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My Bible Story
When Esther learned her people were in danger, she told everyone to fast and pray for three days. Jesus also taught about fasting — saying we should do it secretly, not to impress others. Fasting helps us focus on God and grow spiritually.
What This Teaches Us
- Fasting helps us seek God with our whole heart.
- It strengthens prayer and spiritual focus.
- Fasting is not for show — God sees the heart.
- God responds to humble prayer and fasting.
Memory Verse
“When you fast… your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” — Matthew 6:18
Activities
- Prayer & Fast Plan: Kids choose something to “give up” for a day.
- Focus on God Board: Children draw things to focus on instead of screens or snacks.
- Esther’s Courage Collage: Create a collage showing prayer and fasting.
Prayer
Lord, teach me how to fast with a sincere heart. Help me seek You above everything. Amen.
Discussion Questions
- Why did Esther call for a fast?
- What does fasting help us do?
- Why should fasting be done secretly?
- Is there something you can “give up” to grow closer to God?
Quiz
- Esther asked the people to…
A. Fight
B. Fast
C. Party
D. Play - Fasting helps us…
A. Sleep
B. Distract ourselves
C. Seek God
D. Ignore God - Jesus said fasting should be…
A. Secret
B. Public
C. Loud
D. Proud - God sees…
A. Only our outside
B. Our hearts
C. Only crowds
D. Nothing - Fasting is…
A. Punishment
B. A spiritual discipline
C. Fun only
D. Eating more