Tanzania Ordinary Secondary Education Bible Knowledge Curriculum (Form III-IV)

Form III

Devotion to God as Revealed in the Bible

• The Gospel according to Luke (or Matthew):
• Themes: Explores various themes including the work of the Holy Spirit, the role of women, the lost and the Gospel of prayer.
• Methods used by Jesus in his Ministry: Students learn to identify parables and miracles used by Jesus in his ministry.
• Application of the Gospel: Students learn to apply the teachings of the Gospel to contemporary issues such as human rights.
• Family Life: The curriculum emphasizes the importance of family life as portrayed in the Gospel according to Luke, exploring characteristics of families and good parental care. A course project focusing on family life is undertaken.

Form IV

Devotion to God as Revealed in the Bible (Continued)

• The Acts of the Apostles:
• Authorship, Recipients, and Purpose: Students examine the authorship, intended audience, and purpose of the Book of Acts.
• Themes: Key themes appearing in Acts are explored.
• Human Rights: The use of the Book of Acts in defending human rights is examined.
• Spreading the Gospel: The commission and order to spread the Gospel, as well as the role of the Holy Spirit, are discussed.
• Early Christian Community: The life of the early Christian community and their role in spreading the Gospel are described, with a focus on acts of courage. Saul's conversion and missionary journeys are also studied.
• Justice, Peace, and Equality: The importance of these values is emphasized, focusing on the resolution of conflicts during the growth of the early Church, the role and qualities of deacons, and the methods used by the Jerusalem Council to solve conflicts and promote peace, equality, and unity.