Topical KCSE Mock CRE Answers15 Schools
Topical KCSE Mock CRE Answers15 Schools
Topical KCSE Mock CRE Answers15 Schools
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5. (a) Explain how Christians can contribute to the maintenance of law, order and justice
(b) Give five reasons why rape is rampant in Kenya today
(c) Identity five areas of conflict between the Church and state
6. a) Give seven traditional African practices that promote law, order and justices
1. Introduction to C.R.E
1. (a) 7 reasons why C.R.E as a subject is incorporated into curriculum in Kenyanschools today
3 (a) 4 reasons why Christian religious education is important in the Kenya educational
curriculum
i) Helps the leaner to understand and appreciate the saving power of God.
ii) Helps the leaner to develop spiritually.
iii) Helps in making choices appropriate to Christian living.
iv) Development of positive attitude and values.
v) Positive contribution to improvement of quality life.
vi) Helps the leaner to develop international consciousness.
vii) Educates leaner on cultural background.
viii) It is a career subject
ix) Answers questions about origin
x) Promote Christian values
(b) In what five ways can teaching of C.R.E enhance national unity in Kenya?
i) Universal brotherhood through Adam and eve
ii) Develops oneness in Christian unity
iii) Teaches equality of human kind before God
iv) Imparts the virtue of love which begets unity
v) Teaches about the destiny of man.
2. The Bible
1. Christians find it difficult to read the Bible;
- Due to illiteracy.
- Its difficult to interpret its message.
- Due to lack of time.
- Unavailability of Bibles.
- Lack of faith in God.
- Lack of interest.
- Fear because it rebukes them.
- Some see it as an ordinary book.
b) The translation of the Bible from the original languages to local languages in Kenya
i. It was originally written in Hebrew language
ii. Greek scholars translated the New Testament into Greek language. It was called the
Septuagint
iii. In the 4th century it was translated into the Latin language in a version called the Vulgate
iv. Martin Luther translated the Bible into German language
v. John Wycliffe translated the Bible into English language
vi. The missionaries i.e. Dr. Ludwing Krapf translated part of the Bible into Kiswahili and Taita
languages
vii. Later it was translated by the Kenya Bible society into several local languages such as Luhya,
Kikuyu, Luo, kamba (Any 7x1=7 mks)
4 a) The development of the translation of the Bible from the original languages of local languages
c) 6 ways in which Christians can use the Bible in their evangelization ministry
i. Read the bible to others
ii. Bible used for instructing and teaching new converts
iii. Used for preaching and teaching on different issues.
iv. It’s the main text in teaching and learning CRE in schools and Colleges
v. Christians hymns are composed from the bible.
vi. Christians translate the bible into local languages.
vii. It’s used in oath taking/making promises so that they take the work seriously.
viii. Many Christians books, pamphlets, magazines and other writings quote Bible passages to
reinforce their teaching/messages.
5. (a) Ways in which Christians use the Bible to spread the good news
i. Christians read the Bible to others
ii. Bible is used for instructing and teaching new converts on Christian doctrine
iii. Used for preaching & teaching on different on different issues
iv. Bible is used as the main text book in teaching and learning of Christian Religious Education
in schools and Colleges
v. Used as a reference book in general search of knowledge
vi. Hymns are composed from the Bible
vii. Christians distribute Bibles to individuals to read the word of God
viii. Christians translate the Bible into vernacular so that many people can read and
understand un their own language
8. 5 reasons why the Bible was written after the death and ascension of Jesus Christ
There was need to write an orderly account for Jesus
There was need for a text to combine both old and new testaments
There was rapid expansion of the church
It was intended to counter the rise of false teaching which confused the Christians
Christians had awaited for long for the second coming of Jesus Christ which was not forth
coming
The death of many eye witnesses led to the need to write so that we preserve Jesus teachings
The writing materials on which the work was recorded was available
They had the Holy Spirit which inspired them to write
9. a)Reasons why the bible was translated from original languages to local languages
in order too enable the word of God to reach more people in their own language
in order to train local people to take up leadership skills
in order to increase the demand for formal education
to facilitate the expansion of the church
to indigenize Christianity
to encourage research into African language/culture
in order to establish local bible translation society e.g. bible society of Kenya
14. (a) The reasons why the missionaries translated the Bible into African languages are:-
o Make evangelization effective
o They wanted Africans to understand the scripture easily
o Translation made it possible for missionaries to learn African languages
o They wanted to use the translated Bible as their resource text in missionary education
o They wanted to keep abreast of the changes in the world
o The missionaries wanted to indigenize Christianity and make it adaptable to local situations
and cultures (Any 5= 5x1=5mks)
(b) Ways in which translation of the Bible into African languages led to African
mass evangelism:-
o The ability of African to read and interpret the Bible into their own languages contributed to
development of independent churches which attracted any to Christianity
o As Africans read the Bible in their own local languages, they participated more actively in
church affairs
(b)Comparison between the Biblical concept of sin and the traditional African concept of evil.
- In both God is believed to be the creator of the universe.
- In both, God is Holy and hates evil.
- In both, evil causes or leads to death.
- In both God’s love suppresses the full punishment for evil.
- In both, God punishes evil.
4. The relationship between man and woman according to the Genesis Accounts of creation.
i. Both created by God/given the breath or life/life giving Spirit.
ii. Have to many /procreate/be come one flesh/sex.
iii. Companions/compliment each other /helper.
iv. Both are equal
v. They are to take care of creation/co-workers with God/continue with creation.
vi. Are to die /return to the soil.
vii. Are to obey/worship God/Rest /have personal relations hip with God.
b) 5 steps God took to heal broken relationships with mankind after the fall
He looked for Adam and Eve. He wanted to find out where they were
He made garments of skin for Adam and Eve then clothed them
He gave man power over the serpent
He provided Adam and Eve means to find food after chasing them out of the garden of Eden
God called Abraham and made a covenant with him
God chose Israel as a holy nation and gave them ten commandments to guide them
9. Similarities between traditional African view of evil and Biblical concept of sin are;
In both cases, evil is caused by a foreign agent/forces/external forces i.e. serpent in the Bible
and malicious /bad spirit in the African community
In both sin comes as a result of disobedience of the culprit
Both looked at evil as something coming from a curse
Both agree that the result of evil is suffering and hardship
In both, evil leads to separation from God/destroys relationship between God and people
In both, God is the guardian of law and order/morality
In both, evil leads to death of the offender
10. (a) The differences in the two accounts of creation in Genesis 1 and 2
i. The creation is in order form in the first account while there is no order in the second
account.
ii. Male and female are created at the same time in the image of God in the first account while in
the second account, man is made out of dust and the woman from the mans ribs
iii. In the first account, creation is out of nothing but in the second account man is made out of
dust of the ground as the plants are made to grow out of a garden
iv. In the first account, human beings are created last while in the second account, they are
created first.
v. In the first account, God gives name to what he orders to be while in the second account man
is made to give names to all that God created.
vi. In the first account human beings are to subdue (control) the earth while in the second
account, God confines them in the Garden of Eden.
vii. In the first account creation is competed in six days while in the second account there are no
numbers of days given.
viii. God rested on the seventh day in the first creation account but there is no day of rest given
on the second creation account.
ix. In the first account, there is no Garden of Eden while in the second there is.
x. In the first account the spirit of God was moving over the face of the waters while in the
second account it is not mentioned.
xi. In the first account God appreciated every thing as good while in the second account he said
it is not good for man to be alone
xii. In the first account God created human beings for procreation while in the second account he
created them for companionship
(b)6 lessons that Christian learn about work from the Genesis stories of creation
i. Work is ordained by God
ii. God is a worker
iii. All work is important
iv. Work should be part of Christian’s life.
v. God expects human beings to work
vi. Work should be orderly
vii. Work should be diligently
viii. Rest is important after work
(c) 4 ways on how Christians can care for God’s creation today
i) They should conserve and preserve the environment
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ii) They should treat the rest of the creation with respect
iii) They should take good care of wild animals by establishing game reserves and game parks
for them
iv) Should take care of Gods creation by opposing deforestation and helping to control soil
erosion.
v) Christians can contribute to scientific discovery of medicine for various diseases by giving
monetary donations to relevant institutions
2. Elements of covenant.
- A Covenant involves two or more parties.
- It should have a physical reminder.
- A covenant involves an oath or a promise to fulfill an obligation.
- A covenant should be sealed by shedding blood, taking an oath or signing a pact.
- It should involve a witness or witnesses.
- A covenant speaks out serious consequences for those who break it.
- It should have a solemn ceremony.
3. The significance of the events that took place on the night of the Passover.
- Each family was to sacrifice a young lamb or goat without blemish to signify the innocence
and purity of the sacrificial animal.
- Blood of the sacrificial animals was to be collected and applied on door post so as to
- distinguish the house of the Israelites from those of the Egyptians so that the Angel of
- death would spare the first born males of Israelites.
- The sacrificial meat was to be roasted whole to signify the hurry the Israelites were in to
leave Egypt.
- The Israelites were to eat while standing dressed and luggage packed to signify the hurry to
leave.
- Israelites women were to ask for jewellery from the Egyptians. This was to act as
compensation for their fee labour to the Egyptians
- Everyone was to remain indoors till morning to be protected from.
c) What Christians learn about God on the call of Moses in the wilderness
i. Christians should obey God
i. His life was spared when he was rescued by pharaoh’s daughter and brought up as a prince
ii. He was nursed by his own mother through Gods plan and design
iii. He acknowledges his family background and the true God through his mother who gave him
his true identity as an Israel.
iv. Life in the wilderness hardened him to be bold and to preserver hardships.
v. He learnt to be patient, keen and responsible as a shepherd.
vi. He learnt family responsibility through taking care of his own family and that of Jethro.
vii. He acquired leadership qualities while living in pharaoh’s palace.
viii. He learnt literacy and numeracy skills while in the palace.
ix. He was not stranger to pharaoh and Egypt hence he could approach him freely
6. a) 7 ways in which the Israelites worshipped God in the wilderness during the Exodus KKC
i. Approached God altars with respect/reverence.
ii. They honoured the altar of God/kept it tidy
iii. They built an altar of earth and in cut stones for God in places where God appeared to them.
iv. All men folk presented themselves to God 3 times in a year.
v. Celebrated yearly festivals, the Passover, the Pentecost and tabernacle to honour God.
vi. Kept ten commandments to guide them in their daily license to God.
vii. Gave offering of various articles such as silver, gold, bronze, to God.
viii. Assembled /held the covenant ceremony at Mt. Sinai
ix. Observed the Sabbath as day of worship.
x. Prayed to God.
xi. Concentrated the tent of meeting.
b) The new understanding Moses gave the Israelites about the nature of God from the Exodus
7. a) Covenant making between God and the Israelites at Mt. Sinai Gen24:1-8
i. At Mt .Sinai, God entered into a covenant relationship with the Israelites
ii. God promised to make the Israelites his own possession, a kingdom of priests and a holy
nation if they obeyed him
iii. The Israelites unimarsly agreed to obey God
iv. God promised to meet the Israelites on the third day
v. They prepared to meet God by abstaining from sex, purifying themselves, washing their
clothes and marking boundaries on the mountain
vi. On the third day, God appeared to them in form of thunder, lightening, earthquake, trumpet,
thick cloud, fire and smoke
vii. The Israelites frightened the Israelites hence they asked Moses to be their mediator to speak to
God on their behalf
viii. Moses prepared for a special ceremony for seal covenant
ix. He built an altar at the foot of Mt. Sinai and set up the 12 stones to represent the 12 tribes of
Israel
x. Young men sacrificed oxen as fellowship offering
xi. Moses took hay of the blood of the animals and put it in basin
xii. Half of the blood was sprinkled on to the altar, a place of meeting with God
xiii. Moses then read the book of the covenant to the Israelites
xiv. Moses took the blood in the basin and sprinkled it on the people
xv. Moses told the people that the blood had sealed the covenant
b) Israelites new understanding off God from the Exodus to the renewal of the covenant
i. God is slow to anger
ii. God’s compassionate
iii. Good leaves no sin unpunished/ just
iv. He is a jealous God who does not tolerate the worship of other gods
v. He is all powerful/ omnipotent
vi. He is the controller of a natural forces
vii. God of
viii. He is a faithful/ keeps his promises
ix. He reveals himself through nature
b) The conditions given to the Israelites during the renewal of the Sinai Covenant .
To obey what God commanded them.
Not to make nay treaty with people of the land where they were going.
To destroy their altars/smash their sacred stones/cut down their Asherah.
Not to worship any idol/other god.
To keep the feast of unleavened bread
To rest on the seventh day.
Not to intermarry with foreigners
Not to make idols
To offer to God the first fruits of their crops.
