Fields of Study: Religion

Covenant 1

At the end of this lesson, the students should be able to understand Covenant

Christian Living

Explain the expected attitudes of Christians to non-Christians in society.
Describe Christian attitudes to persecution.

Unity Among Christians

List various Christian organizations in Nigeria.
Discuss inter-denominational activities in our churches today.
Identify Biblical teachings that foster unity among Christians.
Practice Christian assistance to one another in times of need.

Paul‟s First Missionary journey

Describe the beginning of the church in Antioch and the sending out of Paul and Barnabas for their missionary work
Identify the towns visited by Paul during his first Missionary journey.
Describe the process by which the Jerusalem Council was convened and its decision.
Identify dialogue as the best option for conflict resolution.

The Ministry of Apostle Paul

State the former name, nationality and religion of Paul.
State the role-played by Paul in the persecution of the early Christians.
Describe what happened to Paul on the way to Damascus.
Pray for the salvation of their persecutors

The Ministry of Peter

Relate the story of Peter’s encounter with Simon the magician.
Repeat the story of the raising of Dorcas (Tabitha).
State the significance of the conversion of Cornelius.
Give an account of the release of Peter from Prison.

Persecution of the Early Believers.

Give reasons for the arrest of the apostles.
Summarize Stephen’s defence.
Give examples of persecution of Christians in their churches and communities.
Sing songs on Peter’s miraculous release from prison.

Fellowship in the Early Church.

Describe the social and religious life of the early church.
Discuss how the church dealt with cases of lying and murmuring.
Mention the desired qualities of a deacon.
Describe how Christians deal with cases of fraud in the church today.

The Promise of the Holy Spirit.

Discuss the importance of Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit to the disciples
Narrate the story of the fulfillment of the promise.
Give account of Peter’s speech on the Pentecost day and its effects.

The Resurrection and Appearance of Jesus

Tell the story of Resurrection of Jesus
State various appearances of Jesus after his resurrection.
State the significance of Jesus resurrection to Christians today.
Mention the role of women in the resurrection story of Jesus.

The Death and Burial of Jesus Christ.

Tell the story of Jesus crucifixion
Recall the seven Words of Jesus on the Cross
State the events that heralded His death on the Cross.
Give an account of His burial.

The passion of Christ.

Tell the story of Triumphant entry of Jesus to Jerusalem and its significance.
Recount the events that took place during the last supper.
Give an account of the trial of Jesus and the denial by Peter.
State conditions that make a Christian deny Christ and one‟s neighbour.

Some Parables of Jesus

Explain the meaning of parable.
Give reasons why Jesus taught in parables.
Narrate the categories of Jesus Parable with examples and its interpretation.

Sermon on the Mount.

Recite the beatitudes.
Explain Christians as salt and light of the world.
Discuss Jesus teaching on forgiveness and revenge.
Discuss Jesus‟ teaching on prayer and fasting, love of money, money and anxiety.

Call of the Disciples

Name the first four disciples of Jesus.
Give account of how they were called.
Name the twelve disciples.
State the demands of discipleship.

The baptism and temptation of Jesus.

Narrate the story of john the Baptist as forerunner of Jesus.
Narrate the story of Jesus baptism
Mention the 3 temptations of Jesus and explain their significance.
list some temptations in Nigeria today and suggest ways of overcoming them.

Jesus and His Family

Give the names of the brother of Jesus.
State Joseph’s profession.
State who are regarded by Jesus as members of “His true” family.