Esther 4 ends with a cliff hanger. Esther has resolved to embrace her Jewish Identity and go to the king on behalf of her people. Will the king kill her for approaching him uninvited? Will he grant her request? Will she perish along with the rest of her people when Haman's edict goes into effect? Part 5 of our sermon series answers some of these questions and moves us closer to the story's climax and resolution. It will also focus our attention on the characters' faith and idolatry, as well as our own.
Part 5 | Esther's Intervention
February 12, 2023 • Pastor Kevin Timmons • Esther 5
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Part 9 | The Reversal Realized
March 12, 2023 • Pastor Kevin Timmons • Esther 9, Esther 10
In the final chapters of Esther, the reversal of the Jews' fate is realized. They defeat their enemies and inaugurate the feast of Purim. Throughout the entire story Esther and Mordecai have had moments where they've shined. But they also have had moments where they've fallen short. Throughout it all, God's providence has been on display and pointed us to the great reversal we experience through Christ's death and resurrection: Salvation from sin and death.
Part 8 | Esther as Mediator
March 5, 2023 • Pastor Travis Marsh • Esther 8
Jesus extends his grace and mercy to all who reach out to him. He is our mediator between life and death. In Jesus we have life, life abundant. Esther is in a position of being a mediator in Chapter 8. She is in the position of protecting God’s people from certain death and giving them an opportunity for life. Join us as we learn about the importance of Jesus as our mediator through the example of Esther.
Part 7 | The Courage of Esther
February 26, 2023 • Pastor Travis Marsh • Esther 7
Esther's people are in peril and the only way to rescue them is by placing her own life in harm's way. Most people tend to struggle with confrontation especially when the stakes are so high. However, the time has come for the Queen to confront the King. Join us as we learn about Esther's confrontation in Chapter 7 and how we might become bold in our own faith through her example.