King Ahasuerus laid tribute on the land and on the coastlands of the sea. (Esther 10:1) Today we look at the story of Esther's brave intervention to save her people. Facing a grave threat to the Jews in the Persian empire, Esther, with God's unseen guidance, approached King Xerxes uninvited, risking her life. She invited … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Sept. 7th

And the king said to her, "What is it, Queen Esther? What is your request? It shall be given you, even to the half of my kingdom." (Esther 5:3) Today we look at the story of Esther, a Jewish woman who becomes the queen of Persia. Chosen for her beauty and grace, Esther gains favor … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Sept. 6th

All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:16-17) Today we see one of many Jesus's rebukes of the Pharisees, who prioritized rituals over compassion. His heart for the … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Sept. 5th

So they gave money to the masons and the carpenters, and food, drink, and oil to the Sidonians and the Tyrians to bring cedar trees from Lebanon to the sea, to Joppa, according to the grant which they had from Cyrus King of Persia. (Ezra 3:7) Today we take a look at the story of … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Sept. 4th