Purpose: Run a complete Bible TEFL lesson using the Scripture Text PDF and the Bible Lesson PDF as the student reading material.
Recommended Level: A2–B1 | Lesson Length: 30–45 minutes
1) Lesson Overview
- Theme: faith, humility, authority, intercessory prayer, and trusting the word of Jesus.
- Skills: Reading, listening, vocabulary building, discussion, speaking practice, and personal reflection.
- Outcome: Student can explain why Jesus praised the centurion’s faith and describe how believers can pray confidently for others.
Tutor tip: Begin with the Bible text first. Then have the student read the Bible lesson. The lesson explains the passage and gives the student more vocabulary and ideas for discussion.
2) Suggested Lesson Flow
- Open with two warm-up questions.
- Read Matthew 8:5-13 aloud or silently.
- Ask the student to summarize the Bible text in 2–3 sentences.
- Read the Bible Lesson PDF.
- Review vocabulary.
- Use the discussion and speaking questions.
- Finish with a short writing or reflection task.
3) Warm-Up Questions
- Have you ever asked someone to help another person?
- Why is it sometimes hard to ask for help?
- What does it mean to trust someone’s word?
4) Vocabulary
| Word/Phrase | Meaning | Tutor Prompt |
|---|---|---|
| centurion | a Roman officer who commanded about one hundred soldiers | “Why would a centurion understand authority?” |
| servant | a person who works for another person | “How did the centurion show concern for his servant?” |
| paralyzed | unable to move part or all of the body | “Why could the servant not help himself?” |
| authority | the right or power to command, lead, or act | “How did the centurion compare his authority to Jesus’ authority?” |
| worthy | deserving honor, respect, or a privilege | “Why did the centurion say he was not worthy?” |
| faith | trust and confidence in God | “What made the centurion’s faith great?” |
| intercede | to speak or pray for someone else | “How did the centurion intercede for his servant?” |
| confident prayer | prayer offered with trust in God’s power and goodness | “How can Christians pray confidently for others?” |
5) Bible Text Comprehension
- Who came to Jesus in Capernaum?
- What was wrong with the centurion’s servant?
- What did Jesus say He would do?
- Why did the centurion say Jesus did not need to come to his house?
- What amazed Jesus?
- What happened to the servant?
6) Bible Lesson Discussion
- According to the Bible lesson, what kinds of people came to Jesus for help?
- Why did the centurion believe Jesus only needed to speak?
- How does the lesson connect Jesus’ healing power with the Word of God?
- What does the lesson teach about praying for people who are beyond human help?
- How can believers share hope, comfort others, and pray for them?
7) Speaking Practice
- Retell the story of the centurion in your own words.
- Explain the sentence: “Only say the word, and my servant will be healed.”
- Describe a time when someone prayed for another person.
- What can this passage teach us about humility?
- What can this passage teach us about confidence in Jesus?
8) Writing Task
- Option A: Summarize Matthew 8:5-13 in 6–8 sentences.
- Option B: Explain why Jesus praised the centurion’s faith.
- Option C: Write a short paragraph about how Christians can pray for others with confidence.
Fluency Tip: Ask the student to use sequence words: first, then, after that, finally. This helps the student retell the Bible story clearly.
9) Wrap-Up
Wrap-up: Matthew 8:5-13 teaches that Jesus has authority over sickness, distance, and every human limitation. The centurion trusted Jesus’ word, and Jesus praised his great faith.
Final question: “How can this Bible passage help us pray for others today?”