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

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.
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The Bible. events. Visual aids on wind and fire.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 2-3

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Peter's background and leadership
Peter's message on the Day of Pentecost
Proof that Jesus is the Messiah
Results of Peter's message and relevance today

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline Peter's background as a disciple. Explain Peter's relationship with Jesus. Describe Peter's denial and restoration. Analyze Peter's leadership role among apostles.

Q/A: Review Peter's life from Form 2. Narrations: Peter's call by Jesus. Discussion: Peter's role in the inner circle. Character study: Peter's courage and weaknesses. Assignment: Compare Peter before and after Pentecost.

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

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 5-6

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Paul's teaching on spiritual gifts - Introduction
The nine spiritual gifts explained

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define spiritual gifts according to Paul. Identify the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit. Explain the source and purpose of spiritual gifts. Analyze the problems in Corinthian church regarding gifts.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11. Assignment: List the nine spiritual gifts. Discussion: Difference between gifts and talents. Q/A: Why Corinthians overemphasized speaking in tongues. Explanation: Paul's correction to the Corinthians.

The Bible. Chart of nine spiritual gifts.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 9-10

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Distinguishing spirits and speaking in tongues

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.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 11-12

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Paul's teaching on love as supreme gift
Paul's teachings on prophecy and tongues

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline Paul's teaching on the supremacy of love. Explain why love is greater than other gifts. Describe the characteristics of love. Analyze love as the greatest virtue.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 13. Discussion: Why love surpasses all gifts. Analysis: Love in prayer, preaching, and action. Character study: What love is and is not. Reflection: How to demonstrate love in daily life.

The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 12-13

THE GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Criteria for discerning gifts of the Holy Spirit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify criteria for distinguishing true from false gifts. Explain how to recognize genuine spiritual gifts. Analyze Jesus' teaching on recognizing true prophets. Evaluate the fruit of the Spirit as a test.

Bible reading: Matthew 7:15-20, 1 Corinthians 12:1-3, Galatians 5:16-26. Discussion: Difference between flesh and spirit. Q/A: How to identify false prophets. Analysis: Contrasting works of flesh with fruit of Spirit. Written exercise: List criteria for discerning gifts.

The Bible. Comparison chart of flesh vs. spirit.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 14-15

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.
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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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 18-19

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The people of God - Old Testament background

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

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 16-17

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The people of God in the New Testament
The body of Christ - Biblical foundation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the New Testament concept of people of God. Describe characteristics of God's people according to 1 Peter 2:9-10. Analyze how believers become God's people through faith. Evaluate the universal nature of God's people.

Bible reading: 1 Peter 2:9-10. Discussion: Difference between Old and New Testament people of God. Analysis: Meaning of "chosen race, royal priesthood, holy nation". Q/A: How faith rather than ancestry determines membership. Reflection: Living as God's special people.

The Bible. Comparison chart
The Bible. Diagram of human body. Chart of church roles and functions.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 16-17

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Unity in the body of Christ
The vine and the branches

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Outline elements of unity according to Ephesians 4:1-12. Explain the seven unities centered on Trinity. Describe virtues needed for maintaining unity. Analyze how spiritual gifts promote unity.

Bible reading: Ephesians 4:1-12. Discussion: The seven "ones" in Ephesians 4. Analysis: How humility, gentleness, patience promote unity. Q/A: Role of apostles, prophets, evangelists in unity. Practical application: Building unity in local church.

The Bible. Chart of seven elements of unity.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 17-18

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The church as assembly of God

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.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 19-20

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The church as the bride
Causes of disunity in early church - Leadership disputes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the concept of church as bride of Christ. Describe the marriage imagery in Old and New Testaments. Analyze the wedding preparations and expectations. Evaluate the eternal nature of the union.

Bible reading: 2 Corinthians 11:2, Revelation 21:1-2. Discussion: Old Testament background of Israel as bride. Analysis: New Jerusalem as bride prepared for husband. Q/A: What makes a bride beautiful for wedding. Reflection: Preparing for eternal union with Christ.

The Bible.
Charts
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 19-20

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Causes of disunity - Meat offered to idols and spiritual gifts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain the problem of eating meat offered to idols. Describe the conflict between strong and weak Christians. Analyze the misuse of spiritual gifts in Corinth. Evaluate Paul's solutions to these problems.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 8, 12-14. Discussion: Why eating idol meat was controversial. Analysis: How spiritual gifts created division. Q/A: Paul's advice on considering weaker Christians. Practical application: Modern equivalent situations.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 21-22

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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 24-25

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Causes of disunity in Kenyan churches today

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

More causes of disunity in Kenya
Solutions to disunity in Kenyan churches

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe disputes taken to civil courts. Explain misuse of freedom of worship. Analyze differences in sacramental practices. Evaluate varying beliefs about baptism and resurrection.

