Download Lesson: 9.12.21 Class Notes – Esther 7
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Not only is there a personal lesson here, but there is also a lesson about the nation of Israel: Every enemy that has ever tried to destroy Israel has been destroyed. “I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse him who curses you” is God’s promise to Israel (Gen. 12:3, NKJV), and He has always kept it. God takes His promises seriously even if the nations of the world ignore them or challenge them.
Download Lesson: 9.5.21 Class Notes – Esther 6
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As much as we detest Haman and his foul deeds, we must keep in mind that God loves sinners and wants to save them. God is long-suffering and brings various influences to bear upon people’s hearts as He seeks to turn them from their evil ways.
Download Lesson: 8.22.21 Class Notes – Esther 5
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God is still on His throne in every circumstance of life. His throne represents His sovereignty He is never taken by surprise by the events that happen in our life. Let’s approach His throne of grace boldly and with confidence, knowing that as His child, we have His favor as he works out His purpose for each of us. And no matter what, because He has our best interest at heart, we will trust whatever the outcome is.
Download Lesson: 8.15.21 Class Notes – Esther 4
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We cannot help but see a modern spiritual application of these chapters. Satan is the destroyer, and millions of people are going to go to hell unless somebody rescues them. Some Christians are like the king—eating and drinking and enjoying life, unconcerned about the danger. Others, like Mordecai, are deeply concerned to save the condemned people. And there are the Esther’s too, who sacrifice themselves to intercede on behalf of the lost. Which are you?
Download Lesson: 8.8.21 Class Notes – Esther 3
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While others bowed to Haman, Mordecai refused to worship him because of his Jewish faith—as Daniel had declined to worship Darius (Dan. 6).