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LORD’S DAY, OCTOBER 9
Esther 1:13-14
Psalm 119:98-100, 105
"… in the multitude of counsellors
there is safety."
COUNSELLORS
Publicly rebuffed by his queen, Ahasuerus (the most powerful man on earth) could have done whatever his furious heart wanted to her. Despite the fact that he was "very wroth" and "his anger burned in him" (Esther 1:12), the monarch did something rather surprising: he consulted with his advisors; and that such was "the king’s manner" (Esther 1:13) or his habitual reaction when faced with a dilemma. Who were these men that Ahasuerus turned to for counsel? These men "knew the times" and "knew law and judgment" (Esther 1:13). They were advisors who were knowledgeable about history and well acquainted with the laws of the land. These "seven princes of Persia and Media" (Esther 1:14) would be the top brains from various parts of the empire. In other words these men would be familiar with situations and with what to do based upon their laws in the kingdom. Because of their wide ranging expertise, the king allowed them the privilege to frequently be in his presence. This would allow Ahasuerus to have easy access to them and to obtain their counsel whenever he needed. That they "sat the first in the kingdom" (Esther 1:14) tells us that they were the top aides to help the king rule his empire. It is apparent that Ahasuerus had a high regard for counsel and ensured he could seek them oftentimes.
Ahasuerus, a pagan man, knew the value of taking heed to the best and wisest counsellors. Whether they were truly wise is arguable, but the king did surround himself with them. God reminds Christians of the value of sound advice: "… in the multitude of counsellors there is safety" (Prov 11:14). We should seek wise counsel from godly men. Moreover, we have the Omniscient, Omnipresent, Omnipotent as our God, and His Word "is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path" (Ps 119:105). Believers have the best counsel in the Word indeed, and should value and use it instead of turning to worldly-wise and carnal methods when we make decisions and choices in life.
THOUGHT: Am I wise to seek and be taught by biblical counsel?
PRAYER: Lord, teach me to seek wise counsels from Thy Word and from godly men.
Posted in Adult RPG
Esther 1:13-14
Psalm 119:98-100, 105
"… in the multitude of counsellors
there is safety."
COUNSELLORS
Publicly rebuffed by his queen, Ahasuerus (the most powerful man on earth) could have done whatever his furious heart wanted to her. Despite the fact that he was "very wroth" and "his anger burned in him" (Esther 1:12), the monarch did something rather surprising: he consulted with his advisors; and that such was "the king’s manner" (Esther 1:13) or his habitual reaction when faced with a dilemma. Who were these men that Ahasuerus turned to for counsel? These men "knew the times" and "knew law and judgment" (Esther 1:13). They were advisors who were knowledgeable about history and well acquainted with the laws of the land. These "seven princes of Persia and Media" (Esther 1:14) would be the top brains from various parts of the empire. In other words these men would be familiar with situations and with what to do based upon their laws in the kingdom. Because of their wide ranging expertise, the king allowed them the privilege to frequently be in his presence. This would allow Ahasuerus to have easy access to them and to obtain their counsel whenever he needed. That they "sat the first in the kingdom" (Esther 1:14) tells us that they were the top aides to help the king rule his empire. It is apparent that Ahasuerus had a high regard for counsel and ensured he could seek them oftentimes.
Ahasuerus, a pagan man, knew the value of taking heed to the best and wisest counsellors. Whether they were truly wise is arguable, but the king did surround himself with them. God reminds Christians of the value of sound advice: "… in the multitude of counsellors there is safety" (Prov 11:14). We should seek wise counsel from godly men. Moreover, we have the Omniscient, Omnipresent, Omnipotent as our God, and His Word "is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path" (Ps 119:105). Believers have the best counsel in the Word indeed, and should value and use it instead of turning to worldly-wise and carnal methods when we make decisions and choices in life.
THOUGHT: Am I wise to seek and be taught by biblical counsel?
PRAYER: Lord, teach me to seek wise counsels from Thy Word and from godly men.
Posted in Adult RPG