📘 GRADE 7 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION – LESSON NOTE
🔹 TOPIC 1: CALL TO REPENTANCE (DAVID
& NINEVEH)
Objectives
- Evaluate the repentance of David
after his sin
- Evaluate the repentance of the
Ninevites
Keywords
Repentance, Sin,
Forgiveness, Obedience, Prophet, Mercy
Lesson
Note
Repentance means
turning away from sin and returning to God.
- David sinned (adultery with Bathsheba)
but later repented sincerely after Prophet Nathan corrected him. God
forgave him, but he still faced consequences.
- Ninevites repented after Jonah warned them.
They fasted, prayed, and changed their ways. God forgave them and did not
destroy the city.
👉 True repentance involves:
- Admitting wrongdoing
- Feeling sorry
- Changing behaviour
MCQs
- Repentance means
A. Punishment B. Turning away from sin C. Fighting others
D. Praying only - Who corrected David?
A. Moses B. Nathan C. Elijah D. Samuel - The people of Nineveh were warned
by
A. Isaiah B. Jonah C. Peter D. Paul - What did the Ninevites do?
A. Ignored God B. Repented C. Fought Jonah D. Left the city - David’s sin involved
A. Stealing B. Adultery C. Murder only D. Lying - True repentance includes
A. Denial B. Change of behaviour
C. Pride D. Anger - God showed ______ to Nineveh
A. Anger B. Mercy C. Hate D. Silence
Thinking
Questions
- Why is saying “sorry” not enough
without changing behaviour?
- Compare David’s repentance with
that of the Ninevites.
🔹 TOPIC 2: JOHN THE BAPTIST &
CONSEQUENCES OF SIN
Objectives
- Explain John the Baptist’s
teaching on repentance
- Discuss consequences of lack of
repentance
Keywords
Repentance, Baptism,
Judgment, Consequences, Righteousness
Lesson
Note
John the Baptist
preached repentance and baptized people in the River Jordan.
His message:
- Turn away from sin
- Live righteous lives
- Prepare for the coming of the
Messiah
👉 Consequences of not repenting:
- Separation from God
- Punishment
- Loss of blessings
MCQs
- John baptized people in
A. Nile B. Jordan C. Tigris D. Congo - His main message was
A. Wealth B. Repentance C. War D. Travel - Repentance prepares people for
A. Exams B. Messiah C. War D. Kings - Lack of repentance leads to
A. Blessings B. Punishment C. Joy D. Peace - Baptism symbolizes
A. Wealth B. Cleansing C. Power D. Food - John lived a
A. Luxurious life B. Simple life C. Royal life D. Hidden life - Repentance requires
A. Action B. Talking only C. Ignoring D. Pride
Thinking
Questions
- Why do people ignore warnings
about consequences?
- How can a student apply John’s
message today?
🔹 TOPIC 3: CALL TO OBEDIENCE (ABRAHAM)
Objectives
- Discuss Abraham’s call
- Analyse God’s covenant with
Abraham
- Evaluate Abraham’s obedience
Keywords
Obedience, Covenant,
Faith, Sacrifice, Promise
Lesson
Note
- God called Abraham to leave his
home. He obeyed without questioning.
- God made a covenant
(promise) to bless him with many descendants.
- Abraham showed great faith by
agreeing to sacrifice Isaac.
👉 Lessons:
- Obedience requires trust
- Faith may involve sacrifice
MCQs
- Abraham was called by
A. King B. God C. Angel D. Priest - Covenant means
A. War B. Promise C. Punishment D. Gift - Abraham was asked to sacrifice
A. Jacob B. Isaac C. Joseph D. Lot - Abraham showed
A. Fear B. Faith C. Anger D. Pride - God promised Abraham
A. Wealth only B. Many descendants
C. War D. Land only - Obedience means
A. Ignoring B. Following instructions
C. Fighting D. Talking - Abraham lived in
A. Egypt B. Ur C. Rome D. Greece
Thinking
Questions
- Why is obedience sometimes
difficult?
- Would you obey like Abraham?
Explain.
🔹 TOPIC 4: BELIEFS (HINDUISM, BUDDHISM,
SIKHISM)
Objectives
- Relate enlightenment, karma,
dharma, samsara, moksha
Keywords
Karma, Dharma,
Samsara, Moksha, Nirvana
Lesson
Note
·
Enlightenment
This is a state of perfect understanding and wisdom. In Buddhism, it means
seeing the truth about life and being free from suffering.
