She Acted Wisely, Bravely, and Selflessly - She Acted WIsely for Jehovah and His People

 At last, the king learned who Mordecai was-not only his protector against assassination but also the adoptive father of Esther. Ahasuerus bestowed  Haman's position as prime minister on Mordecai. Haman's house - including his immense fotune-the king gave to Esther, who placed Mordecai over it.  

Now that Esther and Mordecai were safe, could the queen relax? Only  if she were selfish. A t the moment, Haman's decree was making its way to every corner  of the empire. Haman had cast lots, or Pur-evidently a form of spiritism-to determine the opportune time to carry out this vicious attack.  (Esther 9:24-26)  The day was yet months away but it was fast approaching. Could disaster be averted? 

Esther  unselfishly risked her life again, appearing before the king one more without an official inviation.  This time, she wept for the people, pleading with her husband to revoke the terrible edict. But law passed in the Persian monarch's name could not be revoked.  (Daniel 6:12, 15)  So the king empowered Esther and Mordecai to enact a new law.  A second proclamation was sent out, giving the Jews the right to defencd themselves .  Riders sped to every part of the empire, taking this good news to the Jews. Hope was kindled anew in many hearts.  (Esther 8:3-16)  We may imagine the Jews throughout the empire arming themselves and preparing for battle, which they could never have done without that new edict.  More  important, though, would "Jehovah of armies" be with his people? - 2 SAMUEL 17:45. 

Next time: She Acted Wisely, Bravely, and Selflessly - Conclusion of  She Acted Wisely for Jehovah and His People

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