SS3 First Term CRS E-Notes

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FIRST TERM E-LEARNING NOTE
SUBJECT: CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS STUDIES CLASS: S S 3 FIRST TERM
SCHEME OF WORK
SUBJECT: CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS STUDIES
WEEK TOPIC
THEME 1: BAPTISM AND TEMPTATION OF JESUS
1. Revision of last session work
2. The baptism: (a) Meaning and purpose of baptism (b) The purpose of Jesus’ baptism
3. The baptism II: (c) Synoptic account of the Baptism of Jesus Matt. 3: 13-17; Mk. 1: 9-11; Lk. 3: 21-
22 (d) significance of Jesus baptism.
4. The temptation of Jesus: (a) Synoptic account of the temptation of Jesus. Matt. 4: 1-11; Mk 1: 12-
13; Lk. 4: 1-13, (b)Significance of each three temptation.
5. The temptation of Jesus II: (c) i. Temptations in the world today ii. Ways of overcoming
temptations to sin today. (d) Means Jesus used to overcome the three temptations.
THEME 2: CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP
6. Call to discipleship: (a) importance of call discipleships to Jesus Ministry, Matt. 28: 19-20; Mk. 16:
15-19 (b) Call of the disciples and their responses: Matt. 4: 18-25; 9: 9, 13; 10: 1-4;
7. Call to discipleship II: (c) Attitude of Christians today to God’s call. Note examples of people that
left their plump jobs to answer God’s call e.g. Dr. W. F Kumuyi etc. (d) Factor that militate against
discipleship: Matt. 8: 18-22; Lk. 9: 57-63; 14: 25-33
THEME 3: MISSION OF THE DISCIPLES
8. Mission of the disciples: (a) Mission of the Twelve: Matt. 10:1-15; Mk. 6; 7- 13; Note instruction
given (b) Mission of the Seventy: Lk. 10: 1-20; Note instruction given (c)
Differences in the synoptic accounts of the mission of the Twelve: Matthew had the Jewish
audience in mind; Luke has a more universal outlook (swapped with e/d on diary)
9. Mission of the disciples II: (d) Achievements of the Twelve and Seventy disciples (e) Differences
and similarities in the mission of the Twelve and the Seventy disciples; (f) significances of each
mission.
10. The Resurrection of Jesus: (a) Jesus rose from the death after three days Matt. 28: 1-10; Mk. 16:
1-14; Lk. 24: 1-35 (b) Importance of the resurrection of Jesus to the Christian faith. 1 cor. 15: 3-8,
12-20.
THEME 5: FELLOWSHIP IN THE EARLY CHURCH
11. Communal living in the early church: (a) Election of the successor to Judas Iscariot, Act 1: 15-26
(b) Characteristics of the early Christian community Act 2: 41-47; 4: 32-37
(c) The problems of early Christian community Act 5: 1-11; 6: 1 (d)
Solutions to the problem of the early Christian community Acts 6: 2-6.
12. Revision.
13. Examination.
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WEEK: 1
CONTENT: REVISION OF FIRST TERM WORK
WEEK: 2
THEME 1: BAPTISM AND TEMPTATION
TOPIC: THE BAPTISM OF JESUS
CONTENT:
(A)MEANING OF BAPTISM
(B) THE PURPOSE OF JESUS’ BAPTISM
(C) SYNOPTIC’S ACCOUNT OF THE BAPTISM OF JESUS MATT. 3: 13-17; MK. 1: 9-11; LUKE 3: 21-22
SUB TOPIC 1: MEANING OF BAPTISM

Baptism is defined as a practice of the christian church – dipping into water completely(immersion) or
more usually the pouring of water by the priest on the person who is receiving baptism. This is a sign of
washing away of sins and shows that the person has become a member of the church, which marks the
transition into a new kingdom.
EVALUATION:
What is baptism?
SUB TOPIC 2: The purpose of Jesus’ baptism

1. The purpose of Jesus baptism is to show God’s visible sign and blessing on
Jesus.
2. It to prove Jesus unique status as the Son of God.
3. It is to prepared Jesus for His earthly ministry and also marked the beginning of
His public ministry on earth.
EVALUATION:
1. Why did Jesus go for baptism?
2. Was He supposed to be baptised?
REFERENCE TEXTS:
1. CRS for SS2 by L.O Udokporo et al; by Melrose Publishers.
2. Fundamentals of CRK for SSS Book One/SSCE Section A by A.E. Osubele; Doves Publishers.
3. Essential CRK for SSS by Edmond Okoli; Tonad Publishers Limited.
4. Revised Standard Version Holy Bible (RSV); Bible Society.
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WEEK: 3
TOPIC: : BAPTISM OF JESUS
CONTENT:
(C) SYNOPTICS ACCOUNT OF THE BAPTISM OF JESUS MATT. 3: 13-17; MK. 1: 9-11; LK. 3: 21-22
(D) SIGNIFICANCE OF JESUS BAPTISM.
SUB-TOPIC 3: SYNOPTIC’S ACCOUNT OF THE BAPTISM OF JESUS. MATT. 3: 13-17; MK. 1: 9-11; LK. 3: 21-
22
ST. MARK ST. MATTHEW ST. LUKE

(MK 1: 9-11) (MATT.3: 13-17) (LUKE 3: 21-22)
1. That Jesus came from 1. That Jesus came from 1.That the baptism did not
Nazareth of Galilee and went Galilee to Jordan for the take place till all the people
into the river purpose of being baptised. had been baptised (therefore
the baptism was almost
private).
2. When he came up out of 2. That John was unwilling to 2. After baptism Jesus prayed.
water, he saw heavens baptized Jesus but was
opened and the Spirit constrained by our Lord. ‘’Let
descending upon him like a it be so now; for thus it is
dove. fitting to fulfill all
righteousness.
3. A voice came from heaven 3. When Jesus was baptised, 3. The Holy Spirit descended
‘’Thou art my beloved Son; he went up immediately from in bodily shape or form.
with Thee I am well pleased.’’ the water and the heaven
were opened and he saw the
Spirit of God descending like a
dove and lightning on him.
A voice from heaven saying,
‘’This is my beloved Son’’ with
whom I am well pleased.
EVALUATION:
Narrate the story of the baptism of Jesus according to Mattthew/Mark/Luke.
SUB TOPIC 4: SIGNIFICANCE OF JESUS BAPTISM.

