Pride and Prejudice

Grace Fellowship Church - TN

Pride and Prejudice

November 3, 2024 • Joel Owen • Esther 3

Chapter 3 of Esther sees the queen take a back seat in the story while a man named Haman steps into a position of power. This is a man who handles rejection even worse than King Xerxes, and it sets up a conflict that will dominate the rest of the book.

Purim and Peace

December 1, 2024 • Joel Owen • Esther 9—10

The celebration of Purim is not just about looking back at the triumph over Haman's evil plot; it’s also about the peace and security that comes afterward, a peace that enables the Jewish people to live freely in the empire.

Triumph and Thanksgiving

November 24, 2024 • Joel Owen • Esther 7—8

This message looks at the great reversal of fortune for the Jews as Esther confronts her accuser and finds favor in the eyes of the king. But there are still battles to be fought even as victory seems ready to declare.

Haman’s Humiliation

November 17, 2024 • Joel Owen • Esther 5—6

The time has come for Esther to go to the king on behalf of her people. But just when we think things may get better, they actually get worse! Especially for Mordecai. Will God intervene? Will Esther’s plan succeed? Thanks for joining us as we look at Esther 5 and 6.