightness, common interests, provision ability; Study of 2 Corinthians 6:15 on believer-unbeliever relationships; Discussion of courtship guidelines: chastity, avoiding frequent visits, prayer commitment; Examination of wedding ceremony: vows, rings, certificate signing, God's blessing

The Bible, 2 Corinthians passage, Christian wedding materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 68-72

MARRIAGE

Celibacy as alternative to marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define celibacy and explain its biblical foundation. Discuss advantages of celibacy for church ministry. Analyze various reasons why people choose not to marry.

Definition of celibacy from Latin "Coelebes" meaning bachelor; Scripture study Matthew 19:12, 1 Corinthians 7:1,8,32-35; Analysis of Jesus and John the Baptist as celibate examples; Discussion of

The Bible, Matthew and 1 Corinthians passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 72-74

THE FAMILY

Definition and types of families

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define family as basic social unit. Identify different types of families. Compare nuclear, polygamous, single-parent and extended families.

Definition of family as basic social unit; Discussion of nuclear family advantages: undivided attention, mutual love, sexual satisfaction; Examination of single-parent and extended family structures

The Bible, Family structure charts, Visual aids

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 76-80

THE FAMILY

Traditional African vs Christian understanding of family
Responsible parenthood and contraception

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Compare traditional African and Christian family concepts. Explain extended family advantages and disadvantages. Discuss Christian family as religious center.

Analysis of extended family advantages: belonging, stability, unity; Discussion of disadvantages: exploitation, dependency, conflicts; Scripture study on Christian family foundation (Genesis, 1 Corinthians 7:2-5)

The Bible, Genesis and 1 Corinthians passages
The Bible, Proverbs and Deuteronomy passages, Contraception materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 78-82

THE FAMILY

Family problems - Child abuse, diseases, and unfaithfulness

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify major family problems and their causes. Explain traditional and Christian responses to child abuse and domestic violence. Discuss family challenges from diseases and unfaithfulness.

Discussion of child abuse forms and domestic violence causes; Analysis of traditional African responses through clan elders; Study of Christian responses and church family programs

The Bible, Exodus 20:14, Child protection materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 87-91

THE FAMILY

Family problems - Separation, divorce, and childlessness

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain causes and effects of separation and divorce. Discuss childlessness challenges and solutions. Compare traditional and Christian responses to family breakdown.

Analysis of separation vs divorce and their causes; Discussion of traditional African discouragement of divorce; Study of Jesus' teaching on divorce and Christian marriage permanence

The Bible-Matthew teachings on divorce

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 91-95

THE FAMILY

Family problems - Jealousy, resource misuse, and leadership styles

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss jealousy in families and its management. Explain family resource misuse and Christian stewardship. Analyze leadership styles and their effects on family harmony.

Analysis of jealousy causes in polygamous families; Study of biblical teaching against jealousy (Galatians 5:19-21); Discussion of family resource misuse and Christian stewardship principles;

The Bible, Galatians and Ephesians passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 95-99

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

The meaning of work and reasons for working

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define work in its widest sense. Distinguish between labour and creative work. Explain reasons why people work.

Definition of work as human activity using intellectual or physical energy; Discussion of work dimensions: physical, spiritual, moral, economic, cultural; Analysis of reasons for working: self-satisfaction, personal development, basic needs, dignity; Examination of work as life itself and source of meaning

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 95-98

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Types of work and vocation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify different types of work people engage in. Define vocation and its biblical foundation. Distinguish between professions, trades, crafts, careers, guilds and jobs.

Discussion of salaried employment, self-employment, casual work; Analysis of professions requiring advanced education; Study of biblical calling: prophets, disciples, Paul's teaching on gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4-31)

The Bible, 1 Corinthians passage, Work classification charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 96-100

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Traditional African attitude to work
Secular attitude to work and Christian teaching on work

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain traditional African understanding of work. Discuss work organization by age, gender and social status. Analyze religious dimension of work in African communities.