1. The baptism presents Jesus as a law abiding citizen.
2. The humility of Jesus to present himself to be baptised by a lesser person is revealed.
3. To fulfil all righteousness identified Jesus with the custom and the people he had came to save.
4. The baptism was one of the preparations Jesus made for His public ministry.
5. Jesus baptism was not for the remission of his own sins, (being without sin), but that of the world,as
his baptism will culminate in his death.
6. The appearance of the Holy Spirit as well as the voice from heaven, confirmed to John that actually
Jesus was the Messiah eariler prophesied about.
7. His baptism has thought the world that believers ought to be baptized – it is necessary, else Jesus
would not have insisted on being baptized.
8. A dove signifies the Holy Spirit in Christendom. Therefore, the appearance of the Holy Spirit during the
baptism of Jesus shows that Jesus is a member of the Trinity.
Thus, all the three members of the Trinity were present during the baptism of Jesus. God the Father’s
presence was symbolized by the voice.
9. The baptism of Jesus was the very first forum to declare his Messiahship; hence, its significance.
10. It indicated that Jesus’ mission on earth will mainly benefit sinners; hence, his decision to identify
himself with sinful humanity.
GENERAL EVALUATIONS:
1. State the significant difference between the Matthean and Markan accounts of the baptism of Jesus.
(SSCE June 1998)
2. List the significance of Jesus baptism.
REFERENCE TEXTS:
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WEEK: 4
TOPIC: THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS
CONTENT:
(A) SYNOPTISTS ACCOUNT OF THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS. MATT. 4: 1-11;
MK 1: 12-13; LUKE 4: 1-13,
(B) SIGNIFICANCE OF EACH OF THE THREE TEMPTATION.
SUB TOPIC A: SYNOPTISTS ACCOUNT OF THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS. (MATT. 4: 1-11; MARK 1: 12-13;
LUKE 4: 1-13.)
MATTHEW ‘S ACCOUNT OF THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS MATT. 4: 1-11.

According to Matthew, Jesus was taken by the Spirit into the wilderness to fast for forty days and
was very hungry. The devil capitalised on the opportunity to know wheather Jesus could used His spiritual
power to satisfy His material wants. The devil wanted Jesus to change stones to loaves of bread. Jesus
answered him by quoting the scriptures ‘’Man shall not live by bread alone but by every word that
proceeds from the mouth of God.’’
When satan failed in this, he took Jesus to the holy city, set him on the pinnacle of the temple and
commanded Jesus to throw himself down from there that it was written that his angels would take charge
of him. Jesus replied that it was written, ‘’You shall not tempt the Lord your God.’’
On the third temptation, the devil took Jesus to a high mountain and showed him all the cities and their
glories and promised to give all these to Jesus, only if he would fall down and worship him (the devil).
When Jesus defeated the devil, he left him and the angels came and ministered unto Jesus.
Lukan’s Account of The Temptation

According to Luke, Jesus returned from Jordan and was equally led by the Spirit into the wilderness
for forty days and he was tempted by the devil. The devil took the same procedure of temptation as in
Matthew. The only differences from Luke are: Taking him to the high mountain which is the third in
Matthew is second in Luke. Then after the temptation the devil departed from him (Jesus) until an
opportune moment or time for satan to come again.
Marks Account of Jesus’ Temptation (Mark 1: 12 & 13).
The Spirit drove Jesus into the wilderness. And he was in the wilderness for forty days tempted by
satan, and he was with beasts and the angels ministered to him(Jesus). While Matthew and Luke used the
words ‘’led up’’, Mark used ‘’drove’’.
SUB TOPIC B: SIGNIFICANCE OF EACH OF THE THREE TEMPTATIONS.
1. If Jesus had yielded to the first temptation, He would have abuse His Messiahship and be an Economic
or Material Messiah.
2. The second temptation would have reduced Jesus to the level of a Magician and Wonder Worker
Messiah. If He had accepted to fall from the pinnacle.
3. If Jesus had succumbed to the request to bow down and worship satan in order to own the kingdoms
of the world, He would have become a Political and Earthly Messiah
EVALUATION:
What is the significance of the temptation of Jesus?
REFERENCE TEXTS:

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WEEK: 5
TOPIC: THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS:
CONTENT:
(C) I. TEMPTATIONS IN THE WORLD TODAY
II. WAYS OF OVERCOMING TEMPTATIONS TO SIN TODAY.
(D) MEANS JESUS USED TO OVERCOME THE THREE TEMPTATIONS.
SUB TOPIC C: I. TEMPTATIONS IN THE WORLD TODAY

In our community today, there are lots of temptations facing the children, youths and ad ults. They
include:
1. Temptation to cheat and get involve in examination malpractices.
2. Temptation to lie and steal.
3. Temptation to engage in fraud or obtain things by hook or crook.
4. Temptation to disobey the laws and rules of the nation.
5. Temptation to disobey rules and regulation of the school.
6. Temptation to commitment fornication and adultery.
7. Temptation to kill and destroy valuable properties in the society.
8. Temptation to disobey the commandments and injunctions of God.
9. Temptation to dishonour and disrespect our parents, teachers and elders.
10. Temptation to do what is wrong.
II. WAYS OF OVERCOMING TEMPTATIONS TO SIN TODAY.
The following tips can help to overcome temptations today:
1. Be spiritually and physically disciplined.
2. Thirst and pray for the Holy Spirit power to help you in your christian journey.
3. Cultivate the habit of prayer and faster to pull down the strong holes of satan.
4. Strictly rely on god and seek His help in time of temptation.
5. Mediate on the word of God and practice what you read.
6. Avoid negative influences. Strive to live a holy and God-fearing life.
7. Do not have inordinate ambition.
SUB TOPIC D: MEANS JESUS USED TO OVERCOME THE THREE TEMPTATIONS.

