Read the recommended Bible passages and the thought-provoking blurb below. Send your partner a letter or notecard answering the questions at the end of this post. Don't forget to pray and invite the Lord into your study time.

Bible passages to read and reflect on this week:

Esther Chapter 4 (The Key Passage is Esther 4:14)

The story of Esther reminds us of God's sovereignty. Through a series of events, Esther, a Jewish orphan girl, became queen of Persia. When the time was right, God motioned Esther onto the stage and used her in a starring role to save the Israelite people. God has orchestrated your life in a similar manner. Consider the circumstances God has used to bring you to this place in your life. Do you have a platform you can use for furthering God's Kingdom? Do you have authority that enables you to make decisions that honor Him? Perhaps you can look to your left and your right and see others who need to know the Savior. You are where you are "for such a time as this." Be a modern-day Esther! Take a risk as she did when she went before the king. There is great reward in knowing you are in the center of God's will.

How might God desire to use you in your current circumstances?

Are you willing to take risks for the Kingdom of God?

Did you have any other thoughts or questions from your study this week? Share your thoughts!