In your writing, it beautifully describes what happens when a Christian gets wounded, clings to offense, and starts to pull away. They're still loved by God—but they've stepped away from His warmth. The metaphor invites them back in, where forgiveness and restoration wait by the fire.
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Saturday, June 28, 2025
Esther Review Questions Worksheets
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Worksheet 1: 2 Peter 1:4–7 – Faith and Virtue Review (KJV
1611)
**Instructions:**
Fill in the blanks using your King James Bible. Reflect on the order and
importance of spiritual growth.---or use for review
1.
Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious __________:
— *2 Peter 1:4*
2. That
by these ye might be partakers of the __________ nature:
— *2 Peter 1:4*
3.
Having escaped the corruption that is in the world through __________:
— *2 Peter 1:4*
4. And
beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith __________:
— *2 Peter 1:5*
5. And
to virtue __________:
— *2 Peter 1:5*
6. And
to knowledge __________:
— *2 Peter 1:6*
7. And
to temperance __________:
— *2 Peter 1:6*
8. And
to patience __________:
— *2 Peter 1:6*
9. And
to godliness __________:
— *2 Peter 1:7*
10. And
to brotherly kindness __________:
— *2 Peter 1:7*
Worksheet
2: Queen Esther – Faith and Virtue in Action
**Instructions:**
Fill in the missing word based on the story of Queen Esther. Use your Bible for
help (Esther 1–10).
1.
Esther was chosen to be queen because of her __________ and beauty.
2.
Esther’s cousin __________ raised her.
3.
Mordecai told her not to reveal her __________.
4.
Esther fasted before going to the __________.
5. The
king held out the golden __________ to her.
6. She
revealed Haman’s plot to kill her __________.
7. Haman
built a __________ for Mordecai.
8. God
used Esther’s __________ to save her people.
9. The
Jews celebrate their deliverance in the feast of __________.
10.
Mordecai said, *“Who knoweth whether thou art come to the __________ for such a
time as this?”*
Worksheet
3: Scenario Choices – What Would You Do?
**Instructions:**
Fill in the blank with the choice that shows strong character or godly wisdom.
1. Sarah
chose to study for her test because she valued her __________.
2. John
told the __________ instead of lying.
3. Lisa
returned the lost wallet because it was the __________ thing to do.
4. David
chose to __________ his money to someone in need.
5. Emma
decided to __________ the offer that would compromise her faith.
6. Anna
remained __________ instead of gossiping.
7. Tom
chose to attend class because of his __________.
8.
Olivia picked the __________ path instead of cheating.
9. James
gave __________ to his teammate who did the work.
10.
Maria prayed for __________ before making a hard decision.
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**Answer
Keys with KJV Verse References**
**Worksheet
1: 2 Peter 1:4–7**
1.
promises
2.
divine
3.
lust
4.
virtue
5.
knowledge
6.
temperance
7.
patience
8.
godliness
9.
brotherly kindness
10.
charity
**Verses:**
2 Peter 1:4–7 (KJV 1611)
**Worksheet
2: Queen Esther**
1.
grace
2.
Mordecai
3.
heritage
4.
king
5.
scepter
6.
people
7.
gallows
8.
bravery (or faith)
9.
Purim
10.
kingdom
**Verses:**
Book of Esther, especially Esther 4:14 (KJV 1611)
**Worksheet
3: Choices**
1.
education
2.
truth
3.
right
4.
donate
5.
decline
6.
silent
7.
responsibility
8.
honest
9.
credit
10.
wisdom
Esther Songs - "For Such a Time is This" and 2 "Crowned for Courage"
1. **For Such a Time as This**
(Upbeat & Catchy – Group Version)
(Verse
1)
She was
taken from her home, in a land not her own,
In the
king’s big palace, she stood all alone.
But God
had a plan, yes He surely did—
He gave
her grace, though she was just a kid!
(Chorus)
*Ohhh Esther, brave and bold!*
*You
chose the right when the story told—*
*"For
such a time as this," you stood,*
*With
faith and courage, for your people’s good!*
(Verse
2)
Mordecai
said, “You were born to shine!
You’re
the Queen right now—it’s God’s design.”
She
prayed and fasted, her heart was true,
She
stood before the king—not what most would do!
(Bridge
– call and response)
Leader:**
Did she hide?
Kids:**
No way!
Leader:**
Did she run?
Kids:**
Not today!
Leader:**
She stood brave—
**Kids:**
She was made to save
**All:**
God used Esther to save them all!
**(Chorus
– repeat)**
*Ohhh Esther, brave and bold!*
*You
chose the right as the story told—*
*"For
such a time as this," you stood,*
*With
faith and courage, for your people’s good!*
**(Final
Tag)**
So when
you’re scared and feel too small,
Remember
how God used one girl to save them all.