·
Karma
Karma means actions and their results. Good actions lead to good outcomes,
while bad actions can lead to negative consequences.
·
Dharma
Dharma refers to doing what is right. It means following moral rules and living
a good and responsible life.
·
Samsara
Samsara is the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. People continue in this
cycle because of their actions (karma).
·
Moksha
Moksha means freedom from the cycle of samsara. It is the final goal, where a
person is free from suffering and reaches peace.
👉 These beliefs guide how people live
morally.
MCQs
- Karma means
A. Prayer B. Action and result C. Food D. Worship - Dharma means
A. Duty B. Wealth C. War D. Prayer - Samsara is
A. Heaven B. Rebirth cycle C. Temple D. Law - Moksha means
A. Bondage B. Freedom C. Punishment D. Work - Nirvana is
A. Suffering B. Peace C. War D. Hunger - These beliefs are common in
A. Islam B. Christianity
C. Eastern religions D. Judaism - Karma teaches
A. No consequence B. Actions matter
C. Ignore life D. Fear only
Thinking
Questions
- How does karma influence
behaviour?
- Compare karma with consequences in
Christianity.
🔹 TOPIC 5: CALL TO FREEDOM (MOSES)
Objectives
- Explain freedom
- Retell Moses’ call
Keywords
Freedom, Slavery,
Deliverance, Leadership
Freedom
Freedom means being able to live without oppression or control. It is the right
to make choices and live in a safe and fair environment. In the Bible, freedom
also means being delivered from slavery or sin by God.
Moses’ Call
Moses’ call refers to when God chose Moses to lead the Israelites out of
slavery in Egypt. God spoke to Moses through a burning bush and told him to go
to Pharaoh and demand the release of His people. At first, Moses was afraid and
felt unqualified, but God promised to be with him and help him succeed. This
event shows that God can call anyone to do His work.
MCQs
- Freedom means
A. Slavery B. Liberty C. Fear D. War - Moses was called through
A. Dream B. Bush C. River D. Angel - Israelites were in
A. Rome B. Egypt C. Israel D. Babylon - Moses was a
A. King B. Leader C. Farmer D. Priest - Freedom removes
A. Joy B. Oppression C. Peace D. Life - God called Moses to
A. Fight B. Deliver C. Build D. Travel - Slavery means
A. Freedom B. Bondage C. Joy D. Peace
Thinking
Questions
- What does freedom mean to you as a
student?
- How can young people promote
freedom today?
🔹 TOPIC 6: THE 5 PILLARS OF ISLAM
Objectives
- Discuss the 5 pillars of Islam
Keywords
Shahada, Salat,
Zakat, Sawm, Hajj
Lesson
Note
Shahada (Faith)
Shahada is the declaration of faith. It means believing that there is only one
God (Allah) and that Muhammad is His messenger. It is the first and most
important pillar of Islam.
Salat (Prayer)
Salat is the act of praying five times a day. Muslims pray at specific times to
worship Allah and stay connected to Him.
Zakat (Charity)
Zakat means giving to the poor and those in need. Muslims give a portion of
their wealth to help others and promote fairness in society.
Sawm (Fasting)
Sawm is fasting during the month of Ramadan. Muslims do not eat or drink from
dawn to sunset. It teaches self-control, discipline, and care for the less
fortunate.
Hajj (Pilgrimage)
Hajj is the journey to Mecca that every Muslim should make at least once in
their lifetime if they are able. It is a time of worship, unity, and obedience
to Allah.
MCQs
- Shahada means
A. Prayer B. Faith C. Fasting D. Charity - Muslims pray
A. Once B. Five times C. Twice D. Seven times - Zakat means
A. Prayer B. Charity C. Fasting D. Travel - Sawm is observed during
A. Eid B. Ramadan C. Friday D. Sunday - Hajj is to
A. Jerusalem B. Mecca C. Medina D. Cairo - Pillars are
A. Rules B. Foundations C. Laws D. Books - Islam teaches
A. Pride B. Discipline C. Laziness D. Fear
Thinking
Questions
- Why are the 5 pillars important?
- Can someone be a true Muslim
without practicing them? Explain.
🔹 TOPIC 7: BELIEFS – JEWISH BELIEFS
ABOUT YAHWEH AND THE MESSIAH
Objectives
- Evaluate Jewish beliefs about God
(Yahweh)
- Evaluate Jewish beliefs about the
Messiah
Keywords
Yahweh, Covenant,
Messiah, Promise, Deliverer, Faithfulness
Lesson
Note
- Yahweh is the one true God in Judaism.
