Esther Saves Her People
A Queen with Extraordinary Courage
The Story
Esther 1-10
Esther was a Jewish girl living in Persia with her cousin Mordecai. When the king was looking for a new queen, Esther was chosen. But she kept her Jewish identity a secret!
A powerful man named Haman hated the Jewish people and convinced the king to make a law to destroy them all. Mordecai sent a message to Esther: 'Maybe you were made queen for just this moment!'
There was a big problem — anyone who approached the king without being invited could be killed, even the queen! Esther prayed and fasted for three days, then said: 'If I must die, I must die. I will go!'
Esther went to the king and he welcomed her. She bravely told him that Haman was trying to destroy her people. The king was furious at Haman and the Jewish people were saved! God had placed Esther in exactly the right position.
What Can We Learn?
God Places You on Purpose
Esther was exactly where she needed to be! God has put YOU in your life, family, and school on purpose.
Courage Means Doing It Afraid
Esther was terrified but still went. Courage isn't feeling brave — it's doing the right thing anyway.
Pray Before You Act
Esther prayed and fasted for three days before acting. Always seek God's help first!
Stand Up for Others
Esther risked her life for her people. Sometimes we are called to stand up for others even when it's costly.
Memory Verse
“Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?”
Esther 4:14 (NLT)
Character Spotlight
Esther
Courageous Queen
Fun Facts:
- ★Her Hebrew name was Hadassah
- ★Raised by her cousin Mordecai after her parents died
- ★Fasted three days before approaching the king
Lessons from Esther:
- ✓God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways
Mordecai
Esther's Cousin & Advisor
Fun Facts:
- ★Raised Esther as his own daughter
- ★Refused to bow to Haman
- ★Was honored by the king after Haman's defeat
Lessons from Mordecai:
- ✓Standing for what is right always wins in the end
Prayer Time
Read this prayer out loud!
Dear God, thank You for putting me exactly where I am for a reason. Give me Esther's courage to stand up for what is right and to speak up for others, even when I am afraid. Amen.
Family Discussion
Talk about these questions together!
What does 'for such a time as this' mean for your life?
Why was it so hard for Esther to go to the king? What helped her be brave?
Is there someone in your life you can stand up for this week?
Fun Activities
Activities to reinforce the story!
Color Queen Esther
Color brave Queen Esther in the palace!
Draw Your Purpose
Draw something God might have placed you here to do!
Esther Word Search
Find the hidden words from the story!