1. Jesus challenged the devil by quotion from the word of God. Christians can also overcome temptation
and the devil by challenging him with the word of God. Expounded
2. Jesus was tempted immediately after baptism and fasting – when he was close to God. He was was
able to resist and overcome the devil through the power He got by prayer and fasting.
3. Jesus relied on God and He was able to overcome satan’s temptations.
4. Jesus was highly disciplined and that was why He was able to overcome the temptations.
5. Jesus placed priority on the spiritual needs than physical and perishing things of the world.
GENERAL EVALUTION:
OBJECTIVE TEST:
1. During the baptism of Jesus............. A. the angels sang sweet hymns B. the Spirit of God stood by
him. C. there was a voice from heaven D. three miracles happened.
2. The appearance of a dove during the baptism of Jesus signified..... A. the presence of God. B. the
messiahship of Jesus. C. the presence of an angel. D. the presence of the Holy Spirit.
3. The temptation of Jesus on the top of the mountain was to know if .............
A. Jesus would be enticed by the beauty of the world
B. Jesus would be succumb to hunger.
C. Jesus had power to perform miracles
D. Jesus was really the son of God.
4. The wilderness where Jesus was tempted is A. an abode of the spirits. B. a place of prayer. C.
a place without food and water. D. a place full of stones.
5. A significant difference between the Matthean and Markan accounts of the baptism of Jesus was that
(SSCE June 1998 OBJ 15) A. Matthew alone said the voice came from heaven. B. in Mark, everybody
saw the heavens opened. C. Matthew alone said that John felt inferior to baptize Jesus. D. Mark alone
mentioned Galilee. E. only Matthew reported that the Spirit alighted on Jesus.
6. In the story of Temptation, only Mark reported that Jesus was......... A. hungry and tired. B. angry
with the devil. C. with the wild beast. D. victorious over the devil.
ESSAY TEST:
1. Narrate the story of the baptism of Jesus as recorded by Matthew and indicate its purpose.
2. Why did John the Baptist hesitated to baptize Jesus and why did Jesus insist?
3. What lesson does the temptation of Jesus give to the present- day Christians?
4. What is the significance of Jesus tempation?
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT:
1. Using Matthew’s account, discuss the temptation of Jesus.
PRE-READING ASSIGNMENT:
Get the past questions and answer pack and answer relevant questions in year 2012 and 2013.
REFERENCE TEXTS:

5. Microsoft ® Encarta ® 2009. © 1993-2008 Microsoft Corporation.
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WEEK: 6
TOPIC: CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP
CONTENT:
(A) IMPORTANCE OF THE CALLED DISCIPLES TO JESUS MINISTRY MATT. 28: 19-20; MK. 16: 15-19
(B) CALL OF THE DISCIPLES AND THEIR RESPONSES MATT. 4: 18-25; 9: 9, 13; 10: 1-4;
WHO IS A DISCIPLE?
A disciple is someone who learns from his master. He is a follower that is being led by a leader. After
learning from his master, he goes out to practise what his master had taught him.
SUB TOPIC A: IMPORTANCE OF THE CALLED DISCIPLES TO JESUS MINISTRY. MATT. 28: 19-20; MK. 16:
15-19
Since Jesus knew that His presence and ministry here on earth were for a short period of time, He
chose and trained His disciples to carry on His work(ministry) of teaching, preaching and healing. The
primary aim of Jesus chosen of the disciples was to spread the Gospel and build up the body of Christ who
would emerge after His departure.
Before His ascension to heaven, the Lord gave them the Great Commission to go and make disciples
of all nations. Baptising them in the the of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them
to observe all that the Lord (Jesus) had commanded them. He who believes and is baptized will be saved;
but he who does not believe will be condemned.
Christ also promised signs that will accompany believers, They will speak in new tongues, pick up
serpents, and if they drink any deadly things, it will not harm them. They will lay their hands on the sick
and they will recover.
SUB TOPIC B: CALL OF THE DISCIPLES AND THEIR RESPONSES. MATT. 4: 18-25; 9: 9, 13; 10: 1-4;
A disciple is a pupil, student or follower who receives instructions from his teacher. The first four disciples
were Peter and his brother, Andrew; and the two brothers, James and John.
According to Matthew and Mark, one day, as Jesus was walking along the Sea of Galilee, he saw Peter
and Andrew casting their net into the sea, for they were fishermen. Jesus called them to be his disciples
saying: “follow me, and l will make you fishers of men.” And immediately, they followed Jesus. A few
meters away from where Jesus called Peter and Andrew, Jesus met the two brothers, James and John, the
sons of Zebedee. They were with their father mending their broken nets. Jesus called them and
immediately, they left their father and followed him.
The gospel of Luke gives another account of how Jesus called the first four disciples. Jesus met Peter,
Andrew, James and John by the Sea of Galilee. They had just returned from fishing all night without
making any catch. Jesus told Peter to go and fish. Peter said they had toiled all night without any fish, but
they would try again at his word. They had a great catch of fish. When Peter, Andrew, James and John had
brought in all the fish, they left everything and followed Jesus.
JESUS CALLS THE TWELVE DISCIPLES/APOSTLES: MK 3: 13-19
Apart from the first four disciples, Jesus called Matthew or Levi, a tax collector to be his disciple and he
did. The Gospel of John also tells us of the call of Philip. Many other people also followed Jesus though he
had not called them. When Jesus saw that there were many people who were prepared to sacrifice
everything to follow him in order to learn from him, he decided to select twelve of them to be his
disciples.
The day before Jesus selected the twelve disciples; he left everybody and went to a quiet place. There he
prayed all night to God to help him select the right men. Jesus wanted honest, faithful and loyal disciples
who would devote all their lives to the service of God. God listened to Jesus prayers and in the morning
he called all the people together and selected twelve disciples from among them. The disciples were:
1. Simon Peter
2. Andrew
3. James and
4. John the sons of Zebedee
5. Philip
6. Bartholomew
7. Matthew
8. Thomas
9. James the son of Alpheus
10. Simon the Zealot
11. Thaddeus
12. Judas Iscariot.
The Disciples Responses To Their Call To Discipleship
From the account of the call of the first five disciples, they responsed promptly to the call of Christ to
them.
Significant points and lessons
The folowing lessons could be drawn from the responses of the disciples to the call of Christ.
1. Discipleship requires prompt response.
2. Discipleship requires self-denial and abondonment of earthly glory.
3. Discipleship requires humility and selfless service.
4. Any person could be called, rich or poor. Willingness to serve is more important than position.
5. The repentance of sinners is paramount in the ministry of Jesus.
REFERENCE TEXTS:

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WEEK: 7
TOPIC: CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP
CONTENT:
(C). ATTITUDE OF CHRISTIANS TODAY TO GOD’S CALL. NOTE EXAMPLES OF PEOPLE THAT LEFT THEIR
PLUMP JOBS TO ANSWER GOD’S CALL E.G. DR. W. F KUMUYI ETC.
(D) FACTOR THAT MILITATE AGAINST DISCIPLESHIP: MATT. 8: 18-22; LK. 9: 57-63; 14: 25-33
SUB TOPIC C: ATTITUDE OF CHRISTIANS TODAY TO GOD’S CALL.

