Esther 8:1-10:3 Conflict Resolution
This is our closing study in Esther. This is all about Conflict Resolution, but probably not the way most of would choose to resolve our conflicts. God preserves His people; He is the God of the Covenant.
Esther 5:9-7:10 Pride Goes Before Destruction
Even though the name of God is never mentioned in the book of Esther, His hand of Providence is clearly portrayed. In this passage we see God working behind the scenes in several “coincidences” to save His people.
Esther 3:12-5:8 The Edict Issued
Because of his hatred for Mordecai, Haman makes a plan to “destroy, to kill, and annihilate all Jews, young and old, women and children, in one day, … and to plunder their goods.” In this passage, the edict is issued throughout the Empire.
Esther 2:19-3:11 Haman’s “Final Solution”
We are introduced to Haman (the Bad Guy), who is an extreme anti-Semite. Why does he hate the Jews so much? Discover that in this lesson.
Esther 2:1-18 The Wedding Process
Queen Vashti has been sent away, and four years have elapsed. During that four years the King has been busy in his empire, but he needs a queen. This is the story of that selection process. We consider the forethought, and planning, of God in history.
Esther 1:1-22 Introduction and Background
In this opening chapter of Esther we will learn some of the history and background of the people, the location, the era, and the circumstances of this most intriguing book.
