The Gavel Comes Down

About this episode

This episode discusses God's providence in restraining evil through the story of Esther, focusing on Haman's actions and downfall.

Sermon # 6 in a series on Esther The Gavel Comes Down Theme: God's providence restrains evil. God’s actions to end Haman’s evil. Insomnia is used to protect Mordecai. (6:1-3) The early bird is gotten by the worm. (6:4-11) Haman’s evil is exposed. (6:14 - 7:8) Haman is “hanged.” (7:9-10) God’s reasons for ending Haman’s evil. The character of God. ( cf. Isaiah 6:3; Deuteronomy 7:9; Lamentations 3:22-23; 1 John 4:8, 16) The plan of God. ( cf. Genesis 12:2-3; Psalm 135:6) The prayers of God’s people. ( cf. 4:16; John 15:7)

People in this episode

Host: Lyle Wahl

Topics covered

• God's providence
• evil
• Haman's downfall
• Mordecai
• character of God
• prayer

Keywords

• Esther
• Haman
• Mordecai
• God's providence
• evil
• character of God
• prayer

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Esther, Isaiah, Deuteronomy, Lamentations, 1 John, Genesis, Psalm

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