After finishing the book of Esther, we head back to the book of Ezra where we learn the key to progressing in our relationship with God.
As we close out the Book of Esther, one might be surprised at the level of hate within those who would want to kill the Jews. What do we need to do to resist the hate we may have?
Things aren't going well for Haman and it just gets worse as Esther makes her request to King Xerxes, however, the decree was made for the annihilation of the Jews and needs to be addressed. In addressing it, Mordecai, Esther, and the rest of the Jews gain some friends. The question for us is are we living lives that would gain followers of Christ?
Our own Raymond Rivera steps in to speak on the Kingdom of Heaven.
Though this message is geared toward dads on this Father's Day, there is truth for all when it comes to dealing with regret.
As we continue in the book of Esther, King Xerxes' sleepless night helped save Mordecai's life.
Esther approaches King Xerxes and God's plan begins to unfold.
An evil plan was made against the Jews in the story of Esther, and now it's time for someone to do something about it. We'll see that sometimes we need a blunt nudge to move us in the right direction.
As we continue in our look at the book of Esther, we are introduced to the "bad guy" and learn the importance of ruling over sin in our lives.
Pastor Stevie brings a message, not just for moms, but for everyone as she looks deeper at the parable of the sower in Matthew 13.
As continue our look in the book of Esther, we see Esther walk through an open door with God working behind the scenes the entire time.
As we begin our look in the Book of Esther, we see a dishonorable action that opens the door for Esther to enter the room.
Sometimes we can get discouraged when we see the world advancing while pushing away God. But God has a plan, and if we would just hold on in obedience to Him, we will see the power of God.
Though we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus today, we look at the prophecies of Zechariah concerning a few events that led up to Christ's death.
As we remember and celebrate the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, we look at those who grabbed palm branches around this time 2,000 years ago and what it means to us today.
During a time of rituals and traditions, our motives are key to seeing what the Lord wants to do. We might be surprised at how God responds to us because of those motives.
God gave Zechariah some pretty vivid dreams to share with and help encourage those rebuilding the Temple. The messages from those dreams still have applications in our lives today.
The returning exiles receive another prophecy and are faithful to complete the building of the Temple. Are we faithful to stick with God as He completes His good work in us?
Though the exiles who returned got to work on the Temple after being called to the carpet, they sputtered initially. God sent his refreshing Word to help, and it’s still applicable today.
The exiles who returned to Jerusalem to rebuild the Temple got comfortable in their selfish ways and God called them to the carpet for it. They listened, changed their ways, and were blessed. God still works this way, we just need to consider our ways.