The Power of Prayer Basic 2 Christian Religious Studies (CRS) Lesson Note

Learning Objectives

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

1. Define power
2. Identify Bible evidences of the power of prayer
3. Mention people in the Bible that prayed

Introduction

Hello children! Today we will learn about the amazing power of prayer. Just like electricity has power to make lights work, prayer has power to do wonderful things!

Lesson Content

What is Power?

• Power is the ability to do something strong
• Power can make things happen
• Power can change situations
• God has all power, and He listens to our prayers

Bible Evidence of the Power of Prayer

1. Elijah’s Prayer for Rain (1 Kings 18:42-45)
   1. There was no rain for three years
   2. Elijah prayed to God for rain
   3. God sent heavy rain after Elijah prayed
2. Hannah’s Prayer for a Baby (1 Samuel 1:9-20)
   1. Hannah was sad because she had no children
   2. She prayed earnestly to God for a baby
   3. God gave her a son named Samuel
3. Daniel’s Friends in the Fire (Daniel 3:16-28)
   1. Three men were thrown into a hot fire
   2. They prayed to God for help
   3. God protected them and they came out safe
4. Jesus Raises Lazarus (John 11:41-44)
   1. Jesus prayed before raising His dead friend
   2. Lazarus came back to life
   3. This showed the power of prayer

People in the Bible Who Prayed

• Moses – Prayed for the Israelite people
• David – Prayed when he was in trouble
• Elijah – Prayed for miracles to happen
• Daniel – Prayed three times every day
• Jesus – Prayed for strength and guidance
• Paul – Prayed for churches and people
• Peter – Prayed when he was in prison

Memory Verse

“The prayer of a righteous person has great power.” – James 5:16

Activity

Let children share if they have ever prayed for something and God answered their prayer.

Multiple Choice Exercise

1. Power is the ability to: a) Sleep well b) Do something strong c) Eat food d) Play games
2. Who prayed and God sent rain after three years? a) Moses b) David c) Elijah d) Daniel
3. Hannah prayed for: a) Food b) A house c) A baby d) Money
4. Jesus prayed before He: a) Ate food b) Raised Lazarus from death c) Went to sleep d) Played with children

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