God Supplies Our Needs Basic 5 Christian Religious Studies (CRS) Lesson Note

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Explain that God always supplies our needs.
2. Mention the ways God provides our needs.
3. List things God provides for us.

Keywords

• Provision
• Needs
• Supply
• Blessings

Set Induction

Start by asking pupils about their daily needs (e.g., food, clothing, shelter) and how they get these things. Discuss how they feel when their needs are met.

Entry Behavior

Pupils understand basic needs and have experienced receiving them from family and friends.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Bible (Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:31-33)
• Pictures of daily provisions (e.g., food, clothing, school supplies)
• Whiteboard and markers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss how they are provided for by their parents or guardians and relate this to how God also provides for them.

Embedded Core Skills

• Gratitude
• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Reflection

Learning Materials

• Visual aids showing examples of God’s provision (e.g., food, clothes, shelter)

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Bible (Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:31-33)

Instructional Materials

• Bible (Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:31-33)
• Illustrations depicting various provisions

Content

1. God Always Supplies Our Needs:

• God promises to meet our needs according to His riches in glory (Philippians 4:19).
• He knows what we need before we even ask (Matthew 6:8).

2. Ways God Provides Our Needs:

• Direct Provision: God provides directly through miracles or blessings (e.g., manna in the desert).
• Through Others: God uses people to meet our needs (e.g., family, friends, and community).
• Through Work: God provides opportunities and abilities to work and earn a living.

3. Things God Provides for Us:

• Food and Water: Essential for our survival and health.
• Clothing: To keep us warm and protected.
• Shelter: To keep us safe and secure.
• Health: Good health and healing when we are sick.
• Love and Support: Emotional and spiritual support from God and others.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. God promises to meet our needs according to His riches in ______ a) Power b) Wisdom c) Glory d) Wealth 
2. God provides for our needs through ______ a) Money only b) Direct provision, others, and work c) Our own efforts d) Only through our families 
3. Essential items that God provides for us include food, ______ and shelter. a) Toys b) Money c) Clothing d) Games 
4. God uses ______ to meet our needs sometimes. a) Animals b) Trees c) People d) Planets 
5. ______ is essential for our survival and health. a) Entertainment b) Food and Water c) Decoration d) Books