Sunday School - The Truth About Covenant

Feb 1, 2026

Lesson 09

February 01, 2026

LESSON TEXT

Esther 4:5–16

Focus Verse

Esther 4:14

For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou and thy father’s house shall be destroyed: and who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?

Truth about covenant

God is present even when He seems absent or silent.

my response to covenant

I will partner with God in faith to do what He calls me to do.

Covenant context

After the Medes and Persians conquered the Babylonians, a contingent of Hebrews remained in Persia. Among them was Mordecai and his young cousin, Hadassah. Again, God protected the Jews, even in a foreign land, and showed Himself faithful to His covenant people.

TEACHING OUTLINE

Icebreaker: If you could know the outcome of any present situation in your life, which one would you choose?

Teacher Tip: Connect the group’s answers to the uncertainty Mordecai and Esther must have felt as they heard that the Jews were in danger.

Lesson Connection: Share the Lesson Connection.

i. MORDECAI’S CHOICE TO REMAIN FAITHFUL

Discuss: What are some ways parents can raise their children to honor their heritage, their faith, and their God?

A. Mordecai Refused to Bow to Haman

B. Haman’s Threat

C. No matter societal pressure, I will remain true to my covenant identity.

Discuss: Have you ever felt pressure to compromise your identity as a covenant child of God? Explain.

ii. ESTHER’S CHOICE TO GET INVOLVED

A. Mordecai’s Challenge