The king had a proud helper named Haman. Everyone had to bow down to Haman.
Mordecai wouldn't bow. He only bowed to God. Haman was so angry!
Haman made an evil plan to get rid of all the Jewish people in the kingdom. He tricked the king into signing the law. Everyone was scared.
Key Verse
Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand.Proverbs 19:21, ESV
Talk About It
Why do you think Mordecai wouldn't bow?
Story Questions
Who wouldn't bow to Haman?
Mordecai
What did Haman plan?
To harm all the Jewish people
What did Haman use to pick the day?
Lots, called pur
Try This Today
Make a noisemaker with a cup and beans. Shake it every time you hear Haman's name, just like people do at the Purim celebration!
Pray Together
God, I know your plans are stronger than any bad plan. Amen.