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Planned On Purpose Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Jun 12, 2006

based on 15 ratings

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Everyone in this room has a purpose in life. God has plans for each and every one of you whether you realize it or not. God has created you in your mother’s womb and had you in mind since the beginning of creation. You are special in God’s eyes and He wan

Tonight I want to start off with a deep question. As I ask it and put it up on the wall, I want you to just sit and think for a moment and write your thoughts on your sermon outline. The question I want us to think about for a moment is, “What is your purpose in life.” Now, I want to stress the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Winning With People: Say The Right Words At The Right Time Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

based on 44 ratings

| 10,142 views

It all happened so fast, it was difficult for Esther to draw the conclusion that she had to act. Wouldn’t her position as queen keep her safe? Or, could Haman take her life, too?

25 Ways to Win With People How to Make Others Feel Like a Million Bucks By John C. Maxwell and Les Parrott III 1. Start With Yourself – King Solomon (I Kings 3:5-14) 2. Practice the 30 Second Rule – Jesus and Simon Peter (John 1:42) 3. Let People Know You Need Them – Paul (II Tim. 4:11) / ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:13-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Life's Great Moments

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 17, 2006

based on 31 ratings

| 8,056 views

There are at least six special, significant moments in one’s life that need examination. That’s what this sermon does.

LIFE’S GREAT MOMENTS Esther 4:14 Synopsis of Esther • Persian Queen Vashti is deposed • Esther chosen to succeed her • Uncle Mordecail uncovers a conspiracy • Haman’s plot to destroy the Jews • Mordecai persuades Esther to intercede • Esther’s request to the king • Mordecai is honored by ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Denomination: Wesleyan

#2you Don't Have To Go Home The Same: Is There Anything Too Hard For God?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 9, 2007

based on 7 ratings

| 12,095 views

God can help us in whatever situation we find our self. Faith is an action based on the word of God, supported by the confidence in a continual action that whatever God said God will do!

#2 I’M NOT GOING HOME THE SAME WAY I CAME ... NOTHING IS TOO HARD FOR GOD By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THIS IS A TWO PART LESSON! I. FUTURE SHOCK: PERILOUS TIMES ARE PART OF OUR DAILY WALK. WE MUST TRUST, THERE IS NOTHING TOO HARD FOR GOD! 2 Tim. 3:1 This know also, that in the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's Time To Get Out Of The Box! Series

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Aug 14, 2007

based on 27 ratings

| 18,896 views

God has purposed you to walk in His will for your life. Many times we start believing what others have destined for our lives such as "you will never be anything; you are stupid; you are nothing". This has caused many of us to "be in a box". It’s time

Read Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Definitions: Destined: to decree beforehand; to set apart for a special purpose Greatness: knowing your purpose in life and sowing it ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons I Learned From Abraham Lincoln

Contributed by Tim Richards on Jul 3, 2005

based on 20 ratings

| 9,261 views

A July 4th sermon about spiritual lessons I learned from an in depth study of Abraham Lincoln.

Introduction: 1. This morning as I begin my sermon on the lessons I learned from Abraham Lincoln I want to share a series of 5 questions about former presidents. They may or may not be about Abraham Lincoln. I will tell you that at least one of them will have Abraham Lincoln as the correct answer. ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Such A Time As This

Contributed by James Faillace on Aug 29, 2005

based on 44 ratings

| 11,886 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

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stepping Out On Faith

Contributed by David Rogers on Feb 9, 2007

based on 9 ratings

| 13,351 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

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Esther: For Such A Time As This

Contributed by Galen Hackman on May 23, 2007

based on 14 ratings

| 32,274 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

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

Learning From Esther

Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007

based on 6 ratings

| 6,039 views

Learning from Esther

Sermon Esther 4:16 Learning from Esther Introduction: We learn here that the author of Esther is unknown. Some think possibly Mordecai (9:29). Some have suggested Ezra or Nehemiah because of the similarity of the writing style. Esther was written for the purpose to demonstrate God’s sovereignty ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 28, 2007

based on 19 ratings

| 12,810 views

WHAT IS YOUR PURPOSE IN LIFE? This Mothers Day sermon is geared to both men and women, and can be used anytime for understanding our purpose in life. Based on the Life of Esther, who was not shown as a mother. See the Sermon Outline at the end.

For Such a Time as This. You are here…right now…for a purpose KEY VERSES: Esther 4:14 and Ephesians 1:11-12 Other Scriptures Used Proverbs 31:16b …with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard. Ecclesiastes 3:1 Ecclesiastes 3:17 Romans 8:28 Ephesians 1:11-12 WHAT IS YOUR PURPOSE IN LIFE? ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Avoiding The Traps Of Negative Conversation Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 24, 2007

based on 15 ratings

| 6,884 views

Biblical examples of negative communication patterns to avoid.

TRAP #1: "Take my side without hearing both sides." "Then Haman said to King Xerxes, ’There is a certain group of people scattered among the other people in all the states of your kingdom. Their customs are different from those of all the other people, and they do not obey the king’s laws. It is ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Living Out Your Purpose Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 6, 2007

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| 20,569 views

See your position as a platform for God’s purposes.

Living Out Your Purpose Book of Esther Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org 5/6/07 We’re wrapping up our series called “Facing Your Giants” today. We’ve learned so far that when we focus on giants, we stumble; and when we focus on God our giants tumble. But here’s the rub. Each time we take on ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

"Starting Over" (Beginning A New Year) Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jan 19, 2004

based on 50 ratings

| 48,318 views

I talk about starting the new year with 1Corinthians 10:31 as a theme verse.

Intro: Reality television is sweeping the nation and the world. Dozens and dozens of “reality” shows are on every day of the week. Some of them are good others are down right goofy. Come on, for the most part these shows are shallow. For the next several weeks I want to preach a new series of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31, Colossians 3:17, Esther 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This

Contributed by James May on Jan 21, 2004

based on 45 ratings

| 14,202 views

God knows our circumstances and no matter what we face we have no excuse to not answer the call of God. God has brought us to this point in life for such a time as this.

FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS Esther 4:14, "For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou and thy father’s house shall be destroyed: and who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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