To dedicate all their first born male children and first born male of their domestic animals to
God
b) The worship practices that the Israelites adopted in the wilderness after the covenant
i. Observing the Sabbath
ii. Offering sacrifices and offerings to God
iii. Observing God’s commandments (the mosaic law)
iv. Honoring the Ark of the covenant by placing it in the tabernacle
v. Celebrating the Jewish religious festivals annually
vi. Not having treaties with foreign nation
vii. Not intermarrying with foreigners
10. (a) 4 ways in which Moses early life prepared him for his future role
i) God used pharaoh’s daughter to rescue Moses life
ii) Moses learnt skills of leadership in the palace
iii) He received the best education in the palace
iv) Moses learnt his true identify as a Jew and not an Egyptian
v) Learnt about Jewish and Egyptian gods
vi) Moses lived with shepherds –it hardened him and made him more responsible
vii) He married and had a family.
(b) 7 plagues Moses had to perform in Egypt before the Israelites could be released
i) Turning water into blood
ii) Frogs filling Egyptian land
iii) Swarms of flies
iv) Boils
v)Hail storm
vi) Swarm of locust
vii)Darkness filling the land
viii)Death of cattle
ix)Death of Egyptian first born sons
x) Gnats
(b) The conditions given by God to the Israelites during the renewal of the Sinaic covenant:-
To obey God
Not to make any treaties with other tribes
To destroy the altars of gods of other tribes & places of idol worship
Not to make or worship other gods
To observe 3 main festivals feast of unleaven bread feast of weeks and the feast of the
inganering
To celebrate Sabbath & keep it holy
No to intermarry with foreigners
To dedicate first born males to God
To give the first fruits of their fields and flocks to God
To give a tenth of their produce to God
(c) 7 leadership qualities a modern Christian leader should learn from Moses are;-
A leaders should have confidence in God
He should be courageous/brave
He should be wise/educated/talented/intelligent
He should be humble/compassionate/loving
He should obey/respect God
He should be determined/endure
He should be diplomatic
He should be inquisitive
He should be patient
13. a) 6 commandments given to the Israelites that teach how to relate to one another
b) 4 ways in which Moses early life prepared him for his future role as a leader
he was brought up in pharaoh’s house and learnt leadership skills
his expensive as an Egyptians prince helped him to handle pharaoh
his Egyptian education helped him to write the Decalogue
he was brought up by his mother so he was familiar with the customs of the Jews
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his experiences in the desert hardened him to be bold to persevere hardships
he as a shepherd of his father in law and this helped him to be keen and responsible
he married while in Midian this helped him to show love, tolerance and concern for the
Israelites
his early experience in Egypt helped to demonstrate the power of Yahweh
c) 6 reasons why God made a covenant with the Israelites on Mount Sinai
because God is faithful to his promise
God wanted to guide them on how to relate with him
God wanted them to remember that he was powerful and had rescued them to come and
worship him at mt. sinal
God wanted to guide them on how to relate to each other
God expected that after the covenant the Israelites would obey and have faith in him
whole heartedly
God wanted to enable the Israelites to enjoy his blessings
God wanted to provide guidance to the people as they entered Canaan
14. 5 reasons why the Pharaoh was reluctant to release the Israelites from Egypt
He wanted free labour
He was revenging. At one time the Egyptians were ruled by Semitic Pharaohs
He wanted the Israelites to continue worshipping him as God
God was using him to fulfill the promise he had made to Abraham
16. (a) 7 nature of God as revealed on Mt. Horeb when Moses was called by God
i. God fulfills his promises
ii. God is holy
iii. God can use anyone to pursue his purpose
iv. God is powerful
v. God is loving
vi. God is protector
vii. God is omnipresent
viii. God cannot be described using human terms / He is spirit
ix. God forgives
x. He reveals himself through natural phenomena
(c) 6 reasons why some Christians have lost faith in God today
i. Their prayers are not answered
ii. Why they suffer and die and yet non-Christians prosper and lead good life
iii. Why there should be prolonged poverty/starvation/famine and drought
iv. Wrangling in Church leadership
v. Bad examples by Church leaders due to corruption/immorality
vi. Over delaying of Jesus coming
vii. God’s failure to punish law –breakers
viii. Some leaders fail t condemn evils in society/compromising abuse of justice by leader
18 a) The commandments given to the Israelites that teach on how to relate to one another
i. You shall not kill
ii. You shall not covet your neighbours property
iii. You shall not steal
iv. You shall honour your father and mother
v. You shall not commit adultery
vi. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour
b) The conditions the Israelites were given during the renewal of the Sinai covenant
i. Not to worship any other God other than Yahweh
ii. To keep the feast of unleavened bread
iii. To obey God’s command
iv. Not to make any treaty with those who were in the land where they were going
v. Not to intermarry with people of other tribes
vi. To breakdown cananites altar, smash the sacred stones and cut down their Asheral
vii. Not to make cast idols & images
viii. To observe the sabath day
ix. To sacrifice and offer their best produce and animals to God
x. To dedicate all their first born male children and first male domestic animals to God
2. (a) Ways in which king David promoted the worship of Yahweh in Israel.
- David brought the Ark of the covenant to Jerusalem.
- He did not only make Jerusalem his political capital but also the holy city/religious/ spiritual-
capital in which all Israelites came for religious occasions. He composed the psalms used in
worship.
- He showed respect to the prophets of Yahweh E.g Nathan.
- When David made mistakes he repented and asked for Yahweh’s forgiveness.
- David humbled himself before Yahweh and completely submitted to his will.
- He advised others to obey God.
- He constantly prayed to God and sought his guidance.
- He conquered the enemies of Israel so that they could live in peace
(b) Ways by which Kings of Israel led people back to God are:
o They led in the renewal of the Sinai covenant
o Josiah destroyed alters that had been set up to worship idols
o Jehu eliminated members of the house of Ahab thus reducing influence of idolatry in Israel
o They destroyed the ministers of Baal
o King Josiah restored temple worship
o The temple was repainted and made presentable for the worship of God e.g. Jescah
o They repented the sins of worshipping idols (7x1=7mks)
(c) Ways in which Christians show their trust in God are;-
o Christians show their trust in God by obeying God’s word and commandments
o By believing His promises
o By trusting the scriptures as God given
o By praying to God for their needs
o They put up places of worship where people can worship God
o By assisting the needy in society (Any 5= 5x1=5mks)
4. (a) Ways in which king David promoted the worship of Yahweh in Israel.
- David brought the Ark of the covenant to Jerusalem.
- He did not only make Jerusalem his political capital but also the holy city/religious/ spiritual-
capital in which all Israelites came for religious occasions. He composed the psalms used in
worship.
- He showed respect to the prophets of Yahweh E.g Nathan.
- When David made mistakes he repented and asked for Yahweh’s forgiveness.
- David humbled himself before Yahweh and completely submitted to his will.
- He advised others to obey God.
- He constantly prayed to God and sought his guidance.
- He conquered the enemies of Israel so that they could live in peace
c) 6 lessons that modern Christian leaders can learn from the leadership of King David
i. Modern leaders should learn to appreciate that all authority is from God
ii. Leaders should foster unity in their countries
iii. Leaders should protect their states from external aggression
iv. Political and religious leaders should respect one another
v. Acknowledge God in all the achievements
vi. Choose wise advisors in administrative issues
vii. Respect religious leaders and consult them whenever necessary
viii. Accepting correction when they make mistakes
ix. Trust in God
x. Obey the commandments of God
xi. Be brave and courageous
xii. Seek God’s guidance for leadership
(b) Four ways in which King David promoted the worship of Yahweh in Israel were:-
David brought the Ark of the covenant in Jerusalem
He made Jerusalem a Holy city by centralizing worship
He composed songs and psalms used in worship
He respected prophets of God e.g. Prophet Nathan
He repented his sins to God whenever he made mistakes
He called himself the servant of Yahweh/God
He had the initial plan of God to build the temple For God
He advised his son Solomon to obey he commandments of God
He prayed to God before carrying out any task/exercise
He was chosen by God through public ministry
(c) Political leaders in Kenya have failed to perform their duties effectively is because of:
Struggle for power/leadership wrangles
Materialism/wealth accumulation
Greed/selfishness
Tribalism/ethnicity
Laxity on the government to punish law breakers/ineffective judicial system
Failure by politicians to act independently/control by higher authority
Lack of leadership skills by some politicians
Illiteracy
(c)
Reasons why Christians should fight against the spread of devil worship in the society are;-
o Devil worship is against God’s commandments and Christians have a duty to fight it
o Because it advocates for human destruction
o It advocates for materialism as the guiding factor to man’s success
o Devil worship lead s to lack of faith and reliance on God
o Rituals involved in devil worship are dehumanizing
o Christians fight devil worship to warn people of God’s judgment if they do not turn back to
him
o It instills fear on God’s people
(c) What Christians learn about God from Mt. Carmel contest.
- God is powerful.
- God answers prayers of those who believe in Him.
- God is the source of rain.
- Yahweh is true God to be worshipped.
- God does not tolerate idol worship.
- God is jealous.
- God is holy.
- God protects his servants.
- God provides for his servants.
- God expects Christians to be persistent while struggling against evil or injustice.
3 a) Five reasons that contributed to schism between Judah and Israel
i. It was a punishment for Solomon’s sins
ii. Jeroboam had built two worship places at Dan and Bethel
iii. Solomon’s rule was oppressive in the form of forced labor, high taxes and slavery
iv. Rehoboam rejected the request of the people even after being advised by the elder
v. Solomon’s great development in the South which brought tension between the Northern and
Southern kingdom
vi. Solomon had also exempted the inhabitants of Judah from paying taxes
vii. Rehoboam’s oppressive rule
viii. Jerusalem city belonged to the Southern division
ix. Ten tribes preferred Jeroboam while two tribes went for Rehoboam
(b) 5 qualities in Elijah that may influence the life of a true Christian
(i) Courage to condemn actions of Kings
(ii) Loyalty/faith and trust n God
(iii) He was prayerful and was rewarded
(iv) he led a simple lie and stood for the right of common man
(v) He was just/protector of the covenant/law of God
(vi) Christians may admire God’s intimacy with Elijah. God is providence like Elijah being
provided with food/drink
(vii) Christians may admire God’s intimacy with Elijah, God can communicate with Christians
today
(viii) Christians should not give false witness against their neighbours, like Jezebel with Naboth
(b) five reasons why it was difficult for Prophet Elijah to stop idolatry in Israel
i) King Ahab marriage to Jezebel
ii) Jezebel wielded a lot of influence on Ahab
iii) Ahab allowed the building of idol temples
iv) There were false prophets in Israel
v) Ahab took part in the worship of pagan gods
vi) Prophets of God were persecuted
vii) Syncretism emerged
(c) seven factors that lead people away from the worship of God today
i)Materialism
ii)Permissiveness in society
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iii) Mass media
iv) Corruption
v)Urbanization
vi) Threats to human dignity
vii) Confusion from religious pluralism
viii) Oppression
ix) Social immorality
x) Drug addition/ drug abuse
xi) Scientific discoveries /technological innovations
xii) Poverty
xiii)Education
9. (a) Five factors that led to the contest at Mt. Camel are;
King Ahab had build a temple for Baal worship
He had personally participated in the worship of Baal
Jezebel had ordered for the killing of Yahweh’s Prophets
The serving prophets of Yahweh had gone into hiding
Prophet Elijah had announced a three year drought because of Baalism
Jezebel had introduced Baalism in Israel
There was religious syncretism in Israel
The Israelites had broken the covenant relationship
Prophet Elijah wanted to prove that he was the true prophet of Yahweh
The contest was the proof that Yahweh was to be worshipped
(b) Five signs used by God to show that Elijah is the true prophet of God are;
The presence of the three year drought
The increase of the flour/oil of the widow
The healing of the Zarapheth widow’s son
The great storm that marked the end of he three year drought
The fire that came down from Heaven during the contest of Mt. Carmel
The destruction of the Baal prophets sent to kill Elijah
Elijah was fed by the Ravens on the way to mount Sinai
Elijah was taken to heaven by Chariot of fire
God appeared to Elijah in form of still calm-voice
10. a) five practices of idolatry during the time of Elijah
There was polytheism/people worshipped many gods
There was human sacrifice
Priests, prophets ,prophetesses presided over all t he religious matters
The people observe a festivals I honour of the gods and goddesses
Shrines, altars and temples were built for the worship of the gods
Rituals were performed in honour of their gods
c) With reference to Prophet Elijah explain how Kenya anti corruption authority (KACA)
can help reduce corrupt in the society
KACA should advocate for the return of the illegal acquired property
KACA should ensure equitable distribution of national resources e.g. revenue and CDF
money
KACA should enlighten people to respects the low
KACA should encourage people to report corruption cases
KACA should take people who misuse there power for political and economical gain e.g.
Ango leasing, Goldenberg to a court of law
KACA official should be good role models and ensure they are also not implicated in
case of bribery and corruption
11. Prophet Elijah fought against corruption among the people of Israel as
contained in 1 Kings 21
Naboth a farmer had a vineyard next to Ahab.
