Verses related to Esther, 4:
Esther 4 reports the anguish of Mordecai and all Jews before the Assyrian king's decree authorizing the execution of all Jews. Esther, who is Jewish, is informed by Mordecai about the situation and encouraged to talk to the king to intercede for his people. Below are five verses related to the topics covered in Esther 4:
Deuteronomy 31:6: "Strong and courageous thirst; do not fear, nor fear you before them; For the Lord, your God, is the one who will let you not let you, nor will you." Just as Mordochew encouraged Esther to be brave, this verse encourages God's people to be strong and brave, trusting that God will always accompany them.
Isaiah 41:10: "Do not fear, because I am with you; do not haunt yourself, because I am your God; I strengthen you, and help you, and I support you with my faithful right hand." This verse is another passage that encourages believers not to be afraid, trusting in God's power to help them in all situations.
Philippians 4:6-7: "Be not restless for anything; before, your petitions are in all known before God for prayer and supplications, with thanksgiving. And the peace of God, which exceeds all understanding, will keep Your heart and your mind in Christ Jesus. " This verse shows the importance of prayer and gratitude in difficult times, and that God is able to bring us peace even in the midst of anguish.
Hebrews 13:6: "So, having the Lord care of us, we do not fear, therefore, to say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what the man may do to me." This verse reinforces the idea that God is our helper and protector, and that we need not fear anything that men can do.
Psalm 34:4: "I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears." This psalm shows how the psalmist sought God in a moment of fear and anguish and was heard and rescued by him. This verse can encourage believers to seek God in prayer, even in difficult times.
