Last reviewed: 2 November 2026
Updated November 2026. These Grade 6 CRE notes on Christian living cover Strand 5.0 of the Grade 6 CRE curriculum in full: friendship formation, human sexuality, the sanctity of life, and alcohol, drugs and substance abuse. For each sub-strand you get the Bible verses named in the curriculum, what they teach, the values and life skills learners should show, and practical examples from a Kenyan child’s life. A short self-test with answers closes the page.
The four sub-strands and their readings come from the Christian Living strand in the KICD Grade 6 CRE curriculum design (revised 2024), which suggests about 21 lessons for the strand. Parents can use these notes to start honest conversations at home.
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Grade 6 CRE Notes on Christian Living: Overview
| Sub-strand | Bible readings | Key question |
|---|---|---|
| 5.1 Friendship formation (6 lessons) | 1 Corinthians 15:33; Proverbs 13:20-21; Proverbs 16:28-29 | Why is it important to have good friends? |
| 5.2 Human sexuality (7 lessons) | 1 Corinthians 6:18-20; 2 Timothy 2:22; James 1:14-16 | How can you avoid irresponsible sexual behaviour? |
| 5.3 Sanctity of life (4 lessons) | Exodus 20:13; Matthew 5:21-24 | How can you uphold the sanctity of life? |
| 5.4 Alcohol, drugs and substance abuse (4 lessons) | Ephesians 5:18; Hosea 4:11 | Why do young people abuse alcohol and drugs, and how can you avoid it? |
5.1 Friendship Formation
What the Bible teaches: “Bad company corrupts good character” (1 Corinthians 15:33). Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm (Proverbs 13:20). A gossip separates close friends and a violent person leads others astray (Proverbs 16:28-29).
Qualities of a good friend: honest, kind, respectful, trustworthy, hardworking, God-fearing and willing to correct you gently.
Why good friends matter: they encourage you to study, pray and behave well; they support you when you are sad; and they help you avoid trouble.
Avoiding negative peer influence: learn to say “no” firmly, choose friends who share good values, stay busy with clubs, sports and church groups, and talk to a parent, teacher or pastor when friends pressure you.
5.2 Human Sexuality
Changes in adolescence: boys and girls go through physical changes (growth spurts, body hair, voice changes in boys, the start of periods in girls) and emotional changes (mood swings, wanting more independence, new feelings). These changes are normal; cope with them by eating well, keeping clean, resting, and talking to trusted adults.
What the Bible teaches: Christians should flee from sexual immorality because the body is a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:18-20). Young people should flee youthful desires and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace (2 Timothy 2:22). Temptation comes from our own desires and leads to sin when we give in (James 1:14-16).
Causes of irresponsible sexual behaviour among the youth: peer pressure, idleness, harmful content on phones and the internet, drugs and alcohol, lack of guidance from parents, and poverty.
Values and life skills to avoid it: self-control, self-esteem, decision-making, assertiveness (saying no clearly), respect for oneself and others, and choosing good friends and activities.
5.3 Sanctity of Life
Meaning: life is sacred because it is a gift from God, so every person’s life must be respected and protected.
What the Bible teaches: “You shall not murder” (Exodus 20:13). Jesus taught that even anger and insults against another person are wrong, and that we should make peace with others before bringing our gifts to God (Matthew 5:21-24).
Practices that violate the right to life: murder, fighting and violence, careless driving and ignoring road safety rules, abortion, suicide, neglect of children and the sick, and drug abuse.
Effects: loss of life, grief and broken families, fear in the community, and punishment by the law.
Virtues that protect life: love, kindness, forgiveness, responsibility and obedience to rules such as road safety. The design has learners role-play crossing the road safely: stop, look right, look left and right again, and cross at a zebra crossing where there is one.
5.4 Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Abuse
What the Bible teaches: “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit” (Ephesians 5:18). Wine and new wine take away understanding (Hosea 4:11).
Tricks used to trap young people: free samples from “friends”, sweets or snacks laced with drugs, claims that drugs make you clever or popular, music and adverts that make drinking look cool, and dares from peers.
Dangers: damage to health (liver, lungs, brain), poor performance and dropping out of school, addiction, crime, accidents, and broken relationships with family and God.
How Christians help prevent abuse: teaching and counselling in church, youth fellowships and clubs that keep young people busy, prayer and support for addicts, and good examples from parents and leaders.
What the government does: Kenya has a state body, NACADA (the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse), which coordinates the national campaign against alcohol and drug abuse. The police and courts arrest and punish drug traffickers, and laws control where, when and to whom alcohol can be sold.
Values and life skills to stay safe: self-awareness, assertiveness, decision-making, choosing good friends, and telling a trusted adult if someone offers you drugs.
Self-Test With Answers
- Complete the verse: “Bad company corrupts…” Answer: “…good character” (1 Corinthians 15:33).
- According to 1 Corinthians 6:19, what is the body? Answer: a temple of the Holy Spirit.
- Which commandment protects the sanctity of life? Answer: “You shall not murder” (Exodus 20:13).
- Give two life skills that help a learner avoid drugs. Answer: any two of assertiveness, decision-making, self-awareness, choosing good friends.
- Name the government body that coordinates the campaign against alcohol and drug abuse in Kenya. Answer: NACADA.
More Grade 6 CRE
Christian Living is the last of five strands in Grade 6 CRE. For Creation, the Bible stories, the life of Jesus and the Church, read the full Grade 6 CRE notes. CRE is assessed at the end of Grade 6 in the Religious Education section of the KPSEA Creative Arts and Social Studies paper, which the KNEC 2026 KPSEA timetable set at 1 hour 40 minutes.
Practise free on the Grade 6 CBC Challenge, or see all subjects on the Grade 6 notes hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics are in Grade 6 CRE Christian living?
Four sub-strands: friendship formation, human sexuality, sanctity of life, and alcohol, drugs and substance abuse.
What does the Bible say about friendship in Grade 6 CRE?
1 Corinthians 15:33 warns that bad company corrupts good character, and Proverbs 13:20 says walking with the wise makes you wise, so Christians should choose morally upright friends.
What is the sanctity of life?
It is the teaching that life is sacred because it is a gift from God, so it must be respected and protected, as the commandment “You shall not murder” (Exodus 20:13) shows.
How can a Grade 6 learner avoid drugs and alcohol?
By choosing good friends, saying no firmly, staying busy with clubs, sports and church activities, and telling a parent or teacher if anyone offers them drugs.
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