Note examples of people that left their plump jobs to answer God’s call e.g. Dr. W. F Kumuyi etc.
The call to God’s service today is a great priviledge to those who answer the call promptly and follow
the injunctions of God their creator and caller. Some christians today answered positively to God’s call.
Examples of such people include:
Pastor (Dr.) W.F. Kumuyi, a man who aboandoned his job as a University Lecturer and embraced the call
of God. He is the General Supretendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry Worldwide.
Pastor & Mrs E.O. Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, also former Mathematics Lecturer
in University of Lagos. Also responded to the call of God.
Mother Theresa of Kolkata founded the Missionaries of Charity, an order of nuns, to help those who are
starving and sick. Centered in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), India, one of the most densely populated cities
in the world, the organization also helps impoverished children. After four decades of service to the poor,
Mother Teresa stepped down from her role as administrator of the order in 1990. She was awarded the
Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.
Mother Teresa
Other christians who answered positively to the call of God are, Bishop Oyedepo of Living Faith
(Winners Chapel), Bishop Kukah of the Catholic Church, etc.
EVALUATION:
Write briefly the biography of the following people that answer God’s call:
a. Dr. W. F Kumuyi b. Pastor E. O. Adeboye
SUB TOPIC D: FACTOR THAT MILITATE AGAINST DISCIPLESHIP OR DEMANDS OF DISCIPLESHIP. MATT. 8:
18-22; LK. 9: 57-63; 14: 25-33
Discipleship is about two things. The first is to be a true believer in Jesus. The second is to be a
devoted follower of Jesus. Jesus taught the disciples about the demands of discipleship.
The factors that miltate agaist discipleship and it demands is also referred to as the cost of True
Discipleship.
The demands are:
1. Insecurity in discipleship: (Matt 8; 19-20, LK 9: 57-58): Jesus taught that one of the demands of
discipleship is that there is no security attached to it. There is no personal gain or comfort because
it is full of dangers and many risks. This teaching on lack of security in discipleship comes out in
Jesus’ meeting with scribe. He told Jesus that he wanted to follow him. Jesus said “foxes have
holes, and the birds of the air have nests, but the son of man has nowhere to lay his head”
2. God first in discipleship: (LK 9: 59-60): Jesus taught that another demand of discipleship is that the
disciple should give the first place to God where a choice has to be made between service to God
and to the family. This teaching of Jesus comes out in the story where Jesus asked a young man to
follow him. The young man begged that he should first be allowed to go home and bury his father
but Jesus said to him: “Leave the dead to bury their own dead; but as for you go and proclaim the
kingdom of God”.
3. Total commitment in discipleship: (LK 9 :61-62): Another demands of discipleship is total

commitment, that is absolute loyalty and not a divided loyalty. The disciple must remain focused
and avoid any form of distraction. We can see the example in the encounter of Jesus with
someone who told Jesus that he wanted to follow him as his disciple. But first he wanted to go and
bid farewell to those at home. Jesus told him “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks
back is fit for the kingdom of God”.
4. Sacrificing the interest of family and self to discipleship: (LK 14: 26): Jesus said one must be ready
to sacrifice the interest of his family and of himself for God. He made this clear when he said: “ If
any one comes after me and does not hate is own father or mother and wife and children and
brothers and sisters, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple.”
5. Self denial in discipleship: (LK 14:27): Jesus taught that to become his disciples one should deny
himself and take his cross daily and follow him. “If any man comes after me, let him deny himself
and take up his cross daily and follow me”.
6. Counting the cost in discipleship: (LK 14: 28-32): Jesus taught that since discipleship is a difficult
and dangerous work, one should not rush into it. One should sit down and carefully count the cost
involved. Is one ready to endure pain, humiliation, disgrace, and sacrifice family interest for the
work of God?
Jesus went on to use analogies about the cost of discipleship. The first analogy was that of a man
who wanted to build a tower and the second was a king who wanted go to war. They both have to
sit down and count the cost to find out if they had enough resources to accomplish their projects.
Jesus warned that whoever refused to takeup his cross and follow Him was not worth of His
calling.
EVALUATION:
List and explain briefly the demands of true discipleship.
GENERAL EVALUTION:
OBJECTIVE TEST:
1. Jesus chose His first four disciples from .............
A. farming. B. trading. C. law. D. fishing.
2. The first disciples chosen by Jesus were Peter and his brother called.........
A. Andrew. B. John. C. Judas. D. Simon.
3. Jesus called the tax collector whose name is Levi, sitting in the tax office,
whose other’s name is ............. A. Andrew. B. Bartholomew. C. James. D. Matthew.
4. ‘’For I came not to call the righteous but sinners’’ This statement was made by
Jesus at the call of ............. A. James. B. Judas. C. Matthew. D. Simon.
5. Jesus said to him, ‘’Follow me and let the dead bury their own dead’’. This means that Jesus A.
opposed the burial of the dead. B. was acting as a fanatic. C. regarded as dead, anybody who
rejected Him. D. placed more emphasis on His calling the dead.
6. Jesus’ reply to the disciple who said ‘I will follow you, but let me first say farewell to those at my home’
was (SSCE June 1998 Obj. Que. 16)
A. Foxes have holes and birds of the air have nests’ B. ‘No one who puts his hand to the plough and looks
back is fit for the kingdom of God’ C. ‘Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be
my disciple’. D. ‘Leave the dead to bury their own dead’.
ESSAY TEST:
1a. Who is a disciple?
b. State three reasons why Jesus needed disciples.
2. Give Matthew’s account of the call of the first disciples.
3. What differences exist among Matthew, Mark and Luke’s accounts of the call
of the first four disciples?
4. Enumerate the demands of discipleship.
5. Three men who had good interest in becoming disciples were rejected by Jesus.
Give the reasons why they were rejected.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT
REFERENCE TEXTS:

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WEEK: 8
THEME 3: MISSION OF THE DISCIPLES
TOPIC: : MISSION OF THE DISCIPLES:

CONTENT:
(A) MISSION OF THE TWELVE: MATT. 10:1-15; MK. 6; 7- 13.
(B) MISSION OF THE SEVENTY: LK. 10: 1-20.
(C) DIFFERENCES IN THE SYNOPTIC ACCOUNTS OF THE MISSION OF THE TWELVE:
MATTHEW HAD THE JEWISH AUDIENCE IN MIND; LUKE HAS A MORE UNIVERSAL
OUTLOOK
SUB TOPIC A. MISSION OF THE TWELVE: MATT. 10:1-15; MK. 6; 7- 13.

