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Quiet Walk 07-16
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July 16Esther 4 Esther learns of the plot to kill the Jews and plans to intercede. INSIGHT“I will go to the king, which is against the law; and if I perish, I perish!” (4:16). Those are not the words of someone being melodramatic; they are the words of a realist who accurately assesses the situation. By law, no one can go into the presence of the king unless invited; to do so means execution. If the king chooses to extend grace to the person, he offers his scepter, whereupon the subject is to kneel and touch the top of the scepter. Esther has no idea what Ahasuerus will do. He deposed Vashti with a clap of his hands; he signed the edict to kill the Jews without asking a question. Though she has no other choice, Esther’s decision still takes great courage. PRAYEROur courage comes from confidence in God who loves us, and for this, we give Him our praise: As you seek to keep your life free from sin, pray this confession to the Lord: Now pray this affirmation to the Lord: As you make your requests known to the Lord, include:
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