GRADE 7 The seventh-grade program of the Christ Our Life series is devoted to the study of God’s saving love as it is revealed through his Son, Jesus. Jesus the Way, the Truth, and the Life is designed to help young people grow in their knowledge of Jesus, that they may love him more ardently and serve him more generously. Unit Chapter Theme Scripture Jesus Christ the Way Young people will demonstrate a deeper understanding of who Jesus is and will express their desire to follow him. 1. Jesus, the Son of God Jesus Christ, our Savior, is the Son of God, the Second Person of the Trinity. He is true God and true man. Luke 6:40; Colossians 1:15; Mark 16:15 2. Jesus, the Son of Man Jesus is truly human. He invites us to friendship with him, and we respond to this invitation by becoming his disciples. Revelation 3:20; John 15:14,15 3. Jesus, the Messiah Scripture is the inspired Word of God that reveals Jesus to us. Jeremiah 15:16; John 21:25; 2 Timothy 3:16; Matthew 11:27 4. Jesus, the Nazarene Jesus was a Jewish man who lived in first-century Palestine during the Roman occupation. Deuteronomy 6:4–5; John 1:14,17 5. Jesus and the Holy Family The Infancy Narratives reveal that Jesus is the Lord, the Son of God who saves us. Matthew 1:18—2:23; Luke 1:5—2:25,40 6. Jesus the Christ Jesus accepted his mission as Messiah at his baptism and was faithful to it during his temptation. Matthew 3:1–17; Matthew 11:11; Matthew 4:1–11; Mark 1:9–11; Luke 3:21–22; John 1:29–34; Hebrews 4:15 7. Jesus and the First Disciples Jesus called disciples, in particular Mary and the Apostles, to share in his mission. Mark 1:16–17; Luke 8:21; Philippians 3:8 8. Baptism and Confirmation In the sacraments, we receive and celebrate the life Jesus won for us. 1 Corinthians 10:17; 1 Peter 2:9 9. Unit 1 Review Through Jesus and with the Holy Spirit, God the Father is revealed to us. Isaiah 61:1–12, Matthew 16:24; 1 John 3:18; John 17:26; Matthew 7:21,24–27; John 1:1–2,10–12; John 14:6 Jesus Christ the Truth Young people will demonstrate an understanding of how to follow Jesus in daily life and articulate their responsibility to respect life. 10. Parables: Stories Jesus Told Some truths taught by Jesus and his Church are contained in parables. Matthew 13:3–9,13,18–46,22:2–14; Luke 12:16–21; Luke 8:10 11. Miracles and Signs: Jesus the Miracle Worker Jesus’ miracles reveal the Kingdom of God. John 10:37; Mark 2:1–12; Mark 4:35–41; John 2:1–12; Luke 8:25 12. Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick: Jesus the Healer Jesus continues to heal body and spirit in the sacraments. Matthew 8:16; Luke 15:11–32; 2 Corinthians 5:20 13. The Gospel of Life: Jesus the Teacher The Greatest Commandment calls us to respect life. Deuteronomy 30:15–20; Matthew 5:21–48; Matthew 22:36–40; Luke 10:29–37; Luke 6:27-38; 1 Corinthians 13:4-7; Genesis 1:27 14. The Beatitudes: Jesus the Light of the World In the Beatitudes, Jesus teaches us how to find true happiness and the joy of eternal life. Matthew 5:3–10; Mark 10:21; Romans 8:35,37 15. Kingdom of Justice and Truth: Jesus, King of the Universe Jesus calls us to live in honesty and faith, respecting others and the things of this world. Luke 19:1–10; James 3:5–6, John 14:23–27; Matthew 5:37 16. Kingdom of Love: Jesus the Sacred Heart A follower of Jesus reflects the love of Jesus’ own Sacred Heart. John 3:16; Ephesians 5:25–33; Romans 12:9–10 17. Unit 2 Review Jesus teaches us the truth that we can live by. Ephesians 4:15; Luke 16:19–31; Matthew 25:1–13; Matthew 18:21–35; Matthew 25:14–30; Matthew 13:44–46; Psalm 25:4–7; John 4:24 Jesus Christ the Life Young people will demonstrate a greater appreciation of the life Jesus won for us by his Death and Resurrection. They will express their personal call to holiness through acts of service and prayer. 18. Living Faith in Jesus Through faith and virtue, our life of grace grows, and we become more like Jesus. John 3:1–21; John 4:4–30; 2 Corinthians 9:8; Luke 9:18-21; 1 Timothy 4:12 19. Opposition to Jesus Jesus’ suffering led to eternal life and glory for him and for us. Hebrews 2:10; Luke 4:16–30; Luke 8:34–37; Mark 11:15-19; John 10:31–33; Matthew 12:22–24; John 8:54–59; John 11:1–53; Psalm 139:1-12; John 19:25-27; Hebrews 11:1 20. The Eucharist The Eucharist nourishes us with the Body and Blood of Jesus, uniting us with him and his Church. Mark 6:30–44; John 6:55–56 21. Jesus’ Final Hours Jesus’ suffering and Death won eternal life for us. John 12:24; Luke 22:39–49; Matthew 27:15–26; Mark 15:16–20; John 19:13–17; Matthew 26:36–46; 1 John 4:20–21; Luke 23:39–49; 1 John 3:16 22. The Victory of Jesus Jesus rose from the dead, ascended to the Father, and is still with us. Matthew 28:1–10; John 20:1–18,24–29; Luke 24:1–49; 1 Corinthians 15:54-55; Acts of the Apostles 1:6-12; Matthew 18:11–20; Romans 6:5 23. Alive in the Spirit The Holy Spirit came to the Church, making the members courageous witnesses and forming a community of love. Matthew 28:19–20; Acts of the Apostles 2:1–41; Galatians 5:22–23,25 24. Matrimony and Holy Orders Jesus calls each of us to be holy in a special vocation. 1 Thessalonians 4:3; 1 Peter 1:15–16 25. Unit 3 Review Jesus frees us from sin and leads us to life in God. John 3:1–5; John 4:47–53; John 3:16 1 2 3 Grade 7 Scope and Sequence Scope and Sequence
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