B-7 From Orphan to Queen

Option 1:

Theme: Standing Strong
Supplies: Four pieces of paper with the following labels: 

1. Suffering for consequences (Esther 1)
2. Reporting evil (Esther 2)
3. Pride and revenge (Esther 3)
4. Courage in the face of death (Esther 4)

Directions: Place labels in four different sections or corners of the room. Have children run to the correct label based on the scenario that is read.

• Your friend laughs and makes fun of another child. You refuse to participate, and your friend now shuns you.
• You tell the principal that someone is planning to hurt another student.
• You get angry because someone didn’t show you special respect.
• You speak up even though you might get in serious trouble.
• You overhear something dangerous and decide to report it.
• You want revenge because your feelings were hurt.
• You choose to do the right thing even if it could cost you friends.
• You choose to do right and suffer the consequences for doing it.
• You expose a secret plan that could harm others.
• You build yourself up and demand that everyone honor you.
• You step forward to protect others even though you are afraid.
• You refuse to lie for your boss and lose your job.
• You help your friend finish her book report even though she never says "thank you."
• You try to get even with someone who embarrasses you.
• You risk your safety to help someone.
• You report something wrong instead of pretending you didn’t see it.
• You become angry when someone doesn't treat you the way you think you should be treated.
• You prepare carefully, pray, and then face a frightening situation bravely.

Discussion: 

1. Which situation would have been hardest for you to stand strong in? Why?
2. What is the difference between pride and healthy confidence?
3. Why does courage sometimes require preparation (like prayer, planning, or advice)?
4. How can one brave decision affect many other people?