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  1. Oct 25

    Christophanies of the Old Testament - Part 2 | Robert Tavares

    “When Jesus Shows Up” Authority, Purpose, and Presence Robert Tavares Live Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20, Genesis 32, Joshua 5-6, Judges 6 Many believers think of Jesus as only appearing in the New Testament. But the Bible reveals a much bigger story. Long before Bethlehem. Long before the cross. Long before the empty tomb. Jesus was already working, revealing Himself, and transforming lives throughout the Old Testament. In this powerful study, Robert Tavares explores three incredible appearances of Christ before His incarnation: Jacob wrestling with God, Joshua meeting the Commander of the Lord's Army, and Gideon's encounter with the Angel of the Lord. Though each encounter is different, they all reveal the same truth: Jesus comes to establish His authority, reveal His purpose, and assure us of His presence. Key Takeaways • Jesus did not begin in Bethlehem. He is eternal and preexistent. • God pursues people before they seek Him. • True victory comes through surrender, not self-reliance. • God's blessings often come after we stop wrestling with His will. • God does not exist to bless our plans. We are called to submit to His. • Faith requires obedience even when God's instructions don't make sense. • God often uses unlikely people to accomplish extraordinary purposes. • Our greatest weakness becomes strength when surrendered to God. • Every genuine encounter with Jesus should lead to worship. • God's authority, purpose, and presence are available to every believer who fully trusts Him. Today's Reminder Jacob wrestled with God. Joshua faced an impossible battle. Gideon believed he was too weak and insignificant. Yet in every situation, Jesus showed up. Jacob discovered that winning meant surrendering. Joshua discovered that the question was never whether God was on his side, but whether he was on God's side. Gideon discovered that God's strength is made perfect in weakness. How often do we approach God with our own plans? "Lord, bless what I want." "Lord, do it my way." "Lord, fix my circumstances." But Jesus calls us to something deeper: Surrender. When we stop resisting His authority, embrace His purpose, and trust His presence, God begins to accomplish things in and through our lives that we could never achieve on our own. Three Life-Changing Encounters 1. Jacob Wrestling with God (Genesis 32) Jacob learned that the greatest battle wasn't with Esau. It was with his own self-reliance. Real blessing came only after total surrender. 2. Joshua Meets the Commander (Joshua 5-6) Joshua learned that victory belongs to God. Before the walls of Jericho could fall, Joshua had to submit himself to God's leadership. 3. Gideon and the Angel of the Lord (Judges 6) Gideon saw weakness. God saw a mighty warrior. God delights in using unlikely people who are willing to trust Him. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Introduction & Colossians 1 (1:42) Why Jesus Appears in the Old Testament (4:24) Jesus Is the Image of the Invisible God (7:14) Christ's Preeminence & Creation (10:07) Jesus Throughout Scripture (12:23) Christophany #1: Jacob Wrestles with God (16:08) Why God Wrestled Jacob (20:13) Holding On to God (24:14) The Blessing of Surrender (27:00) Lessons from Jacob (28:28) Christophany #2: Joshua Meets the Commander (32:28) Are You on God's Side? (35:02) Joshua's Worship (36:36) The Battle of Jericho (39:42) Lessons from Joshua (40:58) Christophany #3: Gideon and the Angel of the Lord (43:38) The Lord Is With You, Mighty Warrior (47:43) Has God Abandoned Us? (50:14) God Confidence vs Self-Confidence (52:41) The Lord Is Peace (53:34) Lessons from Gideon (56:02) Authority, Purpose & Presence (58:07) The Great Commission (1:00:00) Salvation Invitation (1:01:30) Final Encouragement Stay Connected • Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook • Wednesday Bible Study – He's The Solution Interactive Discussion • Daily Dose of Boldness – Daily encouragement from God's Word Be Bold for Jesus Conference 2027 Tickets & information at BB4J.com Support the Mission Help us continue sharing the Gospel and equipping believers to live boldly, wisely, and obediently for Christ. Give at bebold4jesus.org #BeBoldForJesus #JesusInTheOldTestament #Christophanies #Jacob #Joshua #Gideon #JesusChrist #BibleTeaching #SundaySermon #TrustGod #FaithOverFear #ChristianLiving #OldTestamentStudy #AuthorityPurposePresence #WalkWithChrist

