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God Is At Work Even When We Do Not Know It

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 27, 2018

The book of Esther provides insight into what God is doing when He chooses to remain silent.

A Study of the Book of Esther God Is At Work Even When We Do Not Know It! Esther 1:1-22 Esther is a very unusual book. It almost did not make into the canon of ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Defiance Of The Queen Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 2, 2021

Queen Vashti was expected to behave in a way contrary to conscience and she refused the king's command. Her refusal was the right decision to make, but it cost her dearly. Living upright will not always gain one the favor of the world.

The Defiance of the Queen Esther 1: 10-22 As we consider our text today, we must do so in light of the preceding verses. King Ahasuerus had thrown a six month long party, culminating with a seven day finale. He had provided an elaborate escapade for all the princes and servants within the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:10-22

Denomination: Baptist

Providence Through Women Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 21, 2021

The surprising thing is you have what you have because of the providence of God in the lives of women like Vashti. She was used to save Judaism, and this is our heritage as Christians.

Paul Aurandt tells this fascinating true story that deals with the paradox of positive rebellion. In April of 1847 it looked as if Mexico was ready to make peace with the United States. President James Polk chose Nicholas Trist to go as a peace commissioner. On his way Trist spoke to reporters ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:10-22

Eat, Drink And Be Merry, For Tomorrow I Will Be Humiliated Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 3, 2015

A study of the book of Ester chapter 1 verses 3 through 22

Ester 1: 3 – 22 Eat, Drink And Be Merry, For Tomorrow I Will Be Humiliated 1 Now it came to pass in the days of Ahasuerus (this was the Ahasuerus who reigned over one hundred and twenty-seven provinces, from India to Ethiopia), 2 in those days when King Ahasuerus sat on the throne of his ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:3-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Don't Get Tripped Up Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 12, 2015

This is the 1st sermon in the series "God Is Here". We must not allow the enemy to trip us up.

Series: God Is Here [#1] DON’T GET TRIPPED UP Esther 1:1-22 Introduction: How many times have you watched things happen that you have no control over? The Supreme Court rulings, the price of gasoline, etc…; and it makes you wonder if God has taken a break. I have heard more than ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

It's Fun To Be King Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Aug 21, 2015

study of the book of Esther

It's Fun to Be King Esther 1 1. Prestige - Image is everything - vs. 4-7 2. Power - Can you say, "control freak"? - vs. 10-12 3. Pride - Do not challenge my power - vs. 15-18 4. Problem - The crown will fall ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This Part 1

Contributed by Greg Laurie on Feb 21, 2014

We learn that our lives belong to God. He created us, called us, gifted us, and now wants to use us.

A True Fairy Tale? Everybody seems to like a fairy tale (especially little girls). My granddaughters love for me to make up fairy tales, and they always want to be in them. They act out the parts as I tell the story and they always want there to be princesses, fairies, and of course a wicked ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Upright Trouble Of An Upside-Down World Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Jan 22, 2015

Some romance, some violence, a lot of action and has a plot that contains more twists than Downton Abbey. The main characteristics of the story of Esther in one word is REVERSAL...

I don’t like sweets, this is one unfortunate handicap for a pastor. While visiting people, I found myself in a difficult position: somewhere between accepting that sweet treat, a piece of cake or sugary dink and force myself to swallow. Or to refuse and look like a health freek more ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Beauty And The Feast Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Jan 22, 2015

Vashti reminds us that in a world of money, sex, power, and applause, the foundation of true greatness is moral integrity. But when you run against the kings of our world, when you stand for what is right, history will never be the same.

I know you remember your wedding. Mine was memorable not because I married the prettiest girl in the world, but because of the circumstances. For the reception we were prepared to feed around 250 people, but more than 500 came so… no seating place. We had to clean the place for the second ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When Bad Things Hapen Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 6, 2016

Job is a man with abundant blessings and a sincere faith. Still he experiences tragic loss.

Job 1:1-22 “When Bad Things Happen” INTRODUCTION There are times when we believe in ideas that are not true. Though it may not make much sense here in the Valley of the Sun, but I grew up believing that if I didn’t dress warm enough for the harsh fall and winter days I ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

A Queen Says No Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 29, 2020

In Esther, we will learn that God is at work in spite of appearances. Often it is behind the scenes, quietly weaving circumstances together in order to bring about His will for our good and His glory.

For Such a Time as This: A Queen Says No Esther 1:9-21 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 07-19-2020 Party Animal Last week, we began our study of the book of Esther and found ourselves looking in on not one but two huge parties. Xerxes, the king, held a banquet of feasting ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Esther Series Part 1

Contributed by Jack Martin on May 10, 2023

INTRO : Its the account of a captive jewish maiden who amazingly is elevated to the throne of the persian Queen....

Unrest In The Palace Series Scripture: Esther 1:1-22 Summary: Part one of a series on the book of Esther INTRO : Hidden away in the obscure corner of the Old Testament, Esther is a beautiful story of human love & palace intrigue. The setting is in the days of Israels captivity under the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Coincidence, Or God At Work?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 28, 2023

God has worked behind the scenes many times that people say are "just coincidences." Someone has defined “coincidence” as “a miracle for which God chooses to remain anonymous.” I'm convinced that can be seen in the Book of Esther! (PowerPoints Available - #387)

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (PowerPoints used with this message are available at no charge. Just email me at mnewland@sstelco.com and ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:4-18, Esther 2:17-23, Esther 4:12-16, Esther 5:14, Esther 6:3-6, Esther 7:2-5, Esther 3:2-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