Sermons on Esther 4:12:

Esther: An Orphan Who Saved A Nation

Contributed by Reg Watson on Aug 13, 2002

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

Scripture: Esther 4:12-17, Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

What Time Is It For You?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 19, 2002

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

Scripture: Esther 4:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Esther, The Woman Who Saved A Nation Series

Contributed by Michael Thomas on Mar 17, 2001

Like Esther learn how you can take a risk and do something for God

Message for Sunday March 18/01 Ester, the woman who saved a nation I saw an interesting news item on Good Morning America this week. A young man by the name of Keith Waters was wrongfully accused of a crime he did not commit & was sent to prison for 20 years. His sister, Judy, a high school ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You Feel Trapped

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000

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

Scripture: Esther 4:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

A Cinderella Story

Contributed by Johnny Carver on May 17, 2001

This sermon seeks to encourage a Christian to find their God-given place in this world and to discover their God-given talents.

Scripture: Esther 4:10-15. Title: “A Cinderella Story” Key Verses: Esther 4:14 – Esther 4:16 Introduction: This is a story of Courage, Daring, and Adventure. It is a “Cinderella” story about a young woman coming from ‘Rags to Riches.’ The book of Esther was written by a Jew to his people ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:10-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Follow Or Not To Follow

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 19, 2001

Following God has many rewards and failure to follow God is costly

To Follow or Not to Follow Esther 4:12-17 Leadership Lesson – Official Board Meeting June 12, 2001 Key Lessons from the Decision of Esther I. Failure to Follow God Makes You No Different than Anyone Else A. This will cause you to lose out on God’s blessing 1. God wants to bless your life and the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-17

Denomination: Church Of God

When One Person Uses Her Spiritual Gift Series

Contributed by Peter Parry on Dec 13, 2003

When one person uses his/her spiritual gift(s), God can do great and wonderful works in His Church.

When One Person Uses Her Spiritual Gift (Esther 4:8-17) I have set the scene for us already with Esther’s situation. What now is she going to do? Who is Esther? We know she was orphaned at a young age and was raised by her uncle, Mordecai; we know too that she was very beautiful and ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:8-17

Denomination: Congregational

Now...not Later Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 10, 2003

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

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Aug 22, 2003

God’s providence in the life of Esther led to the Nation of Israel being saved from the hatred of Haman.

Why am I here? What plans does God have for me? I am only me. I can’t do much for God. Can I? Esther is a story about a beautiful young lady. A young lady that was used to save a nation. God wants to use us in His ministry and work. But God’s timing is not always our timing. Did you hear ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Roll!

Contributed by Chris Talton on Sep 3, 2003

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

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

God's Provision In Uncertain Times

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 13, 2004

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

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58, Esther 4:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Story Of Esther - A Heroine In Personal Crisis Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The book of Esther is the biblical answer to Walt Disney’s story of Cinderella. An orphan girl from an enslaved nation ends up marrying the king. It’s short story at its finest.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: One of Megan’s favorite stories is Cinderella. She was the abused, ophaned house slave with no hope of a future or ever attending the royal ball much less luring the handsome prince into marrying her. Her fairy god-mother magically helps her to not only attend the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

For Such A Time As This

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

A Look at God’s perfect place and time for each of us.

For Such A Time As This Esther 4:12-14 October 2nd, 2005 Beartown Road Alliance Church Intro: I cannot tell you how excited I have become about this ministry in the few short days that we have been here. We have had an opportunity to meet many of you and are overwhelmed with the expressions of ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Who Am I? Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 21, 2006

Esther, Pt. 4

WHO AM I? (ESTHER 4) Lucy asked Charlie Brown as they were walking along: “Why do you think we’re put here on earth, Charlie Brown?” Charlie Brown gave a simplistic answer: “To make others happy.” Lucy stopped and reflected: “I don’t think I’m making anyone very happy. Of course nobody’s making me ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's Time

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 9, 2007

Esther is a great study on God’s timing and our obedience of faith. What has God got scheduled for your life?

Esther God loves to take that which is nothing in the eyes of the world and work his greatest wonders. As Paul was praying for God to remove what he called “a thorn in my flesh,” God said: 2 Cor. 12:9 "My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness." Therefore most ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