Esther Unveiled – The Hidden Rapture in the Hidden Queen

Summary: Esther’s famous line, “If I perish, I perish,” captures the boldness God calls His people to. As we close the series, we’ll focus on living boldly in the final days. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 4:14–16 • Ephesians 6:10–20 • Hebrews 4:16 • 2 Timothy 1:7 12. Discussion Questions: 67. What does Esther teach us about courage under pressure? 68. How can we stand boldly before the King in prayer and faith when looking at the example of Ester? 69. What is our “such a time as this” moment today when looking at the story of Ester? 70. How does fear keep us from stepping into our calling when looking at the example of Ester? 71. How does spiritual boldness like Ester prepare us for the Rapture? 72. What final message does Esther’s story leave with us?

Summary: Though the decree of death couldn’t be revoked, a new decree gave hope. This episode unpacks how God’s justice and mercy operate in tandem, especially in the End Times. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 8:8–17 • Romans 3:21–26 • Galatians 3:10–14 • Hebrews 7:25 11. Discussion Questions: 61. Why couldn’t the first decree in Ester be reversed? 62. How is God both just and merciful when looking at Ester and revelations? 63. What role does intercession play in deliverance when looking at the story of Ester and Humanity throughout the bible? 64. How does Esther foreshadow the Church’s priestly role in revelations? 65. What’s the parallel between Esther’s plea and Christ’s intercession when looking at salvation and God’s Love? 66. How should we pray for the lost in light of end-time urgency according to Ester and as noted throughout the bible?

Summary: Scrolls appear in both Esther and Revelation. They contain judgments, decrees, and deliverance. This episode explores how written authority governs both the physical and spiritual. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 3:12 • Esther 8:8–10 • Revelation 5–6 • Daniel 12:4 10. Discussion Questions: 55. What do the scrolls in Esther symbolize? 56. How does written law reflect spiritual authority when looking at the book of Ester and revelations? 57. Why is Jesus the only one worthy to open the seals in revelations? 58. What’s the significance of sealed decrees in prophecy as noted from Ester and elsewhere in the Bible? 59. How are the two decrees in Esther a picture of judgment and grace that we see in revelations? 60. What does the decree in Ester teach us about God’s final Word in revelations?

Summary: What was meant for evil is flipped for good — a pattern throughout Scripture. In Esther, Haman’s gallows become Mordecai’s victory. In Revelation, Satan’s defeat mirrors the same theme. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 6–7 • Genesis 50:20 • Romans 8:28 • Revelation 12:10–11 9. Discussion Questions: 49. How does Haman’s fall in Ester reveal God’s justice? 50. What are other examples of divine reversals in the Bible like Ester? 51. How does this biblical reversal with the Israelites theme give us Christians hope in tribulation? 52. How does the Church overcome by “the blood of the Lamb”? 53. What can we learn from Esther’s strategic patience? 54. How do we trust God when evil appears to be winning?

Summary: Vashti’s removal wasn't random — it was strategic. This episode explores how rejection can open the door to divine appointment, both then and now. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 1:10–22 • Romans 11:17–22 • John 1:11–13 • Revelation 2:5 8. Discussion Questions: 43. Why did Vashti refuse the king’s command in Ester? 44. How does this Vashti’s refusal represent spiritual disobedience in the book of Ester? 45. What happens when those called to Christ reject their ministry assignment as within the book of Ester and revelations? 46. What is the warning in Revelation about removing the lampstand? 47. How does God raise up others in times of vacancy when looking at the book of Ester? 48. How can we remain faithful and ready for His call like Ester was in the Bible?

Summary: King Ahasuerus, though flawed, represents a ruler with ultimate authority. This episode explores how he reflects elements of divine kingship and end-time judgment. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 1–10 • Revelation 4–5 • Isaiah 33:22 • Daniel 7:9–14 7. Discussion Questions: 37. What kind of king was Ahasuerus — strengths and flaws? 38. How does king Ahasuerus represent divine sovereignty in the narrative within the book of ester and revelations? 39. How does the king Ahasuerus’ authority reflect God’s unchangeable decrees? 40. What does king Ahasuerus’ role teach us about end-time judgment? 41. How do the books of Esther and Revelation both reveal royal authority? 42. How do we approach God’s throne — with fear or favor when looking at ester in the bible?

Summary: After Esther becomes queen, the narrative shifts to Israel’s preservation. We’ll see how this parallels the post-Rapture period when God's focus returns to Israel. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 3–9 • Romans 11:25–29 • Revelation 7 • Matthew 24:15–31 6. Discussion Questions: 31. What shifts in Esther’s focus after she is crowned? 32. How does this shift with Israel in the book of ester mirror God’s prophetic timeline? 33. What does Scripture say about Israel’s future salvation in the book of ester and bible? 34. How does God protect His remnant during tribulation as noted in ester and the bible? 35. In what ways does Esther intercede for her people just as Jesus intercedes for us? 36. How is the Church’s removal through rapture part of God's larger redemptive plan?

Summary: The feast of Purim celebrates sudden deliverance — a beautiful picture of God's timing. We’ll explore how Purim parallels the Rapture as a last-minute rescue. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 9 • Revelation 12:6 • Luke 21:28 • Joel 2:32 • Psalm 91 5. Discussion Questions: 25. What does Purim represent spiritually when looking at the story of Ester? 26. How does God use timing to rescue His people like in the story of Ester? 27. What are the prophetic implications of last-minute deliverance like in the story of Ester? 28. How does Esther's story echo Psalm 91’s promise of protection? 29. Why is remembrance of God’s movements in the Bible and our lives so important to God? 30. What does Purim and the story of Ester teach us about trusting God's unseen plan?

Summary: Esther’s story unfolds around banquets — moments of revelation, judgment, and reward. We’ll examine how these feasts point to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 5–7 • Revelation 19:6–9 • Matthew 25:1–13 • Luke 14:16–24 4. Discussion Questions: 19. Why are banquets such a key part of Esther’s story? 20. What does the Marriage Supper of the Lamb represent? 21. How do Esther’s banquets parallel end-time feasts and celebrations? 22. Who is invited, and who is excluded, from God’s final banquet? 23. How do we prepare our hearts as the wise virgins did? 24. How does Esther use the banquet moment to shift destiny?

Summary: Mordecai raised, guided, and protected Esther — just like the Holy Spirit leads the Church. Discover how his role gives insight into the Spirit’s end-time work. • Key Scriptures: • Esther 2:5–10 • John 16:13–15 • Romans 8:14 • Galatians 5:16–18 3. Discussion Questions: 13. Who does Mordecai represent symbolically in this story? 14. How is his role similar to the Holy Spirit's? 15. What lessons can we learn from Mordecai's discernment and timing? 16. How is the Church being prepared for such a time as this? 17. What does it mean to walk by the Spirit in times of crisis? 18. How does Mordecai’s elevation point to Christ’s return?