Commandments of God

Grade 4 · Religious and Moral Education

Semester 1 | Period 2 | Week 9

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Subject: Religious and Moral Education

Semester: 1

Period: 2

Week: 9

School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Religious and Moral Education
Grade Level: Grade 4
Date: Week 9
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 9, Period 2
Topic: Commandments of God
Sub-topic: Moral laws of God

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

  1. Read and explain the moral laws of God from Exodus 20
  2. Discuss selected commandments such as honoring parents, not stealing, not lying, not killing
  3. Relate the moral laws to daily life experiences

Previous Knowledge
Students already know that commandments are God’s rules for guiding behavior and promoting peace

Instructional Materials
Bible, chart with the Ten Commandments, flashcards with selected commandments, storybook with examples of honesty and obedience

Lesson Development – ABC Model

A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher asks: “What are some rules your parents give you at home?” Learners respond, and teacher connects them to God’s moral laws.

B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)

Time: 25–30 minutes

  1. Introduction: What Are the Ten Commandments?

Teacher Opens With a Question:

“Who gives you rules at home? (Parents) At school? (Teachers) Why do they give you rules?”
(Wait for answers like: “To help us behave,” “To keep us safe,” etc.)

Teacher Builds the Concept:

“Just like parents and teachers, God also gave us rules. These are called the Ten Commandments. They help us know what is right and what is wrong.”

 

  1. Definition and Context

📖 Definition:

Moral laws are rules that teach us what is good and what is bad, what is right and what is wrong.

📖 Biblical Background:

God gave Ten Commandments to Moses on Mount Sinai. You can find them in the Bible in Exodus 20. These commandments are for all people to follow.

 

  1. Selected Commandments and Their Meaning

Commandment

Meaning & Application

Honor your father and mother

Respect your parents, listen to them, help them at home

Do not steal

Do not take things that do not belong to you (toys, books, money)

Do not lie

Always tell the truth — at home, in class, and with friends

Do not kill

Never hurt others, protect life, use peaceful words and actions

Teacher explains each one with real-life examples, such as:

  • Honoring parents by helping clean up without being told
  • Not stealing by returning a friend’s pencil
  • Telling the truth when asked who broke a classroom item
  • Keeping peace on the playground by not fighting

 

  1. Connection to Daily Life

Teacher emphasizes:

“These commandments are not just for church. They help us every day — at home, at school, and with friends.”

Examples:

  • When you respect a teacher, you're honoring someone in authority.
  • When you don’t cheat on a test, you're obeying “Do not lie.”
  • When you don’t push someone, you’re living out “Do not kill” by avoiding harm.

 

Learners’ Activities (Expanded)

  1. Reading the Commandments (Whole-Class Activity)
  • Teacher displays a poster or chart of simplified commandments.
  • Learners read aloud together.
  • Teacher pauses after each and asks:

“What do you think this commandment means?”

  1. Sharing Personal Examples (Individual/Pair Work)
  • Learners think of one way they obey each commandment in their life.
    • “I help my mother at home.”
    • “I gave back the toy I borrowed.”
    • “I told the truth when I made a mistake.”

Learners can share with a partner or the whole class.

 

  1. Role-Play Scenarios (Small Groups)
  • Each group acts out:
    • One scene showing obedience to a commandment (e.g., telling the truth)
    • One scene showing disobedience (e.g., lying about doing homework)

Class discusses:

“Which behavior shows love for God and others?”

 

  1. Optional Creative Activity – “Commandment Cards”
  • Learners choose one commandment and draw a picture of themselves following it.
  • They write a simple sentence:
    • “I follow God’s commandment when I don’t take things that aren’t mine.”

 

Assessment Checks

Ask these orally or give as a written exercise (depending on learner level):

  1. What are moral laws?
    • Expected: Rules that help us know right and wrong.
  2. Mention two moral laws of God.
    • Example: Do not steal, Honor your parents.
  3. How can you apply the commandment “Do not lie” in your daily life?
    • Expected: By telling the truth at home, school, or when asked something.
  4. (Optional Extension) “Why do you think God gave us these commandments?”
    • Expected: To help us live right, to love others, to bring peace.

 

Notes (Expanded & Detailed)

Key Teaching Points for Teachers:

  • The Ten Commandments are not just ancient laws; they are living guidelines for children’s everyday behavior.
  • Moral laws are universal, not just for church or Bible class.
  • Teaching them helps build strong character and a peaceful classroom environment.

 

Biblical Integration:

  • Exodus 20 – God gives the commandments to Moses.
  • Psalm 119:105 – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
  • John 14:15 – “If you love me, keep my commandments.”

 

Moral and Character Formation Goals:

  • Honesty – Choosing truth in all situations
  • Respect – Obeying parents and teachers
  • Responsibility – Owning up to mistakes and making things right
  • Self-control – Not hurting others physically or with words

C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: The Ten Commandments are moral laws from God. They guide us to respect parents, avoid stealing, tell the truth, and protect life.

Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip/quiz:

  1. Define moral laws.
  2. Mention two of the Ten Commandments.

Assignment (Expanded):
Write how you can obey two commandments in your daily life.

Follow-up Activity:
Learners will share one way they obeyed a commandment during the week.

Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Learners with difficulty reading may listen and repeat the commandments orally. Teacher provides simple examples for learners who struggle with abstract concepts.

Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low