Analysis of work as fundamental dimension of human existence; Discussion of work division by age, gender, social status; Examination of training methods: children with mothers, girls learning domestic tasks, boys learning masculine duties; Study of work's religious dimension: prayers, sacrifices, thanksgiving ceremonies

The Bible, Traditional work examples, Cultural practice materials
The Bible, Genesis creation passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 100-102

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Virtues related to work

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify and explain virtues applied to different types of work. Discuss diligence, honesty, faithfulness, responsibility and tolerance in work.

Analysis of work as moral activity requiring virtues; Discussion of diligence as care and steady effort; Examination of honesty/integrity in dealing fairly and avoiding corruption; Study of faithfulness/loyalty to employers and commitments

The Bible, Virtue definition materials

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 105-106

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Professional ethics, ethos and codes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define professional ethos, ethics and codes. Explain roles of professional codes in society. Discuss importance of professional standards and public trust.

Definition of professional ethos as character of profession; Discussion of professional ethics as principles of conduct

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 106-108

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Rights and duties of employers and employees

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain rights and duties of employers. Discuss rights and duties of employees. Analyze importance of cordial employer-employee relationships.

Discussion of employer rights: business freedom, profits, loyalty expectation, Examination of employee rights

The Bible, Rights and duties charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 108-110

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Employment and wage/labour contracts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian approach to employment issues. Explain biblical principles on wages and labour contracts. Analyze just wage considerations.

Study of biblical employment principles (Leviticus 19:13, Luke 10:7); Analysis of Paul's teaching on fair wages (1 Timothy 5:18) Examination of labour contract protection and legal binding

The Bible, Leviticus and Luke passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 110-112

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Industrial action/strikes
Child labour

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain causes and forms of industrial action. Discuss negative effects of strikes. Analyze Christian attitude to labour disputes.

Definition of strikes as protest for better conditions; Discussion of strike forms, Examination of Christian peaceful approach to dispute resolution; Study of Matthew 5:21-26 on peaceful solutions

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 112-113

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Child labour (continued) and child protection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss international and national child protection measures. Explain Christian response to child abuse and exploitation. Analyze children's rights and responsibilities.

Analysis of international declarations: UN Rights of Child, African Charter; Discussion of Kenya's Children's Act and government measures; Examination of organizations: UNICEF, ANPPACAN, CRADLE; Study of children's rights: life, education, expression, protection

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 114-116

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Unemployment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain causes and effects of unemployment. Discuss social problems resulting from joblessness. Analyze Christian response to unemployment challenges.

Discussion of unemployment as lack of jobs in formal and informal sectors; Analysis of causes: limited opportunities, attitude to manual work, corruption, poor policies; Examination of effects: social evils, insecurity, lack of basic needs; Study of Christian view as economic and moral problem; Analysis of church role in creating employment opportunities

The Bible, 1 Corinthians 12 on talents, Unemployment statistics

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 116-117

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Self-employment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define self-employment and explain its importance. Discuss factors to consider before starting businesses. Analyze Jua Kali sector and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Definition of self-employment as personal enterprise initiation; Discussion of importance: income generation, job creation, economic welfare; Study of Christian encouragement for work and job creation

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 117-118

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WORK

Biblical foundation of work and modern applications

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Synthesize biblical teachings on work from Old and New Testament. Apply Christian work principles to contemporary employment challenges. Develop Christian work ethic for modern contexts.

Comprehensive review of Genesis creation and work; Analysis of Jesus as worker and Paul's teachings; Integration of traditional African, secular, and Christian work attitudes; Application of biblical principles to modern employment issues; Development of Christian approach to contemporary work challenges

The Bible, Genesis and New Testament work passages, Application scenarios

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 95-118

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

The meaning and forms of leisure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define leisure as time free from work or duties. Distinguish between passive and active leisure. Analyze advantages and disadvantages of different leisure forms.

