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In this unit pupils will learn about the four gospels, noting some of the similarities and differences between them. They will learn about the context of the gospels and the Christian tradition that Matthew, Mark and Luke wrote using eyewitness accounts to the life and teachings of Jesus whereas John used some different sources and includes long reflections on Jesus’ teaching. They will learn about the differences between Jesus’ direct teaching and his teaching through parables and other stories that he told. Pupils will talk about the meanings of different biblical texts and what they mean for Christians today. They will focus on what Christians believe the ‘good news’ of Jesus is, giving examples of the example of Jesus’ behaviour that Christians try to follow. Pupils will also spend time discussing how Christian communities today act and how this is based on Jesus’ teachings.
Key Vocabulary
Key Vocabulary
Gospel
Theology
Luke
Matthew
Mark
Interpretation
Leprosy
Christ-like
Parables
Commandments
Unit Sequence
Unit Sequence
Where do Christians find out about what Jesus did?
Why do Christians think it is wise to follow Jesus’ teachings?
What was Jesus’ sermon on the mount about?
How do some Christians follow Jesus’ example in caring for those in need? (part 1)
How do some Christians follow Jesus’ example in caring for those in need? (part 2)
How far do Jesus’ teachings and actions inspire others?
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Identify features of Gospel texts (for example, teachings, parable, narrative).
Taking account of the context, suggest meanings of Gospel texts studied, and compare their own ideas with ways in which Christians interpret biblical texts.
Make clear connections between Gospel texts, Jesus’ ‘good news’, and how Christians live in the Christian community and in their individual lives.
Make connections between Christian teachings (e.g. about peace, forgiveness, healing) and the issues, problems and opportunities in the world today, including their own lives.
Articulate their own responses to the issues studied, recognising different points of view.
Links to Rochdale Agreed Syllabus
Links to Rochdale Agreed Syllabus
U2.2
Make connections between some of Jesus’ teachings and the way Christians live today (A1).
Discuss their own ideas about the importance of values to live by, comparing them to Christian ideas (C3).
Outline Jesus’ teaching on how his followers should live (A2).
Explain the impact Jesus’ example and teachings might have on Christians today (B1).
Express their own understanding of what Jesus would do in relation to a moral dilemma from the world today (C3).
Investigate and explain the challenges of following Jesus’ teaching about love, forgiveness justice and/or generosity, expressing their own ideas (C3).
U2.7
Identify the values found in stories and texts (A2).
Describe some Christian values simply (B3).
Express their own ideas about some big moral concepts, such as fairness, honesty etc., comparing them with the ideas of others they have studied (C3).
Suggest reasons why it might be helpful to follow a moral code and why it might be difficult, offering different points of view (B2).
Apply ideas about what really matters in life for themselves, including ideas about fairness, freedom, truth, peace, in the light of their learning (C2).
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