The mission of the disciples was part of Jesus’ preparation of His followers for full evangelical
activities. They had worked with Him for some time, and at this stage, He sent them out on their own for
brief practice,as part of the training for the ministerial task ahead.
After Jesus had taught His disciples both privately and publicly, He decided to send them out to
practicalise what they had learnt. The followings were the instructions given to the twelve disciples:
1. They were charged to preach that the kingdom of God is at hand.
2. They were given authority to heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the leper and cast out unclean
spirits.
3. They were directed to go only to the lost sheep of Israel and not the Gentiles or Samaritans. They were
grouped two by two.
4. They were instructed to take no money, no belts, no bag, no staff, no two tunics, no scandals, no bread
or food, for a labourer deserves food. Note instructions given.
5. They received healing powers freely, therefore they should give without payment.
6. They should saluate every house with peace. If the house is worthy, their peace would abide with it,
but if unworthy their peace would return to them.
7. If any body or town would not recieve them or their words, they should shake off the dust of the place
from their scandals and go, as they leave the house or town, this will stand in jugdment against such
people.
EVALUATION:
Discuss the instructions given to the twelve apostles before they were sent out on their mission by Jesus.
SUB TOPIC B: MISSION OF THE SEVENTY: LK. 10: 1-20.

The instructions given to the seventy were similar to those of the twelve sent earlier. Jesus sent the
seventy ahead of him, they were sent two by two into every town and place He Himself was about to
come.
Note instruction given

1. They were not to carry purse, bag and scandals
2. They were not to salute anyone on the road.
3. Whatever house they enter, they should first say ‘’Peace be to this house’’. “And if the son of peace is
there your peace shall rest upon him, but if not, it shall return to you.’’
4. They are to remain in the same house, eating and drinking what they provide, for a labourer deserves
his wages.
5. When they enter a town and they receive them, they are to heal the sick in it and preach to them that
‘’the kingdom of God has come near.’’
6. If they are not received, they should go into the streets and say, even the dust of your town that cling
to our feet, we wipe off against you. the punishment of such people on the day of judgment, would be
more serious than those of the idolatrous cities of Tyre and Sidon who would have repented if they had
such opportunities abused by the Jews.
EVALUATION:
1. What instruction was given in the ‘’mission of the seventy’’ by Jesus.
SUB TOPIC C: DIFFERENCES IN THE SYNOPTIC ACCOUNTS OF THE MISSION OF THE TWELVE:
1. Matthew had the Jewish audience in mind; Luke has a more universal outlook. Matthew alone records
that Jesus instructed His diciples to go no where among the Gentiles and not to enter any house of the
Samaritans, but to go to the lost house of Israel. Mark and Luke were silent on this.
2. Matthew made mention of Gomorrah, while Luke and Mark were silence about it.
3. Mark alone records that the disciples were sent out in twos. Luke and Matthew did not point this out.
4. Matthew’s account does not allow staff and scandals, whereas Mark allows them.
5. Only Matthew stated that the disciples would be persecuted for the sake of the gospel.
6. Only Matthew mentioned the names of the disciples, who were sent on the mission. Mark and Luke
were silent on this.
GENERAL EVALUATION:
ESSAY TEST:
1. State any five differences wich are observable in the accounts of matthew and Luke.
2. Discuss St. Matthew’s account of the mission of the twelve and state four lessons that the present-day
evangelists should learn from the account.
3. Why was it important for Jesus to send out the twelve apostles on a mission.
4. With special reference to St. Matthew’s gospel, what directives were given to them for effective
completion of the mission?
5. Compare and contrast the accounts of the mission of the twelve and of the seventy as reported by
Luke.
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WEEK: 9
TOPIC: MISSION OF THE DISCIPLES:
CONTENT:
(D) ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE TWELVE AND SEVENTY DISCIPLES
(E) DIFFERENCES AND SIMILARITIES IN THE MISSION OF THE TWELVE AND THE SEVENTY
DISCIPLES; AND SIGNIFICANCES OF EACH MISSION.
SUB-TOPIC 1: (I) ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE TWELVE AND SEVENTY DISCIPLES
Mark recorded that the disciples made tremendous achievements. They were able to cast out
demons, and anointed with oil sick people and healed them.
The seventy returned with joy, recounting how they were able to cast out demons n the name of
Jesus; how demons obeyed them, hearing the name – Jesus. Jesus was thrilled and even conferred on
them more powers, especially over serpents, scorpions and even Satan himself.
However, Jesus admonished them not to rejoice as a result of the success of their mission, especially their
triumph over the demons, but because their names had been written in the book of life in heaven.
EVALUATION:
Account for the success or failure of the mission of the twelve and seventy disciples.
SUB-TOPIC 2: DIFFERENCES AND SIMILARITIES IN THE MISSION OF THE TWELVE AND THE SEVENTY
DISCIPLES; AND SIGNIFICANCES OF EACH MISSION.
SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES
1. All the synoptic gospels gave accounts of 1. Only Luke gave an account of the mission of
the twelve apostles (Matt. 10:1-15, Mk. 6:7- the seventy (Luke 10:1-24).
13; Lk. 9:1-6).
2. Jesus told the disciples in all the gospels to 2. The two missions were important, but the
go and preach, to heal and make disciples. mission of the twelve. In His orders to the
seventy, the disciples were charged not to
greet anybody on the way.
3. The instructions Jesus gave them was 3. There were slight differences when others
similar. are compared with Mark’s account.
4. The two missions closed with rebuke 4. However, in the mission of the seventy,
of those who refused to welcome and Luke went into detail. He mentioned some
accept the disciples and their message. major cities and the punishments awaiting
Jesus rebuked them also for their unbelief them. He also concluded by telling His
disciples that they were blessed for what they
had seen and heard.
LESSONS TO LEARN FROM THE TWO MISSION AND SIGNIFICANCE

