Celebrate (Esther 9:18-10:3)

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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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