The Book of Esther Chapters 1&2
Introduction
King Xerxes – The King who rules over 127 provinces. His Palace was in Susa.
Queen Vashti – A Queen with equal popularity, specially made for the King and serves as a role model to other women in the kingdom.
The Enuches -Royal Officials. The are loyal to the kings
The Advisers – These are wise men and are knowledgeable on the Law of the Land. Closest to the King with the highest rank.
Mordecai – A jew, tribe from Benjamin. Cousin of Esther, son of Jair. They have been exiled from Jerusalem. He works at the Palace Gate.
Esther – A Virgin Jewish, Cousin of Mordecai. Her Jewish name is Hadassah
Hegai – The Ennuch in the Palace in charge of the Queens replacement
Haman – The most powerful official in the Empire
The Winning Nuggets Esther 1,2
1.We must Guide Gracefully Position God Has given to Us.
For example, Queen Vashti was fortunate to occupy the position. But her disobedience cause her to loses opportunities. Esther 1-19
1 Samuel 15:23 Rebellion is as bad as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as bad as worshiping idols. So because you have rejected the word of the Lord, he has rejected you from being king.”
2. Everyone is replaceable.
Psalms 150:6 Let everything that lives sing praises to the Lord! Praise the Lord!
St. Luke 19:40 He replied, ” If they kept quiet, the stones along the road would burst into cheers! “
3. Consequences of Sin are for correction and others to see and learn. Esther 1-17-18
4. Never despise little beginning. You are there for a reason.
Mordecai being at the gate was doing his work well and diligently and make use of every opportunity. He was available to nominate her Cousin.
5. We rise by lifting others.
Mordecai nominated her junior cousin for the prestigious position.
How many people have you assisted recently?
Galatians 6:2 Share each other’s troubles and problems, and in this way obey the law of Christ.
6. Opportunities will surely come. How prepared are you?
Esther was a Virgin meeting requisite for being at the Harem.
7. Favour comes when opportunities meet preparation and Obedience.
Esther found favour in the sight of Hegai and also listened to his advice.
Esther 2,9-10
Esther 2:15 When it was Esther’s turn to go to the king, she accepted the advice of Hegai, the eunuch in charge of the harem. She asked for nothing except what he suggested, and she was admired by everyone who saw her.
8. Always give credit to whom is due.
Esther 2:22 But Mordecai heard about the plot and passed the information on to Queen Esther. She then told the king about it and gave Mordecai credit for the report.
9. Be Loyal to your master not minding if rewards come or not.
Esther 2:22 But Mordecai heard about the plot and passed the information on to Queen Esther. She then told the king about it and gave Mordecai credit for the report.
Ephesians 6:5 Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ.
Prayers .
Father have mercy upon me. In every area of my life I have been ungrateful, please have mercy.
Father thank you for the opportunities you have given me. To serve in your house, my role in my family and my place of work.
Jesus help me to be useful to you and others
Lord I received Divine favour , all around me in Jesus Name. Favour shall follow me and my household