Ahab coveted it and asked Naboth to sell it to him but he declined
Ahab was disturbed that he fell sick. He could neither or drink
Jezebel planned a corrupt scheme to ensure that Ahab possessed the vineyard
Jezebel forged letters using the kings seal accusing Naboth for two great sins; blasphemy and
treason
The punishment for both mistakes was stoning to death
Jezebel bribed some youth to be her witnesses against Naboth before all people
Naboth was condemned to death together with his entire family who would have inherited the
vineyard
Ahab was a happy and took Naboth’s vineyard
Elijah was angered by Ahab’s action and went to the palace and declared God’s judgement
on Ahab and Jezebel (
12. (a)Reasons for Naboth’s refusal to sell the vineyard to King Ahab.
- Naboth refused to sell his vineyard to king Ahab because the land belonged to God. He is the
rightful owner.
- The land belonged to the family. It was an ancestral property which an individual had no
right to sell.
- Land was inherited from one generation to the next generation. It could only be rented out
but not sold.
- Naboth respected the Mosaic Law which gave guidelines on Land Issue. Naboth did not want to
disobey God.
- Because land was given to the Israelites to settle on. It was not meant for sale.
- It was Naboth’s only piece of land and it was very beautiful.
13. (a) Reasons why Elijah was un comprising in his attitude to Baal worship are;-
o He believed that only Yahweh was the Israelites God
o By worshipping Baal, people had broken the covenant law
o As the people worshipped Baal, they failed to recognize Yahweh as God and the Lord of
everything
o The worship of Baal led to the killing of Yahweh’s prophets
o A lot of suffering had resulted from Baal worship
o Elijah had strong faith in God
o By condemning Baal worship, Elijah knew that he could put away the foreign ideology that
Ahab was trying to bring in his rules
o Elijah believed that the people might turn to the covenant of faith
o Being a prophet, Elijah was against Baalism because it was his vocation(Any 7= 7x1=7mks)
(b) Problems faced by Prophet Elijah in Israel are;-
o Elijah’s life was threatened by Izebel who swore to kill him
o Elijah suffered fear and had to flee to the wilderness
o Elijah was discouraged when it seemed that he was not achieving much
o Elijah got depressed and prayed for death
o Elijah suffered loneliness as he was the only remaining prophet of Yahweh
o At times Elijah lacked basic requirements such as food and water
o He was accused falsely by King Ahab as the troublemaker of Israel
o Sometime he doubted God (Any 7=7x1=7mks)
(c) Reasons why Christians should fight against the spread of devil worship in the society are;-
o Devil worship is against God’s commandments and Christians have a duty to fight it
o Because it advocates for human destruction
o It advocates for materialism as the guiding factor to man’s success
o Devil worship lead s to lack of faith and reliance on God
o Rituals involved in devil worship are dehumanizing
o Christians fight devil worship to warn people of God’s judgment if they do not turn back to
him
o It instills fear on God’s people
5. Ways through which a Christian can identify a true servant of God is by:
Gives free services
They are prayerful
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They are humble/honest/kind/patient/loving/faithful
They condemn evil in the society
Sharing of their resources with the needy
Being exemplary /role model
Preaching the word of God
6. Five methods used by the old testament prophets to pass their messages
Through sermons/public speeches
By performing miracles
Through demonstration/symbolic actions
Using personal experiences
Writing letters to their audiences
Through songs
Through dialogue with the audience
b) Ways through which the Old Testament prophets communicated their Messages to the people?
Lyrics
Prose/narratives.
Sermons
Letters e.g Jeremiah
Song/poems.
Lamentations
Symbolizations.
Lifestyle e.g Hosea
(c) Amos
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1. (a) Six reasons why Amos proclaimed God’s judgement on Israel and Judah are;-
o The people of Israel and Judah sold their debtors to slavery
o They perverted justice in law courts i.e. bribery and corruption
o They practiced sexual immorality
o The poor were exploited
o The rich drunk wine in the temple
o They ordered Prophets not to speak in God’s name
o They practiced idolatry
o They had no regard for the Sabbath (Any 6x1=6mks)
2. Ways in which the poor were oppressed by the rich during the time of Amos
i. Merchants overcharged the poor
ii. The poor were sold for a piece of silver/ sandals
iii. The poor were cheated on business deals/ using poor scales
iv. Goods sold to the poor were unfit for human consumption
v. The poor were sold to slavery when they were liable to pay debts
vi. The poor were denied justice in law courts
vii. The poor were persecuted when they challenged injustice in court
viii. They were robbed of grain/ food/ belongings
ix. Exorbitant rents
x. Grapping of land from the poor
3. a) Ways in which the war oppressed the poor during the time of prophet Amos
i. Merchants robbed the poor by overcharging them
ii. The poor were sold for a piece of silver / a pair of shoes
6. Five ways the rich oppressed the poor during prophet Amos time
Merchants overcharged the poor with high interests
The poor were sold into slavery for a piece of saddles or silver for failing to pay their debts
The poor were denied justice in law courts because they could not bribe judges
Temple prostitutes came from the poor families
The poor were cheated on business deals by using faulty weighing scales
Food sold to the poor were unfit for human consumption
The poor were forced to work on the rich people’s farms for little or no pay
The land for the poor was grabbed by the rich
8. Five lessons a Christian can learn from the religious message prophet Amos had for the people
of the Northern Kingdom
They should be courageous and condemn all forms of evils in the society
They should avoid insincere worship by being humble before God during worship and leading
exemplary lives
They should be willing to confess their sins and ask for forgiveness to avoid punishment
They should know that God is a universal God and makes moral claims on everybody despite
his nationality
They should preach against and avoid sexual immorality, drugs and alcohol abuse
c) The relevance of Amos teachings on social justice and responsibility to Christians today.
Christians learn that God will punish and reward all those that obey his law
Christians are called to practice what they preach and condemn hypocritical tenderness
Christians should be just in dealing with one another
Christians should not pursue luxuries and self indulgence when others lack the most
basic needs
They should condemn corruption and uphold justice
They should bear in mind that every evil committed will be punished by God
They should be aware of the d angers associated with width since it can divert their
attention from god
They should be ready at any time when called to do God’s work
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Should prepare for the judgement day by being obedient to his word
Should not indulge themselves in activities harmful to their faith
b) Lessons we learn about God from the teaching of Amos on judgment and punishment
i. God is universal/judges all nation – expects people to be morally and spiritually upright.
ii. God hates evil – condemned the Israelite and other nations for disobeying him.
iii. God is merciful –through Amos he promised that the remnant shall remain after
punishment/restore them back to himself.
iv. God is concerned about people welfare i.e he speaks on behalf of the pregnant women.
v. God gives prosperity tot hose who sincerely turn to him and serve him.
vi. God is a just God because he passes judgement to those who sin against him.
vii. God’s people should behave in a way to match their religion holiness by putting Gods
teaching in practice.
viii. God is supreme – leaders are not above the law of God.
ix. Live according to the will of God to avoid judgement.
11. (a) Six reasons why Prophet Amos was against the way Israelites worshipped God
i) They gave sacrifice which did not reflect holy life
ii) They practiced syncretism
iii) They were not sincere in their worship (they were hypocrites)
iv) They built many high places of worship for idols
v) They made idols/worshipped idols.
vi) They misused the temple by feasting/drinking
vii) They refused to listen to the prophets of God/listened to false prophets
viii) They misused the Sabbath
ix) They practiced temple prostitution
(b) Seven teachings of Prophet Amos about the day of the Lord
i) i)it will be a day of terror and disaster.
ii) God will punish the Israelites for their disobedience/he will remember their evil deeds
iii) The land shall tremble/ there will be earthquakes.
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iv) People will mourn/no happiness
v) There will be darkness at noon/eclipse
vi) The feasts and festivals will not be joyful.
vii) People will thirst/hunger for the word of God.
viii) People will faint in the process of searching for the word of God.
ix) It will be a day of disappointments to the Israelites.
x) The wicked will not escape Gods judgement
(c) Seven ways in which Christians can help church leaders perform their duties effectively
i) Giving financial/material help.
ii) Advising/counseling them on various issues
iii) Participating fully in church activities/functions
iv) Giving tithes and offerings faithfully
v) Praying for them
vi) Respecting them
vii) Obeying and practicing the word of God
viii) Defending them against unfair criticism
Providing training opportunities for them.
(d) Jeremiah
1. Changes in Traditional African Community today.
- They have learnt too eat new dishes.
- The mode of dressing has changed.
- New forms of worship have been introduced.
(c) Five lessons that Christians learn fro Prophet Jeremiah’s teaching on the new covenant
i) Christians should internalize the law of God/put laws of God in their hearts
ii) They should have personal relationship with God/know God personally.
iii) There is individual responsibility/punishment when one sins
iv) There is forgiveness of sins if one repents/reconciliation.
v) Christians have everlasting relationship with God
vi) Those who repent their sins have a new beginning
vii) They need to have faith in God
viii) They should obey/practice the law of God
ix) Christians learn that the new covenant is fulfilled in the coming of Jesus Christ
b) Four similarities in the life and experiences of Nehemiah and Jesus Christ.
i. Both purified the temple
ii. Both led prayerful lives
iii. Both had compassion for the people/ weak /poor
iv. Both were reformers
v. Both led exemplary live/holy lives
vi. Both came to restore the worship between God and the people
vii. Both faced opposition in their ministry from close relative.
(b) Seven challenges that modern Christian face in their struggle to condemn social
injustices in the society today
(i) Rejection
(ii) Persecution/torture/abuse/mock
(iii) imprisonment
(iv) Threats concerning their lives
(v) Hatred
(vi) Opposition/internal wrangles from fellow Christians
(vii) Poverty
(viii) Modern science and technology
(ix) Eviction
b) Ways in which the covenant foretold by Jeremiah is different from the Sinaic covenant
9 (a) Four reforms King Josiah made in Judah during the time of prophet Jeremiah KSM
i) He abolished Baal worship
ii) He ordered the repair of the temple of God
iii) He burnt foreign objects in the temple
iv) He led a national ceremony to renew the covenant faith
v) Child sacrifice was stopped
vi) Temple prostitution was stopped
vii) He discontinued consultation of mediums
viii) Passover feast was reinstated
11. (a) The characteristics of the New covenant as foreseen by Jeremiah the Prophet are:-
The law would be enshrined in people’s hearts
There would be personal knowledge of God
There would be spontaneous forgiveness of sins
There would be personal responsibility
It would bring a new community of God’s people
God would take an initiative of establishing a covenant
The new community would be ruled by the righteous one from Davidic family/dynasty
The Israelites would be given a new heart
This covenant would be an everlasting one/would not be broken
It would mark a new beginning/ a new era
(b) Evils that Prophet Jeremiah would condemn in Kenya today are;
Idolatry
Sexual immorality
Struggle for power
Corruption/bribery
Exploitation of the poor by the rich
Devil worshipping
Desire for wealth/materialism
13. The message contained in Jeremiah’s letter to the Israelites exiled in Babylon
To build houses and settle down
To plant gardens and eat their produce
To take wives and love sons and daughters
To allow their sons to marry
To live in peace in Babylon
To pray for the welfare of their masters
Not to listen to false prophets and diviners who will cheat them
God will restore them back to their land after 70 years of exile
God will punish Babylonians their oppressors
God will punish the false prophets who were telling lies
God will answer their prayers when they call upon them
c) Five lessons that Christians can learn from Jeremiah’s teaching on evil and false
prophets
Need to have a personal relationship with God instead of mere outward show of religion.
There are true and false prophets.
Human sacrifice is evil and does not wipe out sins.
Christians should have courage and be firm in their principles when faced with opposition.
They should be truthful and faithful in their vocations.
They should condemn all sorts of evil in society.
They should be governed by laws of God.
