While the basic narrative is well known and the subject of a few different film adaptations. The book of esther in the bible is a dramatic account which can give us insight into gods special and purposeful plan for our lives. Its about the providence of god and his ability to accomplish his will, despite the imperfections of his people. Sermons on esther first presbyterian church, jackson, mississippi. Five things about esther that nobody talks about jews. By spending a moment focusing on esther as an individual and addressing the very real and horrible things this woman of god endured, we are able to more clearly see her character and courage and god s redemptive love at work in spite of the sins of man.
Sermons on esther first presbyterian church, jackson. The story of esther, as told by graeme codrington at gracepoint methodist church on 2 august 2015. The title for our series of studies in the book of esther is sudden reversals. Remember, the babylonians conquered the jewish people, destroyed jerusalem and carried many. Were introduced to him at the beginning of the book of esther where he has staged a grand. Sermon on esther sermon outline by kevin cauley from the book of esther showing us the great lessons that can be gleaned from this great story. When god seems far away book of esther unlocking the bible. And yet, as the book unfolds, those who hear a series of sermons through esther will be encouraged to trust gods promises in their own lives. Esther is a beautiful book, but is often misunderstood. And, he didnt create esther s beauty and finesse for her and her alone. And who knows but that you have come to the royal palace for such a time as this esther 4. Humanly speaking, the book of esther makes it seem highly unlikely that gods promises will be kept.
Esther was placed in a royal position to assist in the delivery of gods divine plan. The book of esther a sermon by graeme codrington youtube. Now if you would, take your bibles and turn with me to the book of esther chapter 2. And yet, as the book unfolds, those who hear a series of sermons through esther will be encouraged to trust gods promises in their own lives, despite the circumstances. Free access to sermons on esther, church sermons, illustrations on esther. This is probably because god was awfully silent during this period as israels sin against him had reached its peak. Net sermon outlines bible lessons bible questions bulletin articles site index more. Haman has issues buys off king for holocaust heyday, 5.
This sermon series is not about the virtues of the people who saved the jews from certain genocide. So her cousin name mordecai decided to take care of her. If youre using a church bible, youll find that on page 410 and 411. The book of esther is often scrutinized for the lack of any reference to god in it. One day king xerxes, the king of persia gave a notice to all cities. This silence doesnt mean that god was inactive though. Captive israel in sackcloth and ashes key verses esther 4. The book of esther 6 powerful life lessons from the bible.
For such a time as this sermon by galen hackman, esther. Esther long time ago, there was a girl called hadassah. If you were with us last lords day evening in chapter 1, you would have seen one such sudden reversal. Chapter one opens with the abundance of lavish festivals and feasts of king ahasuerus of persia.