Grade 8CRE

Faith and God's Promises

Faith of biblical figures; God's faithfulness in keeping promises across the Bible.

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The lesson

Today we begin our study with the theme — Faith and God's promises. This will help us see how trusting God relates to the choices we make at school and at home. First, let's define faith: it is simply trusting what God has said in His word, even when we can't see the outcome yet. Notice the phrase 'God's promises run …' – the Bible repeats promises from Genesis through the New Testament, showing God's faithfulness across generations. Think about a promise you keep, like a teacher promising to return homework papers. How does keeping that promise shape our trust? In the same way, God's promises shape our decisions at school and at home. As we move through today's lesson, remember: faith is trusting God's word, and God's promises are the foundation that guides our everyday choices.

Class, let's turn our attention to today's focus: Connecting to Kenyan Life. First, think about trusting God while you study for your KCPE exams. Just as you plan your revision schedule, you can also place your confidence in God's guidance, knowing He cares about your effort. Second, consider faithful service—whether helping clean up your neighbourhood or assisting in church activities. These everyday actions reflect a heart that serves God and community together. I'd like each of you to take a minute and write a short personal promise to God on a piece of paper. It could be about studying, helping at home, or any way you want to live out your faith this week. Great, remember: these promises are not just words—they're steps toward living out biblical faith in the reality of our lives here in Kenya.

Class, let's bring everything together with a quick summary and a challenge for the week ahead. First, remember that faith is simply trusting God's promises even when we can't see them yet. Second, God has shown His faithfulness throughout history—from Abraham to Moses to us today—so we can rely on Him now too. Finally, I challenge each of you to keep a "Faith Journal" for the next week. Write down one promise you're leaning on each day and how you see God working. We'll share a few entries next class, and I'll be cheering you on as you capture God's faithfulness in your own lives.

Worked examples

– Abraham’s Faith

Worked Example 1 – Abraham's Faith. First, Abraham believed God would give him a son even though he was very old, just like how we sometimes hope for a result that seems impossible at first. God also promised that Abraham's descendants would be as numerous as the stars, reminding us that great promises can outgrow our imagination. The lesson here is that trusting God can bring unexpected blessings, just as Abraham's faith opened the way for a whole nation. Any questions before we move on to the next example?

– Moses and the Red Sea

We'll look at Worked Example 2 – Moses and the Red Sea. This story shows how God's promise and Moses' faith work together. First, notice the bullet that says God promised freedom from Egypt. The Israelites had endured slavery, and God gave a clear promise of deliverance. Second, look at Moses led the people through the sea when it seemed impossible. Imagine standing at the edge of a huge body of water with no bridge—yet Moses trusted that God would part the waters. Finally, the lesson: Faith empowers leaders to act boldly. When we believe in a promise, we can take steps that look risky, just like Moses did. To recap, God's promise gave hope, Moses' confidence turned that hope into action, and the result was freedom for the whole nation. Any questions before we move on?

– Esther’s Courage

Our worked example titled "Esther's Courage." This story shows how trust in God can lead to brave actions. First, Esther trusted God's promise of deliverance for the Jewish people. She believed that God would protect them, even when the situation seemed hopeless. Second, notice how she risked her own life by approaching the king without being summoned—a bold move that could have cost her everything. Finally, the lesson we draw is that faith can inspire personal sacrifice for others. When we trust God, we can act courageously to help those in need.

Practice questions

Remember: Abraham was promised a great nation, Moses showed faith by trusting God at the Red Sea, and Esther relied on prayer and God's promise of protection for her people. Keep those key ideas in mind as you answer.
If any question feels tricky, pause and think back to the picture we drew on the whiteboard—Abraham's descendants, the parting of the sea, and Esther's brave plan before she approached the king.
Once you've finished, we'll spend a moment reflecting on why faith matters in these stories and how it can guide us in our own lives.
Recall the key point: you choose a personal goal—like improving your grades—and match it with a promise from Scripture that encourages you, such as asking for wisdom or committing your work to the Lord.
As you answer the multiple‑choice questions, think about why each promise fits or doesn't fit your goal. Notice common mistakes, like picking a promise about rest when you need motivation, or selecting a verse that speaks about courage when you're focusing on study habits.
When you write your short‑answer response, be specific. State the exact goal, name the promise, and explain briefly how that promise will guide your actions this term.
Finally, consider the practical step you'll take this week—maybe setting a daily prayer before homework or tracking progress on a chart. That concrete action shows how faith and effort work together.

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