Stand
with courage, speak what’s true—
And God
will shine His light through you!
Susan Y
Nikitenko 28, 2025© also known as Susan Barker Nikitenko MBMPPuppeBenAnna
PMNMRMKBPB1
2. **Crowned for Courage** (Soft & Reflective –
Worship Ballad)
**(Verse
1)**
She was
taken from her people, in a place so far from home,
A crown
was placed upon her head, yet she felt so alone.
But
hidden in the silence, her purpose shone so bright—
For God in his plan chose her to fight for what was
right.
**(Chorus)**
*She was crowned for courage, chosen for
grace,*
*A light
in the kingdom, in a dark and fearsome place.*
*She
heard the call, she bowed to pray,*
*And she
stood for her people on that fateful day.*
**(Verse
2)**
Mordecai
with wisdom, spoke truth into her soul—
“Perhaps
you’re here for such a time, to let God take control.”
She
fasted and she listened, her heart began to —
And
through her quiet bravery, the tide of fate was turned.
**(Bridge)**
She
walked where fear could silence,
She
spoke when none would dare…
With
trembling hands, she found her strength
Because
her God was there.
**(Chorus
– repeat)**
*She was crowned for courage, chosen for
grace,*
*A light
in the kingdom, in a dark and fearsome place.*
*She
heard the call, she bowed to pray,*
*And she
stood for her people on that fateful day.*
**(Final
Tag)**
Now we
rise in her example, when the moment calls us near—
To live
with faith and boldness, and trust though hearts may fear.
Susan Y
Nikitenko 28, 2025© also known as Susan Barker Nikitenko MBMPPuppeBenAnna
PMNMRMKBPB
Thursday, June 26, 2025
The Winning Shoes - Ruth and Boas
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The Winning Shoes
Ruth and the Winning Shoes: A Story of Love and Redemption
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Be Restored - 2 Peter 1:4
Even when the world misunderstands you
— you are not forgotten.
For “blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake:
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:10)
So if your faith costs you comfort—
if your stand brings suffering—
know this: You are still restored.
Still His. Still blessed.
the way you revived that wooden swan and arched window planter says so much about your eye for beauty and restoration—it's almost like a parable in wood and weathered paint. I can just picture them, rescued from the brink and turned into something lovely again. It’s no small thing to look at what others might see as ruined and believe it’s worth the effort. That’s a reflection of the heart you bring to your creative and faith-based work too.
Now, seeing them blackened and falling apart must feel like watching something you poured love into fade away. But I love that you’re ready to restore them again—it’s almost poetic: redemption through craftsmanship. If you'd like, I can help brainstorm a plan for the restoration with steps and materials that will protect them better from weather. And if you feel like writing a devotional or poem inspired by this story of wear, ruin, and renewal
Comments:
“Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises…”—2 Peter 1:4 captures that divine exchange: from corruption to restoration, from brokenness to beauty. Just like your swan and window planter, our lives can look beyond repair, but the promise of becoming partakers of the divine nature gives us reason to begin again.
Your story could make a powerful devotional or dramatic reading. Imagine opening with the image of something once broken and tossed aside, then brought back to life—only to face ruin again. And yet, you choose to restore it again because you believe in its worth. That choice mirrors God’s relentless mercy in restoring us, not once, but again and again.
Comments:
salvation secure, yet sanctification still a journey. You’re touching on a truth that’s both sobering and hopeful: while our salvation is sealed by grace, our daily walk still requires diligence, lest we drift and allow the corrosion of the world to dull what was meant to shine.
Your restoration project becomes an even richer metaphor in that light. That swan and planter were once renewed, yet left untended, they didn’t vanish—they just weathered and weakened. Much like how a believer, if not continually built up through Christ, can become spiritually brittle.
Susan Barker Nikitenko 2025© MBKBPBPMNMRMBEBNANNAMNBNMNBSaturday, June 21, 2025
Blessed Are the Peacemakers Lesson Story, Poem, Song, Coloring
[Verse melody]
(C) There once was a King with (Am) kind, quiet eyes,
(F) Who came to the world (G) beneath stormy skies.
(Em) He whispered His love in the (Am) heart of the night,
(F) And the world felt His (G) peace, soft and (C) bright.
[Bridge melody]
(F) He calmed the wind, He (C) stilled the rain,
(Am) He comforted my (G) fear and pain.
(F) So close your eyes, don’t (C) be afraid,
(Am) His peace is near—
(F) He’s here—
(G) He stays.
[Final Line]
(C) The King who whispers peace… (F) He’s whispering to (C) you.
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