Esther Pt. 8: God’s Power for His People
Why is Esther part of the group of writings the Jewish people believe to be ‘God Breathed’ also know as ‘Scripture’ / Holy Writing? This story could be a Hollywood […]
Entries by Todd Briggs
Esther Pt. 7: God’s Justice
Big themes developing: Pride leads to sin & evil, but it does not stop God from fulfilling His purposes. Sacrificial, communal prayer by God’s people allows them to join HIS […]
Esther Pt. 6: God’s Will Be Done!
The idea of control is important. Who controls what? ‘God’s Will’ is whatever transpires. HIS Will is reality, history, circumstances, relationships, health, family, current events. The story of Esther is […]
Esther Pt. 5: Guided By God
How God answers prayer is necessary Information! Why do YOU seek to apply God’s Word in a consistent, habitual way? I have learned: It takes time, motivation & effort to […]
Esther Pt. 4: ‘For Such A time As This’
Our story takes place in the Fortress City of Susa, in the heart of the Great Persian Empire circa 478 BC. King Xerxes, at the end of an incredibly elaborate […]
Esther Pt. 3: The Absolute Sovereignty Of God
Why is this Book important? Why did the Jewish people consider it ‘Scripture’? Why do we consider it ‘God Breathed’? Since it was written, God’s people have recognized important messages […]
The Book of Esther Pt. 1
For such a time as this… Major Themes: Dependency on God like we have no idea of! Exiles! The illusion of control. The greatest of human Might, Technology and wealth […]
FIVE PEOPLE
Christianity / Body of Christ = Transformed People Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. ~ […]
Advent Pt. 5: The Advent Of Shalom
The Lack of Peace / The Advent of Peace / The Victory of Peace / The Stewardship of Peace / The Practice of Peace THE LACK OF PEACE The ever […]
Advent Pt. 3: The Gift of Faith In Christ
Faith is a complex subject… The Scripture defines it this way: Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the […]