Ester-2:17-23-rva

For Reading and Meditation:     Esther 2:21-23

We turn from the excitement and atmosphere of the palace and Esther's selection to another stage and development in the story. Now that God has successfully brought Esther into favor with the king, His purpose is to do exactly the same for Mordecai. But how could an unknown Jew such as Mordecai become a favored subject...

For Reading and Meditation:     Esther 2:15-20

The twelve-month period for those who were being groomed for selection as queen is now at an end and the day arrives on which the new queen of Persia is to be selected. Esther, along with the other contestants, is given access to all the perfume and finery that she desires. Just imagine that! It's rather like saying:...