  2. Oct 18

    The Trap You Set | Esther 7

    Welcome to Be Bold for Jesus Ministries Our mission is to equip believers to live boldly for Christ with discernment, obedience, and unwavering trust in God. Led by Lee Arnold and Jaclyn Arnold, Be Bold for Jesus Ministries teaches God's Word with clarity and conviction, helping believers pursue humility, faithfulness, and a life that brings glory to God. TODAY'S MESSAGE “The Trap You Set” Lee Arnold Live Scripture: Esther 7:1-10 Haman had everything: power, influence, wealth, and position. As the second most powerful man in the Persian Empire, he believed he was untouchable. He manipulated the king, secured a decree against the Jewish people, and even built gallows for the man he hated most: Mordecai. But Haman forgot one crucial truth: God was still in control. In Esther 7, Queen Esther finally reveals her identity and exposes Haman's wicked plot. The man who thought he controlled the future suddenly discovers that God had been working behind the scenes all along. The trap Haman built for someone else became the very instrument of his own destruction. This chapter reminds us that pride, bitterness, hidden sin, and selfish ambition always lead somewhere. We reap what we sow. Yet it also reminds us that God's justice is certain, His mercy is available, and His purposes cannot be stopped. KEY TAKEAWAYS God gives His people courage to speak the truth Courage is obedience despite fear Nothing is hidden from God Hidden sin is never truly hidden Pride always leads toward destruction God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble We reap what we sow Faithfulness is never forgotten by God We must trust God with outcomes while remaining obedient God's justice is certain, but His mercy is available through Jesus Christ TODAY'S REMINDER Haman thought he was winning. He built the gallows. He wrote the decree. He held the power. But God was working behind the scenes. How often do we make the same mistake? We crave recognition. We carry bitterness. We justify pride. We hold onto resentment. Yet God sees everything. The lesson of Esther 7 is not merely that Haman fell. The lesson is that every believer must ask: “How much Haman is in me?” Do I resent others? Do I struggle to forgive? Do I secretly desire revenge? Do I believe my success comes from me instead of God? The answer isn't condemnation. The answer is repentance. Because the same God who judges pride also offers grace to the humble. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Welcome & Introduction (0:28) The Reign of Terror & Robespierre (3:18) Esther 7 Overview (5:50) God Gives Us Courage to Speak the Truth (12:48) Esther Reveals the Truth (16:50) Nothing Is Hidden from God (23:08) You Cannot Hide Sin from God (27:10) Pride Will Eventually Bring You Down (33:37) You Will Reap What You Sow (39:02) How Much Haman Is in Me? (42:14) Final Application (45:57) Closing Prayer Stay Connected • Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook • Wednesday Bible Study – He's The Solution Interactive Discussion • Daily Dose of Boldness – Daily encouragement from God's Word Be Bold for Jesus Conference 2027 Tickets & information at BB4J.com Support the Mission Help us continue sharing the Gospel and equipping believers to live boldly, wisely, and obediently for Christ. Give at bebold4jesus.org #BeBoldForJesus #Esther7 #TheTrapYouSet #PrideComesBeforeAFall #TrustGod #FaithOverFear #Humility #BibleTeaching #SundaySermon #ChristianLiving

