- For Mordecai the Jew was second in rank to King Ahasuerus, and he was great among the Jews and popular with the multitude of his brothers, for he sought the welfare of his people and spoke peace to all his people. Esther 10:3 – When God lifts you up and blesses you how do you choose to use all that He just gave you? We see Mordecai using this to bring help and rest to God’s people, something that would honor God as well. Rather than using that blessing for his selfish desires he chose to give glory to God and seek to help others. Challenge yourself against what Mordecai did. As you currently look at what you’ve been given in life are you using it only for you or for others and God? What could you today begin using of the things you’ve been given to make God’s name known more and to bring rest and help to those around you? Life is about more than just satisfying our selfish needs. I love you, but Jesus loves you more – Mac – Daily DEVO 919
- For Mordecai the Jew was second in rank to King Ahasuerus, and he was great among the Jews and popular with the multitude of his brothers, for he sought the welfare of his people and spoke peace to all his people. Esther 10:3 – While the book is entitled Esther and is certainly focused on her, Esther’s story would be vastly different without Mordecai. When Esther’s parents died, he took her in as his own daughter, raising her well and pouring God’s word and law into her. He gave guidance and peace to her when the government over her was doing things outside of her control. He checked in on her daily and encouraged her to walk boldly with her God. Now Mordecai is placed second in command of a world power, and how does he use such power? In the same way he did for orphaned Esther, to seek other’s welfare and to speak peace. Know God sees the holy actions done that you may not think anyone notices. He also sees the pure heart and mind within. He sees, He knows, and He hears, and know He also doesn’t leave such faithfulness without blessing. Just be willing to pursue such a holy life even if you don’t get promoted in this world but your blessing comes only in Heaven. For not every holy follower of God was raised to worldly glory like Mordecai, some were even crucified for following our Heavenly Father. So whether blessing comes within this life or the next, know a holy life lived out for the Lord is worth it for who know all that God will do with our faithfulness. I love you, but Jesus loves you more – Mac – Daily DEVO 2526
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