Today, we explore the story of Esther's selection as the new queen of King Ahasuerus:
After the king's wrath against Vashti subsided, he remembered her sadly and decreed a beauty contest to find a new queen to take his mind off her.
The king's servants sought out beautiful young virgins from all provinces, who were taken to the citadel of Susa to be trained and prepared for the king's harem.
The significance of Esther's family background, revealing that she was from the royal bloodline of the Benjamites, a lineage that dates back to King Saul.
Mordecai, Esther's cousin, adopted her after her parents' death and instructed her to keep her Jewish identity hidden.
Esther's beauty won over the king, who eventually made her queen instead of Vashti.

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1 Samuel 15:1-11 (From Creation) - Why Did God Want Saul to Kill ALL The Amalekites?

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Today, we explore the story of Esther's selection as the new queen of King Ahasuerus:
<ul>
<li>After the king's wrath against Vashti subsided, he remembered her sadly and decreed a beauty contest to find a new queen to take his mind off her.</li>
<li>The king's servants sought out beautiful young virgins from all provinces, who were taken to the citadel of Susa to be trained and prepared for the king's harem.</li>
<li>The significance of Esther's family background, revealing that she was from the royal bloodline of the Benjamites, a lineage that dates back to King Saul.</li>
<li>Mordecai, Esther's cousin, adopted her after her parents' death and instructed her to keep her Jewish identity hidden.</li>
<li>Esther's beauty won over the king, who eventually made her queen instead of Vashti.</li>
</ul>
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The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal

Reading the Bible shouldn't be a chore, it should be fun! Grab your cup of coffee and tune in to The Bible Explained podcast, where Jenn explains the Bible in a simplistic, approachable way. Launched in 2020, this podcast does not follow "the Bible in a year" format - it's more like "The Bible in a decade." Each weekday morning, you will hear Jenn read and discuss Scripture in a way that you (probably) have never experienced before. Touted by many listeners as "The best Bible-reading podcast out there," you won't regret tuning in, especially if you are looking to deepen your knowledge about the Bible. For coffee drinkers only. (Just kidding.) Jenn's goal is to present the Bible in a simplistic way using biblical cross-references, ancient history, and the Hebrew/Greek language. For more information about this podcast, including Jenn's statement of faith, go to www.p40ministries.com

Reading the Bible shouldn't be a chore, it should be fun! Grab your cup of coffee and tune in to The Bible Explained podcast, where Jenn explains the Bible in a simplistic, approachable way. Launched in 2020, this podcast does not follow "the Bible in a year" format - it's more like "The Bible in a decade." Each weekday morning, you will hear Jenn read and discuss Scripture in a way that you (probably) have never experienced before. Touted by many listeners as "The best Bible-reading podcast out there," you won't regret tuning in, especially if you are looking to deepen your knowledge about the Bible. For coffee drinkers only. (Just kidding.) Jenn's goal is to present the Bible in a simplistic way using biblical cross-references, ancient history, and the Hebrew/Greek language. For more information about this podcast, including Jenn's statement of faith, go to www.p40ministries.com

Esther 2 - Esther is Chosen as Queen

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In today's episode of Esther 3, the notorious character Haman is introduced:
Haman plots to destroy the Jewish people. 
King Ahasuerus promotes Haman above his princes and commands everyone to bow down to him. Mordecai, a Jewish man, refuses to show homage. 
Haman's ancestry reveals his connection to the Amalekites, a group known for their hatred towards the Jews. 
Haman convinces King Ahasuerus to issue a decree to destroy all the Jews in one day.

 

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1 Samuel 15:12-23 (From Creation) - Disobeying God is Idolatry

 

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In today's episode of Esther 3, the notorious character Haman is introduced:
<ul>
<li>Haman plots to destroy the Jewish people.&nbsp;</li>
<li>King Ahasuerus promotes Haman above his princes and commands everyone to bow down to him. Mordecai, a Jewish man, refuses to show homage.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Haman's ancestry reveals his connection to the Amalekites, a group known for their hatred towards the Jews. </li>
<li>Haman convinces King Ahasuerus to issue a decree to destroy all the Jews in one day.</li>
</ul>
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<a href="https://www.p40ministries.com/the-bible-explained/episode/220841fd/1-samuel-1512-23-from-creation-disobeying-god-is-idolatry">1 Samuel 15:12-23 (From Creation) - Disobeying God is Idolatry</a>
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Esther 3 - Haman Plots to Kill All Jews

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In this special, Saturday episode, Jenn is joined by Kristy Graham, a dedicated wife, mom, and communications expert at Samaritan's Purse. Kristy shares her personal story of how her family's life was shaped by their involvement with Samaritan's Purse, and how her role in the organization's podcast, On the Ground, has been a game-changer for her faith.

