Discussion Questions
Discuss the story in small groups using the following questions. {10–15 minutes}
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Who is the enemy of God’s people in this story? What does he plan to do to them? Who else have been enemies of God’s people in the Old Testament?
Takeaway
God’s people have always had enemies.
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When Esther heard about Haman’s evil plan, what did she do? Why was this so brave? What can we learn from Esther?
Takeaway
Like Esther, be brave.
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Why do you think God made Esther to be queen in Persia? How did God use Esther to save the Jews from their enemy Haman?
Takeaway
God always has a plan to save his people.
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Jesus’s enemies had him crucified, but how did God use their evil plan to save his people? What three big enemies did Jesus defeat on the cross?
Takeaway
Jesus destroyed Satan, sin, and death.