  3. Oct 11

    Jesus in The Old Testament Part 1 | Robert Tavares

    The Christophanies of Christ – Part 1 Scripture: John 1:1-18, Genesis 16, Genesis 18, Genesis 22 Many Christians think of Jesus as arriving on the pages of Scripture in Bethlehem. But what if Jesus has been revealing Himself since Genesis? In this powerful study, Robert Tavares explores the biblical doctrine of Christophanies: the pre-incarnate appearances of Jesus Christ in the Old Testament. Before the manger, before the cross, and before the empty tomb, Jesus was already actively involved in God's plan of redemption. Beginning in John 1, we discover that Jesus is the eternal Word who has always existed. He was with God in the beginning, He is God, and through Him all things were created. This foundational truth helps us recognize Christ's appearances throughout the Old Testament. From Hagar in the desert, to Abraham and Sarah, to Abraham and Isaac on Mount Moriah, we see Jesus revealing God's character, faithfulness, promises, and provision long before His earthly ministry began. Key Takeaways • Jesus did not begin at Bethlehem; He has existed eternally as God the Son. • The Old Testament continually points us to Jesus Christ. • God sees the hurting, rejected, and forgotten. • A personal encounter with Jesus transforms lives. • God's promises are fulfilled in God's timing, not ours. • Nothing is too difficult for the Lord. • Faith requires obedience, even when we don't understand God's plan. • God honors faith-filled obedience. • Our obedience impacts more people than we realize. • The same Jesus revealed in Genesis is the Jesus who saves today. Today's Reminder When Hagar was rejected and alone in the wilderness... Jesus saw her. When Abraham and Sarah struggled to believe God's promises... Jesus reminded them that nothing is impossible with God. When Abraham stood on Mount Moriah facing an impossible act of obedience... Jesus provided the sacrifice. The message is the same for us today. God sees you. God knows your circumstances. God hears your prayers. God remembers His promises. And God is still working even when you cannot see what He is doing. The Jesus who walked with His people in Genesis is the same Jesus who walks with His people today. He has not changed. He has not abandoned His promises. And He has not forgotten you. Three Christophanies Examined 1. Jesus Appears to Hagar (Genesis 16) In her moment of rejection, despair, and uncertainty, Hagar encounters the Angel of the Lord and discovers that God sees her suffering and has a plan for her future. 2. Jesus Appears to Abraham and Sarah (Genesis 18) God reaffirms His promise and reminds Abraham and Sarah that nothing is too hard for the Lord, even when circumstances seem impossible. 3. Jesus Appears to Abraham and Isaac (Genesis 22) At the moment of greatest testing, God provides and demonstrates that faith must be accompanied by obedience. Today's Challenge Spend time looking for Jesus throughout all of Scripture. Don't limit Him to the Gospels. Don't limit Him to the manger. Don't limit Him to the cross. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible tells one story: Jesus Christ is Lord. And just as He revealed Himself to Hagar, Abraham, Sarah, and Isaac, He desires to reveal Himself to you today. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Introduction & John 1 Reading (4:28) The Preexistent Christ (6:24) Jesus Before Bethlehem (15:31) What Is a Christophany? (18:37) Christophany #1: Hagar & Ishmael (26:32) The Angel of the Lord (29:56) God's Promise to Hagar (35:17) The God Who Sees Me (37:52) Christophany #2: Abraham & Sarah (43:42) God's Promise Repeated (45:59) Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord? (48:20) Christophany #3: Abraham & Isaac (54:11) Faith-Filled Obedience (57:23) God Did Not Withhold His Son (59:13) Lessons from Abraham's Faith (1:00:50) Seeing Jesus Throughout Scripture (1:03:16) Gospel Invitation (1:04:23) Closing Prayer Stay Connected • Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook • Wednesday Bible Study – He's The Solution Interactive Discussion • Daily Dose of Boldness – Daily encouragement from God's Word Be Bold for Jesus Conference 2026 October 2-3, 2026 Tickets & information at BB4J.com Support the Mission Help us continue sharing the Gospel and equipping believers to live boldly, wisely, and obediently for Christ. Give at bebold4jesus.org #BeBoldForJesus #JesusInTheOldTestament #Christophanies #Genesis #John1 #BibleTeaching #RobertTavares #SundaySermon #Faith #TrustGod #JesusChrist #OldTestamentStudy #ChristianLiving #BibleStudy #JesusThroughoutScripture