Kristy talks about the importance of prayer in the ministry, and how the organization's staff starts each day with Scripture and prayer. She shares stories of the organization's work in disaster relief, including training for doctors and nurses fighting the Ebola epidemic, their response to Hurricane Helene, and helping those devastated by earthquakes in Venezuela. Through these stories, Kristy highlights the impact of Samaritan's Purse's work in bringing hope, love, and comfort to those affected by disaster.

Kristy also opens up about her own journey of learning to rely on God's strength, rather than her own. She shares how her role in the podcast has taught her the importance of rest and surrender, and how she's learning to say yes to God's plans, even when they don't make sense to her.

Kristy's vulnerability and passion for her work will inspire you to take a closer look at your own faith in the One who comforts, heals, and loves.

Listen to On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse to hear more faith-based stories of God's provision.

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In this special, Saturday episode, Jenn is joined by Kristy Graham, a dedicated wife, mom, and communications expert at Samaritan's Purse. Kristy shares her personal story of how her family's life was shaped by their involvement with Samaritan's Purse, and how her role in the organization's podcast, <a href="https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/home">On the Ground</a>, has been a game-changer for her faith.
Kristy talks about the importance of prayer in the ministry, and how the organization's staff starts each day with Scripture and prayer. She shares stories of the organization's work in disaster relief, including training for doctors and nurses fighting the Ebola epidemic, their response to Hurricane Helene, and helping those devastated by earthquakes in Venezuela. Through these stories, Kristy highlights the impact of Samaritan's Purse's work in bringing hope, love, and comfort to those affected by disaster.
Kristy also opens up about her own journey of learning to rely on God's strength, rather than her own. She shares how her role in the podcast has taught her the importance of rest and surrender, and how she's learning to say yes to God's plans, even when they don't make sense to her.
Kristy's vulnerability and passion for her work will inspire you to take a closer look at your own faith in the One who comforts, heals, and loves.
Listen to <a href="https://ontheground.samaritanspurse.org/home">On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse</a> to hear more faith-based stories of God's provision.
Discover how you can get involved with <a href="https://samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/disaster-relief-landing-page/?utm_source=Ggl&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=m_YGND-B26V&amp;utm_content=disaster-relief-lp&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=68852315&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAD2XO8chKLcEfh7huhn8INNYV8_yo&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwy5rUBhB5EiwAIoAtCr1Qk0CsRNhoIUv5vkLDMf_uLyjyUwoSiHjIjaXR_R6fEv-gSmNRIBoCgZUQAvD_BwE">Samaritan's Purse</a>
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On The Ground with Samaritan's Purse - Keeping Faith through Difficulty

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This episode of The Bible Explained takes a deep dive into the Book of First Peter, exploring the concept of salvation and the Trinity: 
The prophets of the Old Testament searched diligently for the salvation that would come to us through Jesus Christ. 
The prophets didn't know the name of Jesus, yet still understood that a Messiah was coming and that salvation was on its way.
Who or what is the Trinity? 
The Holy Spirit is a separate member of the Trinity, working together with God the Father and Jesus to accomplish the same goal. This discussion touches on the importance of understanding the Trinity and how it relates to our salvation.
What is modalism, and is it biblical?

As the episode comes to a close, Jenn emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's commands and how it is closely tied to our faith. She encourages listeners to be holy in all their behavior, just as God is holy, and to be ready for Jesus's second coming.

 

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2022 Annual Candlelit Christmas Eve - The Christmas Trinity

 

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This episode of The Bible Explained takes a deep dive into the Book of First Peter, exploring the concept of salvation and the Trinity: 
<ul>
<li>The prophets of the Old Testament searched diligently for the salvation that would come to us through Jesus Christ. </li>
<li>The prophets didn't know the name of Jesus, yet still understood that a Messiah was coming and that salvation was on its way.</li>
<li>Who or what is the Trinity? </li>
<li>The Holy Spirit is a separate member of the Trinity, working together with God the Father and Jesus to accomplish the same goal. This discussion touches on the importance of understanding the Trinity and how it relates to our salvation.</li>
<li>What is modalism, and is it biblical?</li>
</ul>
As the episode comes to a close, Jenn emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's commands and how it is closely tied to our faith. She encourages listeners to be holy in all their behavior, just as God is holy, and to be ready for Jesus's second coming.
&nbsp;
Related Episode:
<a href="https://www.p40ministries.com/the-bible-explained/episode/5f250647/2022-annual-candlelit-christmas-eve-podcast-episode-the-christmas-trinity">2022 Annual Candlelit Christmas Eve - The Christmas Trinity</a>
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1 Peter 1:10-16 - What is the Trinity? Is Modalism Biblical?

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