Obedience to God and Biblical Examples for Primary 1

Class: Primary One
Term: Third Term
Week: 8
Age: Approximately 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Jesus Our Saviour, Brother and Friend
Focal competence: Obeying God and constituted authority
Key competencies/values: Information Literacy; Responsibility
Skills:

• Explaining the meaning of obedience to God
• Identifying instances of obedience to God in the Bible

Previous Lesson: Qualities and reasons for Christian love
Topic: Jesus Wants Us To Obey And Keep God’S Commandments
Subject Matter: Meaning, Bible instances of obedience to God

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• explain the meaning of obedience to God;
• state an instance of obedience to God in the Bible.

Affective Domain

• appreciate the importance of obeying God’s commandments;
• show willingness to obey God’s instructions.

Psychomotor Domain

• recite the memory verse;
• identify obedient actions in Bible stories.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Christian Religious Studies for Primary 1, Pupil’s Book
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Holy Bible
• Pictures of Bible examples of obedience (e.g., Noah building the ark, Abraham leaving his home)
• Chart of the Ten Commandments

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important because it teaches pupils the fundamental Christian value of obedience to God. Understanding and practicing obedience helps children develop a strong moral character and a good relationship with God. It also lays a foundation for respecting rules and authority in their daily lives.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have learned about God as their Creator and some simple Bible stories.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Jesus Wants Us To Obey And Keep God’S Commandments

Meaning of Obedience to God

Obedience to God means listening to what God tells us to do and doing it. It means doing what is right and following His rules.

Meaning of God’s Commandments

God’s commandments are like special rules or instructions that God gives us. He gives them to us to show us how to live happily and please Him. An example is the Ten Commandments.

Why God Gives Commandments

God gives us commandments because:

1. He loves us and wants the best for us.
2. His rules help us to live a good and safe life.
3. They teach us how to love God and how to love our neighbours.
4. Obeying His rules makes Him happy.

Ways Children Can Obey God’s Instructions

Children can obey God by:

1. Obeying their parents and teachers.
2. Sharing their toys and food with others.
3. Telling the truth always.
4. Helping others when they can.
5. Praying to God and reading the Bible.
6. Loving their friends and family.

Bible Examples of Obedience to God

Many people in the Bible obeyed God. Here are some examples:

1. Noah: God told Noah to build a big ark (boat) because a flood was coming. Noah obeyed God and built the ark exactly as God commanded, even though it was a very big job and people made fun of him.
2. Abraham: God told Abraham to leave his home and go to a new land that He would show him. Abraham obeyed God and went, even though he did not know where he was going.
3. Jesus: Even when Jesus was a child, He obeyed His parents, Mary and Joseph. He also always obeyed God, His Father in heaven.

Memory Verse

John 14:15: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”

Bible Reading

Deuteronomy 5:1-22 (The Ten Commandments)

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Explanation, Question and Answer, Storytelling, Demonstration.

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Engaging/Questioning

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them if they know what it means to obey. The teacher then asks for examples of how they obey their parents or teachers at home and in school.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s greetings and share examples of obedience.

Learning Point: Concept of obedience

Step 2: Meaning of Obedience and Commandment

Time: 8 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the meaning of obedience to God in simple terms, using examples relevant to children. The teacher also explains what God’s commandments are, showing the chart of the Ten Commandments as an example of God’s rules.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively, ask questions, and repeat the definitions.

Learning Point: Meaning of obedience and commandments

Step 3: Why God Gives Commandments

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Reasoning

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains why God gives us commandments, emphasizing that God loves us and wants us to live good lives. The teacher uses simple examples like traffic rules keeping people safe.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and contribute simple ideas on why rules are important.

Learning Point: Reasons for God’s commandments

Step 4: Ways Children Can Obey God’s Instructions

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Practical Application

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses practical ways children can obey God’s instructions in their daily lives, such as obeying parents, sharing, and telling the truth. The teacher encourages pupils to share their own ideas.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share ideas and discuss how they can obey God daily.

Learning Point: Practical obedience for children

Step 5: Bible Instances of Obedience (Teacher Reads)

Time: 6 minutes

Teaching Skill: Storytelling/Reading

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reads selected Bible examples of obedience, such as Noah building the ark (Genesis 6:22) and Abraham leaving his country (Genesis 12:1-4). The teacher shows pictures related to the stories.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the Bible stories and look at the pictures.

Learning Point: Bible examples of obedience

Step 6: Pupils Identify Obedient Actions

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Identification

Teacher’s Activity: After reading each story, the teacher asks pupils to identify the obedient action taken by Noah or Abraham. The teacher guides them to understand how these actions showed obedience to God.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify the obedient actions in the stories.

Learning Point: Identifying obedient actions

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. What does it mean to obey God?
2. Can you name one person from the Bible who obeyed God?
3. Give one way you can obey God at home.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Understanding obedience and examples

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to copy the essential Board Summary notes, particularly the meaning of obedience and a Bible example, into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Recording lesson key points

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reminds pupils that Jesus wants them to obey God and keep His commandments because it shows their love for Him and leads to a blessed life. The teacher leads the class in reciting the memory verse once more.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and recite the memory verse.

Learning Point: Reinforcing lesson on obedience

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Answer the following questions in your notebook:

1. Write down the memory verse: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”
2. Draw a picture of Noah building the ark.
3. List two ways you will obey God this week.

Lesson Keywords

• Obedience – Doing what you are told or what is right.
• Commandments – Rules or instructions given by God.
• Bible – God’s holy book.
• Ark – A large boat built by Noah.

Differentiation

For weaker learners: Provide simpler explanations and focus on one main Bible example. Allow them to draw instead of write answers. Use more visual aids like flashcards with key terms and pictures.

For faster learners: Encourage them to identify more Bible examples of obedience or to explain in their own words why obedience is important. They can also help weaker learners with simple tasks.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For a general understanding of obedience:

YouTube search: obedience to God for kids primary 1

For Bible stories of obedience:

YouTube search: Noah’s Ark story for kids

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, ensure you have your Holy Bible, pictures of Noah and Abraham, and a chart of the Ten Commandments ready. Begin by engaging pupils with questions about obedience in their daily lives to connect with their experiences. Clearly explain the meaning of obedience to God and His commandments using simple, age-appropriate language. When introducing Bible examples, tell the stories vividly and use the pictures to help pupils visualize the events. Encourage pupils to actively participate by identifying obedient actions and sharing their own ideas on how to obey God. During the note-taking stage (Step 8), guide pupils to copy only the most essential points from the Board Summary. Constantly check for understanding through questions and provide positive reinforcement. For pupils who struggle, offer extra support by simplifying instructions or providing one-on-one attention. Challenge faster learners with additional questions or by asking them to think of other Bible characters who obeyed God.