  4. Sep 20

    While You Were Sleeping, God Was Working | Esther 6

    Welcome to Be Bold for Jesus Ministries Our mission is to equip believers to live boldly for Christ with discernment, obedience, and unwavering trust in God, especially in seasons when it feels like nothing is happening. Led by Lee Arnold and Jaclyn Arnold, Be Bold for Jesus Ministries teaches God's Word with clarity and conviction, reminding believers that God's providence is always at work, even when His hand is unseen. Today's Message “While You Were Sleeping, God Was Working” Lee Arnold Live Scripture: Esther 6:1-14 Today's Challenge Maybe you're waiting today. Waiting for healing. Waiting for restoration. Waiting for direction. Waiting for a spouse. Waiting for a breakthrough. Waiting for an answered prayer. Esther 6 reminds us that God does not have to announce what He is doing in order to be doing it. Your job is faithfulness. God's job is the outcome. Keep praying. Keep serving. Keep trusting. Keep obeying. Because while you are waiting... God is working. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Welcome & Introduction (0:23) The Coeur d'Alene Detour Story (6:05) The Church Prayer Meeting Revelation (8:08) Esther 6: The Night the King Couldn't Sleep (10:58) Point #1 - God Works Through Small Things (14:01) Point #2 - God Does Not Forget Faithfulness (16:16) Joseph's Story and God's Timing (18:17) God's Delays Are Not God's Denials (22:01) Prayer First, Action Second (25:35) Point #3 - Pride Has a Way of Blinding Us (27:58) Haman's Greatest Mistake (32:08) Point #4 - God Can Reverse a Situation Overnight (33:38) From Gallows to Parade (34:49) Pride Goes Before Destruction (37:48) Application: Stay Faithful (39:42) While You Were Sleeping, God Was Working (41:11) Closing Prayer (44:18) Prayer Line & Final Announcements Stay Connected • Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook • Wednesday Bible Study – BB4J Interactive Sermon Discussion • Daily Dose of Boldness – Daily encouragement from God's Word Be Bold for Jesus Conference 2026 October 2-3, 2026 Tickets & information at BB4J.com Support the Mission Help us continue sharing the Gospel and equipping believers to live boldly, wisely, and obediently for Christ. Give at bebold4jesus.org #BeBoldForJesus #Esther6 #WhileYouWereSleeping #GodWasWorking #GodsProvidence #TrustGod #Faithfulness #BibleTeaching #SundaySermon #ChristianLiving #GodsTiming #FaithOverFear #EstherStudy #TrustHisPlan #KingdomPurpose