1. Jesus’ charge against taking money, two tunics, bags and saluting people on their way meant that the
mission was urgent, hence, unnecessary luxuries should be avioded.
2. Jesus’ warning that he was sending the disciples out as lambs in the midst of wolves meant that they
were bound to face persecution and stiff challenges in their ministry.
3. Jesus’ decision to send out the seventy on the same mission he had earlier sent the twelve points to
the importance of the assignment.
4. Sending them out was a way of exposing them to what they would do after his death, hence, Jesus
needed to assess their ability before hand.
5. Just like Jesus sent out His apostles and disciples, He, today can also send us on assignment.
6. Whatever success we achieve in our task of spreading the gospel, credit goes to God not us.
EVALUATION:
1. Discuss the differences that exist in the accounts of Matthew, Mark and Luke about the mission of the
twelve and seventy.
2. Find out the reason why Jesus gave the instruction to the seventy disciples while they should not greet
anyone on the way.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT:
OBJECTIVES TEST:
1. In Matthew’s account of the Mission of the twelve, Jesus insructed his disciples to restrict their work to
the................... A. Gentile converts. B. Samaritans and Jews. C. Gentiles and Samaritans D. lost sheep of
the house of Israel.
2. According to Luke, Jesus wept over the city of Jerusalem because......... A. He knew that He would be
crucified in Jerusalem. B. He recalled the destruction of Jerusalem by the Babylonians. C. He
predicted the fate that would befall the city.D. on the day of Jugdment, Jerusalem would be no
more.
Read the next topic on Resurrection of Jesus.
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WEEK: 10
TOPIC: THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS
CONTENT:
(A) JESUS ROSE FROM THE DEATH AFTER THREE DAYS. MATT. 28: 1-10; MK. 16: 1-14;
LUKE 24: 1-35
(B) IMPORTANCE OF THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS TO THE CHRISTIAN FAITH.
1 COR. 15: 3-8, 12-20.
SUB TOPIC A: JESUS ROSE FROM THE DEATH AFTER THREE DAYS. MATT. 28: 1-10; MK. 16: 1-14; LUKE
24: 1-35
To resurrect means to come back to life after death. Jesus’ power over death was confirmed by His
resurrection. The four gospel writers – Matthew, Mark and Luke gave the accounts of Jesus’resrrection.
The Account of Resurrection in Matthew (Matthew 28: 1-8)

The resurrection story of Jesus Christ in St. Matthew’s gospel holds that early in the morning , on
the day after the Sabbath(Sunday), Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of James went to the tomb.
There was a great earthquake, because an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, rolled away the
stone, and sat upon it. The appearance of the angel was lightning and his raiment as white as snow. This
created great fear in the guards.
The angel said to the women ‘Do not be afraid; for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified.
He is not here; for He has risen as He said.’ The angel further invited the women to come and see where
He was laid. The angel finally directed the women to go quickly and tell His disciples that Jesus had risen
from the dead , and to further inform them that Jesus was going before them to Galilee where they would
see Him.
Mark’s Account of the Resurrection (Mark 16: 1-8)

After the Sabbath following the day Jesus was crucified, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of
James and Salome brought spices in order that they might anoint Jesus in tomb. They went to the tomb
during the sunset, on Sunday morning, the first day of the week. They wondered who would help them
roll away the stone covering the tomb of Jesus. On arrival, they found that the large stone had been rolled
away.
On getting to the tomb, the women were amazed to see a young man dressed in a white cloth,
sitting on the right side of the tomb. He told them that Jesus was not there but risen. The angel also
showed them where Jesus was laid and directed them to go and inform His disciples and Peter that they
would see Jesus in Galilee, as He had earlier told them.
Luke’s Account of the Resurrection (Luke 24: 1-11)

On the first day of the week, the women who followed Jesus from Galilee took the spices which they
had prepared and went to the tomb of Jesus in order to anoint His body. However, on getting to the
tomb, they found thestone rolled away and nothing in the tomb.
While the women were afraid by what they saw, two men stood in dazzling apparel. As the women
were frightened, and bowed their faces to the ground, the spoke to them saying, ‘Why do you seek the
living among the dead?’The men reminded them of the Jesus’earlier revelation about His crucifixion and
resurrection. The women remembered His words, and as they came back , they told what had happened
to the eleven apostles and to the others. The women who went to the tomb and brought the the news of
the resurrection were Mary Magdalene, Joana, Mary the mother of James and others. The apostles
received the news of resurrection of Jesus , as presented by the women, with doubt.
SUB TOPIC B: THE IMPORTANCE OF THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS TO THE CHRISTIAN FAITH. 1 COR. 15:
3-8, 12-20.
1. Christ resurrection is the basis of Christian faith. If there was no resurrection, there would not be any
Christianity.
2. The resurrection of Christ teaches christians that there is life after death.
3. The resurrection shows Jesus as the Saviour of the world.
4. Jesus’resurrection made the disciples to be courageous and bold in the spreading of the gospel.
5. It provides hope for christians about eternal life – a hope that the Lord we are serving is alive.
6. By His resurrection, Jesus won a victory over death.
7. We can now believe all He had taught because it has been fully known that His words actually came
from God, He is truly God.
8. His resurrection saved the faith of the christians.
9. Christ arose and ascended to glory. The same glory awaits Christians since Christ as the second Adam is
a life-giving Spirit.
EVALUATION:
1. What is the importance of Christ resurrection to the christian faith.
2. What are the significances of the resurrection to Christians?
(Nov. 1989 SSCE Que. 4b)
GENERAL EVALUATION:
1. Narrate the story of the resurrection and the appearance of Jesus to the women disciples. (Nov. 1989
SSCE Que. 4a)
2. What are the significances of the resurrection to Christians? (Nov. 1989 SSCE Que. 4b)
3. What is the importance of Christ resurrection to the christian faith.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT:
OBJECTIVE TEST:
1. The resurrection of Jesus took place on what the day of the week?
A. First. B. Second. C. Third. D. Third.
2. The disciple who doubted the resurrection of Jesus from dead is ------
(A) Andrew (B) James (C) John (D) Thomas.
3. After the resurrection, Jesus ascended to heaven after ......... days of his appearances on earth. A. 20
B. 30 C. 40 D. 50
4. Matthew’s Gospel says that after the resurrection, Jesus appeared to ........A. the women disciples’
B.The eleven disciples’ C. Peter and John D. James and John.
5. According to Matthew’s Gospel, the women disciples who went to the tomb were informed by-------
that Jesus had risen from the dead. A. an angel B. two angels C. two men in shining apparel D. two
messengers
ESSAY TEST:
1. Describe the accounts of the resurrection in the synoptic gospels.
2. Explain the significance of the resurrection to the Christian faith.
3. Narrate the story of the resurrection of Jesus to the women in the Gospel of Matthew.
4. How does Paul prove that the resurrection is an historical fact?
5. a. Summarize Jesus’ teaching about Himself as the Resurrection and the Life.
b. Give three assurances Christians have in Christ as the Resurrection and the Life
Read the resurrection accounts of John Gospel. How is it different from that of the synoptic gospels.
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WEEK: 11
THEME 5: FELLOWSHIP IN THE EARLY CHURCH
TOPIC: COMMUNAL LIVING IN THE EARLY CHURCH:
CONTENT:
(A) ELECTION OF THE SUCCESSOR TO JUDAS ISCARIOT, ACT 1: 15-26
(B) CHARACTERISTICS OF THE EARLY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY ACT 2: 41-47; 4: 32-37
(C) THE PROBLEMS OF EARLY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY ACT 5: 1-11; 6: 1
(D) SOLUTIONS TO THE PROBLEM OF THE EARLY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY ACTS 6: 2-6.
SUB-TOPIC 1: ELECTION OF THE SUCCESSOR TO JUDAS ISCARIOT, ACT 1: 15-26

