In Esther 1, we became acquainted with King Xerxes (Ahasuerus), his pride, and his bride (Queen Vashti). But, the queen rebelled against the king and was an object of his wrath. This week, we meet the prized Esther and hear how she ascended to the throne.
Ecclesiastes 8: This World Is Broken
If you're not following along on Instagram or Facebook, be sure to do so. We've been working through Proverbs 3 lately, which contains six sets of instructions. Each section includes a call to act in wisdom. It's an appeal for living in the Light, fearing the Lord in all respects, and it ties closely to both Ecclesiastes 7 and 8.