GraceSheetKidsEsther
Esther was just a young woman living in a foreign land when she became queen — and then found herself in the perfect position to save her entire people from a terrible plot. It took real courage to speak up, but she did, and it changed everything.
Big idea: God places us right where we are for a reason — sometimes for such a time as this.
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- Esther Becomes Queen. Esther is chosen as queen of the mighty Persian empire.
- Mordecai's Warning. Esther's cousin Mordecai tells her of a plot to destroy the Jewish people.
- Esther's Brave Request. Esther risks her life to approach the king and ask him to save her people.
- Her People are Saved. The king grants Esther's request, and her people are saved.
Where to Find Esther in the Bible
- Esther — her whole story
Where This Is in the Bible
Where this is in the Bible: Esther (OT #17 of 39) — out of all 66 books.
Character Traits to Teach
Brave · Wise · Willing to risk everything for others
Key Verses About Esther
- Esther 4:14 — Mordecai's challenge to Esther: perhaps she became queen "for such a time as this." Make a Esther 4:14 worksheet →
Teaching Ideas by Age
- Make a paper crown craft and talk about being brave like Esther.
- Act out Esther's request to the king.
- Discuss: what is one brave thing you could do to help someone this week?