Esther
Esther Saves the Jews — Esther 4–7
Overview
Esther risks her life to plead for her people, and God uses her courage to deliver the Jews from destruction.
Details
Key KJV PassageEsther 4:14 — “Who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”
Main CharactersEsther, Mordecai, King Ahasuerus, Haman, and the Jewish people.
Lesson / ThemeCourage, wisdom, and providence work together as God protects His people.
Connection to ChristEsther’s intercession for her people points to Christ, who intercedes and gives Himself to save His people.
Memory VerseEsther 4:14.
Discussion QuestionsWhy was Esther afraid to go before the king? How did Mordecai encourage her? What does this story teach about courage and timing?