They should condemn destruction of human life and violence in general
15. .a) The issues Jeremiah address in his letter to the exiles
i. To build hoses and live in them
ii. Plant gardens and eat their produce
iii. Marry and have children
iv. Live in peace and promote the welfare of the cities they live in
v. Pray for their masters
vi. Not to listen to the words of false prophets and diviners
vii. God could restore them back to their land after seventy years
viii. To trust God and not give up
ix. God was accessible to them even in Babylon
x. God would punish those who had remained in Judah for failing to listen to him
b) 8 reasons why the temple of Jerusalem was considered an important place for the Israelites
i. It symbolized the presence of God
ii. It was a place of worship e.g. offering sacrifices, dedication of their first borns,
iii. Home of priests
iv. Annual religious festivals were celebrated in the temple
v. It was a learning centre- teachers of the law were taught in the temple
vi. Purification of mothers
vii. Ark of the covenant was kept in the temple
viii. Acted s a court where cases were handled
16. a) How God showed concern for the Israelites through prophet Jeremiah
i. He warned the people against evils in the temples sermon
(e) Nehemiah
1. a) How Nehemiah restore independence of Israelites through religious reforms
i. He cleansed the temple by expelling tobiah
ii. He restored the Levites to their rightful duties
iii. He stopped the Israelites from marrying foreigners
iv. He reinstated the true worship on the Sabbath by abolishing business activities
v. He led the people in the renewal of the covenant
vi. He improved their tithing system
vii. He gave the singers their rightful position in the temple
viii. He purified the priests and the people as a sign of making them fit for gods service
(b) The socio-economic problems that Nehemiah faced as the Governor of Judah
after completing the wall of Jerusalem
(i) Mortgage their children as tithe deeds (security) to buy food
(ii) Mortgaging of their field /vineyard houses to get grain during femine
(iii) Giving out of their fields /children as slaves to pay the Kings tax
(iv) During famine people could pay high prices for emperors
(v) There was a rapid increase in population leading to economic crisis
(vi) Borrowing of loan and paying back at a high interest rates
(vii) Daughters were sold off to creditors
(viii) Cost of building the wall brought huge debt, that forced Nehemiah to allow forced labor to
pay tax
(c) 6 good qualities in Nehemiah which can help modern leaders in Church and
society to Execute good leadership today
(i) Diplomacy
(ii) Faith and trust in God
(iii) Courage and Bravery
(iv) Leaders to sacrifice for the well being of others
(v) Leaders should have ability to mobilize his people for effective development
(vi) Leaders should be honest
(vii) Leaders should be initiative
(viii) Leaders should show love/compassion
(ix) Leaders should understand their people through interacting with them freely
b) Lessons a Christian leader can learn from the problems faced by Nehemiah
i. They should be prepared to face opposition as they preach the gospel
ii. They should have faith in God and persevere as they carry out their duties
iii. They should fight for the rights of the poor in the society and their wealth to benefit others
iv. They should learn how to correct wrong doers
v. They should learn to condemn all forms of injustice e.g. corruption
vi. They should be ready to forgo their personal interests for the sake of God’s kingdom
5. Five teachings Christians can learn about patriotism from the characters of Nehemiah
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They should have great love for their country
They should participate in developments projects of their country as Nehemiah did
They should be mindful of the welfare of other citizens and cater for their needs
They should promote justice as Nehemiah condemned those who exploited the poor
They should be ready to defend their country in event of external aggression
They should defend the values of their country and avoid bad foreign influence
They should be law binding citizens and respect the constitution of the country
They should pay taxes promptly to enhance development
They should recognize and respect public national days like Nehemiah did for Sabbath
They should participate in national elections by praying and choosing good leaders
(c) Aspects of Traditional religion which have been integrated into the Christian faith are;-
o The use of vernacular have been adopted in worship in Christian churches
o Traditional music instruments are used in Churches as Christians worship God through songs
and dance
o Christian churches perform cleansing rituals
o Some churches are built using the Traditional African architectural designs
o African tunes and melodies have been adopted in Christian songs
o Some aspects of African marriage ceremony area accepted Christian church e.g. dowry ,
traditional marriage songs
3. How people in the traditional African community prevented calamities from befalling them.
- Maintaining good relations with God and the spirit world.
- Strict observance of customs and taboos.
- Educating all children to abide by social norms.
- Punishing wrongdoers.
- Rewarding the morally upright.
- Appeasing God with sacrifices.
- Banishing evil people from the society.
- Reconciling warring groups.
- Compensating the victims of evil.
- Treating each other well.
(c) 6 ways the Traditional Africans used to maintain their relationship with the ancestors
i) Building shrines for the ancestors
ii) Pouring libations to them.
iii) Naming their children after them
iv) Protection of their culture and ancestral land
v) Obeying their wishes and wills revealed to them through dreams
vi) Appeasing them through sacrifices and offerings
vii) Inviting them to take part in celebrating of rituals
viii) Men approaching ancestors for their minor needs
ix) Approaching shrines with respect
b) Africans demonstrated their belief that death was not the end of life
i. Burying the dead with property
ii. Pouring libation to the dead
iii. Ancestral veneration
iv. Talking to the dead during funeral
v. Inheriting the dead man’s wife and bearing children for him
vi. Belief in rebirth or reincamation of the dead
vii. Seeking advice from the dead
viii. Seeking communication from God through the ancestors
(b) seven traditional African practices which demonstrated their belief in God
i) Praying to God
ii) Offering sacrifices
b) How a Christian can show patriotism during the recent post election chaos
i. Preaching unity/ peace
ii. Praying for peace to prevail
iii. Giving material supports to the IDP’s
iv. Offering guidance & counseling services to the affected persons
v. By serving as intermediaries in the political conflicts
vi. By not participating in destruction of life and property
vii. Condemning those who take part in fuelling chaos
viii. By reporting those who participate in the chaos
2. African cultural practices that have been integrated in a Christian worship today.
- Use of vernacular in worship.
- Use of traditional musical instrument such as drums and kayambas.
- Use of body movements in worship such as dancing, clapping and jumping.
- Shaking of hands and hugging.
- Having a communal worship.
- Spontaneous prayer.
- Performing cleansing rituals.
- Adopting African names at baptism.
- Building churches using traditional African architectural styles.
- Using traditional tunes and melodies in songs.
c) Reasons that explain why polygamy is still practiced in our society today
i. Parents are assured of security in their old age because of their children
ii. Parents are assured of continuity of their lineage when they die
iii. It enables parents to have many children
iv. It acts as a source of wealth to the family when children get employed
v. In case of death the gap created is easily filled by other partners in marriage
vi. The problem of childlessness is easily contained as other partners can solve the problem
vii. The problem of orphanage is curtailed as the remaining parents take charge of the children
(b) Factors that have contributed to harmony and mutual responsibility in the Traditional
African Communities are:
Marriage, two families were involved in the negotiations
There was sharing of food
Observations of norms /rules/regulations/laws
Communal labour/ work was encouraged
The presence of children that cement marriage
Certain values/virtues e.g. honesty, hard work were instilled in the individuals
Common belief in one God/religious beliefs and practices
Social activities/people come together during initiation /marriage/harvest festivals
Land was owned communally
There was belief in common ancestor
There was celebration of leisure activities
Observing rites of passages
Presence of strong kinship ties
People shared political /economic organization
There existed proper system of defence
The widows /orphans /women/strangers were taken care of
Education of children was based on societal values e.g. hard work
13. a) The old people prepare for death in the traditional African communities
Bless their children
Share out his property
Choose is preferred place of burial
Picks a success of among his children
Enumerates what he wants to be after his death
Pays /declares his debts
Beseeches the ancestors to accept him
Bids farewell to family/relatives
Reconciles with the parties he had differed with
A fellowship meal is prepared so that he eats with other members
c) Six changes that have taken place in the African traditional concept of
bride-wealth
it has been individualized /it is no longer shared
it has been commercialized /no longer taken as a token of appreciation
its no longer fixed but subject to inflation and bargaining
it is sometimes fixed according too status, education and position of the girl
its paid in cash money not in form of animals in some cases
girls are viewed as an investment sold
it dehumanizes the girl
it has become a manifestation of geed and exploitation
14. a) Five ways initiation rites inculcated moral values in Traditional African Community
The initiates were taught self control on matters of sex and therefore were expected to
maintain acceptable standards
They were expected to behave maturely by enduring pain and hardships during initiation and
throughout their life
They were trained to be humble and obedient. They are to show respect to their seniours
They were trained to be responsible parents and bread winners
b) Five socio- cultural changes that have taken place in Traditional African Community
Mode of dressing has changed
Some rites of passage have been dropped
New forms of worship have been introduced i.e. Christian and Islam
The ancestors are no longer considered part of the family
People practice family planning and are individualistic
Land is now owned individually rather than communally
The aged have been left on their own
Political systems and forms of government have changed
There is intermingling of communities due to migration and selling of land
15. (a) The elements of change in African traditional understanding of the old age
i)Many old people live in special homes
ii) Some old people end up in streets as beggars
iii) Young people ignore the contribution of old people in their lives
iv) People today prepare for old age in various ways e.g. pension schemes
v) There are organizations which organize funds for the destitute old.
(b) Changes that have taken place in the traditional African attitude to orphans are;
i) So many orphans’ today hat people find it difficult to care for them.
5. Ways in which Jesus fulfilled prophecies of the suffering servant of Yahweh according
to Isaiah 53
i. He bore the sins of human beings
ii. He submissively bore suffering and disgrace
iii. He was despised and rejected
iv. He was mocked and spat on
v. He was perceived and wounded on his sides
vi. He was buried in a rich man’s tomb
vii. He was innocent yet treated as a criminal
viii. Through his wounds many have been healed
ix. Through him the everlasting Kingdom was established
x. He has been exalted and now sits at the right hand of God
7. (a) References which show Jesus as a fulfillment of Old Testament about the Messiah.
(i) The Old Testament prophecies that the Messiah would be born in the lineage of David/Jesus
came from the lineage of David Lk. 1 : 26 – 27.
(ii) Nathan’s prophecy that God would make David’s descendant rule over Israel for ever/Angle
Gabriel affirmed this to Marry during the annunciation. Lk. 1 : 32
(iii) Isaiah’s prophecy of the virgin conception /Angel Gabriel’s message to Mary that she
would conceive by the power of the Holy Spirit.
(iv) Jesus was born in Bethlehem which was also the birth place of king David. Lk. 2 : 5.
(v) Jesus was hailed as Messiah descended from David by the blind beggar of
Jericho. Lk. 18 : 38.
(vi) Isaiah’s prophecy of a Messiah who would bring salvation Lk. 2 : 29 – 32,. Simeon referred
to this in the temple.
(vii) At the beginning of His ministry in Nazareth Jesus quoted from Isa. 61 : 1 – 2 to
affirm that he was the Messiah.
(viii) Jesus performed many miracles as prophesied in the Old Testament which shows that the
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Messianic age had come.
(ix) Isaiah prophecy of the suffering servant is fulfilled through the passion and death of Jesus.
9. 7 ways through which Jesus fulfils the Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah
He was born of a virgin as prophesized by Isaiah
Joseph the father of Jesus was a descendant of David
The same titles which were given by prophet Isaiah to the messiah are repeated by angel
Gabriel as he announces the birth of Jesus to Mary
At Jesus’ birth his parents moved to Bethlehem the city of David and this fulfilled what
prophet Micah had foretold (Micah 5:2)
Jesus referred to the Old Testament when he first entered the synagogue on the Sabbath day,
he read Isaiah 61:1-3
The life, death and resurrection of Jesus are a clear fulfillment of what O.T prophets
prophesized about him
His shameful death on the cross is a fulfillment of Deutro Isaiah (Lk 23: 1-35)
The resurrection of Jesus fulfilled the O.T prophecy that at the end of all the suffering he
would be restored at God’s side
Just as prophesized in O.T Jesus was rejected by his own people in Nazareth
Jesus refers to himself as the son of man which indicates his submission to suffering according
to God’s will (7x1=7 mks)
b) The lessons learnt by modern Christian from the incident when Jesus was dedicated
We should always thank God for what he has in our lives
God has a plan and mission for every child
Parents should consecrate their children to God for God’s blessings
We should dedicate part of our time to worship God through fasting and prayer
We should respect and obey the commandment of God
God is always ready to receive us when we go to him
God is the source of all blessings
4. (a) four occasions when angels appeared in the book of St. Luke.
(i) Angels appeared to Zachariah in St. Luke.
(ii) Angel appeared to Mary to announce conception and the birth of Jesus. Lk 1:26.
(iii) Angels appeared to the shepherds. Lk 2:9.
(iv) Angels appeared to Jesus when praying at Mt. Olives Lk 22:43.
(b) five teachings about God found in Mary’s song the magnificent.
(i) Is holy and his name is holy.
(ii) Cares for the poor and the needy.
(iii) Dislikes proud people.
(iv) Remembers the humble and the lowly.
(v) Keeps his promises.
(vi) Is mighty and wonderful.
(vii) Is a source of blessing.
(c)With reference to occasions when Jesus was taken to the temple what can parents learn
i. Children belong to God.
ii. Parents should listen to what the church leaders tell them about their children.
iii. Parents should follow laid down rules by their churches.
iv. Parents should teach children Gods word just as Jesus did.
v. Parents should leave children accompany them to church.
vi. Parents should teach their children to respect church leaders.
vii. Parents should instill confidence in their children to ask church leaders questions/difficulties
they have.
7. a) The role of John the Baptist play in preparing the way for the Messiah
i. He announced that the Messiah was about to come and that a new age had dawned/
Messianic era
ii. He urged the Jews to repent and to prepare themselves by living according to God’s law
iii. He baptized those who repented through immersion
iv. He warned the Jews of the coming judgement – which their ancestry from Abraham couldn’t
save them from it
v. He taught on social justice
vi. He rebuked Herod for his immoral behavior
vii. He introduced Jesus to his disciples
viii. He bore witness to Jesus as the lamb of God who takes away sins of the world
ix. He acknowledged that Jesus was greater than him
x. He baptized Jesus in river Jordan
b) From the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, what advice would a Christian give to a
childless couple (5 marks)
i. Should pray to God to bless them with children
ii. Should go for medical check up
iii. Should visit a mature couple for counseling
iv. Should remain sexually faithful to each other
v. Should patiently wait for a miracle from God not men
vi. Can adopt a child legally
8. (a) 7 activities that took place following the birth of John the Baptist
Relatives and friends gathered at Elizabeth’s home.
They celebrated the birth of a baby boy.
There was giving of gifts and presents.
On the eighth day the child was circumcised.