Definition of leisure as relaxation time; Discussion of passive vs active leisure forms; Analysis of advantages: rest, talent development; Study of disadvantages: addiction, health risks

The Bible, Leisure activity examples, Visual aids

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 119-122

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Importance of leisure and traditional African understanding
Christian teaching on leisure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain importance of leisure for human wellbeing. Discuss traditional African organization of leisure activities. Analyze leisure in African ceremonies and age groups.

Analysis of leisure importance for rest and recreation; Discussion of traditional African leisure organization by age and gender; Examination of ceremonial leisure: initiation, marriage, naming; Study of storytelling and age-specific activities

The Bible, Traditional ceremony examples, African leisure materials
The Bible, Genesis and Exodus passages

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 122-125

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Misuse of leisure today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify ways leisure is misused in modern society. Discuss negative effects of excessive passive activities. Analyze problems of idle talk, gambling, and discos.

Discussion of excessive passive activities and technology addiction; Analysis of gambling, idle talk, and disco problems; Examination of changing leisure patterns from traditional to modern

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 128-130

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Use and abuse of alcohol

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain traditional and modern uses of alcohol. Discuss effects of alcohol abuse on individuals and families. Analyze Christian views on alcohol consumption.

Discussion of traditional vs modern alcohol use; Analysis of abuse effects: health, family, work problems

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 130-133

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Use and abuse of drugs

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define drugs and classify different types. Explain effects of medical, soft, and hard drugs. Discuss reasons for drug abuse among youth.

Definition and classification of drugs; Analysis of medical, soft, and hard drug effects; Discussion of abuse reasons

The Bible, Drug classification charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 133-138

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE

Causes and prevention of drug abuse

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Analyze factors leading to alcohol and drug abuse. Discuss prevention strategies and rehabilitation measures. Explain role of family, church, and society in prevention.

Analysis of abuse causes: parental neglect, financial stress, media influence; Discussion of prevention strategies and rehabilitation organizations

The Bible, charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 133-138

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LEISURE
CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY
CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Christian criteria for evaluating leisure use
Definition of wealth, money and poverty
Traditional African understanding of wealth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain Christian principles for leisure evaluation. Discuss biblical guidelines for appropriate leisure activities. Apply Christian criteria to modern leisure choices.

Study of Christian evaluation criteria: dignity, harm avoidance, God's glory; Scripture study Psalms 1:1-2, 1 Corinthians 10:31; Application of biblical principles to leisure choices; Discussion of avoiding addiction and harmful activities

The Bible, Psalms and 1 Corinthians passages
The Bible, charts showing world currencies
The Bible, charts on traditional wealth indicators, pictures of livestock

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 138-140

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Traditional African understanding of poverty and attitudes to wealth
Impact of money economy on traditional African society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define poverty in traditional African context. Identify causes of poverty in traditional society. Explain traditional African attitudes to wealth and poverty.

Bible reading on caring for the poor; Discussions on causes of traditional poverty; Narratives on laziness and raids

The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 145-148

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Christian teaching on wealth - Old Testament
Christian teaching on wealth and poverty - New Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight Old Testament teachings on wealth. Discuss wealth as God's blessing linked to obedience. Analyze biblical examples of righteous wealthy people. Explain social obligations of the wealthy.

Bible reading from Genesis, Deuteronomy, and Psalms; Narratives on Abraham, David, and Solomon; Discussions on Naboth's vineyard story

The Bible
The Bible, pictures illustrating biblical parables.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 151-153

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO WEALTH, MONEY AND POVERTY

Fair distribution of wealth
Bribery and corruption

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Discuss Christian principles of fair wealth distribution. Explain the role of taxation in wealth redistribution. Analyze government and church responsibilities. Evaluate collaborative approaches to poverty eradication.

Probing questions on wealth inequality in Kenya; Bible reading on early church sharing; Group discussions on taxation principles

The Bible
The Bible, relevant print media material

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 157-159