2019 July Sermons

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Honor 
Esther 6:1-14

I. Intro
Big Idea: “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” James 4:6

II. Sleepless
A. God never naps. Esther 6:1-2; Psalm 121:1-4
B. Even if others forget, God remembers. Esther 6:3

III. Royal Robe
A. We’re made for glory. Esther 6:4-5
B. God offers a better robe. Esther 6:6-9; Proverbs 16:18; Luke 15:11-32

IV. Proclamation
A. God is just. Esther 6:10
B. God is just, and gracious. Esther 6:11
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V. Prepared
A. Don’t gloat, give thanks. Esther 6:12
B. Don’t worry, God is faithful. Esther 6:13-14; Romans 8:26

Things to Consider

• What did you do to celebrate Independence Day?
• What’s something from our consideration of Esther 6:1-14 that you found convicting, challenging, or encouraging?
• How have you tried to find significance apart from Christ in life?
• How can trusting in Christ change the way we see our purpose in life?
• Why is gloating over the downfall of others a bad idea?
• What do you do to overcome worry?
• How can you respond to Esther 6:1-14?

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Hanged
Esther 7:1-10
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I. Intro
Big Idea: God’s justice is perfect.

II. Request
A. Obedience builds confidence. Esther 7:1-2
B. Words have power. Esther 7:3-4

III. Adversary
A. Pride blinds. Esther 7:5-6
B. God turns the table. Esther 7:7; Galatians 6:7

IV. Wrath
A. If we establish our identity, we will lose it. Esther 7:8; Luke 17:33
B. Seeking God changes our perspective. Esther 7:9-10; Psalms 73:16-17

V. Rescue
A. There are ultimate consequences. Genesis 18:15; John 3:36
B. Don’t worry, ask God. Matthew 7:7-8; Philippians 4:6

Things to Consider

• What’s something you’ve accomplished that was difficult?
• Anything from Esther 7 you found convicting or encouraging?
• How can pride perpetuate sin in our lives?
• Why is trying to create our own identity a bad idea?
• How can prayer change us?
• What’s a way you can respond to Esther 7?

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Triumph
Esther 8:1-9:17

I. Intro
Big Idea: God’s vengeance gives rest. Deuteronomy 25:18-19

II. Plea
A. God’s timing is everything. Esther 8:1-2
B. Esther became others focused. Esther 8:3-6

III. Decree
A. Grace overrules our judgments. Esther 8:7-8
B. Protecting people from evil is good. Esther 8:9-14

IV. Fear
A. God rewards with awe of Him. Esther 8:15-9:4
B. God repays. Esther 9:5-17 in Deuteronomy 32:35; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

V. Rest
A. God’s vengeance is satisfied in Christ. Matthew 27:47-56; Romans 5:9-10
B. The gospel delivers. 2 Corinthians 10:4

Things to Consider

• Besides sleep, what’s something you do that makes you feel rested?
• What’s something from Esther 8:1-9:17 that struck you as important, meaningful, or confusing?
• What’s a way God has changed your mind about something or someone lately?
• How do we turn the other cheek and protect ourselves and others from evil?
• How can the gospel bring peace between people with different views?
• What’s a way you can respond to Esther 8:1-9:17?

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Celebrate
Esther 9:18-10:3
I. Intro
Big Idea: God has called us to celebrate His deliverance. John 15:10-12

II. Observe
A. Have a good day. Esther 9:18-19; Romans 2:4; 1 Corinthians 10:23-33
B. Holidays remind us why we exist. Esther 9:20-22

III. Prescribed
A. God’s joy is not self-generated. Esther 9:23-26
B. Unless we stop, we won’t remember. Joshua 4:1-7; Esther 9:26-28

IV. Full Authority
A. We all leave a legacy. Esther 9:29-31
B. Promote God’s grace. Esther 9:32; John 10:10

V. Preeminent
A. Jesus is a greater Savior than Mordecai! Esther 10:1-2
B. Remain faithful. Esther 10:3

Things to Consider

• What’s something a good holiday includes?
• What’s something from Esther 9:18-10:13 you found convicting, encouraging, or confusing?
• Why did God call His people to part take in certain holy days in the Old Testament? Why weren’t such observances emphasized in the New Testament?
• How has God spoken to you through the book of Esther?
• What’s a specific way to celebrate God’s goodness as a church?
• How can you respond to Esther 9:18-10:13?

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