There was an argument over the name John for the baby/The mother gave the name John.
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Zachariah wrote down the name.
Zachariah regained his speech.
Zachariah praised God for what He had done.
The baby was given the name John.
Zachariah sang the Benedictus in praise of God.
10. The qualities of john the Baptist as described by angel Gabriel to Zachariah
he would drink no wine
he would be a nazarite
he would be a greater prophet like Elijah
he would reconcile the Israelites with God
he would be a source of joy to his parents and other people
he would be filled with the holy spirit
he would preach repentance thus prepare people for the coming of the messiah
he would go before the promised messiah
11 a) 6 incidents where angels were used by God to communicate his message in St. Luke’s Gospel
i. God used Angel Gabriel to speak to Zachariah of the Birth of John the Baptist (Lk 1:11-20)
ii. God sent Angel Gabriel to Mary where he spoke of the birth of Jesus (Luke 1:26-38)
iii. The Angel of the lord announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds (Luke 2: 9-12)
iv. The angels accompany the son of man at his coming in a choir/ host of heavenly angels
singing the hymn of praise to God (Luke 2:13-14)
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v. The angel appears as heavenly court attending to Jesus (Luke 5:10)
vi. Angels carry Lazarus to Abraham’s bosom
vii. Angels are ministers of God’s judgement during second coming of Jesus Christ. (Parousia)
and gather the sinners for judgement (Luke 17:34-35)
viii. Angels are seen present at the resurrection of Jesus (Luke 24:23)
12. Ways in which Jesus observed the religious practice of the Jews
He was circumcised at 8 days according to the Jews culture
He was dedicated to God as a first born boy
The respected the law of the Sabbath and visited synagogues
He attended the Passover feast in Jerusalem as a Jewish annual festivals
Jesus lived with parents in Nazareth and was obedient to them as required by Jewish
law
Jesus was given a name as required by the Jewish culture
Jesus fasted and prayed in line with he Jewish way of worship
13. (a) Four roles of John the Baptist as portrayed in the Benedictus
John would go before the Lord to prepare the way for Him/ He was the forerunner of the
Messiah
He would impart /give knowledge of salvation to people
He would call people to repentance/forgiveness in order to restore people to God
He would give light to those walking in darkness/guide them into path of peace
He would be the Prophet of the most high
He baptized people in River Jordan
He reprimanded Herod for marrying Herodiah
He preached the good news of the coming Messiah
(b) Ways in which the birth of Jesus was going to be extra ordinary were:
He was to be born by a virgin woman
His birth was announced by the Angel
He was to be born in Bethlehem
The name was given by the angle
The birth was foretold by the prophets
Mary was given assurance by the angel
The greetings of the angel was unique
The message was announced by the Shepherds
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The shepherds glorified God
Many kept everything in her heart
14. (a) Simeon and Anna revealed about Jesus during presentation in the
temple (Luke 2:25-38) ;
Jesus is the son of God/promised messiah
He would save the people of Israel
He would bring glory to Israel
He would be a universal Saviour
He would bring light to the word/gentiles
He would bring judgement to the Israelites
He would reveal the secret thoughts of many people
Many people would oppose his work
He would be source of redemption for Jerusalem
(b) Ways in which Jesus observed the religious practices of the Jews are:
Jesus mother underwent purification rituals as required by the law
He was circumcised on the 8th day according to the Jewish law
he was presented in the temple/dedicated to God at the age of 40years
He accompanied his parents to the Temple in Jerusalem during the Passover at the age of 12
During circumcision, he was given the name, Jesus the name given by the angel
He appointed the 12 disciples who he called the Apostles to represent 12 tribes of Israel
He referred the ten lepers to the Priests after cleansing them(Luke 17:14)
He celebrated the Passover with His 12 disciples / He celebrated the last supper
(c) Reasons why children should be involved in the Church activities today are:
Children are made in the image of God
To follow example of Christ who attended the Temple at 12years
To prepare them for future roles as leaders
To teach the religious beliefs/practices /commandments
To lay foundations of Christians of Christian morals at early age
Jesus blessed/appreciated them /taught that that Kingdom of God belongs to them
For continued growth of the Church
To help develop/improve their talents
To enable them socialize with others
To enable them spend their leisure responsibly
(b) John the baptist fulfilled the prophecies of Zachariah in the benedictions by
He was named John which means God is gracious.
His birth brought joy and gladness to Zachariah and Elizabeth.
He was guided by the spirit of God in his work.
He prepared many converts fro Christ.
He had the spirit and power like Elijah
He prepared the way for Christ though his preaching and teachings
He called people to baptism as a sign of repentance.
(c) Lessons Christians learn from the annunciation of the birth of john the Baptist
God answers people prayers and therefore as God for the needs.
Christians should not doubt God’s message an commands delivered through as servants.
Christian’s couples should be devoted to God in prayers.
Children are a gift from God and a joy to their parents
God has a purpose for every child’s life.
Christians should commit themselves in serving God..
Christians should condemn evils in the society
Christians should spread the gospel to non- believers so as to convert them t o Christianity
Christians should be prepared for second coming of Christ.
2. a) Four similar instructions given by Jesus to both 12 disciples and 72 disciples when He
sent them out on a mission
Go out to spread the gospel
Don’t carry anything (clothes/ money/ shoes)
To heal the sick
Tell them the kingdom of God has come
Remove/ shake the dust where they were not welcome
Stay in homes where you are welcomed (4x1=4 mks)
b) Three ways in which the life of John was similar to that of Elijah of Old Testament
i. He lived in the wilderness like Elijah.
ii. He was God’s prophet similar to Elijah.
iii. He condemned the evils and injustices leaders like Herod like Elijah did to Ahab.
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iv. He was filled by the Holy Spirit like Elijah.
v. He led a life of fasting like Elijah.
vi. He led a life in the wilderness like Elijah.
vii. He was honour
viii. He was honoured to witness the voice of God during baptism of Jesus the same way Elijah
receive the still voice from God on Mt. Sanai.
(b) The qualities of a disciple as stated in the sermon on the plain. Lk. 6: 20 – 26.
i. Perseverance in the face of persecution / those who endure suffering will receive eternal life.
ii. Unwavering faith in Jesus – those who trust in God would receive great reward.
iii. Love for enemies – the spontaneous love of agape so as to look at the good side of the enemies
and not the bad side.
iv. Obedience to Jesus teaching so as to accept the Lordship of Christ.
v. Implements of Jesus’ teachings – the disciples were expected to “bear good fruits”.
vi. They were to be generous – those who have are expected to share with those who do not have.
vii. They were expected to exercise self-criticism i.e. judging others / avoid hypocrisy.
viii. The disciples were to show comparison to others – to be merciful like God.
(c) 6 reasons why many people still reject the Gospel of Jesus.
i. Materialism – Love of wealth at the expense of spiritual development.
ii. Corruption which make people mistrust God. i.e. God does not care.
iii. Permissiveness in society – make people loose value systems especially religious values.
iv. Social influence from peer groups.
v. Mass Media – People spend time listening & watching radio/TV films etc. may influence them
negatively.
vi. Confusion due to religious pluralism – some people start wondering which is the true religion
/ cult.
vii. Religious/ political / social persecution/ suffering/ some loose hope in God.
viii. Sexual immorality/ rape/ homosexuality.
ix. Addiction to drugs i.e. when they have difficulties, they turn to drugs.
x. Power – Obsession i.e people believe they can manipulate power to get what they want.
xi. Education may lead to arrogance– they believe they know everything.
c) Lessons Christians learn about Jesus from his temptation in the wilderness
i. Jesus is human
ii. Jesus is the son of God
iii. Jesus has power over Satan
iv. Jesus is absolutely obedient to God
v. Jesus was ready for his mission
vi. Jesus mission was to overcome Satan
vii. Jesus was a humble messiah
b) Teachings of Jesus on the qualities of true discipleship from the sermon on the plain?
Disciples should have perseverance in the face of persecution
They should have unwavering faith in Jesus
They should love their enemies
They should be obedient to Christ’s teaching
They should be generous and share with those who don’t have
They should avoid hypocrisy and self righteousness
They should forgive others
They should be merciful to others
They should be firm in their faith
Should be productive in their work (8x1=8mks)
8. 7 teachings of Jesus on watchfulness and readiness for the Kingdom of God in Lk 12: 35-59
Each person should make a personal commitment to follow Jesus
Jesus second coming will be at a time when they least expect so they should be ready at all
times
Just as people interpret the signs of weather, Jesus followers should read the signs of the
kingdom present in him
Jesus will establish peace on earth during his second coming
People should make peace with God and reconcile others before Jesus returns
The Kingdom of God is present in Jesus and people should make positive response towards
him
Jesus demands wisdom & responsibility from his followers as they prepare for his second
coming
Jesus promised eternal life to those who will have remained steadfast in him (7x1=7 mks)
10. a) Describe the call of the first disciples of Jesus according to Luke 5:1 -11
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i. One day Jesus standing by the lake of Gennesaret where the people pressed upon him to hear
the word of God
ii. He saw two boats close to the shore and got into one of them which was Simon’s
iii. He taught the people from this boat
iv. After he had finished speaking, he asked Simon to cast the net into he sea for a catch
v. At first Simon was reluctant because he had been fishing the whole day and night and had
caught nothing
vi. Simon eventually agreed and cast the nets into the sea; together with his partners John and
James the sons of Zebedee, they caught such a huge number of fish that the net began to tear
vii. They beckoned to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. They came and filled
both the boats, so they began to sink
viii. They were so moved by the miraculous catch of fish that Simon fell on his knees before
Jesus and urged him to away he confessed that he was a sinful man
ix. Jesus told Simon not to be afraid for from that time onwards he will be catching men
x. The other companions of Simon Peter were Andrew and the two sons of Zebedee; John and
James, they all left everything and followed Jesus
b) Jesus demonstrate the teachings in the sermon on the plain in his ministry
i. Jesus comforted various groups of mourners
ii. Jesus fasted for forty days so as to be spiritually satisfied
iii. Jesus showed mercy by forgiving his persecutors
iv. Jesus was righteous but people gave false witness against him
v. Jesus showed love for his enemies by praying for them
vi. In his ministry, Jesus never looked for comfort
vii. He gave free services to the people
viii. Jesus practiced what he taught
c) Christians find it difficult to apply the teachings of the sermon on the plain in their lives
i. Lack of faith to obey Jesus teachings
ii. Desire to revenge their enemies
iii. They don’t devout time to pray so as to be empowered by Holy Spirit
iv. Lack of love for others , hence they cant forgive
v. Hypocrisy as many Christians are persecuted for their own wrongs
vi. Lack of endurance/ perseverance
vii. They fear to face persecutions/ lack of courage
viii. There is greed/ selfishness among some church members
ix. Poor role models on the part of church leaders
11. (a) The four major challenges faced by John during his ministry?
i. Put in prison
ii. Killed or beheaded
iii. Harsh environment or wilderness
iv. Self denial life
v. Baptism concept not understood
vi. Jewish thought He was Messiah
vii. Not sure about Jesus
(b) 7 methods adopted by Jesus to overcome the challenges he faced during his ministry
i. Miracles
ii. Scriptures quotes
iii. Demonstration
iv. Parable usage
(c) Five features in Jesus teachings on the plain (Luke 6:17-49) that a Christian may
learn and practice?
i. Fruit bearing
ii. Love to all
iii. Not judge
iv. Obedience word
v. Salvation to all
vi. Love for enemies
vii. Pray for persecutors
viii. Not for pray
ix. Forgiveness
12. Reasons why people find it difficult to accept the word of God today
People are deeply rooted in their cultural beliefs
Permissiveness
Western culture/influence
Pursuit material things/power
Poor role models in the society
Lack of faith
Presence of science and technology
13. (a) The activities in the house of Simon when Jesus was invited (Luke 7:36-50)
i. House of Pharisees invitation
ii. Oil washed Jesus feet – tears
iii. Anointed Jesus feet
iv. Crowd wondered why Jesus?
v. Parable of two debtors told
vi. Master cancelled all debts
vii. Who of debtors loved more
viii. Jesus praised the woman
ix. Sin forgiven
x. Wondered Jesus forgiving in-Blasphemy
(b) Lessons Christians learn from the visit of a sinful woman in Simon’s house
i. To avoid self righteousness
ii. To fellowship with others
iii. Repentance
iv. Humility – sought
v. Non-discriminative
vi. Trust Jesus –savior
vii. Grateful - thankful
viii. Forgiveness – God
(c) Five ways in which a Christian can eradicate discrimination in the society today
i. Equality – sexes
ii. Condemn discrimination
iii. Support government + laws equality
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iv. Report cases of discrimination at police
v. Role models
vi. Reward marginalized group
vii. Punish those who discriminate
viii. Education on evils of discrimination
14. a) The area of conflict arising from Jesus Galilean ministry (7mks)
Jesus claimed to fulfill the prophesy of Isaiah of being the messiah
Jesus healed the sick on a Sabbath day
Jesus declared sins forgiven something that only God could do
Jesus touched unclean people (leaper)
Jesus mixed with sinners e.g. tax collectors
Jesus disciple did not observe the rate of fasting
Jesus refused to perform a miracle at home on the demand of the Jewish
Jesus popularity and the scribes who felt that their authority was being undermined
b) The obstacles Christian’s leader may face in their missionary work (7mks)
financial constraints
corrupting in the society
political interference in church work
hypocrisy of some of the church members
death and sickness among the members
struggle for leadership amongst the members
modernity some of which are not with Christians ethics
functionalism/splinter groups from main chambers
liberation of worship/celebrative worship
African cultural influence
Negative ethnicity blocking others from attaining church
Leadership in some regions
15. a) four teachings of Jesus on the sermon on the plain Luke6:17-49 KKC
i. The poor in spirit shall inherit the Kingdom of God because they are ready to repent .
ii. Those who hunger and thirst now shall be satisfied because they are ready to receive the word
of God.
iii. Those who are persecuted because of Jesus shall be rewarded if they remain steadfast and
faithful to Jesus.
iv. It is wrong to judge others as Judgement is in the hands of God.
v. Love of enemies promote peaceful co-existence.
vi. The followers of Jesus should demonstrate by their way of life e.g assisting the poor.
b) Give six reasons why Christians fail to live according to Jesus’ teaching on the sermon on the
plain
i. Revenge is easier then loving an enemy.
ii. Because of worldly pleasures.
iii. They turn to magic/give up when presented.
iv. Some are greedy and selfish
v. Some people are girded by pride/don’t realize their sinfulness/it is not urgent to repent.
vi. It is easy to incite than be a peacemaker.
