Esther 10:1 King Xerxes imposed tribute throughout the empire, to its distant shores.
Lord, Thank You for leading me through the book of Esther, for showing me Your powerful presence, even though Your name is not mentioned. Thank You for the faith of Mordecai and the boldness of Esther, for the understanding that each moment, each day, each season, You have things for me to do to further Your kingdom, for the reminder that I need to be open to and watchful for those opportunities.
Esther 10:2 And all his acts of power and might, together with a full account of the greatness of Mordecai, whom the king had promoted, are they not written in the book of the annals of the kings of Media and Persia?
Lord, Thank You for showing me the dangers of being easily swayed, like King Xerxes, who went along with most anything suggested. Thank You for showing me the dangers of bitterness and wounded pride and all the damage they can do and for the reminder that You can bring beauty from ashes, joy from mourning, praise from despair.
Esther 10:3a Mordecai the Jew was second in rank to King Xerxes, preeminent among the Jews….
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture, for Your quiet, faithful presence, for the ability to positively contribute to Your kingdom work. Thank You for never leaving us nor forsaking us, and for making a way, even if we can’t yet perceive it. Draw us closer. Amen.
Esther 10:3b …and held in high esteem by his fellow Jews, because he worked for the good of his people and spoke up for the welfare of all the Jews.
Have a blessed day.