Pride and Providence
A Story of Divine Love in a Divided World - Part 6
Tim Crownover
Part of Sermon outlines—2022
June 5, 2022

Esther 4:1-15

What is the appropriate reaction to God’s care in this divided world?

Him

Self-

is essential to a whole-hearted of God.

Hearing God

is the key to in difficult times.

Up

and must be clearly defined.

Jesus requires doing things.

On

Knowing and doing God’s will

carries a .

The

never exceeds the of serving God.

Journey Group Discussion Questions:
How do comforts and conveniences often hinder our ability to hear God clearly? How can self-denial clear the air and help us hear and understand God better?

How do disciplines of self-denial (fasting, etc.) prepare us for the occasions when following Jesus will be risky or cost us significantly?

What is hindering your ability to pursue God, and what can you do to minimize or eliminate these hindrances?