He is:
- Creator
- Holy and just
- Faithful to His
covenant with Israel
- Jews believe in a Messiah:
- A future leader
sent by God
- Will bring
peace and restore Israel
- Not yet come
(in Jewish belief)
👉 Key idea:
- God keeps His promises
- The Messiah represents hope for
the future
MCQs
- Yahweh refers to
A. Angel B. God C. Prophet D. King - Jews believe God is
A. Many B. One C. Two D. Unknown - Covenant means
A. War B. Promise C. Punishment D. Law - The Messiah is
A. Priest B. Future leader C. King now D. Angel - Messiah will bring
A. War B. Peace C. Fear D. Punishment - Yahweh is
A. Unfaithful B. Faithful C. Weak D. Silent - Jews believe the Messiah has
A. Come B. Not come C. Died D. Left
Thinking
Questions
- Why is belief in the Messiah
important to Jews?
- How does belief in God’s
faithfulness affect behaviour?
🔹 TOPIC 8: CALL TO SERVICE (JOSEPH –
BEGINNING)
Objectives
- Explain the meaning of service
- Retell how Joseph was sold into
slavery
- Evaluate Joseph’s service in
Potiphar’s house
Keywords
Service, Humility,
Faithfulness, Integrity, Slavery
Lesson
Note
Service means helping
others and doing one’s duty faithfully, even when it is not easy.
Joseph
and His Brothers:
Joseph was loved more by his father, which made his brothers jealous
They planned against him and sold him to
traders
He was taken to Egypt as a slave
Joseph
in Potiphar’s House:
Joseph worked faithfully and served his master well
He was honest, humble, and hardworking
God blessed him, and he was put in charge of the house
Joseph
and Potiphar’s Wife:
Potiphar’s wife tried to tempt Joseph to do wrong
Joseph refused because he wanted to obey God
She lied against him, and he was sent to prison
Moral Lessons:
• Always do the right thing, even when it is difficult
• Be faithful and hardworking in every situation
• Stand firm against temptation and remain honest
MCQs
- Service means
A. Fighting B. Helping others C. Running away D. Talking - Joseph was sold by
A. Friends B. Brothers C. Parents D. Soldiers - He was taken to
A. Israel B. Egypt C. Rome D. Greece - Potiphar was
A. King B. Officer C. Priest D. Farmer - Joseph was
A. Lazy B. Faithful C. Proud D. Weak - Service requires
A. Dishonesty B. Integrity C. Pride D. Anger - Joseph’s success came from
A. Luck B. God’s favour C. Wealth D. Friends
Thinking
Questions
- Why should someone serve well even
in a bad situation?
- What would you do if treated
unfairly like Joseph?
🔹 TOPIC 9: CALL TO SERVICE (JOSEPH &
RUTH – ADVANCED)
Objectives
- Discuss problems of service using
Joseph and Ruth
- Evaluate Joseph’s leadership in
Egypt
Keywords
Leadership,
Perseverance, Loyalty, Responsibility, Service
Lesson Note
Problems of service:
Joseph: betrayal, slavery, false accusation, prison
Ruth: poverty, loss, hardship
Joseph and Ruth
(Summary):
Joseph was betrayed by his brothers and sold into slavery
He remained faithful through suffering and was later promoted in Egypt
Ruth lost her husband but chose to stay loyal to Naomi
She worked hard despite poverty and hardship
Both were rewarded for their faithfulness and good character
Despite
challenges:
Joseph remained
faithful
Ruth remained loyal
Joseph as a leader in
Egypt:
Interpreted Pharaoh’s dream
Became a ruler
Saved Egypt from famine
👉 Lesson:
• Service may be difficult, but consistency leads to greatness
MCQs
- Joseph faced
A. Comfort B. Challenges C. Wealth D. Fame - Ruth showed
A. Pride B. Loyalty C. Anger D. Fear - Joseph was imprisoned because of
A. Theft B. False accusation C. War D. Pride - Joseph became
A. Slave B. Leader C. Priest D. Farmer - He helped Egypt during
A. War B. Famine C. Flood D. Fire - Good service requires
A. Giving up B. Perseverance C. Laziness D. Fear - Leadership involves
A. Responsibility B. Running away C. Fighting D. Pride
Thinking
Questions
- Why do people give up when service
becomes difficult?
- What qualities made Joseph a good
leader?
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