Sermons on Esther 1:3-22:

I Love My Spouse

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 17, 2010

Why was Vashti so resentful? This is a word for every relationship and marriage.

I Love My Spouse Text: Esther 1:12 12 But Queen Vashti refused to come at the king’s command brought by his eunuchs; therefore the king was furious, and his anger burned within him. Once the Queen jumped to fulfill the needs of the king. It was love at first sight, ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bible: An Ancient Book With A Current Message

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 27, 2010

The third of three sermons on the Bible and its importance

As I begin this morning, I am asking you to dip into your historical awareness (realizing as I do that not everyone loves history) with this question. (Slide 1) In your opinion, what has been the most important military battle in history? No one mentioned (Slide 1a) The Battle of Salamis. The ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:10-22

Denomination: Church Of God

The Veil Of Vashti

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 31, 2009

A little known fact about Vashti’s actions and the importance of her veil.

THE VEIL OF VASHTI TEXT: Esther 1:10-12 Esther 1:10-12 KJV On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, and Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcas, the seven chamberlains that served in the presence of Ahasuerus the king, [11] To bring ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why The Devil Takes Visa Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 2, 2009

Wrong things to do when I’m angry, depressed, frustrated: 1) INVEST in pride; 2) BORROW bitterness; 3) TRADE relationships.

Have you ever felt like the world around you was moving at such an incredible speed while you were standing still? I mean, have you ever wondered if maybe you weren’t going anywhere in life, at least not everywhere you want to go? Have you ever asked yourself, “Is God even at work in my life? ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Saying Yes To God Series

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 21, 2008

THe Book of Esther is written in a storybook fashion where each chapter ends climatically. It brings us to the point "for such a time as this" we are where we are.

Saying Yes to God Esther Chapter 1 The Book of Esther is written in dramatic fashion, each chapter ends in a cliffhanger fashion. Each chapter ends in such a way to say, “Stay tuned” or “to be continued.” The story begins about 483 B.C.; about 55 years after Zerubbabel led the first group of ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mother's Day Message From Esther

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 6, 2021

A Mother's Day Message focusing on the words of Esther

Someday is Today Esther 4:1-14 May 9, 2021 When I was a sophomore in high school some friends and myself went out on a Friday night. We just wanted to have some fun. One of my friends, who was a little bigger than me said, “I feel like getting in a fight.” We were not fighters. Nobody was ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 29, 2020

In Esther, we will learn that God is at work in spite of appearances. Often it is behind the scenes, quietly weaving circumstances together in order to bring about His will for our good and His glory.

For Such a Time as This Esther 1:1-9 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 07-12-2020 Silence! I walked into the small chapel on the campus on the church that I served at in Florida, fell on my knees, and wept hysterically. Mr dream job in Florida had turned into a nightmare and ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Queen Says No Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 29, 2020

In Esther, we will learn that God is at work in spite of appearances. Often it is behind the scenes, quietly weaving circumstances together in order to bring about His will for our good and His glory.

For Such a Time as This: A Queen Says No Esther 1:9-21 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 07-19-2020 Party Animal Last week, we began our study of the book of Esther and found ourselves looking in on not one but two huge parties. Xerxes, the king, held a banquet of feasting ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

King Ahasuerus

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 8, 2019

Every leader be it a team leader, pastor, youth leader, father, manager etc., has to be mentally strong and emotionally stable, otherwise there would be disaster.

King Ahasuerus Esther 1:13”..the king Ahasuerus said to the wise men who understood the times--for it was the custom of the king so to speak before all who knew law and justice.” The 2015 Germanwings Flight 9525 disaster, in which 150 people were killed after the co-pilot may have intentionally ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overeating Is Gluttony

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 19, 2021

Satan has managed to divert our attention to food and luxury, anybody listening?

Esther 1:1-5 Esther 1:3” King Ahasuerus gave a banquet for all his princes and attendants, the army officers of Persia and Media, the nobles and the princes of his provinces being in his presence. King Ahasuerus hosted a ‘rave party’ for his officials and army that lasted for 180 days, that is 6 ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Providence In The World Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 21, 2021

We see it so clearly in Esther, how God used pagans for His purpose, but it was not new. God has always worked outside of Israel, for His providence is universal.

Time magazine covered the extravagance of the Shaw Of Iran back in 1971. It was the 2500th year anniversary of the founding of the Persian Empire by Cyrus the Great. Nine kings and five queens were there, along with princes and princesses, and 16 presidents. It was a high class elegant affair ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-9

Providence Through Women Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 21, 2021

The surprising thing is you have what you have because of the providence of God in the lives of women like Vashti. She was used to save Judaism, and this is our heritage as Christians.

Paul Aurandt tells this fascinating true story that deals with the paradox of positive rebellion. In April of 1847 it looked as if Mexico was ready to make peace with the United States. President James Polk chose Nicholas Trist to go as a peace commissioner. On his way Trist spoke to reporters ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:10-22

God Is At Work Even When We Do Not Know It

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 27, 2018

The book of Esther provides insight into what God is doing when He chooses to remain silent.

A Study of the Book of Esther God Is At Work Even When We Do Not Know It! Esther 1:1-22 Esther is a very unusual book. It almost did not make into the canon of ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Favor Of God - Use It Or Lose It Series

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

Believers need to know what the favor of God really is and how to activate it in their own lives

The Favor of God Use it or Lose it! Part 1 of a Series TEXT: Jeremiah 1:4-8 KJV, “Then the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. Then ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22, Esther 1:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Favor Of God - The Potential Principle Series

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

Understanding your potential as a Believer

The Favor of God The Potential Principle Part 2 of a 3 Part Series Introduction: Today we are continuing with a very important series that will absolutely transform and revolutionize your life if you can get it. This really is one of the most important messages I could share with you. You see, ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Church Of God