Refocused Purpose Week 7
Refocused Purpose Week 7: Esther 7 & Proverbs 19-21
A Heart Filled Fall Bible Reading Plan
I’m so excited to be sharing this Bible Reading Plan with all my readers!
Let’s look at what it’s all about…
Refocused Purpose – A Bible Reading Plan For The Fall – allows readers to dive into both the books of Esther and Proverbs!! Weaving these two books of the Bible together into one Bible Reading Plan does wonders for the heart!!
It’s a Bible Reading Plan that’s designed to help refocus our attention on God’s ways, purpose, and wisdom.
Each week, throughout the fall 2024 season, I’ll be posting study material to go along with the weekly reading. Below I’ve broken the study material down into three sections: one for the book of Esther, one for the book of Proverbs, and one for the treasures found in Proverbs. You can jump ahead to a specific section by clicking on the following links:
Week 7 Key Verse
Esther – Chapter 7 (Scene 7)
Setting: Esther’s Private Quarters/2nd Banquet
Time: Reign of King Xerxes, around 473 BC
Things go down in this week’s chapter of Esther!! Things only God could have orchestrated!! I’m talking about…
AMAZING!!
POWERFUL!!
GOD MOVES!!
First, we learn that King Xerxes’ heart is still super generous towards Esther, as he is still offering to give her whatever she desires. Second, we continue to see God’s strength boldly shining through the heroine of the story. And, lastly, we find Haman harshly reaping what he sowed straight from a prideful, arrogant heart.
Facts gathered from Esther chapter 7…
What we learn in Esther chapter 7…
Check out how God works!!
God’s “behind the scenes” work in this week’s chapter swept through the verses swiftly and efficiently. What else can I say, but…He got the job done!
God immediately got to work, as we see in just the first few verses, and just kept working His divine plans out all the way to the very last verse!
POWERFUL, MIGHTY GOD MOVES!!
Beware…
“Keep the commandments and keep your life; despising them leads to death.”
Proverbs 19:16 (NLT)
Proverbs – Chapters 19-21
I absolutely love how Proverbs solidifies everything we’ve been reading about in Esther! They pair so well together!
As we continue to dig into Proverbs we continue to see the parallels between a righteous, humbled heart and an evil, pride-filled heart. We learn that honesty, understanding, and wisdom exist together in the lives of those who commit wholeheartedly to a life with their Savior. We also see that pride, deceit, and foolishness lead down a crooked path full of destruction, pain, and ultimately death. The cherry on top is the fact that we see a God – filled with love and compassion – who wants His children to grab hold of His words, bask in all their awe and glory, and allow them to penetrate deep down inside the heart!
“To acquire wisdom is to love oneself; people who cherish understanding will prosper.”
Proverbs 19:8 (NLT)
Friends, God is our Creator!! He knows us and wants the very best for us! That’s why He sent His Son to die on the cross for us – for our sins!! That’s why the Holy Spirit came!! AND…that’s why God gave us His living Word – the B I B L E!!
When we conscientiously live out our lives seeking His will we see just what it means to live life to the fullest, thriving and abundantly overflowing with His joy and peace!! This is amazing, wonderful, powerful news!!
Where’s your heart?
Our hearts were created to be filled! Filled with the Holy Spirit! Filled with God’s love!! Filled with Scripture! A heart filled is where it’s at, friends!! So, can I ask…Where’s your heart?
“Who can say, ‘I have cleansed my heart; I am pure and free from sin’?”
Proverbs 20:9 (NLT)
A heart needs constant renewal – Proverbs 20:9 reminds us of this!
Friends, time spent with God needs to be a constant in our daily routine. In fact, God needs to be our top priority! Because, when He’s at the top our hearts continually get the cleansing needed to allow us to refocus on the purpose He has planned.
THIS, MY FRIENDS, IS THE TRUTH TO LIVE BY!!
“Though good advice lies deep within the heart, a person with understanding will draw it out.”
Proverbs 20:5 (NLT)
IT’S THE TRUTH THAT WE…
GROW WITH!
SHINE ON WITH!
PROSPER WITH!
THRIVE WITH!
Where’s your commitments?
When we grab onto this kind of truth we align our commitments with the only ones that will matter in the end! The ones that serve out a purpose far greater than our minds could ever comprehend. The kind of commitments that continue the ripple effect Jesus started when He ordered the great commission!
“Jesus came and told His disciples, ‘I have been given all authority in Heaven and on Earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.'”
Matthew 28:18-20 (NLT)
Friends, HE IS WITH US!!! AND…as Believers, it’s our duty to go out into the world and spread the Good News. This is exciting!! It’s our job to spread His light around everywhere we go.
Brightly shining for all to see!!
When we commit to a life chasing after Jesus, we learn to boldly step out in faith and just “do” knowing full well He’s got it all covered. God just needs our committed hearts. You see how He’s been working in and through Esther, right?!? He’ll do the same for us!
How about we allow Esther’s story to continually encourage us today, tomorrow, and every day after!
