Publisher's Synopsis
Our God Is Faithful While the name of God may not be mentioned in the book of Esther, its pages highlight His work among His people and foreshadow Jesus's very ministry to us—darkness to light, mourning to celebration, death to life. In this 7-session study, Kelly Minter invites you into the daring faith modeled by Esther and her cousin Mordecai—a faith developed over time, rooted in the goodness of God, lived out through extraordinary circumstances, and used to change the world. Although our time looks different from Esther's, our God is just as active and faithful today, and He has called you for such a time as this.Features: Verse-by-verse Bible study of the book of Esther Content that explores the historical context of Esther's day 7 group sessions and 6 weeks of personal Bible study Leader Guide in the back of the Bible study book to guide questions and discussion with small groups Biblically rooted and gospel-centered Personal study opportunities for ongoing spiritual growth Benefits: Discover how Esther's story inspires us to live faithfully and courageously in our own time. Understand how the book of Esther fits into God's redemptive story. Be reminded that God is always at work in every place and at all times. See how God uses faithful men and women working together to accomplish His redemptive purposes in the world. Kelly Minter is passionate about God's Word and believes it permeates all of life. The personal healing and steadfast hope she's found in the pages of Scripture fuel her passion to connect God's Word to our everyday lives. When she's not writing or teaching, you can find her tending her garden, taking a walk with friends, cooking for her nieces and nephews, riding a boat down the Amazon River, or walking through a Moldovan village with Justice & Mercy International. Kelly is also working on her M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies at Denver Seminary. A few of Kelly's past Bible studies and books include Ruth: Loss, Love, and Legacy; Encountering God: Cultivating Habits of Faith through the Spiritual Disciplines; and The Blessed Life. To see a full list of Kelly's past studies and learn more, visit lifeway.com/kellyminter.
