1. Humble faith quietly advances God’s purposes (v.1-8)

2. Proud ambition rushes toward its own downfall (v.9-14)

1. How does Esther’s strategy demonstrate wisdom, patience, and shrewdness? How is this different from deceit?

2. How might approaching God with confidence change the way we pray or make difficult decisions?

3. In your own life, where do you see joy or satisfaction anchored in things other than God? How does this make you vulnerable to frustration or sin?

4. How does reflecting on Haman’s folly encourage you to examine your own motives, ambitions, or sources of satisfaction?