The Coming of the Holy Spirit (The Day of Pentecost) CRS JSS 3 3^rd Term

LESSON NOTE

Subject: Christian Religious Studies
Class: JS 3
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 6
Topic: The Coming of the Holy Spirit (The Day of Pentecost)
Duration: 40 minutes
Theme: The Holy Spirit and the Early Church

Lesson Objectives

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

Describe the activities that took place on the Day of Pentecost.
Emphasize the need for the Holy Spirit and His role in propagating the gospel.
Discuss the coming of the Holy Spirit and how to live a Spirit-filled life.

Instructional Materials

Holy Bible (Acts 2:1–13)
Picture/chart illustrating the Day of Pentecost
Flashcards with key words: Holy Spirit, Pentecost, Tongues of Fire, Spirit-filled
Song or audio clip: “Holy Spirit You Are Welcome Here”

Lesson Development

Step 1: Introduction (5 minutes)

Teacher’s Activities:

Greet the students and say a short prayer.
Ask students if they’ve ever heard of the Holy Spirit and what they know about Him.
Introduce the topic: The Coming of the Holy Spirit – The Day of Pentecost.

Students’ Activities:

Respond to questions.
Listen attentively.

Step 2: Description of the Activities on the Day of Pentecost (10 minutes)

Teacher’s Explanation:

The Day of Pentecost occurred 50 days after the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
The disciples were gathered in one place (the upper room).
Suddenly, a sound like a mighty rushing wind filled the house.
Tongues of fire appeared and rested on each of them.
They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues.
People from different nations heard them speak in their own languages.
Some were amazed; others thought they were drunk.

Bible Reference: Acts 2:1–13

Students’ Activities:

Read Acts 2:1–13 in turns.
List the key events that took place on the Day of Pentecost.

Step 3: The Need for the Holy Spirit and His Role in Propagating the Gospel (10 minutes)

Teacher’s Explanation:

Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit as a helper and comforter (John 14:26).
The Holy Spirit gives believers boldness, power, and wisdom to preach the gospel.
On the Day of Pentecost, Peter preached and 3,000 people were converted.
The Holy Spirit helps to:
- Teach and remind believers of God’s Word
- Convict people of sin
- Empower believers to witness for Christ
- Guide, comfort, and strengthen the Church

Students’ Activities:

Identify and write the roles of the Holy Spirit.
Mention ways they can allow the Holy Spirit to guide them.

Step 4: Discussing the Coming of the Holy Spirit: Living a Spiritual and Spirit-Filled Life (10 minutes)

Teacher’s Explanation:

A Spirit-filled life means living under the control and guidance of the Holy Spirit.
Characteristics of a Spirit-filled person:
- Lives a holy life
- Shows the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23)
- Boldly witnesses Christ to others
- Prays regularly and reads the Bible
The coming of the Holy Spirit marked the birth of the early Church.

Students’ Activities:

Discuss in groups how they can live a Spirit-filled life.
Share practical examples (e.g., witnessing, prayer, resisting sin, etc.)

Step 5: Evaluation (5 minutes)

Teacher’s Questions:

What are the main events that happened on the Day of Pentecost?
What is the role of the Holy Spirit in spreading the gospel?
What does it mean to live a Spirit-filled life?
List three characteristics of a Spirit-filled person.

Students’ Responses:

Answer questions orally or in writing.

Conclusion (Summary)

The Day of Pentecost marked the powerful coming of the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit empowers believers to preach and live holy lives.
Every Christian needs the Holy Spirit to live for God and witness to others.
A Spirit-filled life shows love, faith, self-control, and boldness.

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Assignment

Read Acts 2:14–41 and summarize Peter’s sermon on the Day of Pentecost.
In five sentences, describe how the Holy Spirit can help you in your daily life.

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