The book of Esther tells how a Jewish young woman becomes the queen of Persia and saves her people from a plot to destroy them. She is assisted in this by Mordecai, her cousin and guardian. But her ascendancy from obscurity to royalty is not coincidental. She is born, prepared, and supported for “such a time as this.” Scriptures referenced include Esther 4:13-17; Esther 7:3-6; Jeremiah 29:11; Proverbs 16:4; Ephesians 2:10; and 1 Peter 2:9.
The Gospel of Mark, traditionally attributed to John Mark, a companion of Peter, was likely written around 65-70 AD for a Gentile audience. It...
We continue with “Perspectives on Easter” – our series focused on the people who played both major and minor roles in the Easter narrative,...
Psalm 104 provides an extensive meditation on the various aspects of creation, describing the water, winds, mountains, animals, and plants, showcasing God’s sustaining power...