  5. Sep 13

    When God says "not yet" | Esther 5

    Welcome to Be Bold for Jesus Ministries Our mission is to equip believers to live boldly for Christ with discernment, obedience, and unwavering trust in God, especially during seasons of waiting, uncertainty, and unanswered questions. Led by Lee Arnold and Jaclyn Arnold, Be Bold for Jesus Ministries teaches God's Word with clarity and conviction, helping believers trust God's timing even when His plan isn't yet visible. Today's Message “When God Says, ‘NOT YET’” What Is God Doing While You Wait? Lee Arnold Live Scripture: Esther 5:1-14 Have you ever known exactly what God wanted you to do, yet felt like the timing wasn't right? Esther found herself in precisely that situation. After three days of fasting and prayer, Esther courageously walked into the king's court, risking her life to save her people. She had prepared. She had prayed. She had committed herself fully to God's purpose. The king extended the golden scepter. The door was open. The opportunity had arrived. Yet surprisingly, Esther didn't immediately make her request. Twice the king asked what she wanted. Twice Esther waited. Why? Because sometimes faith means moving forward. And sometimes faith means waiting for God's perfect timing. What Esther couldn't see was that while she was waiting, God was working behind the scenes, arranging circumstances that would change everything. Key Takeaways • Faith requires both courage and patience • Obedience means trusting God's timing, not just His direction • While you are waiting, God is working • God's silence does not mean God's absence • Wisdom knows the difference between waiting and fear • Bitterness can blind us to God's blessings • Pride prepares its own destruction • Humility invites God's favor • We are responsible for obedience, not outcomes • God is always working behind the scenes, even when we cannot see it Today's Reminder Esther couldn't control the king. She couldn't control the scepter. She couldn't control the outcome. She could only control her obedience. Sometimes that's exactly where God calls us to live. There comes a point when you've prayed. You've prepared. You've sought wise counsel. You've searched the Scriptures. And then you simply trust God with what only He can do. But there's another challenge: Sometimes God says, "Not yet." And waiting can be just as difficult as stepping out in faith. The danger is assuming that because we don't see movement, nothing is happening. But Esther chapter 5 reminds us: While You Are Waiting, God Is Working. Esther couldn't see what God was preparing. Mordecai couldn't see it. Haman certainly couldn't see it. But God was arranging every detail perfectly. Three Powerful Lessons from Esther 5 1. Courage Takes the First Step Esther entered the king's court despite the risk. Faith does what God asks us to do and trusts God with the results. 2. While You Are Waiting, God Is Working Sometimes God's answer is not "No." Sometimes it's simply: "Not yet." God's timing is often accomplishing things we cannot see. 3. Pride and Bitterness Are Dangerous Haman had wealth, power, influence, and privilege. Yet one man robbed him of all his joy. Bitterness magnified the one thing wrong in his life until he lost sight of everything that was right. Questions for Reflection • Is God calling me to GO, but I've been calling fear "patience"? • Is God calling me to WAIT, but I'm trying to force my own timing? • Is there a "Mordecai" in my life that I'm allowing to steal my joy? • Have pride or bitterness taken root in my heart? • Am I trusting God's timing as much as I trust His promises?

  6. Sep 6

    For Such A Time As This | Esther 4 | Live at the Paul Bunyan Days in St Maries, ID

    “For Such a Time as This” Lee Arnold Live Scripture: Esther 4:12-17 Esther was an orphan turned queen. Mordecai was a faithful servant burdened by the coming destruction of his people. Haman had convinced King Xerxes to issue a decree that would result in the annihilation of every Jew in the Persian Empire. And in that moment of crisis, Mordecai challenged Esther with one of the most powerful questions in all of Scripture: "Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?" What if your current job isn't accidental? What if your neighborhood isn't accidental? What if your relationships aren't accidental? What if God has positioned you exactly where you are for a divine purpose? Esther 4 reminds us that God places His people strategically so they can impact the lives of others for His glory. Key Takeaways • God's people should be brokenhearted for those headed toward eternal destruction • Salvation is available through Jesus Christ alone • God positions believers intentionally, not accidentally • Your workplace may be your mission field • Your current season may be your assignment from God • Courage is not the absence of fear, but obedience in the presence of fear • God does not need us to accomplish His will, but He invites us to participate in it • Faith often requires action before fear disappears • The Gospel is too important to keep to ourselves • Every believer has been positioned "for such a time as this" Today's Reminder Mordecai's heart was broken because people he loved were facing destruction. He couldn't ignore it. He couldn't pretend it wasn't happening. He couldn't continue with life as normal. The question for us is simple: Do our hearts break for the things that break the heart of God? We get upset over politics. We get upset over finances. We get upset over daily inconveniences. But when was the last time we wept over someone who doesn't know Jesus? God didn't place you where you are by accident. You're not "just" a teacher. You're not "just" a business owner. You're not "just" a mechanic. You're not "just" a parent. You're an ambassador for Christ exactly where God has placed you. Like Esther, you may be standing in a position today that God intends to use for His purposes tomorrow. Three Questions from Esther 4 1. Does Your Heart Break for Lost People? Who in your life needs Jesus? A child? A parent? A coworker? A friend? A neighbor? Ask God to give you His heart for them. 2. Do You Recognize Where God Has Positioned You? Maybe you're not stuck. Maybe you're stationed. Perhaps God has strategically placed you exactly where you are because someone around you needs to hear the Gospel from you. 3. Will You Act When Your Moment Comes? Esther could have remained silent. Instead, she chose courage. She chose obedience. She chose faith. And God used her to save a nation. Today's Challenge Stop asking: "Why am I here?" Start asking: "God, what do You want to do through me while I'm here?" Because your family is a mission field. Your workplace is a mission field. Your community is a mission field. And God may have placed you exactly where you are... For Such a Time as This. Stay Connected • Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook • Wednesday Bible Study – He’s The Solution Interactive Discussion • Daily Dose of Boldness – Daily encouragement from God's Word Be Bold for Jesus Conference 2026 October 2-3, 2026 Tickets & information at BB4J.com Support the Mission Help us continue sharing the Gospel and equipping believers to live boldly, wisely, and obediently for Christ. Give at bebold4jesus.org #BeBoldForJesus #Esther4 #ForSuchATimeAsThis #BoldFaith #TrustGod #EstherBibleStudy #FaithOverFear #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching #SundaySermon #Evangelism #KingdomPurpose #JesusSaves #GospelMessage #BeBoldForChrist