In obedience to the Jesus’ injunction to his disciples to stay together in Jerusalem, they all
returned to Jerusalem where they went into a house, staying together as a community. One of their
earliest actions was the replacement of Judas Iscariot, who had long committed suicide following his
betrayal of Jesus. To this end, Barnabas and matthias were selected, but after several rounds of prayer,
they cast lots and finally, Matthias was chosen to replace Judas iscariot.
EVALUATION:
SUB-TOPIC 2: CHARACTERISTICS OF THE EARLY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY. ACT 2: 41-47; 4: 32-37
At the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven, the number of the disciples including women was about one
hundred and twenty (120). After Peter’s speech on the day of Pentecost about three thousand souls were
baptized and added to the Church. Also after the prayer of Peter and John for the crippled man at the
beautiful gate who got healed during the hour of prayer, about five thousand men were converted and
added to the church.
The converts all stayed in Jerusalem with the disciples. They formed the early Church. There was a sense
of togetherness and belonging among members of the early Church. They were of one heart and one
mind, they did everything in common.
The Characteristics of the early Church can be summarized as follows:
1. They devoted themselves to the Apostles’ teaching and fellowship.
2. They lived communal life; they had everything common.
3. They broke Bread together. This means they took Holy Communion together.
4. The rich and others sold their properties and possessions and brought all the money to the apostles’
feet.
5. They worshipped in the temple daily.
6. They distributed food and clothing to all the members, as any had need.
7. They prayed Together.
8. They were always praising God.
9. They ate food with glad and generous hearts.
10. Everybody worked for the good of others in order to build a strong Church .
EVALUATION:
1. Describe the communal living that exist in the early church. (WASCE Nov/Dec.2005 Que. 8a )
2. Mention four forms of togetherness seen in the life of members of the early church.
3. What five lessons can be learnt from the living of the early church? (WASCE Nov/Dec.2005 Que. 8b )
SUB-TOPIC 3: THE PROBLEMS OF EARLY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY. ACT 5: 1-11; 6: 1

Like any other organization of human beings, the joy and communal living among the brethren gave
way to human weaknesses and problems. In the early church dishonesty and discrimination came in to
destroyed the spirit of fellowship but was quickly stopped by the apostles.
1. FRAUD/DISHONESTY OF ANANIAS AND SAPPHIRA
Fraud is a form of cheating or stealing that results from dishonesty. It is a way of denying others their
share from the Church, State or Nation through deceit and corruption. In our present day ,people in
churches and society engage in widespread fraud to enrich themselves. Some people who collect tithes
for the Church or taxes for the Nation, keep part of the money collected for their personal use. Such acts
are fraudulent. Just as fraud (corruption) is today, so it was in the early Church.
Some members of the early Church were not honest. Ananias and Sapphira were bad people. The two
agreed to sell their property and bring the money to a common fund but after they had sold the property,
they surrendered part of the money and kept back the rest for their own use. The husband came first and
lied to Peter that he had brought the entire money. Peter made it known to him that he had told a lie not
to him but to the Holy Spirit. Immediately Ananias fell down and died. Some people came in, carried him
away and buried him.
After a while his wife Sapphira came in and also lied that she and her husband had brought the entire
amount. Immediately, she also fell down and died and was buried beside her husband. A great fear came
upon all the members of the early Church.
LESSONS TO BE DRAWN FROM THE INCIDENT
1. Ananias and Sapphira were misguided into thinking that they could serve both God and Mammon
(money and riches).
2. One can deceive a fellow man but cannot deceive God who reads the heart of man.
3. The Church was establised by God and controlled by the Holy Spirit. Members must work in
accordance with the guidelines set up by the Holy Spirit.
4. God’s judgment is certain.
5. God punishes sin of disobedience.
6. We should give with sincerity/honesty.
EVALUATION:
1. What is Fraud?
2. Trace the circumstances that led to the death of Ananias and Sapphira (May/June 2004 WASSCE
Q. 8a)
3. Indicate five lessons that could be drawn from the incident of Ananias and Sapphira (May/June
2004 WASSCE Que. 8a)
DISCRIMINATION AND MURMURING IN THE EARLY CHURCH
To murmur is to grumble, to show discontentment. It is also to whisper in low tones to express

displeasure; especially when a group of people realize that things are not being done the right way or
they are being discriminated against.
There was discrimination among members of the early church. This came about during the distribution of
food and other things. The Jews who were from Jerusalem and Palestine (Hebrews) were given special
treatment while the Jews born outside Jerusalem and Palestine ( Grecian Jews or Hellenites) especially the
widows, were treated differently. They were discriminated against and were not given the food and other
things they requested for. As a result, the Grecian Jews murmured and complained bitterly.
EVALUATION:
1. What is murmuring?
2. Distinguish between the Hebrews and Hellenites.
3. There was --------- among the members of the early church and this was
glaring among the widows of the Grecians Jews.
SUB-TOPIC 4: SOLUTIONS TO THE PROBLEM OF THE EARLY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY ACTS 6: 2-6.
1. The problem of dishonesty and hypocrisy was solved by the death of the couple involved (Ananias and
Sapphira) the same day. Fear gripped the other disciples and they all served God with singleness of heart.
2. SELECTION OF DEACONS
In order to solve the discrimination and partiality problem in the distribution of food and other items
among the early Christians, the apostles discussed the matter. Peter made it known, that they (apostles)
cannot leave the work of preaching and ministering the word of God to serve tables and supervise the
distribution of food and other things. He suggested that they should choose seven men who will become
deacons to supervise the distribution of food and other things, and ensure that nobody was discriminated
against.
Peter stated the qualities expected of the seven deacons. These qualities are listed below:
1. They should be men of good repute, i.e. men of good character.