(b) Lessons that Christians learn about Jesus in his temptations in the wilderness.
- Jesus was a human i.e. he felt hungry.
- Jesus was divine /son of God/Messiah.
- Jesus had power over Satan/temptations.
- He was obedient to his Father.
- He was ready for his mission.
- He was well versed with scriptures.
- He knew temptation comes from the devil as he told the devil to leave him.
18. (a) The reasons why the missionaries translated the Bible into African languages are:-
o Make evangelization effective
o They wanted Africans to understand the scripture easily
o Translation made it possible for missionaries to learn African languages
o They wanted to use the translated Bible as their resource text in missionary education
o They wanted to keep abreast of the changes in the world
o The missionaries wanted to indigenize Christianity and make it adaptable to local situations
and cultures (Any 5= 5x1=5mks)
(b) Ways in which translation of the Bible into African languages led to African
mass evangelism:-
o The ability of African to read and interpret the Bible into their own languages contributed to
development of independent churches which attracted any to Christianity
o As Africans read the Bible in their own local languages, they participated more actively in
church affairs
o As Africans read the Bible in their vernacular and understood it’s content many embraced
Christianity
o Missionaries knowledge of local Bible enabled them to preach to more Africans as
communication was not a problem
o The missionaries were able to appreciate African culture. This removed suspicion between the
two and more people were attracted to Christianity.
2. The teachings of Jesus on the qualities of true discipleship from the sermon on the plain
People should not trust in material wealth but in God who controls lives
People should not worry about material needs but trust in God’s providence
People should be concerned with seeking God’s kingdom before their personal material needs
Concentration on material possession makes people forget about god
Those who seek God’s kingdom will be rewarded with heavenly treasures
Material possessions should be used to glorify God
Material possession is temporary unlike heavenly treasures
Acquisition of material wealth gives a false sense of security and cannot give eternal life
Wealth is not bad, but how it is used matters
(b) Five lessons that a Christian can learn from the feeding of the 5000men.
(i) Christians should be willing to share what they have.
(ii) Jesus is the bread of life.
(iii) Jesus has power over nature.
(iv) We should show concern over the needy.
(v) Christians should have faith in God.
(vi) Christians should pray to God in times of needs as Jesus did.
(vii) Christians should learn about nature of God’s kingdom which is characterized by fullness
and satisfaction.
(c) Four ways on how Christians are helping the needy in Kenya.
(i) Established medical centers and offers true medical services.
(ii) The church offers guidance and counseling.
(iii) Christians should give donation to help the needy i.e. clothing, food and money e.t.c.
(iv) Churches have established homes for destitute children, disable and ages.
(v) Churches have established educational facilities i.e. schools for mentally and physically
challenged.
(vi) Church organization work with the United Nations High Commission for Refugees
6. a) Describe the incident when Jesus healed a man with an evil spirit Lk 4:31 – 37
i. Jesus went down to Capernaum, a city in Galilee
ii. His teaching with authority on the Sabbath astonished the people
iii. In the temple there was a man who had the spirit of unclean demons
iv. He envied out with a loud voice, “Ah what have you to do with us Jesus of Nazareth, have you
come to destroy us?” I know who you are the Holy one of God
v. Jesus rebuked him and demanded him to be silent and come out of the man
vi. The demon threw him down in the midst doing no harm to him
vii. The crowd was amazed and wondered whose power and authority Jesus used
viii. His fame spread to the neighborhood
(c) ways in which Christians spread the gospel using the print media
Reaching the bible/Christian literature/magazines.
Teachings using CRE text/tapes/CDS.
Selling magazines with Christians message/bible/literature.
Adverting Christian issues in newspaper/printing Christian newspapers/writing/publishing
textbooks/newspapers.
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Distributing Christian pamphlets/ newsletter.
Illustrating Christian messages using the bible Atlas
Use of encyclopedia to explain /interpret Christian terminologies/bible dictionary.
8 (a) Relate the healing of the paralyzed man in Luke’s gospel (Luke 5:17-26)
One day when Jesus was teaching the Pharisees and the teachers of the law were present
Some men came carrying a paralyzed man on a bed.
They tried to take him into the house and put him in front of Jesus
They could not find a way to take him in because of the crowd
They carried him up on the roof and let him down on his bed in the middle of the group in
front of Jesus.
Jesus saw their faith
He said to the man ‘your sins are forgiven, my friend’
Teacher of the law and the Pharisees began to complain
Jesus knew their thoughts and asked “is it easier to say your sins are forgiven or to say get up
and walk?”
He said to the paralyzed man ‘pick up your bed and go home’
The man got up, picked up his bed and went home praising God.
The people were amazed and praised God
(b) Seven occasions in the ministry of Jesus when the Gift of healing was applied.
Healing a man with an evil spirit at Capernaum (Luke 4:31-37)
Healing of Simons mother in law
Jesus healing many people with various diseases at Capernaum/ Exorcisms at Capernaum
Healing a man with a dreaded skin disease (Luke 5:12-14)
Healing of a paralysed man (Luke 5:17-26)
Healing of a man with a paralyzed hand
Jesus healing many people (Luke 6:17-19)
Healing of a Roman officer servant/Centurion servant
Jesus heals a man with demons (Luke 8:26-39)
Healing of a woman who touched Jesus cloak
Healing of a boy with an evil spirit
Healing of a crippled woman on the Sabbath
Jesus healing ten lepers
Jesus heal a sick man (Luke 14:1-6)
Healing of a blind beggar
10. The healing of the centurion Servant (Luke 7:1-10) is related as:
The Centurion had a sick slave/servant who was at the point of death
When he heard of Jesus, he sent elders of the Jews to Jesus to come and heal his sick servant
The elders told Jesus that the Centurion is a good man who loves their nation and build their
synagogues
Jesus accepted to go with them but before he reached the house, the centurion sent friends,
saying, “Lord, do not trouble yourself, for am not worthy to have you under my roof, but say a
word and my servant would be healed.”
The Centurion recognized Jesus as a man under authority with soldiers under Him and he
gives orders
Jesus marveled at the Centurion, saying, “I tell you even in Israel have I found such faith.”
When those who had been sent returned to the house, they found the servant well.
c) ways through which the church continues with the healing ministry of Jesus Christ
the church construct health institutions to treat the sick
the church trains personnel e.g. nurses, doctors to treat the sick
the church prays for the sick
the church visits the sick
the church cares for the sick
the church offers guidance and counseling to the sick
the church provided financial assistance for the sick to clear hospital bills or buy drugs
some religious faiths offer faith healings
b) The miracles of Jesus teach us about Jesus and his ministry are;
i. They declare the judgement of the messianic age e.g. cursing of the fig tree
ii. They are the first signs of the triumph of God over satan’s empire and over the power of evil
whether in form of sin or diseases
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iii. His motive for performing miracles is sometimes out of compassion (miracles of loaves, blind
man) and meant to strengthen faith e.g. paralytic
iv. He performed them to meet the temporary physical needs of the people
v. They witness to Jesus as a person through whom the power and the presence of God is seen
vi. They show that Jesus is the son of God and he is the Messiah
vii. They demonstrate Jesus’ power to forgive sins in his divine nature
viii. They demonstrate the presence of the kingdom of God as having arrived through Jesus
Christ
ix. They show that Jesus had come to liberate human kind from suffering and death
x. They show that Jesus is a universal saviour
xi. They show that Jesus is the life and the resurrection. He is the giver of life
xii. Miracles are manifestation of God’s work of creation and salvation continues
xiii. They are an integral part of Jesus teachings. They supplement his teachings to that of
preaching the word
xiv. They were performed as a response to faith on the party of those in need
xv. Those who witnessed the performance of miracles by Jesus came to believe him
xvi. Through them, Jesus fulfills the Old Testament prophecies
xvii. The miracles of Jesus gave him a chance to preach to the people as many were attracted
to him due to his miracles (Any 8 points x 1 mark total 8 marks)
c) Ways in which the church in Kenya puts into practice the healing ministry of Jesus are
i. Building of hospitals/ dispensaries/ health centers where the sick are treated/ cared for
ii. Training of medical personnel e.g. nurses, doctors, who treat and care for the sick/ provide
medicine/ funds
iii. Employ field health workers to advise people of health care and hygiene/ participate in health
promoting activities
iv. Provided food for the hunger stricken families/ area/ to the sick
v. Teach people better farming methods to get better yield of crops/ animals to feed the family
vi. Provision of clean water
vii. Provision of guidance and counseling which attributes to psychological healing
viii. Provision of family education programmes to maintain/ improve healthy relationships
among members of the family
ix. Providing education in schools to eradicate ignorance/ poverty/ disease
x. Church as a family provides a place to feel at home for marginalized/ oppressed people
xi. The church preaching/ teachings/ give hope/ spiritual nourishment for a healthy soul
xii. Teaches self respect/ self worth for individual who was created in God’s image/ each
individual is a temple of the Holy Spirit
xiii. Organized seminars/ mass media/ worships programmes on health issues e.g. AIDS
xiv. Provide homes for the aged/ needy/ physically/ mentally disabled people
xv. Run/ sponsor schools for children with special needs e.g. blind, deaf, dumb, physically
disabled
xvi. They play reconciliatory roles at individual/ community/ nation level
xvii. Teach members to care/ love one another/ love for neighbours
xviii. Hold prayers for those who are sick (Any 7points x 1 mark total 7 marks)
13. The parable of the unfruitful fig tree as outlined in Luke 13: 6- 9
- A man has\d a fig tree growing in his vineyard.
- He went looking for figs on it.
- But found none.
- He said to his gardener, “Look, for the three years I have been coming here looking for fig on
this tree.”
- I haven’t found any.
2. Preparations the Christians require for the second coming of Jesus Christ.
i. Repentance
ii. Baptism
iii. Forgive one another.
iv. Assisting the needy.
v. Fellowshipping
vi. Praying and fasting.
vii. Paying tithes/offering
viii. Preaching the gospel.
ix. Sing/praising God
7. Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem failed to portray him as an earthly Messiah;
- Triumphant means successful or victorious.
- He rode on a colt which is a sign of humility or poverty. He should have rode on a horse.
- He wept on seeing Jerusalem since he already knew destruction awaiting the magnificent city.
-He was angered by what he saw in the temple such that he chased away the businessmen
violently.
- He experienced loneliness at Mt. Olives on the night he was betrayed because his disciples
slept while he prayed.
- The entry was not victorious because Judas Iscariot betrayed him.
- He suffered physical and spiritual torture in the hands of the soldiers.
2. (a) Reasons why Elijah was un comprising in his attitude to Baal worship are;-
o He believed that only Yahweh was the Israelites God
o By worshipping Baal, people had broken the covenant law
o As the people worshipped Baal, they failed to recognize Yahweh as God and the Lord of
everything
o The worship of Baal led to the killing of Yahweh’s prophets
o A lot of suffering had resulted from Baal worship
o Elijah had strong faith in God
o By condemning Baal worship, Elijah knew that he could put away the foreign ideology that
Ahab was trying to bring in his rules
o Elijah believed that the people might turn to the covenant of faith
o Being a prophet, Elijah was against Baalism because it was his vocation(Any 7= 7x1=7mks)
(c)
Reasons why Christians should fight against the spread of devil worship in the society are;-
o Devil worship is against God’s commandments and Christians have a duty to fight it
o Because it advocates for human destruction
o It advocates for materialism as the guiding factor to man’s success
o Devil worship lead s to lack of faith and reliance on God
o Rituals involved in devil worship are dehumanizing
o Christians fight devil worship to warn people of God’s judgment if they do not turn back to
him
o It instills fear on God’s people
4. (a)Reasons why it was difficult for the disciples to believe that Jesus had resurrected.
