Sunday Sermon by Kevin Jensen — Esther's story begins with trouble both personal and societal. God is not mentioned in the entire book of Esther, and he seems unlikely to appear in Esther's difficult situation. Yet, just as Romans 8:28 reminds us that God works in every situation for the good of those who love him, God is at work in Esther's life—in the background, just behind the scenes, preparing her for the work he has in store for her. Texts: Esther 1-2, Romans 8:28