When we think of the word “worship,” we often think of singing songs. We think of going to church on Sunday mornings in our “Sunday” attire and listening to a choir or following the worship leader in hymns and choruses. But in today’s message King David will remind the people of Israel—as well as all of us—that worship isn’t just what we do on Sunday; it’s what we do on Monday through Saturday. Our greatest song of praise will not come through our lungs . . . it will come through our lives.
Scandals abound in a drama cast in the ancient Persian Empire. In the midst of political intrigue and betrayal, a beautiful orphan girl suddenly becomes the leading character, as God’s providence rescues His people from certain death. At first glance, Esther is the heroine and Mordecai the master manipulator. Take a closer look, however, and you’ll discover that behind the scenes, God is pulling the strings as His sovereign providence unfolds.