2. They should be men of wisdom and understanding.
3. They should be men filled with the Holy Spirit.
The following men that fit into the criteria were chosen by the early Church as deacons:
Stephen, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas and Nicolas. Due to the selection of the seven
deacons, the discrimination and the grumbling in the church stopped as there was now equitable
distribution of food and other things.
EVALUATION:
1. What step was taken to solve the problem of discrimination in the early church?
2. What problem brought about the appoinment of the deacons in the early church? (June 1998 SSCE
que. 6a)
3. Mention the names of the seven deacons.
Some Social Problems Facing the The Church Today:
1. The issue of women ordination.
2. So many pastors take the work of God as part time duty.
3. Local traditions are clashing with christian values and ethics.
4. Stealing of church funds.
5. The urge to get rich overnight by pastors.
6. Proliferation of churches.
7. The legitimacy or otherwise of polygamy.
8. Lack of unity among members.
9. Differences in doctrines. Others preach doctrines that lead people astray.
10. There are some pastors that live immoral life unworthy of emulation.
EVALUATION:
Mention five social problems facing the church today. (JUNE 1998 SSCE Q. 6B)
GENERAL EVALUATION:
1. What social problems brought about the appointment of deacons in the early church?
2. How did the apostles solve the problem of favouritism in the early church?
3. Why was it neccessary to elect a successor to Judas?
4. What are the major characteristics and features of the early church?
5. Compare and contrast the social problems of the early church and the social problems of the church
today.
WEEKEND ASSIGNMENT:
OBJECTIVE TEST:
1. The man who succeeded Judas as an apostle was ........A. Peter. B. Barnabas C. Philip. D. Matthias.
2. The first problem that crept into the early church was ............ A. the dishonesty and death of Ananias
and Sapphira. B. the problem of favoritism. C. the problem of food. D. the persecution of the apostles.
3. The seven deacons of the early church had the primary role of........ A. baptizing. B. preaching.
C. healing. D. daily distribution.
4. The couple who died for lying to the Holy Spirit was............ A. Joseph and Mary. B. Ahab and
Jezebel. C. Ananias and Sapphira. D. Elkanah and Penninah.
5. The man noted for his generosity in the early church was..A. Simon. B. Peter. C. Stephen. D. Barnabas.
ESSAY TEST:
1. Describe the communal living that exist in the early church. (WASCE Nov/Dec.2005 Q. 8a )
2. Mention four forms of togetherness seen in the life of members of the early church.
3. What five lessons can be learnt from the living of the early church? (WASCE Nov/Dec.2005 Q. 8b )
4. What problem brought about the appoinment of the deacons in the early church? (June 1998 SSCE Q.
6a)
5. Mention the names of the seven deacons.
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WEEK 13. EXAMINATION.

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SUBJECT: CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS STUDIES CLASS: S S 3 FIRST TERM

SUBJECT: CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS STUDIES

THEME 1: BAPTISM AND TEMPTATION

TOPIC: THE BAPTISM OF JESUS

SUB TOPIC 1: MEANING OF BAPTISM

SUB TOPIC 2: The purpose of Jesus’ baptism

TOPIC: : BAPTISM OF JESUS

(D) SIGNIFICANCE OF JESUS BAPTISM.

ST. MARK ST. MATTHEW ST. LUKE

SUB TOPIC 4: SIGNIFICANCE OF JESUS BAPTISM.

TOPIC: THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS

MATTHEW ‘S ACCOUNT OF THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS MATT. 4: 1-11.

Lukan’s Account of The Temptation

1. CRS for SS2 by L.O Udokporo et al; by Melrose Publishers.

TOPIC: THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS:

SUB TOPIC C: I. TEMPTATIONS IN THE WORLD TODAY

SUB TOPIC D: MEANS JESUS USED TO OVERCOME THE THREE TEMPTATIONS.

1. CRS for SS2 by L.O Udokporo et al; by Melrose Publishers.

THEME 2: CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP

TOPIC: CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP

1. CRS for SS2 by L.O Udokporo et al; by Melrose Publishers.

THEME 2: CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP

TOPIC: CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP

SUB TOPIC C: ATTITUDE OF CHRISTIANS TODAY TO GOD’S CALL.

3. Total commitment in discipleship: (LK 9 :61-62): Another demands of discipleship is total

1. CRS for SS2 by L.O Udokporo et al; by Melrose Publishers.

THEME 3: MISSION OF THE DISCIPLES

TOPIC: : MISSION OF THE DISCIPLES:

SUB TOPIC A. MISSION OF THE TWELVE: MATT. 10:1-15; MK. 6; 7- 13.

SUB TOPIC B: MISSION OF THE SEVENTY: LK. 10: 1-20.

Note instruction given

1. CRS for SS2 by L.O Udokporo et al; by Melrose Publishers.

TOPIC: MISSION OF THE DISCIPLES:

SUB-TOPIC 1: (I) ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE TWELVE AND SEVENTY DISCIPLES

LESSONS TO LEARN FROM THE TWO MISSION AND SIGNIFICANCE

1. CRS for SS2 by L.O Udokporo et al; by Melrose Publishers.

TOPIC: THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS

The Account of Resurrection in Matthew (Matthew 28: 1-8)

Mark’s Account of the Resurrection (Mark 16: 1-8)

Luke’s Account of the Resurrection (Luke 24: 1-11)

1. CRS for SS2 by L.O Udokporo et al; by Melrose Publishers.

THEME 5: FELLOWSHIP IN THE EARLY CHURCH

TOPIC: COMMUNAL LIVING IN THE EARLY CHURCH:

SUB-TOPIC 1: ELECTION OF THE SUCCESSOR TO JUDAS ISCARIOT, ACT 1: 15-26

The Characteristics of the early Church can be summarized as follows:

1. They devoted themselves to the Apostles’ teaching and fellowship.

2. They lived communal life; they had everything common.

5. They worshipped in the temple daily.

7. They prayed Together.

8. They were always praising God.

9. They ate food with glad and generous hearts.

SUB-TOPIC 3: THE PROBLEMS OF EARLY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY. ACT 5: 1-11; 6: 1

1. FRAUD/DISHONESTY OF ANANIAS AND SAPPHIRA

LESSONS TO BE DRAWN FROM THE INCIDENT

DISCRIMINATION AND MURMURING IN THE EARLY CHURCH

To murmur is to grumble, to show discontentment. It is also to whisper in low tones to express

1. They should be men of good repute, i.e. men of good character.

Some Social Problems Facing the The Church Today:

1. The issue of women ordination.

2. So many pastors take the work of God as part time duty.