Esther 2:15-23 - “God is in Control - Again!” - Today we read of how God is in control. We constantly see His hand in history.

Scripture Reading: 1 Chronicles 1-2

Esther 2:1-14 - “A Beauty Contest Ensues” - A new queen is needed and the king looks for just the right woman. Who will it be?

Scripture Reading: Psalm 6, 8-10, 14, 16, 19, 21

Esther 1:10-22 - “When a Queen Refuses” - Let’s consider what was right and what was wrong in this event.

Scripture Reading: 2 Samuel 1-4

Esther 1:1-9 - “In the Meantime” - In between Ezra chapters 6 and 7 are the events in Esther. So, we will jump to Esther in order to keep her story in the right context.

Scripture Reading: Psalm 121, 123-125, 128-130

Ezra 6:19-22 - “Passover is Observed” - As one of the main feast days of the Jews, this observation of Passover brought great joy to their hearts.

Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 28-31, Psalm 18

Ezra 6:13-18 - “Reconstruction Completed” After delays and failures, the Temple is completed to the joy of the people.

Scripture Reading: Psalm 17, 35, 54, 63

Ezra 6:1-12 - “Dear Leaders” - The king searched and found the truth and once again issued a decree to allow the rebuilding of the Jewish Temple.

Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 25-27

Ezra 5:6-17 - “Dear King” - The returnees petition the king to let them resume their work. Will it work?

Scripture Reading: Psalm 56, 120, 140-142

Haggai 2:10-23 - “Consider our Ways” - To consider mean to think or analyze. Today, consider your paths and choices.

Scripture Reading: Psalm 7, 27, 31

Haggai 2:1-9 - “Let’s Remember God’s Blessings” - Haggai wanted the people to remember how much the Lord had done for them. That would motivate them to keep building.

Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 21-24