I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can understand the confident hope he has given to those he called—his holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God’s power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God’s right hand in the heavenly realms. -Ephesians 1:18–20 (NLT)
Thought & Discussion
Esther is now queen and Mordecai has an official position for the king. Although Mordecai has saved the king’s life, he has gotten on Haman’s bad side, Xerxes right hand man. 1. If you were Mordecai, would you have followed the king’s command regarding Haman? Why or why not? 2. Mordecai instructed Esther to keep her nationality a secret before he upset Haman, why do you think that was? 3. What connections do you see between Esther 3:8 and Ephesians 1:18-20? 4. How do you think Esther felt being in the king’s harem and being forced to go to his chamber?
For next session, read Esther, chapters 4-5.
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