The king couldn't undo his law, but he made a new one: “God's people can protect themselves!”
On the scary day, God's people were safe. Their enemies were defeated.
Mordecai became the king's top helper. Everyone celebrated with a big party called Purim! They still celebrate it today.
Key Verse
You have turned for me my mourning into dancing.Psalm 30:11, ESV
Talk About It
How did God turn sad into happy in this story?
Story Questions
What is the celebration called?
Purim
Who became the king's top helper?
Mordecai
What do people give each other at Purim?
Gifts of food
Try This Today
Bake or buy cookies and give them as gifts to friends or neighbors, like people do at Purim.
Pray Together
God, thank you for turning sadness into dancing. Amen.