  7. Aug 30

    6 Principles of Prayer | Luke 11:1-13 | Robert Tavares

    Welcome to Be Bold for Jesus Ministries Our mission is to equip believers to live boldly for Christ with discernment, obedience, and unwavering trust in God. Led by Lee Arnold and Jaclyn Arnold, Be Bold for Jesus Ministries teaches God’s Word with clarity and conviction, helping believers develop a vibrant relationship with Jesus through prayer, faith, and daily dependence upon Him. Today's Message “Jesus Teaches 12 Principles of Prayer – Part 1” Lee Arnold Live Scripture: Luke 11:1–13 One day, after watching Jesus pray, His disciples made a simple request: “Lord, teach us to pray.” There was something different about the way Jesus prayed. His prayers weren't mechanical. They weren't performances. They weren't religious routines. They were real, personal, intimate conversations with His Heavenly Father. In Luke 11, Jesus responds by teaching His disciples how to approach God in prayer. And throughout the Gospels, Jesus not only taught prayer, He modeled it. He prayed before major decisions, in times of joy, during suffering, after victories, and even while dying on the cross. This message explores the first six foundational principles of prayer that emerge from Jesus' teaching and example throughout Scripture. Key Takeaways 1. Prayer Should Be Sincere, Not Performative God is not impressed by religious performances. Prayer is personal communication with our Heavenly Father, not an opportunity to impress other people. 2. Prayer Should Be Directed to the Father Jesus consistently taught His followers to approach God as Father and to come before Him with confidence and relationship. 3. Prayer Should Begin With God's Glory, Kingdom, and Will Prayer is not primarily about getting what we want. It begins with aligning our hearts to what God wants. 4. Pray Persistently Without Meaningless Repetition Jesus encourages persistence in prayer but warns against empty religious repetition. There is a difference between perseverance and vain repetition. 5. Pray With Faith Biblical prayer approaches God believing that He hears, He cares, and He is able to act according to His perfect will. 6. Prayer Should Be Accompanied by Forgiveness Our relationship with God and our relationships with others are connected. Jesus repeatedly taught that a forgiving heart is essential to a healthy prayer life. Today's Reminder Prayer is not a formula. Prayer is not a performance. Prayer is not a religious exercise. Prayer is a relationship. The disciples did not ask Jesus, "Teach us a better prayer technique." They asked: "Lord, teach us to pray." And perhaps that remains our greatest need today. Not to learn another formula. Not to master another method. Not to find a secret technique. But simply to spend time talking with our Heavenly Father. God is not looking for perfect words. He is looking for surrendered hearts. Questions for Reflection Is my prayer life sincere or performative? Do I spend more time asking for my will or seeking God's will? Am I praying persistently or giving up too easily? Do I truly believe God hears my prayers? Is there someone I need to forgive? Am I treating prayer as a relationship or a ritual? Today's Challenge This week, don't focus on praying perfectly. Focus on praying consistently. Talk to God honestly. Bring your joys. Bring your struggles. Bring your questions. Bring your fears. And remember: God would rather hear an honest prayer from your heart than a perfect prayer from your lips. Because prayer has never been about performance. It's always been about relationship. Stay Connected • Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook • Wednesday Bible Study – He’s The Solution Interactive Discussion • Daily Dose of Boldness – Daily encouragement from God's Word Be Bold for Jesus Conference 2026 October 2–3, 2026 Tickets & information at BB4J.com Support the Mission Help us continue sharing the Gospel and equipping believers to live boldly, wisely, and obediently for Christ. Give at bebold4jesus.org

