Rev. Paul J. Miller – Sermon Outline – July 24, 2022
Esther – Risking All to Save Others
The Story of Esther
Esther’s Faith and Courage
- One young woman, standing up before empire on behalf of her people – at the risk of her own life.
Why this book was disputed as part of the Bible:
- Esther never mentioned elsewhere in the Bible
- “God” is never named
- The word “prayer” is never used
- The Law of Moses never mentioned
Why this book is in the Bible
- Sackcloth & ashes, and fasting – are forms of prayer.
- Esther 4:1-3
- Esther 4:15-16
- The law of Moses is implied
- Faith needs action
- James 1:22-25
- James 2:14-17
- True faith is an act of love
- Esther is like Jesus
- John 15:13
- Philippians 2:5-11