Friends, grab hold of the truth and keep moving forward with THE KING OF THE UNIVERSE!!
“Wise words are more valuable than much gold and many rubies.”
Proverbs 20:15 (NLT)
Precious Gems Found In Proverbs
Each week I’m going to include treasure gleaned from the chapters read in Proverbs that help to beef up the lessons learned in the book of Esther. The following are found in Proverbs chapters 19-21!
Sit with them, study them, and store them in your heart!
WOW!!! Proverbs is packed full of treasures just waiting to be found!!
Listed above are only the ones that tie in with the lessons learned for this particular Bible Reading Plan. More can be found if you open your Bible and fill your heart with Proverbs 19-21. So, what are you waiting for?!? Open up your Bible and keep digging!
Know God
To know God is to understand that the way we live our lives really does matter. To know God means we trust Him to take action. When we really get to know all about Him we understand, and can claim, without a doubt His way is the only way!
Remember, the words we read in the Bible are words straight from God’s mouth. He speaks to us, friends!! How exciting!! He speaks truth straight to our hearts every single time we open our Bibles up!! AND…the words found in Proverbs help us gain the wisdom needed to know God! The gems I’ve added to the list above are included in His Word to help guide us as we make our way through life, side-by-side our Savior and Lord.
Looking Ahead…
As we continue to make our way through the book of Esther we’ll get to continually see how God works in the lives of those who are ready, willing, and committed. These are the kinds of examples worth imitating as we seek out our own refocused purpose. So, embrace the time you spend reading through this Bible Reading Plan. Make it count! Quality over quantity, friends!!!
As you read through each chapter, ask God to renew your mind and help you to know and understand Him more and more each day. Friends, allow the Holy Spirit to work in and through you as you make your way through your own refocused purpose!
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It’s Time To OPEN YOUR BIBLE & FILL YOUR HEART
The Full Bible Reading Plan Details
We read the Bible to KNOW GOD! And, that’s just what Refocused Purpose – A Bible Reading Plan For The Fall is all about!
Refocused Purpose is a 10-week Bible Reading Plan that focuses in on two books of the Bible. Each week there is one chapter to be read in Esther and then 3 chapters to fill up on in Proverbs. My thoughts when I set up this Bible Reading Plan were simple. Read how God works behind the scenes in the lives of those who are faithful – Esther and Mordecai – and then back that amazing, wonderful truth up in Proverbs as we learn how to apply the same wisdom to our own lives!!
It’s refocused purpose, friends!!
This Bible Reading Plan not only gives readers an opportunity to dive into two great books of the Bible, but it gives readers an opportunity to grow closer to God! It’s a renewing Bible Reading Plan that’s meant to help us refocus on the new season ahead. A time to rekindle our trust in the Lord and gain the wisdom needed to keep walking close beside Him.
As you make your way through the book of Esther look for God and His miracle-working ways. Watch Him unfold His divine plans for Esther and Mordecai’s lives right before your very eyes. Be amazed and encouraged!! AND THEN, as you dive into Proverbs, open up your heart and allow God to work the scene and accomplish His work inside you.
BE READY!
BE WILLING!
BE FAITHFUL!
Friends, when we walk closely beside our Savior, we gain the wisdom, courage, and strength to live out what God teaches us in His Word!
Refocused Purpose Reading Plan Schedule
Refocused Purpose – A Bible Reading Plan For The Fall gives readers some wiggle room to work the reading schedule out however they like, throughout each week. However, studies show that if you take the time to read the Bible at least four days a week you’ll notice the biggest difference. I can testify to what it does in my own life, and, friends, it’s so worth it!! So, as you start this plan I encourage you to spread the weekly chapters out and make sure you’re opening up your Bible at least four days each week – if not, MORE!
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Extra Bible Reading Resource Recommendations
Wanna really go deep with this Bible Reading plan?!? I recommend getting your hands on a good study Bible – it’s a great tool to have! If you have the right one, it will help you understand more clearly what you are reading so you can fill up on every single drop of goodness! Make sure to check out my favorite study Bible post to find out which study Bible I recommend. It’s a great help when making your way through the pages of God’s Word. And, don’t forget your HIGHLIGHTERS & a journal! It’s great practice to jot down all the things the Holy Spirit stirs your heart with while you read God’s Word.
Looking For More Renewal This Fall?
If you’re looking for MORE renewal this fall, A Heart Filled Renewing Scripture With the Major Prophets is a great place to look! Here’s a quick glimpse…
Inside the pages of the Major Prophets hearts are able to fill up on a tremendous amount of renewing Scripture. These five books of the Bible do not disappoint!! There is so much wisdom and guidance to glean from these books of the Bible. As you make your way through these intense, powerful books of the Bible you’ll have the opportunity to focus in on some bold, revitalizing truth. The kind of truth that a heart needs to hear. The kind that hits hard, seeps down deep, and really helps to get a willing heart back on track! It’s Scripture worth repeating often! For more info CLICK HERE!
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