  8. Aug 23

    What You Don't Kill... | Esther 3

    “When Evil Rises, God Is Still in Control” Lee Arnold Live Scripture: Esther 3:1–15 For four years, everything seemed quiet. Esther was queen. Mordecai sat at the king's gate. Life appeared stable. But behind the scenes, God had been positioning people before they even knew why they were being positioned. Then chapter 3 arrives and everything changes. Haman enters the story. A decree is issued. An entire nation receives a death sentence. And from a human perspective, it looks like evil is winning. But Esther 3 reminds us of a powerful truth: God never panics. The God who knew Haman was coming had already placed Esther in the palace. The crisis was new to the people. It was not new to God. Key Takeaways • What we refuse to kill can come back to control us • Standing for God may sometimes mean standing alone • Wounded pride can turn small offenses into major problems • What appears random is still under God's sovereign control • God is never threatened by what threatens us • God's provision often arrives before the problem • Delayed obedience can create long-term consequences • Evil may rise, but it never outruns God's plan • God positions His people before the battle begins • We carry a message of life to a world facing spiritual death Today's Reminder Haman thought he was in control. The king thought he was in control. The decree seemed unstoppable. The date was set. The couriers were dispatched. The law was sealed. The city was confused. But God was not confused. Haman rolled the dice. God controlled the calendar. Haman had the king's ring. God still had the throne. Haman had a plan. God already had Esther in position. How often do we forget that? When the diagnosis comes. When the job disappears. When the relationship changes. When finances get tight. When evil seems to be winning. God is not confused. God is not worried. God is not pacing heaven trying to figure out what to do next. He is already there. Already working. Already preparing what comes next. Five Truths from Esther 3 #1 What I Refuse to Kill Can Come Back to Control Me Compromise today can become a crisis tomorrow. #2 I Must Stand for God Even When I Stand Alone Popularity should never replace obedience. #3 Wounded Pride Can Make a Small Offense a Big Problem Unchecked pride magnifies conflict and fuels destruction. #4 What Looks Like Chance Is Still Under God's Control Nothing catches God by surprise. #5 God Is Never Threatened by What Threatens Me What terrifies us never intimidates God. Today's Challenge Ask yourself: • What do I need to surrender to God? • Where am I compromising? • Where do I need to stand firm? • What pride needs to die? • Who has God positioned me to reach? Remember: Last week we learned: "I Have Been Positioned for a Purpose." This week we learn: "When Evil Rises, God Is Still in Control." The same God who positioned Esther before the crisis is still positioning His people today. The question is: Will we trust Him enough to say YES when He calls? Stay Connected • Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook • Wednesday Bible Study – BB4J Interactive Sermon Discussion • Daily Dose of Boldness – Daily encouragement from God's Word Be Bold for Jesus Conference 2026 October 2–3, 2026 Tickets & information at BB4J.com Support the Mission Help us continue sharing the Gospel and equipping believers to live boldly, wisely, and obediently for Christ. Give at bebold4jesus.org #BeBoldForJesus #Esther3 #WhenEvilRises #GodIsStillInControl #TrustGod #FaithOverFear #GodsProvidence #BibleTeaching #SundaySermon #ChristianLiving #StandForTruth #SpiritualGrowth #BoldFaith #EstherStudy #KingdomPurpose

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