Esther 6-7 - The End has come

Main idea:  God overturns human evil through His sovereign providence, the intercession of His mediator, and justice that secures His people’s salvation. God’s Providence Sets the Stage (6:1–14) God’s Mediator Identifies with the Condemned (7:1–6) God’s Justice Secures His People’s Salvation (7:7–10) Discussion Questions: 1. Anxiety often comes from believing we must control everything. How does recognizing God’s providence help us respond to fear or worry about circumstances beyond our control? 2. God’s timing is perfect, even when it seems delayed or hidden. How do we cultivate patience and trust in God’s timing, especially when the results of His providence are not yet visible? 3. How does Esther’s courage and identification with her people point to Jesus’ work as our mediator? How does seeing Christ as fully identifying with sinners deepen your understanding of the gospel?