Mediator, By Choice # 189

Esther 8:4

The king extended the gold scepter toward Esther.

According to Persian law, no one was allowed to come before the presence of king Ahasuerus uninvited. Breaking this law means a certain death without exception. Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus. Queen Esther, knowing the penalty, did the unthinkable and broke the law by approaching king Ahasuerus uninvited. Seen Queen Esther, King Ahasuerus extended his golden scepter and gave her mercy instead of death. I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion.

The Persian government passed a decree to annihilate all Jews throughout the land. Esther was a Jew, and her people were facing annihilation. Her appearance was dire, a hope for the Jew’s survival. Then said the king unto her, What wilt thou, queen Esther? and what is thy request? it shall be even given thee to the half of the kingdom. She told her burden before Ahasuerus and became the advocate the Jews desperately needed. For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.

Esther’s unselfish act touched the heart of Ahasuerus, and instead of wrath, she received his mercy. So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Today, the Jews are a thriving nation due to her intercession for them. Esther carried the burden and fulfilled her destiny. God created Esther for such of time in history.

Throughout history, God’s people have always faced annihilation from different adversaries. In each generation, God has raised a people that would intercede on behalf of His people. There is no new thing under the sun. Today, the struggles for survival continue with no end in sight.

Who are the mediators, and who are the people of God? By choice, the mediator is willing to carry the burden of the people before God and plead their case. The people of God are those striving to follow after Christ but are often those waiting on the mediators. It is a privilege that God has granted us access to come before His presence. We were born for such a time as this to make a difference in history. There are many people of God, but few mediators are willing to carry the burden. Dear readers, a simple question for you. Will you be a mediator and make a difference, or will you wait among the people?

Heb 10:19, Ro 9:15, Est 5:3, 1Tim 2:5, Prov 3:4, Ecc 1:9

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