Discussion: Church cases in Kenyan courts. Analysis: How freedom of worship is sometimes abused. Q/A: Different practices in baptism among churches. Comparison: Various beliefs about resurrection among denominations. Debate: Should churches have uniform practices?

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 24-25

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Promoting unity among believers today

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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 26-27

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Definition of terms: Prophet and Prophecy
Understanding prophecy in biblical context

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define the terms prophet and prophecy. Explain the Hebrew and Greek origins of the word prophet. Identify other terms used to describe prophets. Distinguish between prophets and prophetesses in the Old Testament.

Q/A: Review prophets studied in Form 1 (Moses, Elijah, Nathan, Samuel). Discussion: Meaning of prophetes and nabi. Brainstorming: Other names for prophets (messenger, watchman, seer). Bible study: Examples of prophetesses (Miriam, Deborah, Hulda).

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 28-29

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Categories of prophets - True prophets
Early prophets and cultic prophets

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify different categories of Old Testament prophets. Explain the classification of Major prophets. Describe Minor prophets and their characteristics. Distinguish between Canonical and Early prophets.

Bible exploration: Books of Major prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel). Discussion: Why some are called "major" and others "minor". Analysis: Length and content of prophetic books. Q/A: Difference between Canonical and Early prophets.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 29-30

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

False prophets and their characteristics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify characteristics of false prophets. Explain how false prophets operated. Describe the challenge they posed to true prophets. Analyze examples of conflicts between true and false prophets.

Discussion: How to distinguish false from true prophets. Case study: Elijah vs. prophets of Baal. Analysis: Jeremiah vs. Hananiah conflict. Q/A: Why false prophets were dangerous to Israel. Assignment: Research modern false prophets.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 31-32

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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 30-31

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Prophets' roles and functions in society

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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 31-32

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Prophets' messages of judgment and hope
Characteristics of true prophets

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe how prophets foretold punishment for disobedience. Explain prophets' role in offering hope for restoration. Analyze the balance between judgment and mercy in prophetic messages. Evaluate prophets' predictions about future kings and kingdoms.

Discussion: Examples of prophetic warnings (Elijah's drought). Analysis: Messages of hope to exiles in Babylon. Q/A: How prophets balanced punishment with restoration. Bible study: Prophecies about the Messiah.

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

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 32-33

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

More characteristics: Authority, symbolic actions, and prayer life
The writing of prophetic messages - Content and types

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe prophets' authority and courage in speaking. Explain use of symbolic actions in prophetic ministry. Analyze prophets' prayer life and withdrawal for revelation. Evaluate how prophets emulated God's attributes.

Case studies: Symbolic actions (Hosea's marriage, Isaiah walking naked, Jeremiah's clay pot). Discussion: Source of prophetic authority. Analysis: Moses' 40 days on mountain. Q/A: How prophets lived holy lives.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 33-34

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

How prophetic messages were recorded

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.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 34-35

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Preservation and compilation of prophetic messages
Relationship between Old Testament and New Testament

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe how disciples preserved prophetic traditions. Explain the compilation process over time. Analyze how messages were organized by themes. Evaluate the use of prophetic messages by later generations.

Discussion: Isaiah's instruction to disciples (Isaiah 8:16). Analysis: How traditions about Isaiah were incorporated in 2 Kings. Q/A: Thematic organization of oracles. Example: Jeremiah 26:17-18 quoting Micah.

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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 35-36

THE WRITING OF PROPHETIC MESSAGES

Messianic prophecies and their fulfillment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Describe prophecies about Davidic descendant. Explain Isaiah's prophecies about the Messiah. Analyze Jeremiah's prophecy of New Covenant. Evaluate how Jesus fulfilled messianic expectations.

Bible study: 2 Samuel 7:13-14, Isaiah's messianic passages. Discussion: Jesus acknowledged as "Son of David". Analysis: New Covenant inauguration at Last Supper. Q/A: Why Jews expected political rather than suffering Messiah.

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

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 36-37

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.

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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
Relevance of Old Testament prophets to Christians

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.
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KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 37-38