If King Xerxes struggled with giving in to his compulsions then the people around him struggled with compliance. Defying an all-powerful King is difficult when that King is constantly hovering laws and threats over your head. It would be great to say that we would stand against such tyranny but until you are in the moment you simply do not know. This week we are going to be introduced to Esther and her caregiver Mordecai who struggle with compliance although they remain sensitive to the plans of God. They are very much like us in every way and through their story perhaps we can learn how to confront inappropriate compliance with a resounding faith. Join us this Sunday as we study Esther 2 together through the sermon and small groups.
Part 2 | Searching for Depth in a Shallow World
January 22, 2023 • Pastor Travis Marsh • Esther 2:1–18
More from
Esther
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.