Big Idea: Trust in God’s
Three lessons of God’s Justice in the Story of Esther
1. We will reap what we sow. (7:7-10)
Actions have
- a. The King’s anger (7:7)
- b. Haman’s plea (7:8)
c. Haman Hanged (7:9-10; Proverbs 26:27)
Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, and a stone will come back on him who starts it rolling. —Proverbs 26:27
d. Galatians 6:7-8 “God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.”
Haman’s fate serves as a glimpse of God’s
2. Ultimate Justice awaits (8:1-17)
- a. Family ties revealed (8:1-2)
- b. Esther’s second plea (8:3-6)
- c. The new decree (8:7-14)
God will
- d. The Jews rejoicing (8:15-17)
3. When God is for us, none can stand against us (9:1-19)
- a. The Jew’s Defense against their enemy (9:1-10)
- b. Jesus’ contrast to our enemy (John 10:10)
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. —John 10:10
Those who follow God can take great
- c. Esther’s requests (9:11-15)
- d. The victory celebration (9:16-19)
- e. Isaiah 30:18 “For the Lord is a God of justice; blessed are all those who wait for him”
When you
Small Group Questions
What did God teach you through this passage and sermon? Share the work of God in your heart with the group.
What questions did this passage and sermon raise in your mind?
How does understanding God’s sovereignty affect your daily decisions?
Can you share a time when responding to God’s sovereignty required courage and sacrifice on your part?
How does the story of Esther inspire you to live in such a time as this?