Esther

Esther: Courage in a Chaotic Culture

This article looks at the life of Esther

Perfect Planning We may be Caught in the Whirlwind. No Need to Panic

This article shows that the book of Esther is a commentary of God’s providence.

Absent But Everywhere God is not named in Esther, yet He is the Chief Character

It is the only book that does not mention God’s name or even prayer. Why did God give us the book of Esther? This article gives an overview of the message of the book. It shows that it is via implications that the book speaks at its best.

Inconspicuous Providence – Reading Esther

The book of Esther is a good story. At the same time it is also a distinctively theological work. Chapter 1 of this book wants to help readers to understand the contribution Esther makes to the whole witness of Scripture. It notes how the book fits into the redemptive storyline that culminates in the person and work of Christ. The author believes that this provides the proper framework for a profitable reading of the book.

Esther and Ruth – Standing Firm against the Empire (Esther 1:1-22)

Chapter 1 is an expository commentary on Esther 1:1-22.

Esther 6:1 - "On That Night the King Couldn’t Sleep" Providence, Esther and You

Looking at Esther 6, this article shows how God in His providence works to save His people. Providence should not be equated to chance, luck or fatalism. Providence teaches us the greatness of God and shows that we live in a planned world.

Esther 6:1 - When the King Could Not Sleep

This article on Esther 6:1 is about the providence of God.

Esther 1 – God Rules over All Sing: Ps. 27:1,6; Ps. 77:1,3,5

This article is an exposition of Esther 1, with discussion questions at the end.

Esther 1 – Divine Providence

This article is an exposition of Esther 1.

Esther 1-2 – The Prelude

This article is a Bible study on Esther 1-Esther 2.

Esther 1 - Who? What? Why?

This article is a Bible study on Esther 1.

Esther 2 – God Prepares the Way

This article is an exposition of Esther 2, with discussion questions at the end.

Esther 2 – The Task of Esther and Mordecai Revealed

This article is an exposition of Esther 2.

Esther 2:1-9 - Worldly Concerns Lead to Worldly Choices

This article is a Bible study on Esther 2:1-9.

Esther 2:10-23 - One Compromise Leads to Another

This article is a Bible study on Esther 2:10-23.

Esther 3 – Haman’s Devious Plan

This article is an exposition of Esther 3, with discussion questions at the end.

Esther 3 – The Conflict between Israel and Amalek

This article is an exposition of Esther 3.

Esther 3: Next March

This article is a Bible study on Esther 3.

Esther 3 – The Great Attack

This article is a Bible study on Esther 3.

Esther 3-5 – The Defense Mobilized

This article is a Bible study on Esther 3-Esther 5.

Esther 3 - Gathering Storm

This article is a Bible study on Esther 3.

Esther 4 – The Lord’s Counter-Attack The Lord’s Counter-Attack

This article is an exposition of Esther 4, with discussion questions at the end.

Esther 4 – Esther's Royal Position for the Deliverance of God's People

This article is an exposition of Esther 4.

Esther 4 - A Turning Point?

This article is a Bible study on Esther 4.

Esther 5 – The Road to Christmas Kept Open

This article is an exposition of Esther 5, with discussion questions at the end.

Esther 5 – The Lord Grants Esther Access to the King of Persia

This article is an exposition of Esther 5.

Esther 5 & 6 - Man Proposes But God Disposes

This article is a Bible study on Esther 5 and Esther 6.

Esther 6 – God’s Providence Turns the Tables

This article is an exposition of Esther 6, with discussion questions at the end.

Esther 6 – The Lord Prepares the Way for Esther's Request

This article is an exposition of Esther 6.

Esther 6-10 - The Complete Victory

This article is a Bible study on Esther 6-Esther 10.

Esther 7 & 8 – The Lord’s Covenant Faithfulness Displayed

This article is an exposition of Esther 7-Esther 8, with discussion questions at the end.

Esther 7 – Esther Is Enabled by God's Grace to Present Her Petition to King Xerxes

This article is an exposition of Esther 7.

Esther 7 & 8 - The Lord Overruling for His Compromised People

This article is a Bible study on Esther 7 and Esther 8.

Esther 8 – The Lord Opens the Way of Redemption through the Service of Mordecai and Esther

This article is an exposition of Esther 8.

Esther 9 & 10 – Sorrow Turned to Joy

This article is an exposition of Esther 9-Esther 10, with discussion questions at the end.

Esther 9 & 10 - Salutary Lessons All Round

This article is a Bible study on Esther 9 and Esther 10.

Esther 9:1-17 – The Lord Grants Israel the Ability to Defeat Her Enemies

This article is an exposition of Esther 9:1-17.

Esther 9:18-10:3 – The Sovereign Grace of God Celebrated in the Feast of Purim

This article is an exposition of Esther 9:18-Esther 10:3.