Although God is never mentioned by name in the Book of Esther, we find a powerful example of how God works through people to accomplish His purposes. Unbeknownst to most involved at the time, it becomes very evident how several things came together to achieve God’s purposes.

In this story, Esther had to make a major decision: not to be silent. She simply had to do what was right, which would require her to risk her life. Mordecai pointed out that if Esther chose silence, the Jews’ deliverance would still come, but from another source.

“For if you keep silent at this time, relief and deliverance will rise for the Jews from another place, but you and your father’s house will perish. And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” Esther 4:14 ESV

Through God’s Providence, we see evil and evil intent converted into justice for God’s people using Esther and Mordecai. (Read Esther; it’s an interesting story)

Who knows today how God is working through our lives to accomplish His purposes? In my mind, as long as we are pursuing good and willing to stand for righteousness, speak up for Christ, and show our love for Him by keeping His commands, we offer ourselves as servants—vessels to be used for God’s good purposes even when we never know it. We just can’t be afraid to take a stand and speak up!

God is Great, God is good, God is love – ALL THE TIME.

Esther 4:14; Esther 4:16; Romans 8:28; Genesis 50:20; Proverbs 16:9; Ephesians 2:10; Acts 17:27; John 14:15; Philippians 2:13; Isaiah 46:10; Psalm 37:23; 1 Peter 3:15; Matthew 5:16

God First!