Scripture: Esther 8

Summary: When Haman falls, Esther and Mordecai receive honor, but Esther isn’t satisfied with personal safety—she pleads for her people. The unchangeable decree remains, so the king authorizes a counter-decree that empowers the Jews to defend themselves, and hope floods the empire. That picture calls us to gospel urgency: rescued people intercede and act so others can find rescue in Christ. And unlike Esther’s day, our victory is already secured—Jesus has defeated sin and death—so we fight from confidence, not fear, with joy that endures.

Key Takeaways:

• God often honors integrity in His time; stay faithful.
• Salvation fuels mission; rescued people rescue people.
• We fight from victory, not for it, through Christ (1 Cor. 15:57).
• Use your position and voice to intercede for others.
• Hope produces courage and visible joy in dark places.