Queen Esther demonstrates remarkable courage and wisdom as she approaches King Xerxes after three days of fasting, risking her life to save her people. Her strategic approach reveals how God works behind the scenes, orchestrating divine timing even when His name isn't mentioned in the story.

• Esther prepares physically and spiritually before approaching the king, fasting for three days and wearing her royal robes
• The king immediately shows favor to Esther by extending his golden scepter, granting her audience
• Rather than making her request immediately, Esther strategically invites the king and Haman to a banquet
• Esther's selfless petition focuses on saving her people rather than securing personal gain
• The timing of Esther's banquets allows for crucial background events that will help her cause
• God orchestrates circumstances perfectly even when we can't see what He's doing behind the scenes
• Our prayers reveal our priorities—do we pray for personal comfort or world-changing outcomes?

What is God doing in your life right now behind the scenes that you don't yet know about? Join us for our next episode where we'll see how God uses King Xerxes' sleepless night to further His divine plan.

Suggested Resources:

BIBLE PLAN - Trusting God's Plan When You Don't See Him: Lessons From the Book of Esther

PODCAST - Genesis to Revelation Bible Reading

TOOLS - Refresh Your Spirit through God's Word

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Episode 52 - The Esther Series: Prayer, Preparation, and Providence (Esther 5:1-8 NIV)

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