- Disciples of Jesus has witnessed his death and burial hence they knew he had gone forever.
. (b) Ways Christians live according to Jesus’ will as they await his second coming.
- Avoiding sins.
- Living under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
- Leading prayerful lives.
- Doing charitable works.
- Discouraging false prophets who keep on cheating them.
- Patiently looking for signs of end time.
- Giving hope to others by preaching the Good News to them. (6 x 1 = 6 mks)
5. (a) The areas of conflict between Jesus and Jewish religious leaders.
- Sabbath observance: Jesus healed on the Sabbath while Jewish leaders taught no work should
be done on the Sabbath.
- Jesus mixed freely with sinners e.g. tax collectors, Gentiles and unclean people.
- He exposed hypocrisy of Jewish religious leaders openly.
- Jesus’ disciples were not fasting like those of John the Baptist.
- His divine authority, Pharisees felt it blasphemous when he claimed to forgive sins.
- His claim to be Messiah.
- His claim that he can destroy the temple and build it in three days.
- His claim that the first will be the last and last be the first in the kingdom of God.
6 (a) Describe what happened to Jesus from the time of his arrest to his death on the cross.
Luke 2l: 47, 47- Lk 23:48.
i. Disciples took swords and wanted to resist but Jesus told them not to fights.
ii. Jesus was taken to the house of the high priests.
iii. Peter denied Jesus three times.
iv. Jesus was mocked and beaten.
v. Jesus was brought to the council (Sanhedrin).
vi. Jesus was taken before Pilate who found him innocent.
vii. Jesus was taken to Herod who ordered him to be taken back to Pilate.
viii. Pilate released Barnabas on the insistence of the Jewish (crowd).
ix. Jesus carried the cross on which he was to be crucified.
x. Jesus was crucified between two thieves.
xi. At 12 o’clock the sun stopped shinning and darkness covered the whole country.
xii. The curtain hanging in the temple torn into two.
xiii. Jesus cried “Father in your hands I place my spirit” and then died.
(b) five reasons why it was difficult for the disciples to believe that Jesus had
resurrected?
i. They had witnessed his death and burial.
ii. Report about resurrection was brought by women who were despised.
iii. Disciple expected a political messiah and not suffering messiah.
iv. The tomb was blocked by heavy rock.
v. They were ignorant of the divine nature of Jesus.
vi. The influence of the historical background.
8. (a)Events that took place when Jesus was put on the cross. Lk. 23 : 33 – 46
(i) Two thieves were crucified alongside Jesus.
(ii) They crucified Jesus at the place called the Skull.
(iii) Lots were casts to divide Jesus’ garments.
(iv) People stood by watching.
(v) Rulers scoffed at him saying “He saved others. Let Him save himself …………”
(vi) Soldiers mocked Him and offered Him vinegar.
(vii) An inscription was put over His head “This is the King of the Jews.”
(b)Five reasons why Jesus was sentenced to death by Pilate and yet He was Innocent.
i. He was afraid of a Jewish revolt.
ii. He did not want to be disloyal to the Roman Emperor after learning that Jesus had been
accused of treason
iii. He feared loosing his job.
iv. It was in order so that the prophecies would be fulfilled.
v. Pilate was a weak character and an opportunist who acted as the spur of the moment.
9. a) Four reasons why Jesus used bread and wine during the last supper
i. Unleavened bread was used during the celebration of the Jewish Passover
ii. Both bread and wine were a common food among the Jews
iii. Jesus wanted to give bread and wine new meaning and used them as symbols
iv. Bread represented his body to be broken for the forgiveness of sin
v. Wine represented his blood to be shed for the salvation of human beings
vi. He was enacting his teaching that he believed eternal life
vii. Jesus wanted to give the Jewish Passover a new meaning
viii. Sharing of bread and wine is a sign of fellowship which is a characteristic of messianic
b) lessons Christians learn from the crucifixion of Jesus
i. Christians should prepare for the coming of God’s judgement
ii. They should forgive others as Jesus did
iii. They should be ready to suffer and be rejected for the sake of the gospel
iv. They should repent to their sins
v. They should have faith in God
vi. They should be ready to witness the lordship of God
(b) 6 reasons why the disciples of Jesus were reluctant to listen to the holy women’s
testimony concerning the resurrection of Jesus Christ )
Women were looked down upon in the Jewish community/seen as gossipers
The disciples had witnessed Jesus death and burial.
Jesus had not appeared to them therefore they thought it was a lie
It had never happened before/it was an extra ordinary event
They had little faith/weak faith in Jesus as the messiah
They were still in a state of shock having lost their master
There was conflicting information about resurrection
They knew the tomb was heavily guarded
(c) 6 factors which hinder the people from accepting the call to salvation
Lack of faith
Pride
Due to education/scientific knowledge
Opposition from cults/satanic movements
Beliefs in materialism/self reliance
Fear of persecution
Existence of other religious beliefs
Inadequate role models
11. In what ways does the church prepare Christians for the second coming of Jesus
the church leadership calls people to repentance
the church baptizes the converts
the church preaches the gospel about Jesus Christ
the church organizes crusades
the church evangelizes the masses who later convert to Christians
the church has initiated ecumenism to create peace and harmony amongst Christians
the church reaches out to may through the mass and print media
the church gives alms to the needy and poor Christians i.e. gives charitable services
3. a) five teachings about Jesus from Peter’s message on the day of Pentecost
i. Jesus of Nazareth was the son of God
ii. He had performed miracles among them
iii. Was crucified and killed through evil plans but God raised him from the dead
iv. Jesus was a descendant of David
v. Jesus was crucified by the Jews but he is now raised and sitting at the right hand of God
vi. God had made him Lord and Christ
vii. He told people to repent and be baptized in Jesus’ name for forgiveness of sins and receive the
gift of the Holy spirit
b) Activities in the church that prove that the Holy Spirit is working
i. Prayers are answered
ii. Decision making by church elders
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iii. Acts of faith by Christians
iv. Discerning spirit
v. Works of miracles
vi. Interpretation of tongues
vii. Love among members
viii. Through fostering unity of believers
ix. Providing guidance to leaders
x. Church members accept baptism
4. a) seven teachings about Jesus from Peter’s speech on the day of Pentecost.
i. Jesus was from Nazareth.
ii. He had divine nature.
iii. He had human nature.
iv. God raised Jesus from the dead.
v. His death and crucification was according to God’s plan.
vi. He was descendant of David.
vii. God has made Jesus both Lord and Christ.
viii. The Holy Spirit is a gift from Jesus.
B) five lessons Christians can learn about love From Paul’s teaching in 1 Cor 13
i. Love is a gift from God
ii. It is patient/does not let down.
iii. It is kind
iv. It is not ill mannered.
v. Does not keep a record of wrong.
vi. It is not happy with evil
vii. It is eternal
viii. It is not selfish/it is generous.
ix. It is not cruel/self seeking.
x. Never gives up
xi. It is happy with truth.
xii. It never fails.
(b) Leadership qualities shown by Peter the apostle on the day of the Pentecost
Courage
Wisdom/understanding
Principled/decision making/advisor/counselor
Ability to protect and depend his colleagues
Focused/goal oriented/commitment.
Knew the scripture
Eloquent speaker.
(c) Ways in which the gift of the Holy Spirit have been abused in the church today
Cheating that one has a certain gift of the Holy Spirit
Consumeralization of the gifts/people are asked to pay money before being prayed for/healed.
False interpretation of the bible/prophecy/prediction of the future.
Ungenipulous Christians may impart demonic powers on innocent faithful.
Some Christians who possess the gifts of the Holy Spirit develop pride/superiority
complex/selfishness.
Wrong use of the gifts of the Holy Spirit where faithful get into ecstasy /trance which way lead
to In tunes
Distinguishing oneself as a person with a special call/preacher an intention of exploiting
other/situation.
8. a) ways in which the Holy Spirit manifested itself on the day of Pentecost
i. Sound from heaven like the rush of a mighty wind filled the room
ii. Tongues of fire rested on each apostle
iii. The disciples spoke in other tongues as the Holy Spirit gave the utterance
iv. The Holy Spirit anointed Peter to become the spokesman of the group with a lot of courage
v. The Holy Spirit committed 3000 people who got converted into Christianity
b) four ways in which the gifts of the holy spirit is misused in Christians churches today
the gift of healing-abused by preachers who perform the healing for money
the gift of performing miracles-abused to entice people /attract people to church for
popularity
the gift of preaching-abused by preachers for economic gains
speaking in tongues-abused when others are discriminated against e.g. those without
tongues
discerning-abused by dismissing preachers as being false or true preachers when they
cannot really discern
speaking in tongues when there is no interpreters
wisdom-abused to misinterpreted the bible
performing miracles-abused by demanding pay or being proud
10. Peter’s speech about Jesus on the Day of Pentecost (Act 2:14-41) was:
He told the people that the disciples were not drunk
They were filled with the Holy Spirit
That Jesus was the son of God
God’s power was seen in the miracles/signs/wonders performed by Jesus
Jesus had been killed by the Jews because of their wickedness
But God raised Jesus back to life
Jesus was a descendant of King David
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That Jesus ascended to heaven /is sited at the right hand of God the Father
Jesus Christ is Lord/Christ/Messiah
He called people to repent their sins in order to e forgiven
They were to be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ
12. The Holy Spirit manifests itself in the Church today through.
(i) Helps believers obey Gods command.
(ii) Helps Christian face persecution without disowning faith.
(iii) Guides Christians to pray wisely.
(iv) Help Christians repent their sins and get inward renewal.
(v) Helps Christians spread word of God.
(vi) Enable Christians work miracles like healing.
(vii) Equips Christians with fruits of the Holy Spirit.
13. a) Instructions did Paul give to the church of Corinth on how to use spiritual gifts
Paul instructed the early church that not more than two or three should speak in tongues in a
meeting
He advised them to speak one at a time
He advised them that an interpreter should explain the message to the congregation incase of
speaking in tongues
If there is no interpreter then the person who has the gift of speaking in tongues should refrain
from speaking or speak in privacy
Only two or three prophets should speak in a meeting
He advised other believers to assess what is being said
If one receives a revelation, he should be given a chance to speak while the others listen
Prophets were advised to speak one at a time for the purpose of instructions
He finally told the church that everything must be done decently and in an orderly way
b) six reasons why St. Paul used the title the body of Christ
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To show that all Christians are united by the same spirit through baptism
That Christians have been given different gifts by the same God
Gifts to be used for the benefit of the church
Christians to share the suffering/ joy with others
There should not be discrimination in the church
Christians are united to God through Jesus
Christians to lead a holy life because they form the body of Christ
Christians are united by faith
Christians to show love by sharing with others (6x1=6 mks)
14. (a) Lessons Christians learn from the out pouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of
Pentecost.
- It is important for Christians to meet together in fellowship as the Holy Spirit was poured on
the disciples as they worshipped together.
- Jesus keeps his promises, he ad promised before he ascended to heaven, the Holy Spirit and it
came.
- The Holy Spirit empowers believers to be in the forefront in preaching God’s word.
- Baptism of the Holy Spirit is important in salvation.
- Christianity is a universal religion. This is shown by disciples proclaiming good news in
different languages.
- Show the importance of vernacular languages is the best means of spreading the good
news/shows the importance of bible translation into vernacular languages so that everyone
reads and understands.
- As Peter did, Christian leaders should boldly explain to the world God’s continued work of
salvation to mankind. (1 x 5 = 5 mks)
17. Spirit
1. (a) Activities showing that Christians are a royal priesthood
o Christians are royal priesthood because they share with Christ in Kingship and are called to
reign with Him
o They also perform priestly duties such as praising/praying to God
o They devote their lives in obeying God as a spiritual sacrifice
o Christians are a royal priesthood when they meet the needs of other people by sharing what
they have
o Christians are a royal priesthood when they show concern/create unity among people
2. (a)How the unity of believers is expressed in the symbol of the body of Christ.
- Church, like a human body has many parts that function for the good of the whole body.
- As the body of Christ, the church has many members from different backgrounds but all have
been baptized in one spirit.
- Every member of the church has a role to play for her/his development.
- Different members have different spiritual gifts that are used for the development of the
church.
- All members of the body of Christy are equal because they serve the same God.
- All spiritual gifts have been given by God hence non is inferior to the other.
- Christians strive to remain in Christ and also invite others to become members of the body of
Christ.
- Unity is achieved through the practice of virtues such as humility, gentleness or patience.
- The spirit is the unifying power that brings Christians together as one body of Christ.
- Jesus is the head of the church.
- Christians share one faith in Christ.
- Christ has given Christians gifts for the purpose of building the body of Christ.
(b)How churches discipline those who cause disunity in the church today.
- They are denied leadership positions.
- Are denied some services of the church such as wedding rites, burial rites e.t.c
- Are charged a fine.
- They are reprimanded and asked to apologize.
