Reply To: More Lessons of Esther

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Reply To: More Lessons of Esther

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October 2, 2017 at 3:22 pm #5099

Rae

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The story of Esther made a big impression on me, too. I had seen the Hollywood version but never read the full Bible account. Interesting how the king had a sleepless night and was guided (by the Holy Spirit) to read the log book that mentioned Mordecai’s valiant deed.

Back then, it was punishable by death to approach the King without his initiating the request. I learned from Esther’s patience in carefully laying out a plan to invite the King and Haman to lunch rather than blurting out the whole truth when she first had the chance. She advised Mordecai and the Jews to pray and fast for three days before she approached the king in her finest, hoping to capture his attention for an audience. Three days to overcome fear of death for her and her people. I love how God raised Esther up for just such an occasion to save His people from perishing under the rulership of a Persian King. Otherwise the whole Jewish lineage would have changed drastically. Haman’s ten sons were hanged instead.

Thanks for the post!