THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Introduction to unity of believers and the people of God
The people of God - Old Testament background
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:
Define the concept of unity of believers. Explain the meaning of different names for early Christians. Analyze factors that contributed to unity among early Christians. Compare unity among believers with national unity in Kenya.
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.

Q/A: Review different names for early Christians from Acts. Discussion: Meaning of unity in various contexts. Comparison: Factors for unity in Kenya vs. early church. Brainstorming: Challenges facing unity in modern church. Bible reading: Galatians 3:28.
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.
The Bible.
Charts
The Bible. Comparison chart
The Bible. Diagram of human body. Chart of church roles and functions.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 15-16
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 16-17

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Unity in the body of Christ

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.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 17-18

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The vine and the branches
The church as assembly of God

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

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 18-19

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

The church as the bride
Causes of disunity in early church - Leadership disputes
Causes of disunity - Meat offered to idols and spiritual gifts
Causes of disunity - Lord's Supper and resurrection

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.
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: 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.
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.

The Bible.
Charts
The Bible
The Bible.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 19-20
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 21-22

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS

Other causes of disunity in early church

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify additional problems causing disunity. Explain disputes over head covering during worship. Describe issues of sexual immorality in the church. Analyze problems with marriage, divorce, and civil court cases.

Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 5, 6:1-11, 7, 11:2-16. Discussion: Cultural issues affecting early church. Analysis: How moral problems divided the church. Q/A: Paul's solutions to various disputes. Comparison: Early church problems vs. modern church issues.

The Bible.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 23-24

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
Solutions to disunity in Kenyan churches

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.
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: 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.
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.
Charts

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 23-24
KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 25-26

THE UNITY OF BELIEVERS
NEHEMIAH

Promoting unity among believers today
Background to Nehemiah - Political context

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.
The Bible

KLB Secondary CRE Form 3, Pages 26-27

NEHEMIAH

Background to Nehemiah - Socio-economic and religious context
Nehemiah's call and mission

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Describe the socio-economic conditions of exiles in Babylon
Explain the religious practices during exile
Identify challenges faced by returnees
Analyze the integration of exiles into Babylonian society
Evaluate the preservation of Jewish identity

Bible reading: Jeremiah 29:4-7, Psalm 137
Discussion: Life in exile vs life in Judah
Analysis: Economic opportunities for deportees
Q/A: How Jews preserved their faith in exile
Comparison: Exiles vs "poor of the land"
Study: Religious practices without Temple
Reflection: Maintaining faith in foreign land

The Bible

KLB BK III Pg 109-113

NEHEMIAH

Prayer in the life of Nehemiah - Characteristics and occasions
Importance of prayer in Christian life
Nehemiah's leadership - Qualities and characteristics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Identify occasions when Nehemiah prayed
Describe characteristics of Nehemiah's prayers
Explain the content of his confession prayer
Analyze the role of fasting in his prayer life
Evaluate prayer as preparation for action

Explain the importance of prayer for Christians
Compare Nehemiah's prayers with Jesus' teachings
Identify different types of Christian prayer
Apply lessons from Nehemiah's prayer life
Encourage regular prayer practice

Bible reading: Nehemiah 1:5-11, 4:4-9, 6:9
Analysis: Structure of Nehemiah's prayers
Discussion: Prayer and fasting combination
Q/A: Confession of national sins
Study: Praise, confession, petition in prayer
Comparison: Different types of prayers by Nehemiah
Personal reflection: Learning from Nehemiah's prayer life
Discussion: Why Christians should pray
Comparison: Nehemiah's prayers vs Lord's Prayer
Q/A: Different types of prayer (praise, confession, petition)
Group work: Benefits of prayer in Christian life
Practical session: How to develop prayer life
Testimonies: Power of prayer in daily life
Action planning: Personal prayer commitment

The Bible

KLB BK III Pg 113-116
KLB BK III Pg 116-117

NEHEMIAH

Problems experienced by Nehemiah
Lessons Christians learn from Nehemiah's experiences and leadership

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

Describe opposition from external enemies
Explain internal conflicts among the Jews
Identify attempts to harm Nehemiah personally
Analyze socio-economic problems faced
Evaluate Nehemiah's solutions to these problems

Bible reading: Nehemiah 4:1-23, 5:1-13, 6:1-14
Character study: Sanballat, Tobiah, Geshem
Discussion: External opposition and ridicule
Analysis: Internal exploitation and debt problems
Q/A: Plots against Nehemiah's life
Problem-solving study: Nehemiah's responses
Modern application: Handling opposition in leadership

The Bible

KLB BK III Pg 121-125

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Definition of law, order and justice
The need for law, order and justice in society
Rights and duties of citizens
Traditional African understanding of law, order and justice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define law, order and justice. Identify different types of laws. Explain the importance of law in society. Distinguish between statutory and customary laws.

Q/A on school rules and regulations; Brain storming on types of laws; Group discussions on importance of laws, Practical examples of laws affecting daily life.

The Bible
The Bible, chalkboard, exercise books, old newspapers, local examples from community.
The Bible,simple drawings on chalkboard.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 163-165

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE

Biblical teachings on law - Old Testament and Jesus' fulfillment
Biblical teachings on order and justice
Social disorders - discrimination (racism and tribalism)
Social disorders - gender discrimination and inequitable distribution of wealth
Social disorders - crime, its causes and remedies

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Highlight Old Testament laws (Torah). Discuss Jesus' interpretation of Mosaic Law. Compare Mosaic Law with Jesus' teachings. Analyze the Sermon on the Mount teachings.
Discuss sexism and gender-based discrimination. Analyze causes and effects of gender inequality. Explain inequitable distribution of wealth and resources. Suggest Christian remedies for these social disorders.

Bible reading from Exodus, Deuteronomy and Matthew; Detailed analysis of Ten Commandments; Group discussions on Jesus' new interpretations; Q/A on law's fulfillment in Christ.
Probing questions on gender roles; Group discussions on women's rights; Bible reading on Jesus' treatment of women

The Bible
The Bible simple maps drawn on board.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 171-175
KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 184-187

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO LAW, ORDER AND JUSTICE
CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT
CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT
CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Church-state relationship and Christian role in society transformation
Definition of science, technology and environment. Benefits of science and technology
Christian views on euthanasia and blood transfusion
Christian views on organ transplant and genetic engineering

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain church-state relationship in Kenya. Discuss areas of cooperation and conflict. Analyze Christian participation in social, economic and political life. Evaluate Christian role in transforming society.

Bible reading on Christian civic duties; Group discussions on church-state cooperation

The Bible simple diagrams on board.
The Bible
The Bible, simple drawings of human organs

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 191-195

CHRISTIAN APPROACH TO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Christian views on plastic surgery and environmental impact of science and technology
Christian response to desertification and deforestation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Explain plastic surgery types and reasons. Discuss Christian response to cosmetic surgery. Define pollution and its types. Analyze environmental problems caused by technology.

Brain storming on beauty and appearance; Group discussions on reconstructive vs cosmetic surgery; Bible reading on being created in God's image; Exposition on land, air, water and noise pollution.

The Bible, simple environmental observations.
The Bible, simple tree planting demonstrations, seedlings if available.

KLB Secondary CRE Form 4, Pages 203-209