- Workers who cause disunity can lose their jobs.
- Leaders who cause disunity are asked to resign.
- Some churches excommunicate members who blaspheme.
- Sometimes they may be suspended from church duties and church service. (8 x 1 = 8 mks)
3. The events that took place on the day of Pentecost as showing in Acts 2: 1-40
All apostles were gathered in one place
A noise like wind filled the house
Tongues of fire landed on each of their head
Disciples talked in tongues
The crowd was amazed
The crowd accused the disciples of drunkenness
Peter stood up and explained the meaning of the event/ he quoted the book of Joel
Peter preached to the crowd about Jesus ministry
They asked what to do to save themselves
Peter told them to repent and be baptized
3000 people reported/ were baptized
The crowd dispersed
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4. (a) The unity of believers is expressed by Paul in the symbolism of the Church as the body
of Christ . 1Cor. 12:12-27.
i. Christ is like human body, has many parts that function for good of the whole being.
ii. As body of Christ the church has many members from different background but all have been
baptized in one spirit.
iii. All members of the church have a role to play in the development of the church.
iv. Different members have different spiritual gifts that are used for the development of the
church i.e. preaching, teaching and healing e.t.c.
v. All members of the body of Christ are equal because they serve the same God.
vi. Christians achieve unity by practicing virtues such as humbly, gentleness and patience
(c)Ways Christians can prevent the division in the church in Kenya today.
(i) Treat each other with love
(ii) Avoid discrimination/ segregations/ tribalism in the church.
(iii) Preach / teach the word of God/ Bible truths to believers.
(iv) Assist those in problems/ poor/ the less fortunate/ the needy.
(v) Practice humility/ avoid arrogance.
(vi) Openly discuss issues affecting the church/ respect the opinions of other people.
(vii) Pray for one another/ problems affecting the church.
(viii) Practice transparent leadership style.
(ix) Give financial reports within acceptable period of time.
(x) Follow the church doctrines / constitutions / manuals/ elaborate members on church
procedures.
(xi) Repent/ ask for forgiveness whenever they are wrong / accept their mistakes.
(xii) Prepare a budget annually / seasonally to ensure that the resources are well utilized.
(xiii) Guidance and counseling.
8. The remedies that can be put in place to minimize ethnicity in Kenya today
Showing Godly love to all like Jesus
Sensitizing people to appreciate and respect different ethnic group.
Supporting educational and cultural programmes in a bid to promoting national unity.
Discouraging tribalism through inter –ethnic marriages.
Perpetrators of tribalism should be charged and punished according to the law.
Creation of more national schools in the country so as to admit more students from every part
of the country.
Use a common language in the country as a unifying factor.
Encouraging domestic tourism through benefits of visiting different parts of the country.
(b) solution which Paul give to solve the problems in the church at Corinth?
i. Free to marry or not
ii. Women to ask husbands
iii. Agree as leaders as one God as saved
iv. Promote love even if one has a gift
v. Resurrection if reason for preaching Christ heal
vi. Eat at home before but be orderly supper-wait.
vii. Idols – be considerate of the weak
(b) Five ways in which Christians can promote unity in the church today are:
Sensitizing /teaching believers that they are members of one body despite the difference in
beliefs and practices
Helping the poor/needy in the society
Forming welfare organizations to assist the people in case of need
Inviting members of other denominations in schools/free tours of worship in mission schools
The use of common syllabus for teaching CRE in schools
Offering guidance ad counseling to fellow Christian members.
12. a)five symbolic expressions used in teaching the unity of believers in the apostolic church
5 (a) seven reasons why pre-marital pregnancies were rare in Traditional African
Communities
(b) Six reasons why pre-marital sex was rare in the Traditional African Communities are:
Early marriages were arranged to control sexual urge
Some communities practiced female circumcision
Free mixing of boys and girls
Virginity was highly valued
There were established separate activities for boys and girls
sex offenders punished/fined
Adults especially elders acted as role models
Girls who got pregnant before marriage were forced to marry old men (6x1=6mk)
2. Christians may deal with issues of child labour and neglect (7mks)
practicing justice in way they deal with workers
advocating be for the right of the children
teaching others about Jesus attitude towards the children and calling them to be
accountable in they way they handle the children
reporting culprits of child labour/abuse to the authority
rescuing children who are employed and neglected by providing them with basic needs
educating parents that child abuse/abuse/neglect sinful before God
praying for those who moles/defile/neglect the children)
3. a) Ways in which the employer should show respect for the human dignity of employees
i. Pay them their worth/ give them wages which are commensurate with the work done. Should
not exploit the workers or underpay them/ delay payments
ii. Provide them with healthy and safe working conditions. Provide clean atmosphere and ensure
that their lives and health of the workers are protected
iii. Be sensitive and reasonable to the general welfare of employees by showing concern to their
needs and problems
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iv. Employee’s hours of work should be reasonable/ should not work for long hours without rest/
leisure. (If workers are to be productive, they need rest)
v. The work load allocated to workers should not be commensurate with the workers mental,
physical and intellectual ability and competence (avoid overtaxing workers)
vi. Workers should be allocated to take their leave or observe public holidays
vii. Show justice, fairness and practice charity towards employees especially to those who fall
sick, who become pregnant during bereavement, old age/ during retirement
viii. Should discharge redundant workers fairly and in human manner and do their best to find
other employment for them. Ensure job security (Any 9 points x 1 mark total 9 marks)
c) Reasons why a Christian should not resort to strike action as a way of presenting grievances
i. It is obedient to lawfully institute authority against Biblical teachings
ii. It leads to idleness/ laziness which is condemned in the Bible
iii. It wastes resources/ time
iv. It disrupts peaceful working atmosphere
v. Could lead to destruction of property
vi. Could lead to loss of life which is against the commandment of God
vii. It could lead to loss of employment/ suffering of individuals
viii. It leads to hatred bitterness/ frustration
(b) seven reasons why taking of alcohol as a way of spending leisure time is condemned
It wastes family resources
Leads to irresponsible sexual behavior like adultery and fornication
Leads to quarrels in the family/work places
Leads to poor health/diseases
Leads to separation and divorce
Leads to accidents e.g. on roads/ at work places
Leads to addiction
Leads to loss of means of livelihood/business/job
Leads to crime/irresponsible behaviour
Makes people vulnerable to risky behaviour which may lead to HIV/AIDS
Alcohol destroys brain cells hence one cannot work properly
Can affect ones upward mobility in work as one may not get promotion
It can lead to absenteeism at place of work
2. Four ways in which introduction of money economy has changed the African traditional
understanding of bride wealth
i) Bride wealth has became individualized
ii) It has been commercialized
iii) It is paid in cash rather than animals
iv) It is today subject to the lady’s status and inflation
v) Girls have become an investment to their parents
vi) It dehumanizes the girls
vii) Used to exploit men by the girls family
5. (a) Christian can contribute to the maintenance of law, order and justice.
(i) Obey and respect authorities.
(ii) Observe all laws.
(iii) Pay taxes.
(iv) Report errant members of society to law enforcement agents or authorities.
(v) Take part in decision making of the nation.
(vi) Respect and protect people’s property and lives.
(vii) Refuse to be bribed.
(viii) Practice love and charity.
2. (a) Ways in which a Christian can contribute to the conservation of the environment.
(i) A Christian should understand that environment was created and sanctified by God hence
should be kept Holy.
(ii) Teach others the importance of preserving the environment.
(iii) Make contributions towards the conservation of environment e.g. planting trees/ build
gabions etc.
(iv) Join others i.e. tree planting day.
(v) Not to participate on activities leading to destruction of the environment.
(c)Five ways modern science and technology undermine Christian teaching on respect to life.
(i) People are able to carry out abortions which lead to death of unborn/ not the mothers life /
mercy killing/ euthanasia
(ii) Cloning / test tube babies undermine human sexuality.
(iii).Machines / fertilizers pollute the environment thus endangering the lives of human beings.
(iv) Vasectomy / tubal litigation undermines God’s purpose for procreation.
(v) Weapons of mass destruction lead to loss of life.
(vi) Human beings have been rendered jobless due to modern science and technology.
(vii) Accidents caused by machines and vehicles lead to loss of lives.
(viii) Organ transplant/ plastic surgery undermine God’s creation.
5. (a) Seven ways in which science and technology has contributed to the spread f the Gospel
today are:
Printing press has been used to produce Christian literature /Bible
The production of cassettes with Christian songs
The use of public systems/microphones has enhanced evangelization zeal
The introduction of Braille had enabled the blind to read Christian messages
The use of cell phones /e-mail/internet to spread the gospel
The presence of large modern architectural designs/building with ample space for the church
The use of mass media in broadcasting he gospel
The production of Christian films
Modern means of transport that has facilitated the movement of priests/evangelists
(b) Four ways in which science and technology has promoted promiscuity in the society are;
The use contraceptive devices e.g. pills , condoms
The use of pornographic materials /literature
Poor dressing codes
Presence of lodges
Presence of night clubs/discotheques
Induced abortion
he use of hard drugs e.g. cocaine / mandrax
Influence form mass media/television
6. The role science and technology played in the evangelization process (8mks)
electronic media e.g. TV, radio are used to teach goodnews
the public address system is used to preach to a large congregation
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modern men of transport/communication ease the movement of evangelists
recorded cassette/CDS/DVDS are used to preach recorded sermons/music etc
modern musical instruments e.g. keyboard are used for accompaniment
computers/printing presses/type writers are used in putting the writings in text intended to
reach more people
technology in architecture has enabled teaches to put up sanctuaries from where preaching
is conducted
churches have used modern technology to equip hospitals for the treatment of the sick
scientific research has enabled evangelist to come up with effective methods in spreading
the gospel
7. Seven ways in which Christians make use of science and technology to spread the gospel
i. Through the use of electronic media e.g. radio, television, video cassettes, cinemas to preach/
teach the good news
ii. Christians use public address systems when preaching to large congregations during
Christian crusades, rallies and conventions. They make use of modern means of
communication, automobiles, aeroplanes and trains to travel from place to place to preach,
teach, evangelize and to send missionaries
iii. Christians make use of recorded cassettes to preach or for recording gospel music which
people can listen to.
iv. Christians make use of modern musical instruments, electronic guitars, key boards for
accompaniment in music
v. Christians use telephones, fax, postal services that are efficient and fast to stations, country to
country which are essential in running of the churches
vi. Use of typewriters, computers, printing machines has enabled the churches to put messages/
teachings in writing so that they can be read by more people or enable them print their
literature for wider readership
vii. Technology in architecture: Building technology has enabled the church not only to put
sanctuaries from where to preach to the people but also to put up other complexes e.g. halls,
schools offices for the work of the church
viii. In medicine, the churches have used modern technology to equip the hospitals and modern
medicine to treat the sick/ carry out the healing ministry
ix. Scientific research, innovations in different disciplines which have been adopted by the church
and this has contributed to their critically looking at methods and approaches sued in
spreading the gospel with the intention of changing to modern methods and approaches
x. The use of modern technology in industry, agriculture and commerce has helped to bring
more money to the churches which is essential in spreading the gospel and for work of the
church
xi. The use of modern equipment for leisure e.g. games, chama, social activities, parties has
helped enhance the work of the church
xii. Scientific discoveries and exploitations have gone a long way to affirm and attest the truth of
the gospels e.g. archeological discoveries (Any 9 points x 1 mark total 9 marks)
8 a) How science and Technology has helped to improve human life. KKC
i. Transport /communication has improved social interaction/faster movement.
ii. Improved efficiency at work where machine are sued.
iii. Improved Agricultural development hence increasing food production.
iv. Improved human understanding of their environment e.g weather forecasting.
v. Brought better healthcare through modern medical technology.
vi. Human beings are better placed in security matters by use of radar, alarms and electrical
fencing.
vii. Led to creation of job opportunities through industrial development.
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viii. Formal education and training has equipped human beings with new skills for survival.
b) five reasons why Christians are opposed to the term Abortion in the proposed constitution of
Kenya
i. May promote sexual immoralities
ii. May lead to rampant killing of urban children/murder
iii. It is disregard to the sacredness of life.
iv. May lead to other infections in the reproductive system.
v. May cause death of the mother.
vi. Mother may suffer depression and psychological disturbances because of guilt.
vii. May lead to conflict in marriage.
c) seven relationship that exist between the church and the state in Kenya
i. politicians support the church through making monetary contributions for the running of
church affairs.
ii. Both have the same goal of ensuring that people live in peace/harmony.
iii. The government through the local councils allocates premises to the church to build worship
place.
iv. The church supports the government in fight against corruption and other social evils.
v. Both work together in providing social amenities and creating job opportunities.
vi. Church –state co-operate in offering civic education to enlighten the masses on their duties.
vii. The church nourishes the spiritual growth of its members where as the state is concern with
the socio – economic affairs of its citizens.
viii. When the state fails to fulfill its duties to the citizens the church acts as its conscience by
rebuking it and offering possible solutions.
ix. Both deal with welfare of the people.
x. Co-operate in tackling many social issues that affects the people.