Providence: A Study in EstherÀpẹrẹ

What does it say?

Esther pleaded with the king on behalf of her people. Mordecai wrote a new law giving God’s people the opportunity to defend themselves.

What does it mean?

Mordecai had been spared, and Haman had been dealt with, but the Jewish people were still in danger. After Esther pleaded with the king on their behalf, an edict was drawn up to reverse the one Haman had written. Because Mordecai was given this responsibility, the Jewish people could read about God’s deliverance in their native language. While the law could not be overturned, the Jews were given the opportunity to defend themselves against their enemies. It brought joy and comfort to know that God had not abandoned them. He would give them the strength to face their enemies.

How should I respond?

God has given us power and authority to overcome anything that wars against us spiritually. The death and resurrection of Jesus have already secured the victory, but the responsibility to submit to God’s Spirit to fight daily spiritual battles is ours. Many times we surrender to a defeated enemy. Remember that God is with you when a spiritual battle gets fierce or overwhelming. He will always give you the strength to stand when you rely on Him. What battles are you facing right now? Through the study of His Word, what has God shown you can help strengthen you for the struggles ahead?