Fingerprints

The Book of Esther is amazing. It tells the story of Esther and Mordecai, two Jews living in captivity in Persia. The story holds all the elements of storytelling that draw us in and call us to invest in the lives of these people. A king loses his queen, who is replaced by Esther. A plot forms and the evil villain, Haman, hatches a dastardly plan to kill the Jews. Mordecai’s integrity and honesty come to the mind of the king late in the night. Haman is shamed and seeks personal revenge. Esther uncovers the plot and intervenes on behalf of her people. Haman is killed, the Jews are saved, and Esther saves the day! But where is God? His name is not mentioned in the entire book. No prayer is offered, no worship given. Is He absent? No. His fingerprints are all over the story. Each turn of the page shows the hand of God at work in the lives of Esther and Mordecai. As you read this week, watch for His touches, His shaping, and His movement in the story. Be on the lookout for His hand in your heart too.