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  • Todd Riley avatar

    Esther: The Clueless Queen

    Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 136 ratings
     | 10,108 views

    I’ve provocatively entitled today’s sermon: Esther, the clueless Queen because of the following.

    I’ve provocatively entitled today’s sermon: Esther, the clueless Queen because of the following. Esther, as you may know won a beauty contest put on by her husband, king of Persia. She had a chance to audition for the role because her husbands first wife refused to be part of a fashion show. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    When You Feel Trapped

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 104 ratings
     | 8,738 views

    When you are trapped you must take risks, realizing your life has a divine destiny. You must trust in the providence of God.

    The book of Esther contains one of the most intriguing stories in the Bible. The plot is full of twists and turns, and the ending is a surprise resulting in the reversal of fortunes. The story begins simply enough with a king holding a banquet. King Xerxes of Persia has just spent six months ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Maurice Brown avatar

    Having The Courage To Do The Right Thing

    Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 219 ratings
     | 22,048 views

    There is a time when we must stand up and do the right thing, regardless of the consequences.

    INTRODUCTION A. Listen to these words! “I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. And because I cannot do everything. I will not refuse to do the something I can do” (Edward Everet Hale) B. These are inspiring words of courage and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    One Person Can Make A Difference

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 106 ratings
     | 41,482 views

    I am only one,but still I am one. I cannot do everything; but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.

    TEXT: Esther Chapter 4 TITLE: ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE In an overpopulated world, it’s easy to underestimate the significance of one. There are so many people who have so many gifts and skills who are already doing so many things that are so important, who needs me? What can I as one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Donald Carpenter avatar

    Right Here, Right Now! Series

    Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Apr 30, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 9,491 views

    Our awesome God has placed you exactly where you need to be according to His divine wisdom and providence! Ever since the foundation of the world, God has moved the elements of the cosmos in order to have you in the situation that you find yourself at th

    Right Here Right Now! Esther 4:1-17 Preached Wednesday April 30, 2003 Introduction: Our awesome God has placed you exactly where you need to be according to His divine wisdom and providence! Ever since the foundation of the world, God has moved the elements of the cosmos in order to have you in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    Esther: Influence Series

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 16, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 23,396 views

    We each have a God-given responsibility to influence the lives of others

    Esther 4:1-17 Influence Woodlawn Baptist Church August 15, 2004 (Many of the thoughts and the main points from this sermon were taken from John Maxwell’s book, "Becoming a Person of Influence") Introduction I want to tell you all how good it is to be back with you this morning after being out for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    God's Provision In Uncertain Times

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 13, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 10,514 views

    This sermon deals with how God makes a way out of no way for us. It is preached out on our third anniversary as a church. It encourages us to stand for the Lord.

    God’s Provision In Uncertain Times NLF 2/15/2003 Esther 4:1-16 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Rick Today we celebrate three years of God’s provisions in the life of New Life Fellowship. God has taken a thought and an idea in the minds of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • James Faillace avatar

    Such A Time As This

    Contributed by James Faillace on Aug 29, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,831 views

    The trial or challenge you’re facing today is exactly where God wants you to be, "for such a time is this."

    If you like a good mystery novel, one that has heroes and villains, intrigue and suspense, assassination plots and a happy ending, you’ve got it right here in the book of Esther. You’ve got it all except—amazingly, God is never mentioned in the entire Book of Esther. But His presence is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Now...not Later Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 10, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 8,862 views

    We must have the courage to act quickly.

    NOW…NOT LATER Esther 4:1-17 S: Courage Th: Profiles in Courage Pr: WE MUST HAVE THE COURAGE TO ACT QUICKLY. ?: Inductive KW: Portion TS: We will divide our study of Esther 4:1-17 into five sections demonstrating to us the urgency of courage. The _____ section is the… I. DISASTER (1-5) II. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Talton avatar

    Let's Roll!

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Sep 3, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,989 views

    Everyone is going to be faced with those crisis situations which define us and expose what is on the inside. Todd Beamer and his compatriots responded with faith to a crisis. How do you respond?

    August 17, 2003 Esther 4 “Let’s roll!” THE STORY  Disaster (vs. 1-5)  Dependence (vs. 6-8)  Doubt (vs. 9-11)  Destiny (vs. 12-14)  Decision (vs. 15-17) THE LESSONS You can respond to a crisis situation with… 1. Frustration “as far as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Reg Watson avatar

    Esther: An Orphan Who Saved A Nation

    Contributed by Reg Watson on Aug 13, 2002
    based on 141 ratings
     | 68,350 views

    A sermon built on the 50 Day Spiritual Adventure series "More Than Survivors."

    Esther: The Orphan Who Saved A Nation Esther 4:12-17 The story I’m going to share with you today reads like a made for television movie. In it we’ll find, suspense, intrigue, betrayal, conspiracy, and treachery. The cast of characters includes: a king, a queen that loses her throne, an ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Greg Nance avatar

    What Time Is It For You?

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,633 views

    Esther is a great study in God’s hand to save his people. He uses events of history and people he choses to fulfill his will. What’s his plan for you?

    The canonization of Esther in the Holy Scriptures has been a hotly debated topic for centuries. While Esther tells of a historic event in the life of God‘s people, it never once mentions God’s name. For all practical purposes Esther is in the Bible to explain the origin of the Jewish celebration ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Kelly avatar

    Making Right Choices Series

    Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 31, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 17,855 views

    Learn with Esther how to understand and follow the invisible God through the incredible trials and challenges of life.

    Making Right Choices Series: Letting God Guide You April 17, 2005 Last week we started a series of messages from the book of Esther. Esther’s unique in that, even though it’s a book in the bible, it never uses the name of God. But that doesn’t mean God’s not at work. He may not be specifically ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Galen Hackman avatar

    Esther: For Such A Time As This

    Contributed by Galen Hackman on May 23, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 28,775 views

    Four practical lessons we learn from the life story of Esther, one woman who’s faith saved a generation and changed the world.

    For Such A Time as This Esther 4 The book of Esther is set in the fifth century BC, in the Persian Empire during the reign of Xerxes, son of Darius and grandson of Cyrus. Xerxes reigned from 486-465 BC. We know quite a lot about his kingship from secular sources. Those dates may not mean much ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • David Rogers avatar

    Stepping Out On Faith

    Contributed by David Rogers on Feb 9, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,831 views

    A sermon on the importance of trusting God

    Stepping Out On Faith Esther 4:1-17 Prayer Introduction Many of us say that we live by faith, that we have faith in God to do what He says He will do. But when it comes time to answer that call, to live that life that He calls us to live we fail to completely trust Him. It is hard for us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist