Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 135 | May 26, 2026
Introduction to Esther
Esther is a unique book in the Bible. It never mentions God by name, yet His presence is everywhere. Set during the time of the Persian Empire, Esther tells the story of how God sovereignly protects His people through unexpected people and unseen providence.
The story follows Esther, a young Jewish woman who becomes queen, and her cousin Mordecai, who raises her. When a powerful official named Haman plots to destroy the Jews, Mordecai challenges Esther to act—even though approaching the king uninvited could cost her life.
Esther’s bravery becomes a defining moment. Her famous words—“If I perish, I perish”—reflect a deep trust in a God who isn’t mentioned but is clearly guiding the story.
The book is filled with reversals: the weak become strong, the powerful fall, and the enemy’s plans backfire. Haman’s gallows are used on himself, and the Jewish people are not only saved—they are honored.
Esther reminds us that God is always at work, even when He seems hidden. He places people in positions of influence “for such a time as this,” and His plans cannot be stopped.
Though the book ends with victory and celebration (the feast of Purim), it also points us forward to Jesus—the ultimate Advocate who intercedes for His people, not just at the risk of His life, but by giving it. Esther’s courage foreshadows the bold love of Christ, who stepped in to rescue us at just the right time.
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