Esther 5:4-8 • The Wisdom of Waiting on God's Perfect Timing

🗡️ This expository sermon was delivered at Pilgrim Baptist Church in Cookeville, TN on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 6:00 pm. 🗡️

🔥 STOP rushing into major decisions without seeking God's perfect timing! In this powerful Bible study from Esther Chapter 5, discover why waiting on the Lord isn't wasting time—it's strategic wisdom that can transform your prayer life and decision-making forever.

The Life-Changing Truth About Divine Timing

Are you struggling with impatience in prayer? Do you find yourself demanding answers from God instead of trusting His perfect plan? This expository sermon on Esther 5:4-8 reveals the profound difference between biblical prayer and the dangerous "name it and claim it" theology that's infiltrating modern Christianity.

What You'll Learn:

✨ Why Queen Esther's approach to her king should transform how we approach King Jesus

✨ The biblical truth about James 1:6-7 and what "nothing wavering" really means

✨ How delayed gratification and strategic waiting can soften hearts and create better outcomes

✨ The power of fellowship and communion with Christ beyond just asking for things

✨ Why fasting should lead to feasting when we trust God's timing

Biblical Wisdom for Modern Believers

This verse-by-verse Bible teaching explores the dramatic tension in Esther's story when she risked her life to save her people. Instead of rushing her petition, she demonstrated incredible wisdom by preparing two banquets and allowing God to work in the king's heart during a sleepless night.

Pastor Fortunato delivers hard-hitting biblical truth about prayer, patience, and trusting God's sovereignty. Whether you're facing a major life decision, struggling in marriage, or seeking God's will for your future, this sermon provides practical wisdom from Scripture that will challenge your faith and deepen your relationship with Christ.

Perfect for:

• Christians seeking biblical guidance on prayer and patience

• Bible study groups exploring the book of Esther

• Believers struggling with waiting on God's timing

• Anyone interested in expository preaching and verse-by-verse Bible study

Transform Your Prayer Life Today

Don't let another day pass living like a "spoiled Christian brat" demanding everything from God. Learn from Queen Esther's example and discover the joy of simply sitting at the table with Jesus, sharing fellowship and communion with your King.

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