After three days, Esther put on her royal robes and went to see the king. He held out his gold scepter. She was safe!
Esther invited the king and Haman to a special dinner. At the dinner she said, “Someone wants to hurt me and my people!” The king asked, “Who?” Esther pointed: “Haman!”
The king was so angry! Haman's evil plan came back on him. Esther's courage saved her people.
Key Verse
Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute.Proverbs 31:8, ESV
Talk About It
Who needs someone to speak up for them?
Story Questions
What did the king hold out to Esther?
His golden scepter
Who did Esther say was the enemy?
Haman
Why couldn't the king sleep?
God was working, and he had his records read
Try This Today
Talk about a time someone was being left out or picked on. Practice what you could say to stand up for them.
Pray Together
God, help me speak up for people who need help. Amen.