Jesus’ Teachings on Prayer (Contd.) – Basic 2 Christian Religious Studies Lesson Note (First Term)

Learning Objectives

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

1. Discuss the value of constancy in prayer
2. Describe right attitude to prayer
3. Explain the reasons Jesus asked us to pray

Introduction

Today we will learn more about how Jesus wants us to pray. He taught us to pray often and with the right heart.

Lesson Content

Praying All the Time (Constancy in Prayer)

• Jesus wants us to pray every day
• We should not give up praying
• We should keep praying even when we don’t get answers right away
• Like brushing our teeth daily, we should pray daily

Right Attitude for Prayer

1. Be Humble: Don’t be proud when you pray
2. Be Honest: Tell God the truth
3. Be Thankful: Remember to say thank you
4. Be Patient: Wait for God’s answer
5. Be Respectful: Remember God is holy and great

Why Jesus Asked Us to Pray

1. So we can talk to God anytime
2. So we can get help when we need it
3. So we can say thank you to God
4. So we can ask God to help others
5. So we can feel God’s love
6. So we can become better people

Jesus’ Stories About Prayer

• The woman who kept asking the judge for help (she didn’t give up)
• The man who prayed humbly and the proud man (be humble)

Memory Verse

“Pray without stopping.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Activity

Role-play different attitudes in prayer (proud vs. humble).

Multiple Choice Exercise

1. We should pray: a) Only once a week b) Every day c) Only when sick d) Only in church
2. When we pray, we should be: a) Proud and loud b) Humble and honest c) Angry and fast d) Sleepy and quiet
3. If God doesn’t answer our prayer quickly, we should: a) Stop praying b) Get angry c) Keep praying patiently d) Pray louder
4. Jesus asked us to pray so we can: a) Show off b) Make noise c) Talk to God d) Waste time

Answers: 1(b), 2(b), 3(c), 4(c)