The call of Abraham and the purpose of God’s call for Primary 4

Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 5
Age: 9 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Curriculum Theme: God’s plan for us
Focal competence: Serving others with their gifts and talents
Key competencies/values: Communication; ICT and Digital Competencies
Skills:

• narrate the story of the call of Abraham
• give reasons for God’s call

Previous Lesson: Attitudes of children of one Father and the importance of living in peace with all people
Topic: God Calls Us For A Purpose
Subject Matter: The call of Abraham and the purpose of God’s call

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain

• narrate the story of the call of Abraham;
• state at least two reasons for God’s call.

Affective Domain

• appreciate God’s purpose in calling people;
• show willingness to respond to God’s call.

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 4 textbook
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Holy Bible
• Bible map
• Video clips (if available)
• Charts showing Abraham’s journey
• Posters illustrating God’s call

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand that God has a specific plan and purpose for everyone He calls, as demonstrated through the life of Abraham. It encourages them to consider their own potential and how they can serve God and others with their unique gifts and talents. Understanding God’s call provides a foundation for obedience and faith.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils should have basic knowledge of God as the Creator and some simple Bible stories.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

God Calls Us For A Purpose

The Call of Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3)

God called Abraham (then Abram) from his homeland, Ur of the Chaldeans, to a land He would show him. This call was a command and a promise.

Key people and actions in the account:

1. God: The one who called Abraham.
2. Abraham (Abram): The man who was called by God.
3. Command: God told Abraham to leave his country, his people, and his father’s household.
4. Promise: God promised to make Abraham into a great nation, bless him, make his name great, and make him a blessing to all peoples on earth.
5. Obedience: Abraham obeyed God’s call and left with his wife, Sarah, and his nephew, Lot.

Purpose of God’s Call

God calls people for specific reasons, which include:

1. To bless them and make them a blessing to others (Genesis 12:2).
2. To make them His chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, and His special possession (1 Peter 2:9).
3. To declare His praises and show forth His goodness to the world (1 Peter 2:9).
4. To carry out His divine plans and purposes on earth.
5. To lead others to Him and be examples of faith and obedience.

Memory Verse

Genesis 12:2: “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing.”

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Narration, Question and Answer, Explanation, Storytelling, Guided Practice

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Storytelling/Engagement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks if they know what it means to be “called” by someone. The teacher then introduces the idea that God also calls people for special purposes.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and listen attentively.

Learning Point: Introduction to God’s call

Step 2: Narration of Abraham’s Call

Time: 10 minutes

Teaching Skill: Narration/Explanation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher narrates the story of Abraham’s call from Genesis 12:1-3, using a Bible map or pictures to show Ur and the promised land. The teacher highlights God’s command and promises to Abraham.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen carefully to the story and observe the visuals.

Learning Point: Abraham’s call narrative

Step 3: Identifying Key Details

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Identification

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils questions about the story to help them identify key people (God, Abraham), actions (God’s command, Abraham’s obedience), and promises.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer questions, identifying the main points of the story.

Learning Point: Key details of the call

Step 4: Explaining the Purpose of God’s Call

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Explanation/Discussion

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains that God called Abraham for a purpose, not just to move. The teacher discusses the reasons God calls people, referring to the promises made to Abraham and the text from 1 Peter 2:9.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and participate in the discussion about God’s purpose.

Learning Point: Reasons for God’s call

Step 5: Bible Reading and Reinforcement

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reading/Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to read Genesis 12:1-3 and 1 Peter 2:9 from their Bibles. The teacher then reinforces the main points about Abraham’s call and its purpose.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils read the Bible passages and listen to the reinforcement.

Learning Point: Biblical basis of calling

Step 6: Pupils Retell and State Reasons

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice/Recall

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks individual pupils to retell the story of Abraham’s call in their own words and to state some reasons why God calls people.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils retell the story and state reasons for God’s call.

Learning Point: Retelling and stating purpose

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. Who did God call from Ur of the Chaldeans?
2. What did God ask Abraham to do?
3. Mention two promises God made to Abraham.
4. State two reasons why God calls people.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Assessment of understanding

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 on the call of Abraham and the purpose of God’s call into their notebooks.

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

Learning Point: Recording lesson content

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute

Teaching Skill: Consolidation

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reminds pupils that just as God called Abraham for a purpose, He also has a purpose for each of them. The teacher encourages them to be ready to obey God’s call in their lives.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and reflect on the lesson.

Learning Point: Personal application of calling

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Homework

Instruction: Answer the following questions in your notebook:

1. Identify the country Abraham was called from and the country he journeyed to (if mentioned in the story).
2. Write down the memory verse (Genesis 12:2) in your notebook.
3. Think about your own talents. How do you think God might want you to use them to help others?

Lesson Keywords

• Abraham – The patriarch called by God.
• Call – God’s invitation or command for a purpose.
• Purpose – The reason or aim for which something is done.
• Obedience – Following God’s instructions.
• Blessing – God’s favour and good gifts.

Differentiation

For weaker learners, focus on the main sequence of Abraham’s story and one or two simple reasons for God’s call. Use more visual aids and repetition. For faster learners, encourage them to research other biblical figures God called and compare their calls and purposes, or discuss the meaning of “royal priesthood” from 1 Peter 2:9.

Suggested Lesson Videos

For visual reinforcement, search on YouTube for: Abraham’s call story for kids Primary 4 CRS

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Before the lesson, ensure you have your Bible, a map showing Ur and Canaan, and any other visual aids ready. Start by engaging pupils with a simple question about being called. Narrate the story of Abraham clearly and sequentially, pausing to explain key terms and show locations on the map. Guide pupils to identify the specific promises God made to Abraham and connect them to the broader purposes of God’s call for humanity, as seen in 1 Peter 2:9. Encourage active participation during discussions and when pupils retell the story. During the evaluation, ensure questions directly assess their understanding of Abraham’s call and God’s purpose. Pupils should copy the Board Summary notes carefully into their notebooks after the main teaching and evaluation. Provide support to those who struggle with narration or recalling facts, and challenge faster learners with deeper questions about application.