Hi, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 5 Christian Religion Studies. In our previous lesson, we learned about the creation of the world. Today, we’re going to learn about The Creation 2.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Define what God’s image is.
- Recite the memory verse.
- Name the first man God created in His image.
- Give three reasons why God created Man in His image.
The Creation 2
This lesson focuses on a crucial aspect of the creation story: God creating man in His own image. This concept is fundamental to understanding our value, purpose, and relationship with God.
What is God’s Image?
Being created in God’s image means that we are designed to reflect His nature and goodness. Just like a mirror reflects our appearance, we reflect God’s qualities like love, kindness, and wisdom. It’s a special way in which we resemble God, showing His character in the way we live and treat others.
First Man Created in God’s Image
The first man God created in His image was Adam. He was formed by God from the dust of the ground and received the breath of life from God’s own breath. As God’s image-bearer, Adam represented the likeness of God on Earth.
Reasons Why God Created Man in His Image
There are three main reasons why God created Man in His image:
- Reflecting God’s Glory: We are created to mirror God’s character and attributes, showing His love, compassion, and righteousness to the world.
- Establishing Relationship: God wants to have a close relationship with us. Being created in His image allows us to connect with Him on a personal level, communicating, and enjoying a relationship with our Creator.
- Dominion over Creation: God entrusted us with authority over the Earth and its creatures. As His image-bearers, we are responsible for caring for His creation, ensuring it thrives according to His plan.
Understanding that we are created in God’s image helps us recognize our inherent value, how we should treat others with respect, and our role in caring for the world around us.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about The Creation 2, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- Who was the first man created in God’s image?
- What does it mean to be created in God’s image?
- List three reasons why God created Man in His image.
- How does understanding that we are created in God’s image impact how we should live our lives?
- What are some ways we can reflect God’s character in our daily actions?
Conclusion
Today, we learned about the significance of being created in God’s image. Remember, we are designed to reflect His goodness and love, and we have a special responsibility to care for His creation. Keep exploring the Bible and learning more about God’s amazing plan for us! See you in the next lesson!
