Triumph (Esther 8:1-9:17)

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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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