God with Me

Bible Passage: Esther 4 

Scripture: 

he sent her this warning: “Don't imagine that you are safer than any other Jew just because you are in the royal palace. If you keep quiet at a time like this, help will come from heaven to the Jews, and they will be saved, but you will die and your father's family will come to an end. Yet who knows—maybe it was for a time like this that you were made queen!” (Esther 4:13‭-‬14 GNT) 

Observation: 

a. If you remain completely silent at this time, relief and deliverance will arise for the Jews from another place: Mordecai’s trust was in the faithfulness of God, not in the faithfulness of Esther. He knows that God will not let His people down, even if individuals let God down. 

b. Yet who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this? Mordecai knew that God had promoted this orphan in exile for a reason – and Esther must have the courage and wisdom to see that reason and fulfill it. 

Application: 

 i. This principle applies to us also. God promotes us or puts us in a place for a reason, and we need the courage and wisdom to see that reason and to walk in it. 

 ii. “You have been wishing for another position where you could do something for Jesus: do not wish anything of the kind, but serve him where you are.” (Spurgeon) 

Personal Takeaway: 

I believe I can serve God wherever I go and whatever I do. Ministry for me comes in different forms and can be accomplished in various fields, places or industries. For instance, my current place of ministry is at home where I work as an employee and helping out my family in providing their needs especially I'm still a single woman, soon-to-be married, Lord willing. I desire to make the most of the season where I am right now for me to be better prepared to what I will face in the next chapter of my life. 

I'm doing my best with God's help to manage the resources God has given me - time, money and abilities- and use them for the expansion of God's kingdom. It's my joy to be of great service for the Lord though I admit that there are times I let my fear take over that paralyzes me to do what God is calling me to do, but I thank the Lord for reminding me through His word that says, "Remember that I have commanded you to be determined and confident! Do not be afraid or discouraged, for I, the Lord your God, am with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9 GNT).

It's a reminder for me that my success does not depend solely on my ability to keep God’s word. 

It depends even more on God’s presence with me. 

Prayer: 

O Father, I bless Your Name. You are mighty, awesome, and wonderful! You are worthy of all adoration and praises! Help me to be an instrument of joy, peace, and love wherever You lead me. Teach me to be patient and be persevering to do Your will for the glory of Your Name. In Jesus' name. Amen. 

Song: 

 "God With Me" (Vineyard Worship) https://youtu.be/gNN3htT151I 

Credits: 

S.O.A.P. Bible Study Method

Enduring Word Bible Commentary

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Music Meets Heaven (YouTube Channel)