Esther 1¶
Overview:¶
Esther in Hebrew → star; secret; hidden
Theme: Providence Key Scripture: 4:14
Chapter 1: Vashti Dismissed Chapter 2: Esther Made Queen Chapter 3: Haman's Evil Plan Chapters 4-8: Esther Saves Her People Chapter 9: Victory for the Jews Chapter 10: Mordecai Prospers
Purpose: 1. To show that God took care of the Jews that did not return to restore the temple
Messages: 1. God's hand is seen by his ability to guide and protect Esther and the Jews 2. God is sovereign over all political affairs