Request (Esther 5:1-14)

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Request
Esther 5:1-14
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I. Intro
Big Idea: We either try to justify ourselves, or trust in God’s justification. Isaiah 26:3; 1 John 4:18

II. Pleasing
A. Esther was gorgeously honorable. Esther 5:1-2; 1 Peter 3:1-4
B. God is a different King. Esther 5:3; Proverbs 21:1

III. Shrewd
A. Because God is in control, we can be wise. Esther 5:4-5; Matthew 10:16
B. Esther’s submission gave her self-control. Esther 5:6-8; Galatians 5:22-23

IV. No Satisfaction
A. Only pride restrained Haman. Esther 5:9-10
B. Pride never leads to peace. Esther 5:11-13
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V. The Banquet
A. We either feed our flesh or kill it. Esther 5:14; Colossians 3:5-10
B. Receive a better kingdom. Matthew 22:1-14: Hebrews 4:16

Things to Consider

• What’s something that makes you nervous?
• What’s something from Esther 5:1-14 you found challenging or encouraging?
• Can you relate to Haman in this passage in any way? If so, how?
• How was going into King Xerxes presence like going into God’s presence? How is it different?
• How can you respond to Esther 5:1-14?

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