Discover how the elevation of Esther to the throne as Queen of Persia brought worldwide salvation for the Jews.
With verse by verse commentary and explanatory notes, Esther: Queen of Persia provides a simple introduction to the study of one of the most remarkable incidents in Israel’s history – the rise to power of Esther, the orphan Jewess who saved her people from destruction.
The Faithbuilders Bible Study Guide helps you connect the lessons of Esther to your own life. With a simple explanation of the text, clear life application notes and challenging study questions, this book shows just how relevant the Bible is for our times.
SUITABLE FOR HOME GROUPS, CHURCHES AND INDIVDIUALS.
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Chapter 1
A Lavish Feast by an Arrogant Man
A Rebellious Woman
The Consequences of Arrogance and Rebellion
Discussion Questions for Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Esther Called
Esther Prepared
Esther Chosen
A Plot Discovered
Discussion Questions for Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Promotion and Pride
Uncompromising
Haman’s Plot to Exterminate the Jews
Discussion Questions for Chapter 3
Chapter 4
A Great Lamentation
Esther Informed about the Plot
Esther’s Dilemma
Esther’s Answer? Prayer, Fasting and Complete Commitment
Discussion Questions for Chapter 4
Chapter 5
As Wise as a Serpent and as Harmless as a Dove
Haman’s Pride does not Gratify Him
Discussion Questions for Chapter 5
Chapter 6
God Disturbs the King’s Sleep
Haman’s Misconception
Haman’s Humiliation
Discussion Questions for Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Esther Makes her Request Known
Haman’s Downfall
Discussion Questions for Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Mordecai Exalted
Esther Again Pleads for her People
In the King’s Name
Great Joy
Discussion Questions for Chapter 8
Chapter 9
A Great Victory
A Celebration Holiday for All Time
A Recap of Why They Were to Celebrate
A Letter of Authority
Discussion Questions for Chapter 9
Chapter 10
The Conclusion
Discussion Questions for Chapter 10
Bibliography
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Mathew Bartlett has served in full-time Christian ministry since 1999, and has served as a senior pastor for 10 of those years. Although his early academic career was in the sciences, he later took an Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies at Chester University, where he obtained distinction. He is currently working towards his Ph D in Biblical Studies.