Ester Part 1 [A Time Such as This] - John Nichols

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Ester Part 1 [A Time Such as This] - John Nichols

June 25, 2023 • John Nichols • Esther 1:1—2:18

God Works in All Circumstances

We see a terrible king in this story but we serve a perfect Jesus.

Unredeemed Disappointment (Anger) makes bad situations worse

You can be a good influence in any situation.

Evil is never strong as it appears.

Ester was winning favor in the eyes of all who saw her.

Even in the most terrible scenario, you can act like a follower of God

Everybody will fall to the name of Jesus

God Makes the Way! - John Nichols

August 13, 2023 • Esther 6—10

God arranges, changes and controls the past and present to bring about a Future reality for your good and His Glory It is possible to see God's Providence in the Present. Realities to see God's Providence in the present: 1. God make a way! 2. God has the final word. 3. God is always present. 4. The Devil will hang. ( God fights for the good)

Hammers and Screwdrivers [ Ester P.2]- John Nichols

July 9, 2023 • John Nichols • Esther 2:19–23

Be Thoughtful with how faith is demonstrated. All God Given Roles are Valid and important Disciples want people to see Jesus living in them. Be thoughtful with non-believers Disciples treat all people honorably Our works reveal whom we love. A light on a hill cannot be hidden [ Matthew 5-14-16]

Plans and Passivity ( Ester 5) - John Nichols

August 6, 2023 • Esther 5

God arranges, changes and controls the Past and Present to bring about a Future reality for your God and His Glory If you don't plan for a partnership with God, he will work around you. If you want to walk with God, plan on stepping out in faith without knowing how things will end. Reject Passivity Take a risk for the Glory of God Be in position to be used by God. Don't Wait to know why.