Faithful and Fearless: Lesson 4/Day 4 Esther 1:13-22
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Jesus, the king of all Kings, stands as the ultimate contrast to all godless kings and husbands. Where Ahasuerus was drunk, Jesus was sober. Where Ahasuerus gathered to himself self-interested yes-men, Jesus gathered the God-honoring and humble. Where Ahasuerus sought to elevate himself and disrespect his wife, Jesus lowered himself and elevated women and all wives. God will use this prideful king’s rash edict to make way for a new queen and to ultimately save His people, reminding us again that “all things work together for the good of those who love him and are called according to His purposes.”
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There is a difference in Scripture between passages that describe events and passages that prescribe what we should or shouldn’t do. The difference is summarized as either “prescriptive” or “descriptive.” The account of Esther, like all narrative accounts in the Bible, IS filled with descriptions of what happened to key people in history. As you’re studying, be careful not to take the descriptions of what happened as prescriptions for how you, as follower of Christ should or shouldn’t behave. Look for ways God’s character is revealed. See how those who are held up as godly or rebellious are behaving. Consider general principles in behavior that show obedience to or defiance of God’s clear commands.
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