Plots, Lots, and Providence

PLOTS, LOTS, AND PROVIDENCE

05/10/2026; Esther 2:19-3:15; Richie Pendred; Christ Proclamation Church

Sermon Theme: In God’s providence, Mordecai does what is right, yet it leads to danger and persecution. Many times, doing what’s right can lead to situations that feel wrong. Still, Christians must trust that God is working in our best and worst days for our good and His glory!

I. PROTECTING THE KING – (Esther 2:19-23)
   A. Plot Uncovered – (Esther 2:19-21)
   B. Plot Reported – (Esther 2:22)
   C. Plot Extinguished – (Esther 2:23)

II. SOVEREIGN OVER THE KING – (Esther 3:1-15)
   A. Lots Cast – (Esther 3:1-7)
      1. Underlying Hostility – (vv.1-2)
      2. Unprecedented Hatred – (vv.2-7)
   B. Death Decreed – (Esther 3:8-15)
       1. Conflict Arises – (vv.8-9)
       2. Authority Granted – (vv.10-11)
       3. Decree Dispersed – (vv.12-15)

III. ACCOMPLISHING HIS PURPOSES – (Application)
   A. Look to the Cross – (Acts 2:22-24, 4:27-28)
   B. Trust God’s Promise – (Romans 8:32